CITY OF BOSTON ANNOUNCES RIDE & CHILL EVENT AT FRANKLIN PARK ON OCTOBER 11

CITY OF BOSTON ANNOUNCES RIDE & CHILL EVENT AT FRANKLIN PARK ON OCTOBER 11



Free, family-friendly event invites residents to explore Franklin Park through group bike rides, music, food, fitness activities and other community programming 

BOSTON - Monday, September 21, 2026 - Mayor Michelle Wu today announced Ride & Chill, a free, family-friendly day of biking and activities throughout Franklin Park. On Sunday, October 11, residents and visitors are invited to take part in a range of activities for riders of all ages and experience levels, including a 9-mile bike ride throughout Franklin Park and surrounding neighborhoods, a 2.5-mile family-friendly ride, a half-mile loop for beginners and balance-bikers, and a festival at the Shattuck picnic area. 

 

“Our goal is for every Boston family to be connected to health, wellness, and community,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “Ride and Chill will bring people together for a day of biking, fitness, music and community, with programming for residents of all ages. We thank Wayfair, the Conine Family Foundation and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts for partnering with us to create more opportunities for residents to get active, gather and make new memories.”

During Ride & Chill, all participants will have access to free, safe, and family-friendly opportunities to learn and practice biking skills. A complimentary bike borrowing station will open at 8:00 a.m. on the day of the event with a limited number of standard bicycles available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees who would like to borrow a bike are encouraged to select a registration ticket that includes a bike rental. 

"The Ride and Chill event at Franklin Park will include free, safe, family-friendly rides for all levels," said Chris Osgood, Interim Chief of Streets. "We wanted to make sure everyone could enjoy a beautiful ride through the park, regardless of whether they have many years of experience or if they're a beginner just getting started."

“Franklin Park is one of Boston’s most treasured gathering spaces. We’re continuing to invest in improvements to make it more welcoming and enjoyable for park lovers. Ride & Chill is a great way to experience the park on two wheels, with safe, guided group rides for all levels,” said Diana Fernandez Bibeau, Commissioner of the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and Deputy Chief of Open Space. ”We’re excited to bring our community together to experience the park in a new way, get moving, and enjoy the improvements we’re making with a festival at the new Shattuck Picnic Area. We are grateful for our partners who help make community events like these possible, proving that investing in parks is investing in the people who live in our city.”

“Ride & Chill is a great way for the community to experience what Franklin Park has to offer Boston residents and our visitors while promoting health and wellness,” said Luis Perez Demorizi, Executive Director of Franklin Park.“While community members are riding through the park, they will see the ecological and recreational potential of the park's Scarborough Pond. We look forward to welcoming Franklin Park users from near and far on October 11.”

Ride & Chill will also feature a festival at the Shattuck Picnic Area with free bike programming, dance and fitness classes, a bike repair clinic, a local DJ, live music, and local food vendors. Bluebikes credits will be available to encourage broader access to biking, supported by title sponsor Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. Kids and families will also have the opportunity to create art for a limited-edition community Bluebikes wrap launching in 2027 at the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts booth. This event is sponsored by Wayfair and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. Residents are encouraged to sign up for the event at this link. 

"Being founded and headquartered in Boston, Wayfair is proud to give back to the community we call home through initiatives like this that bring families and neighbors together,” said Steve Conine, co-founder and co-chairman of Wayfair. “We’re excited to support the local biking community and help create opportunities for more people to experience the joy of riding throughout Boston neighborhoods.”

“Franklin Park is especially beautiful this time of year, and Ride & Chill turns this beautiful open space into an enjoyable opportunity for families to get outside and get moving,” said Sarah Iselin, president and chief executive officer of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. “Physical and mental health go hand in hand, and being active is one of the best things for our overall wellbeing. We’re thrilled to support such a wonderful weekend.”

Ride and Chill builds on the Franklin Park Action Plan, which aims to create a more welcoming and connected park experience by better integrating Circuit Drive into the Park, strengthening partnerships with local and regional organizations and expanding and diversifying programming and events. 

“It’s so important to see the City and the Mayor’s Office encouraging families to embrace biking in Franklin Park and the surrounding neighborhoods. Through our HUBLUV initiative, we want to help make the city we love a place we love to ride in—and make biking a joyful part of everyday life for people of all ages across Boston,” said Alexi Conine, President, Conine Family Foundation.

“Events like 'Ride & Chill' bring incredible, family-friendly energy to Franklin Park and our surrounding neighborhoods, said Rickie Thompson, President of the Franklin Park Coalition. "Opening Circuit Drive entirely to parkgoers offers a unique opportunity to safely connect, play, and enjoy our shared green space. This vibrant programming fosters deeper community investment and actively supports the long-term vision of the Franklin Park Action Plan.”

By connecting residents with community resources and hands-on support, the event will help riders of all ages and experience levels feel more comfortable and confident on two wheels. More details including the full event schedule can be found in the at boston.gov/calendar/ride-and-chill-franklin-park.

第131屆波士頓馬拉松賽有 33,656人符合資格 來自129國及美國 50 州

2027 Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America Registration Update

33,656 qualifier applications received for 2027 Boston Marathon

 

BOSTON – The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) today announced a total of 33,656 qualifier entry applications were received during registration week for the 131^st Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America. Between September 14-18, athletes from 129 countries and all 50 U.S. states applied to participate in the April 19, 2027 event. 

 

“All around the world, athletes have circled Patriots’ Day and the 131^st Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America on their running calendars, hoping to participate in the world’s oldest annual marathon,” said Jack Fleming, President and CEO of the B.A.A. “We’re excited to welcome future Boston Marathoners into the race soon.” 

 

Due to field size limitations, not all qualifiers will be accepted into the 131^st Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America. Over the coming weeks, the Boston Athletic Association will verify all qualifier submissions, and subsequently athletes will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance via e-mail by early October. The 33,656 qualifier entry applications received is an increase compared to the 33,267 qualifier applicants for the April 2026 event.

 

The B.A.A. will not predict the "cut-off" time needed to gain acceptance into the 131^st Boston Marathon and asks for athletes’ cooperation and patience during this verification process. New for 2027, a Boston Qualifier Selection will give athletes who don’t meet the “cut-off” time needed a chance to participate. 

 

Athletes are asked not to contact the B.A.A. to check on the status of their entry unless requested to do so by a member of our Athlete Services team. When available, information will be posted to www.baa.org and across the Boston Marathon’s social media channels.

 

Since 1970, the Boston Marathon has featured qualifying standards as a means of entry. A historical breakdown of qualifying times can be found here.

 

The qualifying window for the 132^nd Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America, to be held April 17, 2028, opened on September 19, 2026, and will run through the end of registration week in September 2027. Exact registration dates and entry procedures for the 2028 Boston Marathon will be announced following the 2027 Boston Marathon. 2028 Boston Marathon Qualifying Standards can be found here, and are the same as those used for 2027 Boston Marathon registration. Downhill time indexes for courses with net-elevation drop of 1,500 feet (457.2 meters) or more are subject to change ahead of the 2028 registration period.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

When will official notices of acceptances and non-acceptances be emailed?

Notices of acceptance or non-acceptance will be issued by early October. 

 

When will credit cards be charged? My credit card has been charged/it appears entry fees have been withdrawn from my bank. What does this mean?

Credit cards will be charged only if accepted into the event. Upon submission of an athlete’s application, their credit card has been authorized for payment. If an application is accepted, only then will the credit card be charged the non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-deferrable entry fee. Athletes may notice a preauthorization draft on a credit card statement. The actual charge will not appear on the credit card until their entry has been verified and accepted. Only athletes who are accepted into the Boston Marathon will be charged the entry fee.

 

Will 131^st Boston Marathon registration re-open to qualifiers?

Registration for the 131^st Boston Marathon was open from September 14-18 for all qualified athletes and will not re-open.

 

When does registration for the 132^nd Boston Marathon open?

The 132^nd Boston Marathon qualifying window began on September 19, 2026. Registration dates will be announced following the conclusion of the 131^st race.

華埠主街第13屆燈籠節遊人多 44項節目網羅在地社團表演

洪青體育會和華埠主街理事合影。（周菊子攝）

(Boston Orange周菊子波士頓報導)華埠主街 （Chinatown Main Street）9月12日在華埠牌樓公園舉行第13屆燈籠節，慶祝中秋，從早上10點半到下午5點20分，ㄧ口氣安排了44項表演，讓過往行人隨時都有節目可看。

當天一大早，華埠主街董事何遠光，Raymond Ng，和董事長黃光野，行政主任何陳素貞就趕到現場，佈置場地，搭出帳篷，擺出座椅。

華埠主街理事何遠光。（周菊子攝）

開場由洪青體育會的舞獅擔綱。洪青十分傳統的，高舉旗幟，敲鑼打鼓，從必珠街會址浩浩蕩蕩的來到泰勒街的波士頓紅門致公堂門口後，瑞獅們向主席朱耀鍾及洪門拜上幾拜，才轉往燈籠節會場開始表演。

洪門前主席譚偉強，洪青帶隊者游成康，這天也在現場打點獅隊的表演。

華埠主街理事Raymond Ng和何遠光，黃光野調節音響。（周菊子攝）

主街理事何遠光頂的大太陽，歡迎已入座的民眾，直言該機構舉辦這活動，純為豐富居民生活，帶旺華埠氣氛。

華埠主街體貼的把當天已排定的表演節目單，掛在帳篷柱上，供民眾查看。

舞獅之後，由木蘭寨的賴金鳳和木蘭演唱粵曲「花田錯會」，萬紫千紅舞蹈對跳傘舞「夢裡水鄉」，42式太極劍。

洪青體育會瑞獅一躍沖天。（周菊子攝）

華埠主街為豐富表演內容，這天幾乎網羅了大波士頓內的所有表演團體，讓他們一一呈現在大眾眼前。

洪青體育會瑞獅跳桌板。（周菊子攝）

這些表演團體包括昆士跆拳道，摩頓老人中心口琴班，劍橋青年會太極班，彩虹太極隊，華美文化中心醒獅隊，金聲樂韻社，甜蜜蜜的歌舞隊，波士頓揚琴股樂團，褚玲舞蹈學院，康樂舞蹈隊，包氏柔力球舞蹈隊，華林太極功夫，茉莉花舞蹈團，陳耀祥功夫學院，竹昇樂隊，少林洪家醒獅隊，廣州聯誼會歌舞團，楓葉民族舞蹈團，紅牡丹健身舞蹈團，華夏歌舞團，台山鄉親聯誼會，波士頓弦樂學院，風采炫舞隊，向陽歌舞團，三益蝶戀花歌舞團，百花盛開舞蹈團，玄和武社，北美灣舞團，胡清白鶴派。

何遠光表示，當天麻州參議員Nick Collins和波士頓市議員愛德華費連，曾經到場和民眾打招呼，為節日送上祝福。

大中小3頭瑞獅。(周菊子攝）

洪青瑞獅。（周菊子攝）

木蘭寨的木蘭和爛賴金鳳ㄡ（周菊子攝）

萬紫千紅隊。（周菊子攝）

萬紫千紅隊。（周菊子攝）

演出者在上場前先熱身。（周菊子攝）

黃光沐和黃偉健也來看表演。（周菊子攝）

乞臣街上的攤位。（周菊子攝）

街道上的攤位。（周菊子攝）

法輪功也來擺攤位。（周菊子攝）

街道上的攤位。（周菊子攝）

表演節目單。

華埠主街燈籠節有不少老外觀眾。（周菊子攝）

現場觀眾多。（周菊子攝）

全美亞裔婦女會麻州分會慶20週年 昆士市長柯奇應邀頒獎

昆士市長Tom Koch為全美亞裔婦女會志工頒獎。 （周菊子攝）

  （Boston Orange 周菊子昆士市報導）全美亞裔婦女會（NAWA）13日在麻州昆士市金源大酒樓，席開12桌，慶祝「廿載恩典，璀璨同行」，邀得昆士市長柯奇（Tom Koch）和波士頓市議員愛德華費連（Ed Flynn）為20餘名志工頒發表揚狀。

左起，波士頓市議員Ed Flynn，昆士市長Tom Koch和波士頓經文處
黃耀良組長，波士頓僑教中心康雅雄主任一起和黎雯（中）切蛋糕。（周菊子攝）

特地從祥雲布裝量身定制，穿著一套底襯金紋，十分貴氣禮服的黎雯在開場朗讀了一封她自己撰寫的公開信，說她回首一路走來，心中滿是感恩，有幸參與昆士醫院亞裔事務服務部，擔任主管，為亞裔社區提供醫療服務與社區關懷。這些年來，她感到服務不只是一份工作，更是一份責任，一份使命，是人與人之間的溫暖橋樑。

昆士市長Tom Koch稱許服務精神。（周菊子攝）

黎雯說明，是由於社會服務的不斷拓展，她有幸成為全美亞裔婦女會紐約總會一員。然後在眾多人士共同努力之下，全美亞裔婦女會麻州分會才於2006年正式成立。

黃耀良組長代表波士頓經文處送上賀狀。（周菊子攝）

廿年來，該會秉持團結共榮的奉獻精神，陪伴社區，一步一腳印的成長，也見到一代又一代亞裔婦女的家庭幸福進步。她很欣慰看到「全美亞裔婦女會」有了第二代的「全美亞裔精英領袖聯盟」，第三代的「全美中華國粹菁英領袖聯盟」，讓服務力量持續延伸，讓文化與精神得以代代相傳。

黎雯表示，她個人32年來的社區服務，收穫的不只是經驗，更是一份真摯情誼與無數珍貴的回憶。一路走來，因為有大家的信任，支持與陪伴，她才能夠懷抱開心，堅定前行，她也因此要在這廿週年之際，向所有曾經付出心力的夥伴，志工及社區人士致上謝意。

Koch市長（左二）頒發獎狀給郭雅志（右二）。中為劉紅。（周菊子攝）

在晚會中，黎雯特地請昆士市長柯奇，為志工們頒發感謝狀，請

波士頓市議員愛德華費連（Ed Flynn），以及波士頓經文處組長黃耀良，波士頓僑教中心主任康雅雄上台一起舉香檳，切蛋糕的同慶盛典。

志工們領獎後合影。（周菊子攝）

這晚，黎雯安排了許多表演節目，包括特地從紐約請來曾獲2013年首屆超新星全美華人新秀歌唱大賽冠軍的李宣欣來和潘悅、以及麥澤衡擔任司儀，有嗩吶大師之譽的郭雅志和二胡演奏家何濤演奏「月光愛人」，「歡歌跳月幸福來」，舞之緣舞蹈團表演拉丁舞，獲得2026年鉑金舞蹈大賽獨舞全美總冠軍的趙漢黎表演舞蹈「見自己」，獲得2026年Imagine舞蹈大賽獨舞，波士頓賽區第一名的劉子萱表演舞蹈「醉花溪」。

郭雅志（左）和何濤（右）攜手聯奏。（周菊子攝）

李宣欣演唱了「光輝歲月」，「偏偏喜歡你」等多首歌曲，黎雯自己也獻唱了「夜來香」、「昨夜星辰」等多首歌曲。

這晚有不少社區嘉賓出席，包括曾任紐英崙中華公所主席對阮鴻燦燦，紐英崙潮州同鄉會副會長楊光霖，哈佛友誼賓館東主劉紅，新星舞蹈藝術學校校長林勁，安泰殯儀館主任譚秀婷，昆士亞協服務中心（QARI）董事鄒毅，曾任中華書法會會長的池元山，曾任舢舨主編的朱偉憶等人。

劉子萱、趙漢黎都是年輕一代的優秀舞者。（周菊子攝）

司儀李萱欣，潘悅和麥澤衡主持節目。（周菊子攝）

黎雯招呼黃耀良組長，康雅雄主任到場。（周菊子攝）

黎雯和婦女們。（周菊子攝）

黎雯和婦女們。（周菊子攝）

紐英崙潮州同鄉會副會長楊光霖和母親劉煌雲應邀出席。（周菊子攝）

昆士市長Tom Koch和鄒毅已相識多年。（周菊子攝）

右起，黎雯，昆士市長Tom Koch，朱偉憶。（周菊子攝）

新節奏樂隊創辦人陳秀華和曹勇也來捧場。（周菊子攝）

嘉賓合影。（周菊子攝）

譚秀婷（右二）向昆士市長 Tom Koch介紹 2 名餐館東主。（周菊子攝）

麻州出現第八宗人類感染西尼羅病毒案

         (Boston Orange編譯)麻州公共衛生廳（Department of Public Health, DPH） 9 月 18 日宣佈，麻州出現今年第 8 起人類確診西尼羅病毒（West Nile virus, WNV）案例，一名密德薩克斯郡（Middlesex County）30 多歲女性證實感染。

        麻州公衛廳指出，這 8 起病例，有高達 7 例集中於密德薩克斯郡與薩福克郡（Suffolk County）。目前共有 11 個地區被列為高風險區，包括波士頓（Boston）、布魯克萊恩（Brookline）、劍橋（Cambridge）、雀喜（Chelsea）、埃弗里特（Everett）、摩頓（Malden）、牛頓（Newton）、里維爾（Revere）、尚莫維爾（Somerville）、水城（Watertown）及溫斯羅普（Winthrop），麻州其餘多數地區則處於中度風險。

        自 6 月 16 日首度檢出帶毒蚊子以來，麻州全部 13 個郡累計已有 327 個蚊子樣本對 WNV 呈陽性反應，所幸目前尚無動物感染報告。此外，當地蚊群中亦驗出 21 個東部馬腦炎（Eastern equine encephalitis, EEE）陽性樣本，但尚未出現人類或動物病例。

        麻州當局提醒民眾，黃昏至黎明為蚊子叮咬高峰期，戶外活動應使用含 DEET 或派卡瑞丁（Picaridin）等成分的防蚊液，並穿著長袖衣物。居家環境應定期清空花盆、鳥浴室等積水容器以阻斷幼蟲滋生，並修復門窗紗網。飼主則應定期清洗水槽、避免讓馬匹夜間滯留室外，並諮詢獸醫施打疫苗。

State Health Officials Announce Season’s Eighth Human Case of West Nile Virus in Massachusetts

 

WNV risk levels remain moderate in most of the state

 

BOSTON (September 18, 2026) – The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced the eighth human case of West Nile virus (WNV) this year. A woman in her 30s was exposed to WNV in an area of Middlesex County where other exposures have occurred this season.

 

Seven of the eight cases have been exposed in areas of Middlesex and Suffolk counties that are at high risk for WNV. Risk levels for WNV are currently high in Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Newton, Revere, Somerville, Watertown, and Winthrop. Most of the rest of the state is at moderate risk.

 

DPH announced the state’s first WNV-positive mosquitoes this year on June 16. Since then, a total of 327 mosquito samples has tested positive for WNV so far this season from Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol, Dukes, Essex, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth, Suffolk, and Worcester counties. There have been no animal cases of WNV reported this year.

 

Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) continues to be detected in mosquitoes in Massachusetts this year. There have been 21 EEE-positive mosquito samples and no human or animal cases so far this year.

 

Surveillance information, including case updates, is updated daily and posted online at the Massachusetts Arbovirus Update web page. DPH encourages everyone to use this online resource regularly to stay informed on risk levels in their community and around the state.

 

People have an important role to play in protecting themselves and their loved ones from illnesses caused by mosquitoes.

 

Avoid Mosquito Bites

Apply Insect Repellent when Outdoors. Use a repellent with an EPA-registered ingredient, such as DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide), permethrin, picaridin (KBR 3023), or oil of lemon eucalyptus (p-menthane-3,8-diol (PMD) or IR3535) according to the instructions on the product label. DEET products should not be used on infants under two months of age and should be used in concentrations of 30 percent or less on older children. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age.

 

Be Aware of Peak Mosquito Hours. The hours from dusk to dawn are peak biting times for many mosquitoes. Consider rescheduling outdoor activities that occur during evening or early morning in areas of high risk.

 

Clothing Can Help Reduce Mosquito Bites. Wearing long sleeves, long pants and socks when outdoors will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.

 

Mosquito-Proof Your Home

Drain Standing Water. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Limit the number of places around your home for mosquitoes to breed by draining or discarding items that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains. Empty unused flowerpots and wading pools and change the water in birdbaths frequently.

 

Install or Repair Screens. Keep mosquitoes outside by having tightly fitting screens on all windows and doors.

 

Protect Your Animals

Animal owners should reduce potential mosquito breeding sites on their property by eliminating standing water from containers such as buckets, tires, and wading pools – especially after heavy rains. Water troughs provide excellent mosquito breeding habitats and should be flushed out at least once a week to reduce mosquitoes near paddock areas. Horse owners should keep horses in indoor stalls at night to reduce their risk of exposure to mosquitoes. Owners should also speak with their veterinarian about mosquito repellents approved for use in animals and vaccinations to prevent West Nile virus (WNV) and EEE. If an animal is suspected of having WNV or EEE, owners are required to report to the Department of Agricultural Resources, Division of Animal Health by calling 617-626-1795, and to the Department of Public Health by calling 617-983-6800.

 

More information, including all WNV and EEE positive results, is available on the Arbovirus Surveillance Information web page, which is updated daily, or by calling the DPH Division of Epidemiology at 617-983-6800.

中華耆英會慶54週年 頒獎表揚黃伯勳，華人醫務中心

中華耆英會慶54週年，董事們敬酒。右起，吳皓醫師，法官黃瑞瑜，銀行業高管
阮愛玲，耆英會行政主任梅伍銀寬，耆英會董事長陳建立，董事司徒沃生，
梅氏公所主席梅治瑜，以及關美玲。（周菊子攝）

         (Boston Orange周菊子波士頓報導) 波士頓中華耆英會9月16日在帝苑大酒樓，慶祝54週年，頒傑出教育領袖獎表揚資深教育家黃伯勳，頒傑出社區健康服務獎表揚華人醫務中心。創始會長梅五銀寬期許該會繼續為耆英提供基本服務。

嘉賓和瑞獅合影。（周菊子攝）

        當晚到會政要有麻州參議員Nick Collins，波士頓市議員Ed Flynn，Erin Ｍurphy，波士頓耆英局（Age Stron Commission）局長Emily Shea，波士頓經文處組長黃耀良，波士頓僑教中心主任康雅雄等人。

        波士頓市長吳弭本人未克親自出席，派了華埠聯絡員林天琪送上一份表揚狀。

麻州參議員Nick Collins(左二)和中華耆英會董事長陳建立（左一），行政主任
梅伍銀寬（中）一起頒發傑出教育領袖獎給黃伯勳（右二）。旁為提名人，
昆士高中校長張可仁。（周菊子攝）

        中華耆英會董事長陳建立指出，獲有榮譽博士學位的該會行政主任梅伍銀寬，從該會創立服務迄今，對該會的擴大發展，有著功不可沒貢獻。梅伍銀寬則強調，過去這許多年來，是所有職員及志工抱著熱忱，付出心力，才讓接受該會服務老人們的最基本需求，都得到滿足。她虔誠希望這些服務能繼續下去，照顧有需要的所有老人。

紐英崙中華公所主席雷國輝則盛讚中華耆英會的影響力，早已無遠弗屆的超越了波士頓華埠。

麻州參議員Nick Collins(左起)送表揚狀，中華耆英會行政主任梅伍銀寬，
董事長陳建立聯袂領取，（周菊子攝）

獲頒傑出教育領袖獎的黃伯勳在波士頓深耕教育40多年，退休前曾任波士頓市公校副總監，曾任昆士小學校長，其後創辦昆士中學，並任校長，率先引進國際文憑課程（International Baccalaureate），提出「一條龍教育 （One Dragon Education）」理念，使得昆士小學及中學，成為波士頓公校系統，以及新格蘭地區首家獲得從幼稚園到12年及，完整國際文憑（IB）課程的公立學校。

波士頓市議員Ed Flynn （右一），Erin Murphy （左ㄧ起）和耆英局局長Emily Shea，
頒發表揚狀給中華耆英會董事長陳建立，行政主任梅伍銀寬。（周菊子攝）

黃伯勳當年的學生，司徒玉英現已接任昆士小學校長多年。身為台灣外交官子弟，從哈佛大學法學院畢業後當過律師的昆士中學現任校長張可仁，這晚透露，當年如果不是黃伯勳鼓勵，他也不會棄法從教，追尋本新的走上當老師這條路。

中華耆英會董事長陳建立（右）和行政主任梅伍銀寬（左），
頒發傑出健康服務講給華人醫務中心，由執行長Eric Tiberi代表領取。（周菊子攝

這天晚上在會場中的許多人，早年都是黃伯勳麾下的老師，包括紐英崙華人歷史協會的共同創辦人王柳娥及其妹，上海印務王英健的妻子，北美華人九人排球賽推手黃述沾的妻子黃李金蘭，Terry Kwan教育從業者，在黃伯勳的邀請下，都上台亮相，藉以彰顯教育的重要性。

就連這晚代表華人醫務中心領取傑出社區健康服務獎的該中心現任董事長暨執行長Eric Tiberi都說，他早在36年就認識黃伯勳了。那時華人醫務中心就設在昆士小學旁，兩機構共用一棟大樓。

麻州參議員Nick Collins班表揚狀。（周菊子攝）

這晚的週年聯歡晚宴，流程很傳統，以胡青白鶴派舞獅拉開序幕，頒獎之後，有嘉賓獻唱，包括$1000及$500各1，＄100的2名，以及$50元的6名等現金獎抽獎，梅國治攝影作品等的無聲拍賣。最特別的則是邀請該會董事，最近獲麻州州長指派為波士頓地方法院法官的黃瑞瑜，在華人醫務中心董事長暨執行長Eric Tiberi代表該中心領獎時，加入頒獎者行列，讓將近500名賓客看到，中華耆英會現在有法官撐腰了。

黃伯勳率先把IB課程引進波士頓公校。（周菊子攝）

晚宴最後在譚達兒和林黎輝主持餘興節目，來賓輪番上台獻唱，陳仕維，阮鴻燦，阮愛玲，謝如鍵，余麗媖，梅麗梨等許多人大合唱「朋友」聲中落幕。

紐英崙中華公所雷國輝稱中華耆英會的影響力，早已拓展至華埠之外。（周菊子攝）

波士頓經文處黃耀良組長期許中華耆英會越辦越大。（周菊子攝）

波士頓僑教中心主任康雅雄稱許耆英會為社區服務。（周菊子攝）

曾任校長的黃伯勳（左六）和早年的老師們。（周菊子攝）

高唱“朋友”。（周菊子攝）

波士頓僑務委員陳仕維（右二）和紐英崙中華公所主席雷國輝（左二）
感謝經文處黃耀良組長（左一），僑教中心主任康雅雄（右一）支持僑社活動。
（周菊子攝）

梅國治的攝影作品也是黃金拍賣品之一。（周菊子攝）

梅氏公所參加晚宴。（周菊子攝）

法官黃瑞瑜（前左）和她母親黃周麗桃，姨丈馬偉輝，阿姨周美桃等人。（周菊子攝）

胡清醒獅團中有頭幼獅。（周菊子攝）

王氏青年會執行長Sokthea Phay(中）等人。（周菊子攝）

中華耆英會54週年慶有將近500人參加。（周菊子攝）