North Quincy High transformed for Lunar New Year Festival
North Quincy High School transformed into a cultural hub this past weekend in celebration of the lunar New Year. In its 24th incarnation, the Lunar New Year festival attracted almost 10,000 visitors, organizers said.
Inalienable Rights – The Tide is Turning
In the context of years of paralysis in Congress, states have taken addressing our dysfunctional immigration system into their own hands. There has been a rising tide of “attrition through enforcement” legislation, most notably enacted in Arizona and Alabama. This “self-deportation” strategy aims to make life so hard for unauthorized immigrants that they have no other options but to flee. In Alabama, local police are allowed to detain individuals suspected of being undocumented. Parts of the law, later repealed, even rendered going to school and attending church risky decisions and assisting undocumented immigrants potentially illegal.
AACA, Kwong Kow Chinese School Awarded Grants
Both the Asian American Civic Association and the Kwong Kow Chinese School were awarded grants by the city of Boston’s Partners with Non-Profits program to help with building maintenance and improvement work.
“Get Real!” with Mildred Wong
MYTH: Always insist that your agent show you NO FEE apartments only. That way you won’t get stuck with paying a broker fee.
FACT: It is important to view ALL available apartments that fit your needs. EVERY apartment rented through a real estate broker agency comes with a fee equal to one month’s rent.
Kam Man Supermarket Opens at South Bay
Kam Man Supermarket opened its new store located at South Bay Center in Dorchester on February 11. The Mayor of Boston – Thomas M. Menino, the mayor of Quincy – Thomas P. Koch, and the mayor of Malden – Gary Christenson were all present at the opening ceremony. Local customers crowded in front of the new store on the first day of its grand opening.
A Food Aficionado – Sweet Cheeks
Boston is home to a few token BBQ places and the newest entry that joined last November has taken the city by storm. Helmed by Season One finalist of the popular Bravo TV Reality show “Top Chef” Tiffani Faison, barbecue fans are in for a treat. After the South End Italian restaurant Rocca closed its doors, Tiffani decided our fair city needed a new place that served Texas style BBQ. After some serious road tripping throughout Texas trying out the different barbecue, they came back and to our great fortune, Sweet Cheeks (1381 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215 (617) 266-1300) was born.
Living with Diabetes
Even though the diagnosis of diabetes can be stressful and unnerving, millions of people around the world continue to live prosperous, happy and healthy lives with the condition. But it is also important to understand that, even though you may not feel unwell or any different than you did before, it is vital to take the condition seriously and take the appropriate precautions to control and manage diabetes.
Remember, diabetes does not mean you cannot do the things you have always wanted to do! Perhaps you wanted to go on a cruise? Maybe you wanted to climb the Great Wall of China? All your dreams and aspirations don’t have to come to a halt because of diabetes.
Developments in Chinatown Should Create Jobs for the Chinese Community
Located in the heart of the city, Chinatown and its surrounding areas are in the middle of a development boom despite the country still being in an economic recession. Currently, Kensington Place, a 390 unit 29 story building, is being built on Washington Street along with a smaller 75 unit elderly assisted living facility being developed called Hong Lok House. There is over 1,000,000 square feet of construction approved by the Boston Redevelopment Authority for the Chinatown/South End neighborhood with a lot more on its way. A new zoning plan for the Harrison Albany corridor has been issued and the development of a “Southern Gateway” into Boston south of Kneeland Street has also been proposed.
Sampan Spotlight: Interview with Allan Tow
Suffolk University professor Allan Tow possesses a pedigree most would be proud of. He spent his early working years on theislandof St. Thomas, has taught at Harvard Law School (where Alan Khazei was a student of his), and more recently, won the Suffolk University 2012 Creating the Dream Award – which recognizes the outstanding efforts of an individual, organization or department with the University in creating an inclusive, respectful and safe climate for members of the AHANA (African American, Hispanic, Asian American, and Native American) community.
Most Common Scams in Mortgage Loans
It is important to be alert to avoid being victims of fraud or alterations in your mortgages. People who have been affected by the foreclosure crisis are the most vulnerable to being victims of this scam. For this reason Mass Housing, offers information on fraud and most common alterations in mortgage loans:
Thousands flock to Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations
An electric atmosphere engulfed Chinatown on January 29 as thousands of spectators filled the streets to watch the Chinese community put on martial arts, lion dance, and dragon dance performances in celebration of the Chinese New Year.
Josiah Quincy Elementary School Year of the Dragon Celebrations
On January 27, in an elaborately decorated gym, Josiah Quincy Elementary School students performed skits, dances, and songs in celebration of Chinese New Year and the Year of the Dragon for teachers, parents and local government officials.
Kwong Kow Chinese School Chinese New Year Celebrations
On January 28, Kwong Kow Chinese School held its Chinese New Year celebrations with performances from the school’s students. Performances included dancing, singing, poem reciting, and instrument demonstrations.
AACA holds Chinese New Year dinner for Fundraisers and Employer Partners
The Asian American Civic Association (AACA) held a dinner ceremony for the organization’s funders and employer partners in celebration of Chinese New Year on January 26, at Empire Garden Restaurant in Chinatown.
East West Bank New Year Celebrations
On a festivity-filled Sunday afternoon in Chinatown on January 29, East West Bank offered custom traditional Chinese souvenirs for attendees who entered the bank.
MBTA Fare Hikes – How will you be affected?
As the main means of transportation for much of the community, the Massachusetts Bay Transport Authority’s (MBTA) proposal to increase fare prices and cut many services spell trouble for many whom depend on public transportation to get around.
Tufts Medical Center Chinese New Year Celebrations
Tufts Medical Center held its Chinese New Year celebrations on January 31, by holding a lion dance performance, as well as inviting students from the neighboring Josiah Quincy Elementary School to perform dances and instrumental music.
“Get Real!” with Mildred Wong
MYTH: There is plenty of time to secure an apartment. September 1st is still seven months away.
FACT: Boston’s rental market remains one of the tightest and priciest in the country. In 2011, the vacancy rate was 4.4% at the end of June, and even lower in neighborhoods that are desirable to young professionals and students. Landlords quickly reached 100% occupancy due to fewer turnovers than in previous years. As a result, they raised rent prices because supply was low and demand was still strong. And most landlords left the cost of the broker fee to the tenant.
The Immigration Debate: Legality or Justice?
Today’s misguided immigration debate centers on the question of legality.
Many argue that immigrants with legal status should have rights to government benefits and services, but the undocumented should not, because they are illegal. If our government already doesn’t have the money to adequately provide for our own citizens, the argument goes, how can we extend services to those who came here illegally? Immigration is out of control and can be solved with more border patrols and ID checks.
Financial Steps For Recent Widows
Losing a spouse can be one of the worst things that can happen in someone’s life. Along with the grief, and reality of a different way of life, the issue of losing a spouse also raises financial issues, which can add to the already overwhelming traumatic experience. More often than not, it is a woman who is taking them on.
Chinese Historical Society of New England hosts Historian Mae Ngai
Award-winning author and historian, Mae Ngai, spoke at the Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center about her latest publication, The Lucky Ones, to a packed room on January 28.
TINY URBAN KITCHEN
Jennifer Che’s rise to blogging stardom came not out of filling the internet with copious amounts of spam, but a combination of gorgeous photography, tasty recipes, a healthy dose of life, and dashes of a love story. Che’s award-winning blog, Tiny Urban Kitchen, takes its readers on a culinary adventure from the family-owned pizza joint to Michelin-star restaurants in food hubs such as Japan.
