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Warren, Brown vie for black votes as election day draws near Yawu Miller

The fury of Hurricane Sandy was seen here at Nahant Beach, but Boston was generally unscathed by the storm that still managed to leave as many as 400,000 people across the state without power. (Lolita Parker Jr. photo)

Obama’s views on education make him the clear choice Charles Ogletree Jr. In the day-to-day pre-election grind, it’s easy to get so bogged down in the 24-hour news cycle that we start to lose sight of what’s actually at stake in this presidential election.

We simply can’t afford to do that this year, especially when two such different visions and plans for our country’s future are offered. The choice between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney truly will determine our nation’s future, and nowhere is the contrast more apparent than on the issue of education.

These are not hollow words for me. When I think of my own life story, I recognize that without education, I would not be walking the hallowed halls at Harvard today.

I grew up in a working class family in California and I was the first in my family to graduate from high school. Though I was the one who walked across the stage, there were many hands that helped guide me along the way. It would

COMMENTARY not have been possible without my family’s support nor would it have been possible without the training, support and effort of great teachers in the public schools I attended.

But I wasn’t done yet. Thanks to scholarships and people believing I, too, deserved a chance at a great education, I attended Stan-

ford and then Harvard Law. Though my story is not the most unique story ever told, it is still an exception rather than a rule.

For too long, too many children in too many homes have been denied access to quality educational opportunities because they simply live in the wrong zip code. The persistent achievement gap serves as a sobering reminder that in spite of all the political rhetoric about equality of opportunity, we have a long way to go before all American children are guaranteed the worldclass education they deserve.

But our president realizes this is not acceptable and that a quality education should not be a luxury. In an effort to ensure that our young Obama, continued to page 6

shall said. “The people he has working for him are bought and If campaign signs and mailers paid for. It’s a disgrace.” are any indication of votes, inThe Brown campaign hired cumbent Sen. Scott Brown might Ben Thompson, who served as actually be doing well in Boston’s chairman of the city’s Election black community.

Commission under former Mayor Billboards in Dudley Square Raymond Flynn, to run Obama Grove Hall declare “he’s with us” Supporters for Brown. Thompand cards slipped through mail son, who describes himself as a slots in the black community fea- Democrat who voted for Brown ture photographs of Brown and in 2010, says his primary aim is to black community residents. educate voters.

A small army of paid campaign “This is a general election,” workers has been manning the lit- Thompson said. “Voters can split erature drops and holding signs in their ticket and vote for both busy intersections in the black com- Obama and Brown.” munity, earning Thomp$50 a day. son says he also But in a comaims to increase munity where Brown’s vote in Brown eked out the black comjust 3 percent of munity, includthe vote in the i n g B o s t o n ’s January, 2010 Wards 12 and special election, 14, where his his campaign totals were just may be facing 3 percent of the an uphill battle vote in 2010. to convert a re“The black flexively Democommunity cratic electorate is not monoto GOP supThomp— Ben Thompson lithic,” porters. son said. “If we “I think he accept this fact, may get zero,” said veteran po- then it makes sense to be engaged litical activist Bob Marshall, who with every candidate who runs is volunteering for the Warren for office.” campaign. “He’s not talking about Brown’s vote totals in the black anything that deals with the com- community may not be large, munity.” but he and Warren are polling in Marshall points to key votes a dead heat, so competition for Brown cast in the Senate that he votes may be fierce. says undermined the interests of Compounding the challenge the black community, including for Brown, the Obama campaign his opposition to Obama’s health and get-out-the-vote efforts care plan and a vote against fund- headed by union-led organizaing for youth jobs. Paying people tions and nonprofits will likely to hold signs doesn’t earn him any pull more infrequent voters out to points in Marshall’s view. the polls in the black community.

“I think Scott Brown is disreWhile Brown could afford to Senate, continued to page 8 specting our community,” Mar-

“The black community is not monolithic. If we accept this fact, then it makes sense to be engaged with every candidate who runs for office.”

New book explores legacy of passing Caitlin Yohiko Kandil During the first debate, Sen. Scott Brown accused his Democratic challenger, Elizabeth Warren, of misleading the public about her race.

“Professor Warren claimed that she was a Native American, a person of color, and as you can see, she is not,” Brown said. “That being said, she checked the box … I don’t know, and the viewers don’t know, if she got ahead as a result of that checking of the box.

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The only way we’ll find out is to have her release her personnel records, have Harvard release her personnel [records] to make sure she did not have an advantage that others were entitled to.”

Brown, in essence, attacked Warren for “passing,” for reaping social benefits by pretending to be a different race than she truly is. While the senator’s charge is a twist on what is typically thought of as passing — people of color trying to be perceived as white Passing, continued to page 7

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Redistricting plan needed for black community Kevin C. Peterson Unless something dramatic occurs over the next week, the Boston City Council will vote into law redistricting legislation that will effectively suppress black, Latino and Asian political power in the city for the

compelled again to reject the Boston City Council’s redistricting law and create a plan that reflects the diversity of the city.

There are three reasons why the Boston City Council plan is politically and morally wrong.

First, the city council’s redistricting plan is regressive and

The Boston City Council and groups such as the Boston NAACP should redirect their current stance and support a redistricting map that calls for five districts of color and not four. The diversity in the city now demands this. next decade; retard the civic and electoral formation of communities of color and significantly alter the political preconditions that would lead to the election of the city’s first black mayor.

The council’s vote in support of a flawed law is based upon a mixed brew of political self-interest, purposeful electoral manipulation and a willful disposition to deny people of color their right to equal representation on the city council.

For these reasons, Mayor Thomas Menino should feel

embraces the political status quo by protecting white incumbents and supporting the current power structure in the city.

The council’s redistricting map — which has been influenced greatly by organizations that include the Boston NAACP, The Chinese Progressive Association and Project Hip Hop — mutes the potential power of historically disenfranchised groups currently protected under the 1965 Voting Rights Act. If demography is destiny in the effort of redistricting, then

the Boston City Council’s map is an example of blatant political nullification as it denies blacks, Latinos and Asians access to political power by denying them opportunities to elect candidates of their choice.

Second, the Boston City Council map and the NAACP’s redistricting plan are severely conservative and fail to seriously create immediate opportunities for black, Latino and Asian voters. People of color represent 53 percent of the city’s population. Yet only 22 percent of district city councillors are black. None are Asian.

None are Latino.

Moreover, the Boston City Council and the NAACP erroneously believe that only four majority districts of color are possible, when it is clear that five districts are possible.

Members of the council and the NAACP Boston branch both believe that by changing a precinct here and a precinct there, real gains can be made for people of color over time. They say they believe that placing Mattapan in a Hyde Park-dominated district will lead to the defeat of the current incumbent, Councillor Robert Consalvo.

Yet, their logic is flawed and is rendered untenable when confronted by historical trends.

Since the district system was created nearly three decades ago, there have been 135 separate district council races. Only three of those races have resulted in the defeat of an incumbent.

Under this scenario the NAACP Boston map and the Boston City Council map would result in no immediate remedy for the black community.

What then should be supported?

The Boston City Council and groups such as the Boston NAACP should redirect their current stance and support a redistricting map that calls for five districts of color and not four. The diversity in the city now demands this.

A map presented by City Councillor Charles Yancey does this precisely by providing a fifth district of color while also reordering District 3 in Dorchester and District 5 in Hyde Park so that they have higher percentages of people of color. The Yancey map will also call for immediate district change and not depend on years of waiting and voter mobilization to defeat an incumbent.

Furthermore, by organizing people of color in districts where they are most organized as voters and not subject to domination by strong and highly active white voting blocs, the conditions for electing the first black mayor of Boston is set in place. The redistricting plan articulated by the Boston City Council and the NAACP maintains the status quo and keeps communities of color divided.

In 1983, city charter reform resulted in the creation of districts so that more minorities could be represented on the Boston City Council. Those effects have not been achieved because of failed redistricting efforts that have kept the city council disproportionately white and male.

Change is needed. Support for five districts over four districts is the only pathway to achieve these important progressive results.

Kevin C. Peterson is executive director of The New Democracy Coalition, which focuses on civic policy, civic literacy and electoral justice.

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Coalition urges state voters to support Ballot Question 4

promise to our seniors so that when you work hard, you sweat all your life, you’ll have that safety net they call Social Security.”

Unlike the other three ballot questions, which will become law if they secure a majority of the votes, Question 4 is a non-binding referendum aimed at demonstrating popular support for the progressive budget priorities.

Backers of many state-wide ballot questions employ professional signature gatherers to secure a spot on the ballot. Pro-

for statewide vote are Question 1, the “right to repair” bill that would require auto manufacturers to give independently-owned repair shops the rights to secure software needed to fix their cars; Question 2 would make it legal for terminally-ill patients with less than six months to live to be administered life-ending drugs and Question 3 would legalize “medical marijuana” for patients who obtain prescriptions from doctors.

Question 2 has garnered oppo-

“It’s about leveling the playing field in America, making the world a little bit fairer and spending our tax money a little more the way we want.”

—Congressman Michael Capuano

Congressman Michael Capuano speaks out in favor of Ballot Question 4 during a press conference in Codman Square as at-large City Councilor Felix Arroyo and state Rep. Russell Holmes look on. (Banner Staff photo) Banner Staff A coalition of community activists and elected officials urged Massachusetts voters to support a ballot measure that calls on Congress to support social programs, increase taxes on the rich and cut military spending to fund domestic priorities.

Joining the community activists at the Codman Square press conference were elected officials including U.S. Rep. Michael Capuano, state Rep. Russell Holmes and at-large City Councilor Felix Arroyo.

The coalition is behind Ballot Question 4, a non-binding referendum that will appear on the ballot in 24 state representative districts and eight senate districts across the state, including the

Boston districts of senators Jack Hart and Sonia Chang Diaz, who supports the measure.

The ballot question is modeled on the Congressional Progressive Caucus’s budget, according to Capuano.

“This is a budget I’ve voted for many times, and every time we get a few more votes,” he said. “It’s about leveling the playing field in America, making the world a little bit fairer and spending our tax money a little more the way we want.”

The measure is aimed at avoiding cuts to Social Security, Medicare and other vital programs, proponents say. It calls on Congress to end offshore tax havens employed by wealthy people and corporations and rolling back tax cuts that benefit the highest in-

comes. It also calls for an immediate withdrawal of U.S. troops in Afghanistan.

“We’re talking about being smart about spending money on the military,” said Arroyo. “We’re talking about investing in jobs, putting people back to work.

We’re talking about keeping our

ponents of Question 4, including peace groups and community-based organizations across the state, relied on volunteers to secure well over 25,000 signatures. Of those, 17,565 were certified as valid signatures of registered voters.

In addition to Capuano, U.S. Reps. Ed Markey and Jim McGovern and former congressman Barney Frank support the measure.

Local elected officials in support of the campaign include state representatives Linda Dorcena Forry, Gloria Fox and Russell Holmes, and city councilors Ayanna Pressley, Frank Baker and Charles Yancey.

The three ballot questions up

sition from many groups, including advocates for the disabled and the Catholic Church who argue the measure could create situations where patients not capable of deciding whether they are ready to die could be coerced into ending their lives prematurely.

Supporters of Question 2 argue the measure would help terminally-ill patients facing painful death to die with dignity.

Supporters of Question 3 argue that marijuana should be made available to patients who could benefit from its uses, including as a pain killer and appetite stimulant. Opponents, who include many in law enforcement, say the benefits of marijuana have not been adequately proven.

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Let your voice be heard Millions of citizens will troop to the polls on Nov. 6 to vote for president and other candidates for high office. Simple arithmetic will indicate that the participation or absence of any one individual will not affect the outcome of the election. Nonetheless, most civically engaged Americans feel a strong desire to be part of the political campaign finale.

For African Americans with a sense of history, elections are especially significant for several reasons. Most important is the awareness of the struggle over centuries for blacks to obtain suffrage. Recent Republican efforts to impede voting in democratic areas renewed memories of the denial of that valued franchise.

Also important is the sense of community that a political campaign can engender. American society is acutely competitive. Individual success is highly valued. It is not easy to induce people to unite for a common cause, but when it happens the social impact is palpable.

This sense of community is not to be confused with neighborliness. That means only that the people are civil and they share the same zip code. Although they live in the same area, neighbors are not necessarily energized into united social action.

Reports during the Civil Rights era found that when blacks were mobilized into common action for peaceful protest, the crime rate in the area dropped precipitously. Such events are never sustained but they are dramatic when they occur.

The most outstanding demonstration of this phenomenon was the Million Man March in October, 1995. At the call of Minister Farrakhan, more than a million black men from all

over the country came to the nation’s capitol.

Just think how huge that was. There were more men in attendance than the present total black population of Detroit, and more black men than presently live in Chicago.

Despite the enormous size of the crowd that was more than four times the audience for Martin Luther King’s 1963 convocation, there was no violence. The police were prepared for a riot but it was all quiet on the National Mall. Speakers advised the men to “take responsibility for their lives and families, and commit to stopping the scourges of drugs [and] violence.”

There has been some debate during the past 17 years since the Million Man March as to whether it was a lost opportunity. Some seemed to think it was a recruitment drive. Can you imagine the impossibility of trying to organize one million men into community action teams all in one day?

Some reverberation from the Million Man March will be felt on this Election Day. Prior to Oct. 16, 1995 there was considerable question among black militants as to whether politics was an appropriate endeavor. Those pursuing the conventional political strategy had to cope with ridicule from the more militant. However, when the message came from Washington that black men should “register to vote and build black political power,” attitudes changed.

Black citizens have been very assertive in this election as they confronted Republican efforts to disenfranchise them. Now the task is to rebuild the multi-racial coalition that brought victory in the Civil Rights Movement. Now the country needs a major political push to rebuild the middle class.

It’s time to put up or shut up.

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LETTERSto the Editor U.S. Sen. Scott Brown’s dismal voting record As a graduate student on a tight budget, I constantly worry about how an emergency or unexpected expense could throw a wrench into my finances, forcing me to choose between maxing out my credit card or skipping class so I can work extra hours to pay my bills.

With disproportionately high rates of single parenthood and a high risk of HIV/AIDS among black women, access to basic reproductive health care services is a key issue in keeping our community healthy and able to work toward a better tomorrow.

But here in the Bay State we are now represented by a senator who has consistently voted to dismantle hardfought programs that work to protect and preserve women’s economic and reproductive health.

When U.S. Sen. Scott Brown voted to eliminate family planning funding, he voted against the millions of women and men who spend the majority of their reproductive years trying to prevent unwanted pregnancy so they can get ahead in life.

When he voted to defund Planned Parenthood, he voted against the 25 percent of American women who get basic reproductive health care services, such as cancer-screenings, contraceptive, and gynecologic care, through Planned Parenthood.

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entire female workforce’s right to have access to basic health insurance coverage, including reproductive health care. And when he voted against women’s fair pay, he voted against 47 percent of the American labor force.

Scott Brown calls himself prochoice, but his anti-woman voting record speaks for itself. The stakes are too high for both women and their families to be represented by someone who wants to deny women the ability to control their healthcare, make decisions about their reproductive futures and access the same economic opportunities as men.

Bosede A. Opetubo Dorchester

Vote and be counted I consider the minority vote very, very important in this close election. There-

fore it is important that people of color realize what the nation will be like after a Mitt Romney victory. Staying home is definitely a vote for Romney, and people of all colors who do this will suffer greatly if Obama is not re-elected.

Kudos for Merren Huge shout to you my cousin Mark Merren. (“Mark Merren: Boston’s master motivator,” Bay State Banner, Oct. 25, 2012).

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OPINION Could a third party candidate Naderize President Obama?

Earl Ofari Hutchinson At first glance, their numbers are pathetic. Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein registers 3 percent of the vote nationally. Peace and Freedom Party candidate Roseanne Barr registers about the same. Justice Party presidential candidate, former Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson, doesn’t even rate a number count.

But the numbers don’t tell the potential danger they pose to President Obama. Stein will appear on almost 85 percent of the ballots and Barr is on the ballot in five states. But the alarm bells ring over their candidacies in Ohio, Virginia, Iowa, Colorado, Pennsylvania and Florida. These are the states that will decide the election.

In a CNN/ ORC International poll, Stein is projected to get about 1 percent of the vote in Ohio. Almost certainly she and Barr will get a handful of votes in Florida as well.

One need look no further than the 1992 and 2000 presidential elections to see that a handful of votes could be pivotal. The conventional wisdom is that Bill Clinton would have routed GOP President George Bush Sr. in 1992 whether maverick candidate Ross Perot was in the race or not. The rotten economy would have done Bush in. There’s some truth to that. But Perot did have an impact.

Some exit polls showed that Perot voters were equally divided in their party allegiance and political sentiments between Clinton and Bush, but other numbers showed that Perot got a large percentage of his votes from Reagan/Bush Republicans.

In reality, Perot probably siphoned off only a small number of votes, but they were important.

Then there was Ralph Nader in 2000. Nader apologists still reject any notion that their man tossed Florida and the 2000 election to George W. Bush. They claim that Bush would not have gotten the 94,000 votes Nader got and that Democratic presidential rival Al Gore would have still lost the state.

Officially, Bush was credited with a 500-plus vote edge over Gore. Simple math and common sense says that the overwhelming majority of Nader voters would not have voted for Bush, and if Nader had not been on the ballot a considerable number of them would have voted for Gore and not opted to stay home as Naderites claim.

If just 1 percent of the Nader vote went to Gore, Gore would have had the razor-thin margin of votes over Bush to assure victory and the White House.

There are nearly 8 million registered voters in Ohio, and Stein’s projected 1 percent of the vote total there would give her nearly 80,000 votes. Obama almost certainly would get a fair number of those votes if Stein wasn’t on the ballot. This may not mean anything when the election dust finally settles in Ohio, but then again it might.

There are some projections that the entire presidential election could come down to as few as two Ohio counties. This again underscores the titanic fight that the Romney and Obama campaigns are waging over every individual vote.

The presidential election has been reduced from a major broad front war to a house-by-house fight. It’s seemingly that close.

Nader and a handful of others tried at one point to get a name Democrat to mount a primary challenge against Obama. There were no takers among Democrats for the good reason that this would have proved damaging and divisive.

Stein, Barr, and Anderson, but especially Stein, have credible and sometimes admirable positions on jobs, climate change and progressive taxing. In another election, these third-party candidates would be deservedly applauded by millions of Americans and get their votes.

But this election is not that election. Romney has made sure of that. He has made it his political casus belli that this election present two diametrically different philosophies about politics, government, values and the future direction of the country. There’s also a powerful, ultraconservative, top-heavy religious fundamentalist Tea Party movement in place to make sure Romney means what he says if he bags the White House.

This possibility alone is far more than enough to cast a nervous eye on the handful of votes that the third-party candidates could siphon from Obama. This would give even some of the most hard-line third party supporters something that they would dread: A GOP White House.

There are some projections that the entire presidential election could come down to as few as two Ohio counties.

Earl Ofari Hutchinson is an author and political analyst.

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How do you believe the Boston Public Schools should improve its student assignment plans?

It should be based on a child’s needs and community needs, like having after-school programs accessible in the same neighborhood.

The problem is not school assignment, but it’s the fact not all schools are up to par. Fix the schools and school assignments won’t be a problem.

I think they need to move more to a community school model so families can connect with schools more.

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They should ask students what the most helpful way is to engage them in their own learning.

Make more of an effort to make sure parents are well-informed about the choices available to them.

I think it should include the voices of students who should be involved in the plan.

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INthe news Walter J. Ramos The Dorchester House Board of Directors recently announced the selection of Walter J. Ramos as the next president and chief executive officer.

Ramos now serves as vice president of operations at Massachusetts Hospital Association (MHA). He will begin in his new role at the end of November 2012, succeeding Joel Abrams, who retired Aug. 1st after 26 years as Dorchester House president and CEO. Ramos began his healthcare career as director of administration for the Boston Public Health Commission. He was responsible for the public health component of Boston City Hospital as it merged with Boston Medical Center (BMC) to become a 1,200-person institution.

In 2007, Ramos was tapped to serve as BMC’s chief administrator for its HealthNet Plan, a $1 billion Medicaid-managed care organization.

In his current position at MHA, Walter leads and directs MHA’s operational functions, including

information services, education, finance, human resources, building and office services, and non-dues programs. He oversees an $11 million budget and the association’s

insurance agency.

Ramos holds a bachelor’s degree from Roger Williams University and a juris doctor from Suffolk University Law School.

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people do not fall behind before it’s too late, he’s made historic investments in Head Start programs, he’s championed his administration’s Race To The Top program, which has already raised academic standards in 46 states. And recognizing that a one-size-fits-all-approach doesn’t work, he has encouraged more innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

Now, let’s consider class sizes. The President understands that class sizes matter, so in an effort to make sure our classrooms aren’t overcrowded, he has taken measures to protect quality teachers from layoffs.

out a plan to forge new partnerships between community colleges and businesses to train 2 million workers for well-paying middle-class jobs that already exist in high-growth, highdemand industries like clean energy, health care and transportation.

At a certain point, any attempt to name all of the President’s education-related accomplishments starts to read like a laundry list. Ultimately, President Obama understands that a good education is an economic necessity, not a luxury; it’s the only surefire way to create good jobs and grow the middle class.

While all of these measures are steps in the right direction, the president went further and issued the newly-formed White House Initiative on Education Excellence

Ultimately, President Obama understands that a good education is an economic necessity, not a luxury; it’s the only surefire way to create good jobs and grow the middle class.

The President’s commitment to a quality education doesn’t stop when a student graduates from high school. As someone who just paid off his own student loans, he doesn’t want costs to be a barrier to higher education. To ensure this isn’t the case, he has instituted a series of policies to make college more affordable for students and their parents.

His student loan reforms have cut out the middlemen and instead of giving more money to the banks who don’t need it, invest in students, while the $10,000 tax credit he extended to families of college students helped more than 9 million students and families pay for college last year.

He has doubled Pell Grant funding, increasing the number of students receiving grants from approximately 6 to 10 million. And, his administration has secured a $2.55 billion investment in HBCUs and other minority-serving institutions across a 10-year period to ensure more African Americans have access to higher education.

But that’s not all. President Obama is actively investing in community colleges to support education and career-training programs for students and workers. He has laid

for African Americans, which is designed to produce a more effective and comprehensive range of programs for African American students from cradle to career.

Unfortunately, Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan seem to have missed that memo. They would eliminate the President’s college tax credit — and slash Pell Grants for nearly 10 million students. To make matters worse, Romney’s plan would gut investments in education, leaving schools with fewer teachers and more crowded classrooms. Romney has even gone so far as to admit that he believes class size doesn’t matter.

But as any teacher in a classroom of 40 students will attest, class size does matter. It matters a lot.

These are the stakes, and they have never been higher. We cannot afford to let our children’s futures fall by the wayside. Do not underestimate the impact your voice can have on our country’s future. If everyone commits to doing at least one thing to organize their community, the combined impact will ensure that President Obama can keep moving this country forward for another four years. Now is not the time to take chances with our children’s future.

Four-month-old Milan Maxey Young of Boston was among a small crowd that greeted President Barack Obama Sunday at Manchester Airport when Air Force One landed in Nashua, NH. (Nicole Maxey photo)

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— it serves as a reminder of this country’s long and complex legacy of passing.

“The history of passing should tell us that we can’t necessarily believe everything we can see,” said Marcia Alesan Dawkins of the University of Southern California’s School of Communication and Journalism. “We should be reminded that race and ethnicity, at least the way they operate in our country, are not necessarily biological, but social constructions.”

In her new book, “Clearly Invisible: Racial Passing and the Color of Cultural Identity,” Dawkins explores this history of passing, from slavery to Barack Obama, and how passing can be used to understand racial identity today.

In 1892, a simple act of passing changed the country’s entire understanding of race. Homer Plessy, a self-identified octoroon (seven-eighths white and oneeighth black) boarded a train in Louisiana with the intent of challenging the state’s Separate Car Act, which ordered the separation of blacks and whites on trains.

Plessy passed as white to buy his train ticket, and once on board, passed as black to provoke arrest.

While Plessy had hoped that his arrest would be an opportunity to fight back against segregation, what happened instead was the exact opposite.

He lost his Supreme Court case, Plessy v. Ferguson, which enshrined the rigidity of racial categories and the constitutionality of “separate but equal.” The Court justified this by “transform[ing] his passing into a theft of identity … in order

to break the law and acquire goods and services,” Dawkins writes.

While Plessy v. Ferguson was eventually overturned in 1954 with the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision, the notion of fixed racial identity remained cemented in the American imagination. Because of this, Plessy’s is still a powerful form of protest today.

“Many undocumented immigrants are taking a page out of Plessy’s book and are coming out of the closet,” Dawkins said, citing the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jose Antonio Vargas, who “passed” as a U.S. citizen his entire adult life and recently exposed himself as an undocumented immigrant.

Like Plessy, Vargas “came out as an act of protest to show that we need to change our public policy and we need to pay more attention to these issues to show that things aren’t as simple as they appear,” Dawkins said.

In addition, the rhetoric of passing has cropped up many times this election season — and not just in the Massachusetts Senate race.

For President Obama, the idea of passing comes from many different directions.

The “birthers,” who falsely claim that Obama was not born in the United States, are actually accusing him of passing, Dawkins explains: Instead of showing himself as a radical African Muslim, he is passing as a U.S. citizen and a legitimate president.

But for many others, Obama embodies the breakdown of the rigid racial categories that the Plessy decision and passing relied on. In its place has emerged multiracial identity, which Dawkins said “symbolizes the coming together of various racial groups” even

though “we don’t have the proof that our society is becoming more racially equitable and just.”

moment” — has been characterized as a flip-flopper with views like an Etch-a-Sketch.

“The history of passing should tell us that we can’t necessarily believe everything we can see. We should be reminded that race and ethnicity, at least the way they operate in our country, are not necessarily biological, but social constructions.”

— Marcia Alesan Dawkins The country’s first black president is not the only candidate who can be seen through the lens of passing. Republican contender Mitt Romney — who Dawkins said is her “favorite passer of the

“Romney’s constant search for an identity that other people will believe is an inside view into what it’s like to pass,” said Dawkins. “It’s a very anxiety-driven process.”

In addition to charges that

the former Massachusetts governor was trying to pass as a “severe conservative” during the primaries and as a moderate now, Romney faces questions of passing in regard to his wealth, his religion and his ethnicity — since his father was born in Mexico.

“Mitt Romney is a very interesting — and not very successful, I might add — passer,” Dawkins said.

Dawkins hopes her book will spark a larger conversation about the complexities of race and identity in this country.

“I want people to start larger conversations with others who they thought they didn’t have anything in common with,” she said.

“At some point along the way, everyone has been a passer, so we all have some common ground.”

The YMCA of Greater Boston celebrated the 100th Anniversary of its Huntington Avenue branch on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at the Fairmont Copley Plaza. The “100 Years of Improving Lives” gala featured a keynote address from Boston Celtics Coach Doc Rivers and drew 500 locals, raising $580,000 to support the Y’s mission. Pictured (L to R) are Kathy Townsend, executive director of the Dorchester YMCA, Perry Catchings and Barbara Catchings. (Photo courtesy of Person + Killian Photography)

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Warren campaign Senior Advisor Steve Tompkins (R) lends a hand during a standout on Blue Hill Avenue in Grove Hall.

ignore black voters in the special election, this time around every vote counts.

The fierce competition for votes locally, coupled with Obama’s tight race against former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, has Warren volunteers energized, according to Brother Kinney, a longtime political activist who is supporting Warren.

“This election is probably the most important election in our time,” he said. “The policies that come out of Washington will impact us for the next era. Obama needs to have folks in the Senate who will help him get his legislation through. If we expect to have jobs and educational opportunities in our community, we must

elect Obama and Warren.”

Arguing for a vote for Brown, Thompson said the Senate’s Democrats’ 51-vote majority is secure and that blacks should have influence over both parties.

“Our goal is to get President Obama and our sitting senator reelected,” he commented.

During a standout at Roxbury Crossing last week, about a dozen Scott Brown supporters held signs and engaged in sometimes heated debates with passers-by. While several spoke to the Banner, none besides Thompson would give their name.

“We agree about more things than we disagree on,” said one supporter of Brown. “He’s the sitting senator in office. We have to talk to him and remind him he works for us.”

The literature the Brown campaign dropped in the black community – the same piece his supporters were distributing at Roxbury Crossing last week — emphasized Brown’s work with people of color. On the first side appears a photograph of Brown shaking hands with Obama.

On the other side are four photographs, each featuring Brown with black people. The message

“working together for you” appears on both sides of the card.

At Warren’s Grove Hall office, one of three her campaign has opened in Boston’s black community, dozens of volunteers were present last Friday afternoon, picking up bumper stickers, placards and campaign literature.

Among those present were Ward 12 Committee co-Chairwoman Victoria Williams, political activist Aaron Jones, Nancy Rachelle Rousseau and Steve Tompkins, senior political advisor for the campaign.

“The volunteers in this community are energized for a number of reasons, beginning with the fact that Warren [has] been here many times,” Tompkins said, noting that Brown refused to appear at a community forum sponsored by the NAACP, the RoxVOTE coalition and other black community organizations.

Tompkins also noted that Warren has opened offices in Lower Roxbury and Mattapan, in addition to her Grove Hall office.

“She has put campaign resources into our community,” he said. “Brown is showing up at the 11th hour, thinking it will make a difference. It won’t.”

Campaign workers for the Obama Supporters for Brown organization man a standout on Columbus Avenue at Roxbury Crossing. The workers declined to give their names for this photo. (Yawu Miller photos)

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Wu-Tang’s RZA on the rise…

Known to hip hop fans as RZA, the Grammy-Award winning leader of the Wu-Tang Clan, Robert “Bobby” Fitzgerald Diggs grew up on a diet of martial arts films on Staten Island.

Already a legendary rapper/producer and an up-and-coming actor, RZA is about to become even more well-known in the world of film with the upcoming release of the action/ adventure Kung Fu flick “The Man with the Iron Fists.”

RZA makes his feature-film debut as a director and co-writer (along with “Hostel” director Eli Roth) as well as leading man alongside a cast led by Russell Crowe as “Jack Knife” and Lucy Liu as “Madam Blossom.”

The film tells an epic story of warriors, assassins and a lone outsider hero who descend on a fabled village in China for a winner-take-all battle for a fortune in gold.

In town recently to perform at Royale, RZA chatted before his show about his love of martial arts movies, the Chinese martial arts film actor Gordon Liu, and, of course, “The Man with the Iron Fists.”

Now that the movie is produced after having germinated in your mind for several years, how are you feeling about it?

Well, I’m still nervous because it’s such a big investment to me and the people who invested their time in me. This is not like a movie they did in Hollywood with big hotel suites or trailers. This was in China and it was cold and some of the actors had never

been there before and you had to get visas. You didn’t know the language.

It was a tough job that I put everybody through and the studio trusted me. It’s not like a black guy doing a film about his neighborhood. I’m still nervous in the sense of I really wanted it to be successful because of so much time and energy that everybody put into it. So, I had that part on me.

As a man and as an artist I feel very, very accomplished, because I see an idea that started in a little kid’s mind who walked the streets of Staten Island and New York watching these Kung Fu movies and made some music that reflected how he felt about it, but actually got the chance to visually show the world his imagination. I say this also, the chance to go to China and sit down with Gordon Liu himself, the “Master Killer,” the executioner from Shao Lin is so unreal.

It’s such a blessing. Personally, I’ve already succeeded.

What was it about Kung Fu movies and karate flicks that captivated your imagination as a child?

I think the first thing is action.

We all love ass-kicking. As I grew into my teenage years, it was the brotherhood, it was the loyalty. It was also the fight against oppression.

Growing up in my day, it was a very small history about us beyond slavery. I grew up with 11 brothers and sisters in poverty. These movies were escapism for me. And then to see a movie like “36 Chambers” where Gordon Liu plays a student in school

who’s oppressed by the government for the way they think and for their ideas. And the school is destroyed, the teachers are killed and his family is killed. I saw that oppression exists around the world and it wasn’t just something in my neighborhood.

And yet, I saw a man rise above it and win the challenge. It just gave me a different inspiration.

When producer Quentin Tarantino said that you were now ready to direct this film, what was the turning point that he thought made you ready?

I think after I described a vision to him of what I had in my head.

He saw how hungry I was and how patient I was. He knew what he fed me and he saw that I was patient. A teacher knows you’re good from the questions you ask.

When I asked him if I was ready to direct a film, he gave me parameters. I multiplied that and went a little bigger than he told me, but I was prepared.

You were able to get some good actors to work with you in this film: Russell Crowe, Rick Yune. You’ve also worked with Ridley Scott. Was it easy for you to get them in this film?

Nothing was easy, but I definitely wanted who I wanted. But I really believed they were the characters and the people for the roles. I fought hard and I talked to them about it.

I think the job of a director is to let an actor understand that they could trust them in their hands.

RZA at Royale Boston Nightclub before his Oct. 4 performance. (Colette Greenstein photo) If I hadn’t worked with WuTang Clan and [wasn’t] able to take Method Man to be a platinum artist, GZA as a platinum artist and Raekwon, and if I didn’t have that experience, I wouldn’t actually have the confidence in myself to be able tell the actors that they were going to be in good hands.

I’m an artist as well. So, I know the feeling, the fear of doing something. I know how it is in that trailer and you have to go out and do this scene and you just met this person and you have to act as if there is a relationship going on, that there is a friendship. I understand that position.

Still nervous? Excited?

I’m very excited. I can’t wait for people to see this film. I know you’re going to have a good time.

Quentin Tarantino presents “The Man with the Iron Fists” opening nationwide this Friday, Nov. 2nd.

Coming Up… Action for Boston Community Development presents its 50th

Anniversary Gala this Friday, Nov. 2nd at the Boston Marriott Copley Place Hotel with a live performance

by Natalie Cole. The fundraiser begins with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m. with the main event kicking off at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at www.bostonabcd.org.

Charlie Murphy returns to The Wilbur on Friday, Nov. 9 at 10 p.m.

On Sunday, Nov. 11, the House of Blues presents Nas and Ms. Lauryn Hill at 8 p.m.

The Roxbury International Film Festival co-sponsors the film “Re-Emerging: The Jews of Nigeria” with the Boston Jewish Film Festival on Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at the West Newton Cinema. The Boston Jewish Film Festival begins Nov. 7 and runs through Nov. 19. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.bjff.org.

If you would like me to cover or write about your event, email me at inthemixwithcolette@gmail.com.

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Yolanda’s sweet sound

Yolanda Adams talks about co-hosting “How Sweet the Sound,” the country’s most prestigious gospel music celebration and competition

Kam Williams Ever since her late-‘80s debut “Just as I Am,” Yolanda Adams has carried the torch for contemporary gospel and inspirational music via a dozen glorious albums.

Stunningly beautiful, exceptionally educated, filled with the spirit and blessed with one of the most powerful voices in any genre of music, this former schoolteacher is a beacon of God’s light.

Born in Houston on Aug. 27, 1961, Adam has earned numerous accolades for her efforts, including the first American Music

Award for Contemporary Gospel Artist, four Gospel Music Association Dove Awards and five Grammy Awards.

Christened the First Lady of Modern Gospel, Adams’ pioneering blend of gospel and R&B with a touch of jazz continues to inspire her fans and transform the musical landscape. Now in its fifth year of celebrating the community and the power of gospel music, the national finale of gospel celebration “How Sweet the Sound” will be staged in New York on Nov. 4th at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

What’s it been like judging “How Sweet the Sound?” Is it similar to the job you do on BET’s “Sunday Best?”

are no duds left in this selection of choirs. These really are just the cream of the crop, the best choirs in the U.S.

through life on this journey.

No, I actually co-hosted with Donald [Lawrence] this year. So, I didn’t have to face the difficult challenge of judging these great choirs.

Which of your songs has the most personal meaning for you?

Wow! I have no idea. Some days it may be “Just a Prayer Away.” Some audiences want “Victory.” Others want “The Battle Is the Lord’s.” I have so many songs that have impacted people in different ways.

“Fragile Heart” is one that really took off years ago in South Africa when I had 20,000 people singing along with me.

Do you care to share which choir you think is going to win?

The crazy part is that the finalists are the top choirs from all of the cities that we chose. So, there

That’s like asking “Which of your children is the most precious?” When I write a song, it comes from the heart and is based on a specific experience. You can’t really say that one experience is greater than another, because all of your experiences take you

Which one do you think has the biggest emotional impact on your audience?

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Jazz legend Don Byron melds musical genres

The Don Byron New Gospel Quintet riffs and runs at last Saturday’s performance at MIT’s Kresge Auditorium. (L. Barry Hetherington photo)

Don Byron switched from tenor saxaphone to clarinet Saturday night. (Dave Weiland photo) Susan Saccoccia From West African chants and slaves’ work songs to the blues and hip hop, African American gospel music crosses centuries of musical traditions. Its rich and ever-renewing legacy inspires the latest project of versatile jazz musician Don Byron, whose combo, the Don Byron New Gospel Quintet, performed last Saturday night in Kresge Auditorium at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge.

A visiting artist at MIT this year, Byron brought generations together in the concert, an MIT Music and Theater Arts production. Alternating between clarinet and tenor saxophone, Byron

was accompanied by vocalist Carla Cook, pianist Xavier Davis, bassist Brad Jones and drummer Pheeroan akLaff — each a virtuoso. Joining them in the second part of the program were the 18-member Boston Arts Academy Spirituals Ensemble, directed by Tyrone Sutton, and a five-man MIT horn section.

Born from the melding of traditional hymns with the blues, gospel music is fertile ground for Byron, a brilliant synthesizer. Byron was raised in the Bronx, where he absorbed a multicultural mix of musical traditions. Although he later studied in the cerebral Third Stream Department of the New England Conservatory of Music, he has never strayed too far from music animated by pop, R&B

and Latin energies.

The program spanned more than a century of artists, from pioneers Thomas A. Dorsey (1899 – 1993) and Sister Rosetta Tharpe (1915 – 1973) to contemporary gospel composer and arranger Kirk Franklin.

Offering a bit of musical autobiography in between comments on the artists he was celebrating, Byron was an exuberant host, his round white eyeglasses and long white scarf giving him the look of an urbane magician.

Over the course of the evening, he and his singers and instrumentalists conjured the full glory of the gospel tradition, elevating everyone on stage and in the audience.

Pointing out that his attraction to gospel music coincides with a growth

in his own faith, Byron cited some of his musical deities, a pantheon that includes fellow Bronx-bred musician Eddie Palmieri, a jazz pianist whose music pulses with the rhythms of his native Puerto Rico.

Sound system problems ruined the opening selection “Sham Time”

by Eddie Harris, but were fixed in time for Carla Cook’s soulful rendition of the second song, “Take My Hand, Precious Lord.” Sung by Mahalia Jackson at the funeral of Martin Luther King, the hymn was composed by Thomas A. Dorsey, music director at Pilgrim Baptist Church in Chicago from 1932 until the late 1970s.

Byron told the audience that Dorsey wrote the song while grieving the loss of his wife, who died in childbirth, and his infant son, who died two days later.

Two more stirring Dorsey classics followed: “When I’ve Sung My Last Song” and “It’s My Desire.” The set concluded with a rousing “Walkin’ on the King’s Highway,” a traditional song that ambles to a swinging beat.

Byron spoke of the legendary singer and electric guitarist who popularized it, Sister Rosetta Tharpe. A commanding performer in both gospel

and R&B realms, she also made her mark in early rock ’n’ roll, said Byron.

Comparing Tharpe to another R&B great, Byron said, “Bo Diddley has nothing on her.”

In the second set, Cook delivered a sweet rendering of the gentle anthem “Beams of Heaven” by Charles Albert Tindley (1851 – 1933). She and the ensemble paid tribute to Aretha Franklin with a soaring version of a spiritual she has often recorded, “Precious Memories,” by J.B.F. Wright (1877-1959).

In between these two venerable songs, Byron introduced “I Smile,”

by Kirk Franklin, saying that the young man’s gospel arrangements invoked the band Earth, Wind & Fire and its irresistible amalgam of soul, disco, R&B, funk, jazz and rock.

The Boston Arts Academy Spirituals Ensemble strode on stage.

Demonstrating the full power and precision of their tradition, the young men and women joined Byron and his ensemble and the MIT horn players to perform a rhapsodic “I Smile” as well as the surging finale of the evening, Franklin’s “Hosanna.”

The audience rose in a sustained standing ovation as high-spirited as the concert itself.

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to brand and how to market themselves. They’re very smart.

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Are you ever afraid?

You served as spokesperson for Operation Rebound, a program that addressed the concern of inner-city schoolchildren, and you worked in the past as a schoolteacher while you were modeling. Can you share with us the importance of education and how it helped you in the music business?

Fear? Wow! I don’t call it fear.

I call it awareness. I only think fear comes when you’re unsure or in danger, but I’ve never been put in a dangerous situation.

Education helps you to be a wellrounded person, period. It teaches you how to take in information and data, process it and use it for life-building. Education was key in my family. You were going to college. Unfortunately, I think what’s happening nowadays is that many young people think they don’t need to avail themselves of higher education because a lot of music stars left high school before graduating. Kam, you and I both know that you can be hot today in the music business and then nobody knows who you are tomorrow. So, you always have to have a good education. I am a stickler for that.

And some of those rappers are college-educated.

Yeah, nobody talks about how Puffy went to Howard University or about Lil Wayne attending the University of Houston. All the young kids know is what they see on the videos. They don’t realize that these guys have taken managerial and business courses, and know how

What is your guiltiest pleasure?

My guiltiest pleasure must be watching “RuPaul’s Drag U.”

What was the last book you read?

was once making a spur-of-themoment decision because I needed the money.

When you look in the mirror, what do you see?

What advice do you have for anyone who wants to follow in your footsteps?

If you could have one wish instantly granted, what would that be for?

Hone your craft, study the history of the music and sing anywhere that you can.

I know everybody says world peace but, seriously, world peace.

I really wish we could have world peace.

What is your earliest childhood memory?

What is your favorite dish to cook?

Having lots of fun and laughter in the house with my mom, dad and siblings. I didn’t grow up in one of those restrictive Christian households where you couldn’t do this or that. We were brought up with a great collection of good morals and good values, but we also had fun.

We’d go to church on Sunday, but then have ice cream, roller skate or play in the park afterwards.

What excites you?

Wow! That’s a great question.

New challenges, especially doing things that people think are impossible for a gospel artist.

Who is your favorite clothes designer?

Me! I have my own fashion line that can be found at YolandaAdamsLive.com. I also definitely like Mark Bouwer, Donna Karan and Kevan Hall, and I’ve really been into Etro these days.

What was the best business decision you ever made, and what was the worst?

My best was to own everything that belongs to me. My worst

Mahalia Jackson.

I see a very happy mom who is in love with life and in love.

”The Law of Confession” by Bill Winston.

Omigosh! Kam, I just love to cook. Some of my favorites are sautéed kale, shrimp scampi and lobster risotto.

If you could meet any historical figure, who would it be?

How did your first big heartbreak impact who you are as a person?

Guess that would’ve had to be in the third grade when Michael Gray said he didn’t like me. [Laughs] It was puppy love, and the pain of the rejection left me convinced I was never going to share my feelings with anybody ever again.

What key quality do you believe all successful people share?

Determination!

How do you want to be remembered?

Wow! I want to be remembered as a person who loved and cared for people and who genuinely wanted the best for them. As a nice allaround person. That is my goal for my daughter. I’ve been teaching her that since she was in the womb.

People deserve your kindness.

up to participating, knowing what’s going on at home with the lawyers?

How do I deal with this? Then a soft voice whispered to me, “Go, and be blessed!” And I was like, “Okay, I’m going.”It was the best decision I could have ever made, because there were so many wonderful women there who had impacted my life since I was a little girl: Dionne Warwick, Leontyne Price, Nancy Wilson, Shirley Caesar, Gladys Knight and many others.

It was almost as if Oprah knew how they had affected my life. I was just overwhelmed! God told me to dream bigger that day. And listen, Kam, I have not let go of that. I am trying to do everything I possibly can and I don’t do anything that I don’t absolutely love. Isn’t that a great place to be?

What was it like to be invited to participate in Oprah’s Legends Ball?

It was amazing! First of all, I felt quite honored to be acknowledged as one of the youngin’s with Shirley Caesar serving as my legend. Oprah was very adamant that she wanted to celebrate the people who had made a difference in her life. I had no idea that I had impacted her that deeply.

My invitation came at one of the lowest points of my life. No one knows this, so you’re getting an exclusive, Kam. I was going through a divorce proceeding. And then to get an invitation saying that you’ve made a difference in someone else’s life when your own is going down the tubes relationship and familywise, can you imagine where I was in that space?

So, I had to make a decision: Do I go, even though I might not feel

An Evening Lecture Series at the Dudley Branch Library Led by Professors in the Africana Studies Department at UMass Boston

November 8, 2012 at 6pm—The State of the Race Presenting the historical context of Pan-African political and arts movements, featuring Amiri Baraka in a segment of Eyes on the Prize. Reading materials are on reserve with the Reference Librarian.

–Professor Jemadari Kamara December 13, 2012 at 6pm—The African American Experience in Cyberspace Exploring valuable internet resources and websites to study African and AfricanAmerican history and culture –Professor Yusuf Nuruddin Free and Open to the Public Call 617-287-6790 for more information Supported by a Grant from the Fellowes Fund of the Boston Public Library

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COMMUNITY Calendar Thursday November 1 The Diary of Anne Frank Through Anne’s eyes, the compelling story of eight Jewish people in hiding during the Nazi occupation unfolds. Confined to a small space for two years, it becomes evident that the piques, pleasures, hopes, and fears of eight different personalities are much harder to contain. As tensions build, they find themselves surviving each other just as trying as surviving the war. The IRNE Award-nominated Roxbury Repertory Theater production of The Diary of Anne Frank will be performed November 1 through November 3. Playwright Wendy Kesselman’s powerful adaptation and an ensemble of diverse actors keep the story alive and vibrant. Performed without intermission, each show will feature a story by a survivor of genocide, including the Holocaust, Rwanda, and Darfur. Kesselman will lead a talkback at the 8pm performance on Friday, November 2. For tickets and information, please contact Pamela Green at pgreen@rcc. mass.edu or 617-541-5380. Tickets are $10; $5 for students and seniors. Wheelchair accessible.

Audrey Schulman “Three Weeks in December” Cambridge author Audrey Schulman will be speaking at the Cambridge Main library about her book, Three Weeks in December.

7pm. There will be no advance tickets and doors will open at 6:30. For more information contact Carole Feeney Withrow cwithrow@cam bridgema.gov, 617-349-4035. 449 Broadway, Cambridge. All library events are free and open to the public. Cambridge READS: The Citywide Book Club is sponsored by the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library.

Saturday November 3 AFRO-CINEMA BloodSkinLand Productions (in collaboration with SoulKore Productions) presents an afternoon of important films being shown, followed by a discussion. 1pm SHARP! (doors open at 12:30pm.)

All ages are welcome (parental discretion suggested for adult language). Refreshments available. Featured film: “THE ART OF RAP” This documentary was never shown in Boston theaters and Randolph was the only city in Massachusetts that carried it. However, it lasted less than a week. “AfroCinema” is proud to present it to those who haven’t seen this HipHop documentary. Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley St., Roxbury/Dudley Sq. Contact: VCR at 617-4807663 or bloodskinland@yahoo. com. Free to the public.

Coping with the Holidays The winter holiday season is often touted as “the most wonderful time of the year.” However, for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one, the holidays can be a time filled with sadness,

loneliness and grief. On Saturday, November 3, Circle of Caring at Hospice of the Good Shepherd welcomes the attendance of those who are “Coping with the Holidays” at a one-time support group session. The group will offer the opportunity for people to meet with others who are coping with loss and find connections and comfort through the grieving experience. “Coping with the Holidays” will be held at the Hospice office, 2042 Beacon St., Newton, from 10:30am - 12pm and participation is FREE of charge. Participants must pre-register by calling the Hospice office at 617-9696130 or sending an email to Jaye Casellini at jcasellini@hospicegoodshepherd.org.

Jp Concerts On Saturday, November 3, starting at 4pm, at St. John’s Episcopal Church, at Roanoke and Revere in Jamaica Plain, JP CONCERTS presents vocalist VANESSA SCHUKIS accompanied by pianist SCOTT NICHOLAS, featuring a program on the varying aspects of love, as portrayed by Kurt Weill, William Bolcom, Richard Stoltz, and other 20th century composers. Tickets are $10 at the door. For directions and performer bios, please visit www.jpconcerts.org.

Sunday November 4 Jamaican Artists: Celebrating 50 years of Independence Under the theme “Jamaican Artists: Celebrating 50 years of Independence”, the exhibition offers a rich and diverse introduction to the visual arts heritage of Jamaica. Featuring fifteen artists and more than 40 works, it honors the confidence, excellence and imagination of painters, sculptors and printmakers for Jamaica on the world stage where they have excelled. The exhibition presents Internationally-recognized contemporary artists Kofi Kayiga, Bryan McFarlane and Peter Wayne Lewis. It also includes Ralph Campbell, Colin Garland, Vernal Reuben, Barrington Watson and Gerry Dunlap. Among Jamaican artists working abroad are Albert Chong and Winsom. Godfrey Makonzi, originally from Uganda but now Jamaican, has several large ceramic sculptures of great distinction on display. Sponsored by the Boston area Jamaica 50th Anniversary Committee and NCAAA, the exhibition extends to January 13, 2013. The Opening Reception will be held on Sunday, November 4, 3-6pm.

The reception is free and open to the public. The National Center of Afro-American Artists, 300 Walnut Ave., Boston.

Tuesday November 6 VerBaLizAtiOn’s 13-Year Anniversary Jam Come join us as we celebrate 13 years of Boston’s longest-running open mic gathering…continuing to bring the community

the finest in poetry, spoken word, rhyme, song and good vibes!

6:30pm start (doors & open mic sign-up at 6pm) EARLY ARRIVAL STRONGLY SUGGESTED! All ages are welcome (parental discretion suggested for possible adult language). Hosted by VCR with special guest featured artist: SHEA ROSE. Hibernian Hall, 184 Dudley St., Roxbury/Dudley Sq. Contact: VCR at 617-480-7663 or bloodskinland@yahoo.com. Free 2 the public.

Upcoming Parker Hill Writers and Readers Series A u t h o r, J a m e s R e d f e a r n , native of Mission Hill and former Massachusetts State Police trooper, will read from The Rising at Roxbury Crossing. Join us for a compelling discussion on the 1919 Boston Police Strike, America’s Red Scare, and the Irish Rebellion. Thursday, November 8 @ 6pm. Free and open to the public. Refreshments served.

Parker Hill Branch Library, 1497 Tremont St., Boston, 617-4273820, ParkerHillLibrary@gmail. com. MBTA #66 bus to Mission Church, Orange Line to Roxbury Crossing.

The Rising at Roxbury Crossing Parker Hill Writers and Readers Series presents The Rising at Roxbury Crossing. Author, James Redfearn, native of Mission Hill and former Massachusetts State Police trooper, will read from The Rising at Roxbury Crossing. Join us November 8, for a compelling discussion on the 1919 Boston Police Strike, America’s Red Scare, and the Irish Rebellion. Parker Hill Branch Library, 1497 Tremont St. (Mission Hill), Boston, 617-427-3820. Free and open to the public.

The Dancing Chickens of Ventura Fabian The Visiting Mexican Artists Program: The Dancing Chickens of Ventura Fabian. A one-hour demonstration about the art and craft of Oaxacan woodcarving featuring master carver Ventura Fabian and his son, Norberto from Oaxaca, Mexico. The program includes a brief talk and short video about their craft and life in the rugged hillsides of Oaxaca, M e x i c o . S a t u rd a y, N o v e m ber 10, Jamaica Plain Branch Library, 12 Sedgwick St., Jamaica Plain (off of South St.). Contact: Nina Hasin 617-522-4008, nina. h a s i n @ g m a i l . c o m , w w w. t h e dancingchickens.com. FREE. Distinguished Writers Series The Fall 2012 Distinguished Writers Series at the Susan and Donald Newhouse Center for the Humanities at Wellesley College. The series continues with Geoff Dyer (November 1 2 ). All readings take place at 4:30pm on the dates indicated and are free and open to the public. Parking on campus is also free. For more information please visit www.newhouse center.org.

Survivor Theatre Project Are you a Survivor of Sexual Violence? The Survivor Theatre Project (STP) offers 4 free theatre workshops for survivors in a unique opportunity to create exceptional art that empowers + engages our communities in the movement to end sexual violence. Central Square, Cambridge. Tuesday evenings, Nov. 13. Pre-registration required.

For more information or to register contact: Survivortheatrepro ject@gmail.com; 978-408-9233; 917-981-1625; www.survivorth eatreproject.com.

Vento Chiaro The Boston-based woodwind quintet acclaimed nationally for its technical virtuosity, intrepid take on the classical repertoire, and educational mission will perform four free concerts around town this fall.

Vento Chairo’s four Fall concerts are: Thursday, November 15, 6:30pm, Roxbury Community College; Saturday, November 17, 10:30am, Coolidge Corner Theater.

Where We Live Simmons College presents Where We Live, a three-person show, of photographs, video and paintings by Milo Fay, Eliza Gagnon and Elaine Spatz-Rabinowitz. Where do we live? We dwell in space, time and in memory. We picture ourselves in places that we yearningly dream of, or perhaps, from which we have escaped, or crave to return.

Artists Milo Fay, Eliza Gagnon and Elaine Spatz-Rabinowitz meditate on our physical and psychic dwellings in their divergent approaches to the idea of “home.” November 13-December 13 at the Trustman Art Gallery, located on the fourth floor, Main College Building, 300 the Fenway in Boston. A reception from 5-7pm will be held on Thursday, November 15.

Closed: November 21-23. The exhibit and reception are free and open to the public.

rumination on the cycle of life.

The artists generate a frisson, a realization that life is fleeting, allowing us to pause within the moment. Trustman Gallery hours are 10am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. The gallery is free, open to the public and wheelchair accessible. For more information, contact Marcia Lomedico at 617521-2268, or visit the Trustmam Art Gallery website at www.sim mons.edu/trustman.

Toddler Drum Circle Toddler Drum Circle series with Cornell Coley will run every Saturday during the school year.

9:30-10:30am. Songs, stories, puppets, drumming and cultural info! Ages 1 – 4 yrs old! Spontaneous Celebrations, 45 Danforth St., Jamaica Plain. Contact: Cornell Coley www.afrola tin.net 617-298-1790 cc@afrolatin.net. Cost: $8, $5 for sibling.

Families Creating Together A free art class for children and parents. Come create art with your child every Tuesday morning from 10:30-12 at the Family Resource center at 1542 Columbus Ave, Jamaica Plain / Roxbury.

Please call 617-522-1018 if you have any questions. Wheelchair accessible.

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King’s Chapel announces the Tuesday Noon Hour Recital programs for October 2012 Historic King’s Chapel is located in downtown Boston at the corner of School and Tremont Streets. Hailed by residents and visitors alike as a treasure in the midst of a bustling city, this year-long series features a wide range of programming from classical to jazz and more! Admission to the Noon Hour Recitals is by suggested donation of $3 per person; the donations are given to the performing musicians.

Programs begin at 12:15pm and last approximately 35 minutes; for more information, please call 617-227-2155.

Nature Vive and Nature Morte Simmons College presents Nature Vive and Nature Morte from through November 8 at the Trustman Art Gallery, located on the fourth floor, Main College Building, 300 the Fenway in Boston. Inspiration from the natural world manifests itself very differently in the works of Mary Dondero, Constanze Kirmse, Mary O’Malley and Brenda Star. The art by turns is sensually tactile, colorful and intricate, prompting

Handreach Beatbrigade Drum Circle First Tuesday every month. Handreach Beatbrigade Drum Circle starts up for the fall from 7-9pm.

No Charge! Bring a drum! Director Cornell Coley facilitates improvisational drumming, drawing from African and Latin traditions as well as certified drum circle facilitation techniques and healing drum strategies. Spontaneous Celebrations, 45 Danforth St., JP. Contact: Cornell Coley www.afrolatin.net.

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Jeanette Boone-Smith Jeanette Boone-Smith was born on Nov. 24, 1934 in Englewood, N.J. She went to be with The Lord on Oct. 23, 2012, in her home, surrounded by family and friends after an extended illness.

The fourth of five children born to Livingston Boone, Sr. and Beatrice Scott Boone, Jeanette graduated from Dwight Morrow High School in Englewood, N.J. in 1952 and later attended Bergen Community College.

Jeanette’s natural affinity for public service and political activism began right after high school when, upon becoming president of Englewood’s Fourth Ward Democratic Club, she became involved in fighting housing discrimination and school integration in Englewood, N.J. In 1982, she married her husband of 30 years, Perry Smith, and moved to Boston. Soon afterwards, she began serving as the executive

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assistant to then Lt. Governor John F. Kerry. Upon John Kerry’s election to the U.S. Senate in 1985, she continued as a member of his staff as the senior issues and policy specialist for Housing, Human Service and Education as well as liaison to the black community, until she retired in 2000 as his longest-serving staff member. Senator Kerry offered a special tribute in the Congressional record in recognition of her retirement and service to the U.S. Senate. In the words of Senator Kerry, “Jeanette embodies the fight for equality and for social justice that defines the entire second half of this century. Her life is filled with stories of personal struggle, public struggle, and of triumph, of sacrifice and of victory.”

She was the founder of the Four Corners Development Corporation and served as President since its inception in 1987. The Four Corners Development Corporation is the sponsor and developer of the Langham Court Apartments, an 84-unit mixed income development in the South End of Boston, which won the Honor Award from the American Institute of Architects in 1992. Jeanette served as Chairperson of the ABCD South End Neighborhood Action Programs Advisory Committee, Chairperson of the ABCD Board of Directors and Chairper-

son of the City of Boston Ward 9 Democratic Committee.

She invested in those who in many circumstances were abandoned by society, like ex-offenders, former gang members and those struggling with addiction and substance abuse. She was the original coordinator of Operation Homefront and for the past 17 years organized its weekly home visitation program for at-risk youth in the Boston Public Schools. She was also a trainer for the National TenPoint Leadership Foundation promoting clergy-law enforcement collaboration, on the board of the Boston TenPoint Coalition and former Acting Executive Director of The Ella J. Baker House.

In 2008, she founded the Four Corners Institute for Mediation, Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation Training. In honor of her grandson, it was renamed the Justin Albert Institute for Mediation, Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation Training.

An avid singer, she was a member of a number of community and church choirs, including the Boston Community Choir, the Millennium Choir and the Boston Symphony’s Gospel Choir.

She was an ordained elder and deacon of the Roxbury Presbyterian Church, a longstanding church secretary, served as chair of the Trustee Board and served as a Sunday school teacher for more than 20 years. She would drop anything to help a child in any way she could.

In 2008, upon receiving a Boston Neighborhood Fellows Award (awarded to the “unsung” heroes and heroines within the Boston community), Jeanette stated, “I do what I do because it is embedded in me and is the essence of my spirit. I firmly believe that if I can help somebody, my living will not be in vain.”

Jeanette leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband, Perry Smith Sr.; two grandsons, Jairus and Joshua Albert; her step-sons, Craig Smith and Perry Smith, Jr.; three brothers, Livingston, Jr., Nathaniel and David Boone; her adopted children: Bradley Turner, Ivy Jones-Turner, Jacquelyn Lewis-Clark and Jetro da Silva and countless numbers of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

She was pre-deceased by her sister, Sylvia Boone Truesdale, her son, Tracey Albert, and her grandson, Justin Albert.

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Boston a great bet for federal investments Thomas M. Menino Over the past 19 years, the City of Boston has come together to build vibrant neighborhoods and create inclusive opportunities for all residents. Lower crime, higher graduation rates, more affordable housing and a growing population of more than 625,000 speak to our progress over the last two decades. At the heart of all these gains is our steadfast commitment to put the people of Boston first.

The American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) did just that — it put people first. Since its passage in 2009, Boston has been awarded more than $300 million in funds to modernize public housing, create green jobs, jumpstart stalled construction, expand the reach of information technology, improve public safety and health, and prepare Boston students for continued success.

Investing in affordable housing Demonstrating the potential of federal investment dollars, the Boston Housing Authority (BHA) recently reached a major milestone in successfully spending down $40 million in competitive ARRA

We’ve shown the nation what extraordinary progress can be made by combining a local, resultsoriented agenda with federal aid. grants. The results are an awardwinning redevelopment at the Old Colony public housing development in South Boston, ultra-green rehabs at housing developments in Jamaica Plain and the South End and green, healthy, affordable housing for residents. As of March 2012, ARRA-funded BHA projects accounted for the creation of nearly 600 full-time jobs.

Using approximately $4 million in federal funding, another BHA project currently under way is a comprehensive services center for frail elders at its Amory Street Elderly/Disabled development. Operated by Upham’s Corner Health Center’s Elder Service Plan, the full-service center will allow frail elders and people with disabilities over the age of 55 to continue living independently in the community rather than in a nursing home.

BHA will also modify one additional floor of the existing Amory Street development for residents, who will benefit from onsite, 24hour care and services, including primary and specialty care, prescription drugs, home health services, rehabilitative services, respite care and transportation assistance.

These services, as well as medical monitoring and treatments, structured activities and exercise, will be provided at no charge to residents.

Achieving energy efficiency Launched in August 2010 with recovery funds, the Renew Boston Energy Efficiency Program served low- to middle-income residents who historically have had a low

rate of participation in energy efficiency programs.

In residential households, ARRA funds led to more than 8,000 comprehensive energy audits and the installment of 1,700 no-cost home insulation services that resulted in more than $2 million in savings annually for residents. Overall home insulation installations have quadrupled in 2012, and ARRA dollars funded

no-cost energy efficiency services for 700 small businesses, saving them $650,000 annually.

Supporting community development For 10 years, Foodie’s Urban Market has served the South End community from their store on Washington Street. Known for both a diverse selection of grocery items and an unwavering commitment to the local community, Foodie’s recently completed construction on a previously vacant 8,500-square-foot storefront in South Boston with the help of a $50,000 ARRA-funded small business loan through the City of Boston’s Office of Business Development. Construction is complete, and I’m excited to join

owners for a grand opening next month. Upon opening, Foodie’s will create 40 new jobs for the neighborhood.

From children to seniors, public housing tenants to community health professionals and construction workers to neighborhood entrepreneurs, recovery dollars have put shovels in the ground, people back to work, and improved the lives of countless individuals and families across Boston. Together, we’ve shown the nation what extraordinary progress can be made by combining a local, results-oriented agenda with federal aid.

Thomas M. Menino is mayor of Boston.

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Shooting hoops for hope Brothers take a stand against breast cancer Shanice Maxwell Either the forecast was wrong or Mother Nature simply had her own plans. But instead of the gloomy fall day predicted for last Saturday, the sun managed to make its presence felt just in time for the start of Score 4 More Inc.’s Second Annual Charity Basketball Game and Health Expo.

In light of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the event’s focus was to

educate community members about the hard-hitting disease.

The Centers for Disease Control reports that in 2008 — the most recent year numbers were available — black women had the second-highest rate of breast cancer diagnoses and were more likely to die of the disease than any other ethnic group.

Though breast cancer primarily affects women, the founders of Score 4 More — a group of five men — created the event because

Players from the 45 and up “old school” squad stop for a quick huddle to discuss strategies before the game’s second half begins at the Score 4 More Second Annual Charity Basketball Game and Health Expo last Saturday. (Bryan Trench photos)

breast cancer hits close to home for many of them.

“I had an aunt who was diagnosed with breast cancer about 15 years ago,” said Marlon Benjamin, Score 4 More co-founder and director. “I was pretty naïve at the time of the effects of it, but it wasn’t too long after that [that] a friend of mine’s mother passed away from it.

“I saw what it did to him, making me realize how close to home it was for me. After that, a couple of other guys in the basketball community were affected too — whether it was their grandmothers, mothers or aunts — so last year we decided we needed to do something about this.”

Their answer: A celebratory and fun event where knowledge could be shared. The reaction: Seeing a group of men passionate about something that harms women was refreshing and rewarding.

“A lot of women get degraded now, so [it’s] a good thing for men to pay attention to women and treat them with love,” said Rene Castro, 18, of Dorchester. “[This] breaks a lot of stereotypes,” said Rufus Faulk, 30, of Roxbury. “We have people from our neighborhoods taking the initiative to address issues that have been plaguing our neighborhoods.”

As roughly 200 community members made their way to Mad-

Score 4 More Inc. lead organizers take a break from welcoming participants for a quick photo. (L to R) Roger Roberts, Marlon Benjamin, Deronne Greaves, Ray Noiles and Clayton Weston. ison Park Community Center’s gym, smiling Score 4 More organizers and clusters of pink and white balloons greeted them.

The words “hope,” “faith,” and “support” decorated the backs of all who wore shirts endorsing the event’s cause. Once inside, groups crowded around the information tables picking up pamphlets and discussing preventative methods.

Others reached for their wallets to make donations and buy t-shirts and wristbands etched with the famed pink ribbon and slogans of support. Players exchanged witty remarks and shared laughs both on and off the floor as an air of friendly competition took hold.

Fifty-eight players, five of whom were women, volunteered their time and talent to play in one of Saturday’s three afternoon games:

An “old school” game for players 45 and older, a high school game featuring Boston Public School students and a game for “local celebrities,” Benjamin stated.

Score 4 More reached its fundraising goal of $1,000, which will go to Massachusetts General Hospital’s Breast Cancer Research Fund.

Saturday marked the second year this event took place so information about the disease could be passed on and the lives of all directly affected could be commemorated.

“I played today because my grandmother, my dad’s mom, died from breast cancer and so did my aunt,” said Donnaizha Fountain, 17, of Roxbury. “I just wanted to give back. I also want people to get more involved. People just [played] to have fun today, but this [event] is bigger than that.”

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Pop Up Plus brings curvefriendly fashion to Hub Tiffany Probasco Some would say curvy women have it better than they used to.

With the prominence of Oscar winners like Octavia Spencer and Mo’Nique and Cover Girl spokeswoman Queen Latifah, one would think the stigma surrounding women with larger frames is diminishing.

Although these women have been instrumental in breaking down barriers in Hollywood and changing the idea of what it means to be beautiful, they have a team of beauty experts behind them, carefully shaping how they’re portrayed.

It’s more difficult for women out of the celebrity spotlight to deal with the complexity that

Sonya Williams and Danita Lee check out the eclectic jewelry at Pop Up Plus’s shopping event.

comes with having curves — especially when it comes to fashion.

Traditionally, plus-size clothing isn’t meant to celebrate curves; it’s meant to cover them up.

Shopping in large department stores can be a daunting ordeal of sifting through hodgepodge plussize sections where the focus is on size and not style.

Pop Up Plus is hoping to change all that. Created by Cami Newman, the shop is a catch-all shopping experience for women sizes 14 – 24.

Frustrated with small selections and tired of going to multiple stores just to put together an outfit, Newman decided to simplify the process, take on the “grunt work” of finding fashionable clothing and bring it to women — boutique-style.

Last weekend, Newman brought the concept to an event in Cambridge at Gallery 263.

Women were treated to light hors d’ oeuvres while they scanned a jewelry table and racks of clothes designed by the likes of DKNYC, Michael Kors and Design History.

No sign of muu muus in bold Hawaiian print — everything was on trend for fall, from faux fur vests and sequined minis to the ever-popular peplum dresses.

“It’s not an organization, it’s a

Pop Up Plus founder Cami Newman rearranges racks of curve-friendly clothing at last weekend’s plus-sized fashion event at Gallery 263 in Cambridge. (Tiffany Probasco photos) movement,” said LaShawn Waiters, founder of Boston-based Curve Appeal, which works to encourage and empower curvy women to embrace who they are through fundraisers, community service and fitness education. “We came out to support what Pop Up Plus is doing because it is in alignment with our goals as well.”

The most noticeable aspects of the event were the smiles and sighs of relief as women walked through the door and flipped through the styles. At one point, a woman came out of the dressing room and suddenly all eyes were on her.

“Does it fit?”she asked almost timidly about her outfit.

Everyone took her in and then burst into oohs and aahs, shouting, “Yes girl, you look great!”

This sisterhood of women is

not just embracing their body image — they are celebrating themselves, and that looks good in any light.

To find out more about Pop Up Plus, visit their Facebook page “Pop Up Plus NY.” To learn more about Curve Appeal, call 617.369.1722 or visit their website at www.PinkCitySisterhood.com.

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LEGALS or John MacMillan, project manager, at 617-727-4030 x209.

Minimum rates of wages to be paid on the project have been determined by the Commissioner of the Division of Occupational Safety under the provisions of Sections 26 and 27, Chapter 149 of the General Laws. Wage rates are listed in the contract form portion of specification book.

Each general bid and sub-bid proposal must be secured by an accompanying deposit of 5% of the total bid amount, including all alternates, in the form of a bid bond, in cash, a certified, treasurer's, or cashier's check issued by a responsible bank or trust company made payable to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

The bidding documents may be examined at the Division of Capital Asset Management Bid Room, One Ashburton Place, 16h Floor, Room 1610, Boston, MA 02108 Tel (617) 727-4003. Copies may be obtained by depositing a company check, treasurer's check, cashier's check, bank check or money order in the sum of $150.00 payable to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. No personal checks or cash will be accepted as deposits.

Refunds will be made to those returning the documents in satisfactory condition on or before DECEMBER 20, 2012 (ten business days after the opening of General Bids) otherwise the deposit shall be the property of the Commonwealth.

WE DO NOT MAIL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. Messenger and other type of pick-up and delivery services are the agent of the bidder and the Division of Capital Asset Management assumes no responsibility for delivery or receipt of the documents. Bidders are encouraged to take advantage of a rotating credit plans and specifications deposit program initiated by the Division of Capital Asset Management to encourage the easy accessibility of documents to contractors.

Designer:

Parcel 7 Fit Out – Renovations to 136 Blackstone Street Boston, Massachusetts And the following Sub-Bids: Masonry; Miscellaneous & Ornamental Iron; Waterproofing, Dampproofing & Caulking; Roofing & Flashing; Glass & Glazing; Tile; Acoustical Tile; Resilient Flooring; Painting; Fire Protection; Plumbing; HVAC; Electrical.

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Elkus-Manfredi Architects 300 A Street Boston, MA 02210

Carole Cornelison COMMISSIONER

LEGALS RFS for this project. The project will require development of the conceptual design including modifications due to site constraints and program requirements, while maintaining the project goals. Site evaluation and hiring, as well as coordination of site and engineering consultants, shall be included in the scope of the architectural services.

LEED Architects, with demonstrable experience and commitment to passive solar residential design, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications must be received in our office by November 15, 2012 no later than 2:00 P.M. The Designer Selection meeting will be on December 12, 2012 at 100 Cambridge St, Boston, MA. The site inspection is scheduled for November 6, 2012 at 9:00 A.M. sharp. Ted McCormack, Maintenance Supervisor, will meet you onsite. Greeley Village is located at the end of Tewksbury St in Lexington, MA. Please review the eligibility requirements specified on page 11(eleven) in the RFS. The Lexington Housing Authority promotes Equal Opportunity for all projects.

Requests for RFS applications are available by email sklha@rcn.com, fax 781-861-1938, pick up at our office Monday through Thursday 8:30 A.M. -4:00 P.M. or call 781-861-0900 for snail mail.

Applications should be addressed to: Stephen Keane, Executive Director Lexington Housing Authority One Countryside Village Lexington, MA 02420 Please mark envelope Designer Services RFS New Accessible Units FISH # 155057

Invitation for Bids MEDFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY The Medford Housing Authority, the awarding authority is requesting bids for the Extermination of Bed Bugs Ambient Air Treatment.

Bids are subject to MGL c 30B and 24 CFR 85.36.

E.C.C: $13,627,582.00 This project is scheduled for 300 calendar days to substantial completion and in general includes: This project will fit out the existing shell space located at 136 Blackstone St., Boston. SCOPE: includes fully new mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems. Architectural finishes consisting of painting, flooring, tiling, acoustical tile ceilings and interior glass & glazing will be installed.

Pre-bid information meeting (if any): Friday, November 9, 2012 at 10:00 AM at the site.

Contact: Max Rene, project engineer, at 617-727-4030 x324

Lexington Housing Authority, through the Department of Housing and Community Development, is seeking the services of a qualified designer, within the meaning of M.G.L. Chapter 7, Section 38A ½, to provide professional design and construction administration services.

The project consists of a new 1-story building containing 4 (four) accessible 1(one) bedroom apartments. The architectural fee is $120,000; the construction budget is $840,000.The building will be located on a developed site currently containing 100 elderly apartments owned by the Lexington Housing Authority. A conceptual design employing passive solar design principles has been tentatively reviewed and approved by the town. The conceptual design illustrating the proposed building massing, construction type and plan layouts which shall serve as the basis for the project, are shown in the

Sealed Bids will be received by the Medford Housing Authority by 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 29, 2012, and publicly Opened forthwith.

Bid Documents are available at Medford Housing Authority, 121 Riverside Avenue, Medford, on Thursday, November 8, 2012 up to day before bid is due.

The Medford Housing Authority Reserves the right to reject any/all bids.

For additional Information Please call Michael Pacious, Interim Executive Director At 781 396 7200 x 122.

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Invitation for Bids MEDFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY The Medford Housing Authority, the awarding authority is requesting bids for the Extermination of Bed Bugs Pesticide Treatment.

Bids are subject to MGL c 30B and 24 CFR 85.36.

Sealed Bids will be received by the Medford Housing Authority by 10:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 29, 2012, and publicly Opened forthwith.

Bid Documents are available at Medford Housing Authority, 121 Riverside Avenue, Medford, on Thursday, November 8, 2012 up to day before bid is due.

The Medford Housing Authority Reserves the right to reject any/all bids.

For additional Information Please call Michael Pacious, Interim Executive Director At 781 396 7200 x 122.

INVITATION TO BID The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is seeking bids for the following: BID NO.

DESCRIPTION

DATE

TIME

*WRA-3551

Purchase and Delivery of Two (2) 350kW Towable Generators

11/14/12

10:30 a.m.

*WRA-3553

Provide Labor and Materials for Replacement of Activated Carbon Nut Island Headworks

11/19/12

11:00 a.m.

Sealed bids will be received at the offices of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority, Charlestown Navy Yard, Document Distribution Office, 100 First Avenue, First Floor, Boston, Massachusetts 02129, up to the time and date listed above at which time they will be publicly opened and read. *(indicates) Bid Documents available on the Comm-PASS Website (www. comm-pass.com).

LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS The MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY (Authority) is soliciting consulting services for MPA CONTRACT NO. W212-D1 CAT III AND ASSOCIATED TAXIWAY ALTERNATIVES, ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING, PERMITTING AND ENGINEERING SERVICES, WORCESTER REGIONAL AIRPORT (ORH), WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS. The Authority is seeking qualified multidisciplinary consulting firms/teams, with proven experience to provide professional services including environmental permitting and aviation planning and related design services for the upgrade of Runway 11 from Category I to Category III Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), including all required infrastructure and NAVAIDS. The Consultant must be able to work closely with the Authority, the FAA, environmental regulatory agencies and other interested parties in order to provide such services in a timely and effective manner.

Runway 11-29 is 7,000 feet long and 150 feet wide. At present, Runway 11-29 is equipped with FAA instrumentation referred to as Category I (CAT I) which allows arrivals during poor visibility down to 1,800 feet runway visual range (RVR). Massport has determined that seeking to upgrade ORH’s all-weather capability including needed supporting technical and taxiway infrastructure is a safety and operational priority for the airport. Additionally, access to the Runway 11 end currently requires back-taxiing approximately 3,000 feet on the runway itself. Likewise, this main runway must serve as a taxiway after arrival on Runway 29. New supporting taxiway infrastructure for access to and from Runway 11 is essential for facilitating the installation and operation of a CAT III system. A critical component of this effort is extensive coordination with the FAA given the goal that the FAA will take-over and maintain the ILS/CAT III system once installed and accepted by the FAA. The consultant shall demonstrate experience in several disciplines, including but not limited to, federal and state environmental permitting, aviation planning, FAA regulations, civil, structural and electrical engineering, cost estimating, construction phasing, sustainable design, and community outreach.

The scope of work shall include, but not be limited to data collection, aviation industry analysis, computer modeling and simulations, preliminary design, prepare and file all applicable environmental permit applications including a joint MEPA/NEPA review, and conduct public outreach and meetings. Consultant will be required to prepare and assess alternatives to the proposed project including environmental impact assessments with careful consideration to avoidance, minimization and mitigation strategies.

The contract will be work order based, and Consultant’s fee for each work order shall be negotiated; however, the total fee for the contract shall not exceed $2,500,000. This selection may result in a continuance of services after the preliminary design and permitting process to include final design and construction related professional services; or a separate solicitation may be made for said services, whichever the Authority deems is in its best interest.

Authority’s standard agreement can be found on the Authority’s web page at www.massport.com. The exception to this standard agreement is the insurance requirement of $1,000,000 of commercial general liability. The Consultant shall specify in its cover letter that it has the ability to obtain requisite insurance coverage.

Submissions shall be printed on both sides of the sheet (8 1/2" x 11"), no acetate covers. Ten (10) copies of a bound document and one PDF version on a disc each limited to: 1) an SF 330 including the appropriate number of Part IIs, 2) resumes of key individuals only each limited to one (1) page under SF 330, Section E, 3) no more than ten (10) projects each limited to one (1) page under SF 330, Section F, 4) no more than 3 sheets (6 pages) of information contained under SF 330 Section H addressing the evaluation items (except for the litigation and legal proceedings history), and 5) no more than 2 sheets (4 pages) of other relevant material not including a 2 page (max.) cover letter, SDO certification letters, covers, dividers, and other required information.

Two prior studies were performed by the Authority regarding this ORH issue which the Authority will provide in electronic format, upon request, by contacting Susan Brace at SBrace@Massport.com: 1) Draft Report from The Louis Berger Group, Inc., titled “Worcester Regional Airport Category II/III Feasibility Study”, dated February 2003, 2) Final Report from Stantec Consulting Services Inc., titled “Runway 11 Category III Approach Feasibility Study Update, Worcester Regional Airport”, dated October 10, 2012.

By providing this information, the Authority in no way attests to the accuracy of the information provided therein.

This submission, including the litigation and legal proceedings history in a separate sealed envelope as required shall be addressed to Houssam H. Sleiman, PE, CCM, Director of Capital Programs and Environmental Affairs and received no later than 12:00 Noon on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at the Massachusetts Port Authority, Logan Office Center, One Harborside Drive, Suite 209S, Logan International Airport, East Boston, MA 021282909. Any submission which is not received in a timely manner shall be rejected by the Authority as non-responsive. Any information provided to the Authority in any Proposal or other written or oral communication between the Proposer and the Authority will not be, or deemed to have been, proprietary or confidential, although the Authority will use reasonable efforts not to disclose such information to persons who are not employees or consultants retained by the Authority except as may be required by M.G.L. c.66.

All questions relative to the submission shall only be directed to Luciana Burdi, Deputy Director of Capital Programs and Environmental Affairs at LBurdi@Massport.com.

MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY DAVID S. MACKEY INTERIM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department SUFFOLK Division

The submission shall be evaluated on basis of: (1) project understanding and technical approach to this project.

(2) current level of experience and knowledge of the team for similar projects, particularly the Project Manager, (3) geographic location and availability of the Project Manager and other key personnel to be assigned to the project, (4) experience and expertise of subconsultants, (5) familiarity with environmental regulations and permitting agency coordination (6) experience in applying FAA airport design standards and requirements including siting, installation and maintenance of critical NAVAIDS (7) cost management and scheduling capabilities, (8) DBE and affirmative action efforts, (9) current level of work with the Authority, (10) past performance for the Authority, if any, (11) experience with sustainable design concepts, and (12) community and agency outreach capabilities.

The selection shall involve a two-step process including the shortlisting of a minimum of three firms based on an evaluation of the Statements of Qualifications received in response to this solicitation, followed immediately by a final selection of the consultant by the Authority. The Authority reserves the right to request technical proposals from shortlisted firms and/or interview the firms prior to final selection, if deemed appropriate.

By responding to this solicitation, consultants agree to accept the terms and conditions of Massport’s standard work order agreement, a copy of the

first class mail to last and usual place of residence of the interested party at least fourteen (14) days prior to the date of the hearing listed above.

If the identity or whereabouts of an interested party is not known, IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that copies of this Notice and the Petition for Appointment of a Guardian of a Minor be served on all interested persons at least fourteen (14) days prior to the hearing date by publishing a copy of the Order and Notice once in Bay State Banner, Boston publication to be at least Seven (7) days prior to the hearing date.

If required, service on the United States Veteran Administration and the Department of Children and Families may be accomplished by regular first class mail at least Seven (7) days prior to the hearing.

THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE: An important court proceeding that may affect your rights has been scheduled. If you do not understand this notice or other court papers, please contact an attorney for legal advice.

Date: October 15, 2012

Sandra Giovannucci Register of Probate

Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department SUFFOLK Division

Docket No. SU12P2024EA

Citation on Petition for Formal Adjudication Estate of Mildred Whitley Date of Death: 08/27/2012 To all interested persons: A petition has been filed by Patricia White-Davis of Dorchester, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order of testacy and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. And also requesting that Patricia White-Davis of Dorchester, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond.

You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before 10:00 a.m. on 11/23/2012. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an Affidavit of Objections within thirty (30) days of the return date, action may be taken without further notice to you.

The estate is being administered under formal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but recipients are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration.

WITNESS, HON. Joan P. Armstrong, First Justice of this Court.

Date: October 17, 2012 Sandra Giovannucci Register of Probate

Docket No. SU12C0382CA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department

In the matter of Katia Michel and Kidmayra Angel Michel-Racine, Both of Dorchester, MA NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME To all persons interested in a petition described:

SUFFOLK Division

Docket No. SU12P1965EA

Citation on Petition for Formal Adjudication

A petition has been presented by Katia Michel requesting that Katia Michel, Kidmayra Angel Michel-Racine be allowed to change their name as follows:

Estate of Aggie Mae King Date of Death: 04/30/2012

Tia Kidmayra Angel Michel

To all interested persons:

IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT BOSTON ON OR BEFORE TEN O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON 12/27/2012.

A petition has been filed by Cedric King of Quincy, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order of testacy and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. And also requesting that Cedric King of Quincy, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond.

WITNESS, HON. Joan P. Armstrong, First Justice of this Court.

Date: October 23, 2012 Sandra Giovannucci Register of Probate

Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department SUFFOLK Division

Each submission shall include a Statement of Qualifications that provides detailed information in response to the evaluation criteria set forth below and include Architect/Engineer & Related Services questionnaires SF 330 (www. gsa.gov/portal/forms/download/116486) with the appropriate number of Part IIs. DBE Certification of the prime and subconsultants shall be current at the time of submittal and the Consultant shall provide a copy of the DBE certification letter from the Supplier Diversity Office, formerly known as State Office of Minority and Women Business Assistance (SOMWBA) within its submittal. The Consultant shall also provide an original and nine copies of litigation and legal proceedings information, signed under the pains and penalties of perjury, in a separate sealed envelope entitled “Litigation and Legal Proceedings”. See www.massport.com/ doing-business/Pages/ CapitalProgramsResourceCenter.aspx for more details on litigation and legal proceedings history submittal requirements.

LEGALS

Docket No. SU12P1540GD

In the interests of Nye Queen Cruickshank of Roxbury, MA Minor NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor

1.

2.

NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 08/14/2012 by Letitia E. Cruickshank of Roxbury, MA will be held 01/03/2012 09:00 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing Located at 24 New Chardon Street, 3rd floor, Boston, MA 02114.

Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to:

You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before 10:00 a.m. on 11/15/2012. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an Affidavit of Objections within thirty (30) days of the return date, action may be taken without further notice to you.

The estate is being administered under formal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but recipients are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration.

WITNESS, HON. Joan P. Armstrong, First Justice of this Court.

Date: October 15, 2012 Sandra Giovannucci Register of Probate

Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department SUFFOLK Division

Docket No. SU12P1968EA Estate of Dukeberth Robinson Date of Death 2/4/2012

File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing.

INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE

3.

Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor.

To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Omeza Robinson of Roxbury, MA.

4.

Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests.

Omeza Robinson of Roxbury, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve with surety on the bond.

ORDER TO PETITIONER(S) IT IS ORDERED THAT copies of this Notice and the Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor be served in hand on the minor; (if 14 or more years of age and not the petitioner), the guardian, the parents of the minor, and any other person if ordered by the Court, at least fourteen (14) days prior to the hearing date listed above.

If Service in hand cannot be accomplished on any interested party, IT IS ORDERED that copies of this Notice and the Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor be served on the interested party by leaving at and mailing by regular

The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner.

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LEGALS Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department SUFFOLK Division

Docket No. SU10P2388EA

Citation on Petition for Order of Complete Settlement of Estate Estate of Maximo De Silveira Also known as Maximo Silveira Date of Death: 11/12/2000 To all interested persons: A petition has been filed by Joaquin Silveira of Roxbury, MA requesting that an Order of Complete Settlement of the estate issue including to approve an accounting and other such relief as may be requested in the Petition. For the First and Final Account.

You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before 10:00 a.m. on 12/27/2012. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an Affidavit of Objections within thirty (30) days of the return date, action may be taken without further notice to you.

WITNESS, HON. Joan P. Armstrong, First Justice of this Court.

Date: October 17,2012 Sandra Giovannucci Register of Probate

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Our low income waiting list for five bedroom apartments, (only) is now open. Arcadian Management is now accepting application for our low income waiting list for five bedroom units only. Fields Corner Granites is a project based Section 8 program located in Dorchester.

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Applications for the program and lottery must be completed with all required income, asset, tax and pre-approval documentation and submitted by 2 pm on December 11th, 2012.

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The Maximum Income Limits for Households are as follows: 1 Person – $45,500 5 Person – $70,200 2 Person – $52,000 6 Person – $75,400 3 Person – $58,500 7 Person – $80,600 4 Person – $65,000 8 Person – $85,800 Households cannot have more than $75,000 in assets

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Applications and Information also available at the Duxbury Public Library at 77 Alden Street (hours M 2-8, Tu-Th 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-5) and the Town Planning Department in Town Hall.

An Info Session will be held on Nov 7th, 2012 at 7 pm at Duxbury Town Hall (878 Tremont St).

The Lottery for eligible households will be held on Dec 19th at 7 pm.

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Manage all Office Services activities and staff to ensure the efficient operation of services, including mail distribution, facsimile transmission, copy services, switchboard operation, distribution of supplies, and services regarding leased vehicles and parking for ABCD programs. Initiate and renew purchase orders for all office supplies.

Research and evaluate vendor office equipment proposals and provide advice/recommendations regarding lease/purchase decisions.

Negotiate and maintain records of all purchase orders, lease agreements, and maintenance contracts for copiers. Oversee leased vehicles services, including the research, analysis, and contract negotiation of vehicle model options. Monitor and approve leased vehicle invoices and report accidents. Ensure parking spaces for ABCD leased vehicles. Monitor Office Services budget, and establish and maintain pricing structure to reasonably cover department goods and services. Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum of a high school diploma/GED with three to five years of management/supervisory experience with office systems and procedures required. College degree in Management/Administration preferred. Working knowledge of various office equipment required. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Previous telecommunications experience helpful. Bilingual skills in Spanish preferred. Must be able to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds.

All applications and inquiries should be directed to the Human Resources Department, 178 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02111, Fax: (617) 423-7693, or email hr@bostonabcd.org Please visit our website at www.bostonabcd.org for additional employment listings.

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Candidate will evaluate and resolve technical issues reported by customers related to Software solutions used by our customer base. Provide technical support to the Professional Services team during the implementation phase of software products. Coordinate development-level testing of entire applications. Verify, track and fix “bugs”. Propose and implement design changes. Identify, verify and resolve technical anomalies as well as problems of the medium complexity and provides global design and coding changes. Design and at times author menus and User Interface screens to ensure ease-of-use and consistency. Discuss technical and design issues with users and customers, and anticipate time needed to complete projects. Coordinate work with other groups within R&D to ensure product integrity and technical depth. Work effectively with multiple operating systems, anticipate operating system advantages, and identify consistency problems in multiple hardware environments.

May travel to customer sites for evaluation, identification and resolution of customer issues. Serve as the customer’s advocate within the company. Plan, implement and adjust scheduling strategies based on Technical needs. Propose and develop prototype systems as needed. Test software fixes and determine if software circumventions are available when fixes are not feasible. Keep abreast of third-party products used with the Software solutions and contacts vendors to report problems and obtain information.

Requires a BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field plus 5 years experience in position or as Software Engineer, Technical Lead/Specialist, Programmer Analyst, or Consultant. A MS degree plus 3 years experience may also be accepted. Must have demonstrated experience with SAS system; multiple operating systems; OOAD; Web and Client Server application development tools/technologies; application design patterns; frameworks and object modeling; programming principles and user-interface design; system administration, security and production support principles; and Weblogic and/or Websphere applications servers. 20-30% travel to customer sites.

To apply, go to www.sas.com/jobs and submit your resume to Job Number 12002835. EOE/AA Employer.

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Unified Planning Work Program Manager – Transportation Planner The Central Transportation Planning Staff of the Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization seeks an individual to manage the MPO’s Unified Planning Work Program and support other metropolitan transportation planning work.

A master’s degree in planning and excellent communication skills and technical-analysis capabilities are required.

Experience in the 3C process is preferred.

More information is posted at www.bostonmpo.org.

Salary commensurate with qualifications; substantial benefits EOE/AA. Resume and cover letter to Director of Policy and Planning at: CTPS, State Transportation Building, 10 Park Plaza, Suite 2150, Boston, MA 02116; or (617) 973-8855 (fax); or recruitment@ctps.org.