波士頓僑教中心新主任高家富抵埠 3日拜會28個僑團

波士頓僑教中心主任高家富到任，拜會僑團。(周橘子攝)

在拜會行程中，高家富(左)和潘昭榮商議行程。(周菊子攝)

               (Boston Orange 周菊子波士頓報導) 大波士頓僑社8月19日正式揮別相處了四年的波士頓僑教中心主任潘昭榮，歡迎新來，已5度外派的高家富主任，在美國總統即將於年底選出新人之際，也為波士頓僑社人事掀開新篇章。

              潘昭榮主任於2020年7月抵達波士頓時，是首次外派，一切都很新鮮。歷練4年，和許多僑胞結為好友，如今奉派返台，將回僑委會的僑生處服務。

高家富主任在2024年8月16日來到波士頓。他曾經外派到加拿大，美國、泰國等3個國家的渥太華、紐約、洛杉磯橙縣，舊金山、曼谷等5個城市，經驗豐富。這趟來波士頓前，他已官拜僑委會綜合規劃處副處長高位。

在波士頓僑教中心卸任主任潘昭榮，波士頓僑務委員郭競儒，以及中心員工張小慧陪同下，高家富在8月17至19日之間，有21場拜會行程，和28個僑團晤談，19日晚還又參加了波士頓世衛協進會的網上理事會，立即投入工作。

              17日這天，高家富依序拜會了位於牛頓市的慈濟基金會波士頓聯絡處，設有華語文教學中心，位於劍橋市的明慧中文學校，以及羅德島州的欖城安良工商會和羅德島華人協會。

全美洪門致公堂總理余麗媖(左)告訴高家富、潘昭榮，
孫中山曾在洪門大樓內小住(周菊子攝)

              18日再依序拜會紐英崙昭倫公所、潮州同鄉會、黃氏宗親會、余風采堂、梅氏公所、鳳倫公所、龍岡親義公所，阮氏公所、李氏公所、朱沛國堂、藝聯慈善社和中國國民黨波士頓分部。

              19日則是拜會伍胥山公所、波士頓安良工商會、至孝篤親公所、洪門致公堂，溯源公所。早上11點多，在拜會中華公所時，同時也邀集或設址於中華公所大樓，或目前並無會所的6個社團，包括紐英崙婦女新運會，至德三德公所，波士頓華埠退伍軍人會，僑聲音樂劇社，廣東音樂社，港澳之友社。

              這一連串拜會，讓高家富和波士頓的傳統僑社等有了初步接觸，見到絕大多數僑團的主席、會長，為將來互動奠立起關係。

              在行程中，一名僑團首長笑說，不少僑團首長身兼多職，高家富在這3日間和部分人士於是有了好幾面之緣。同時間，因為日期不容易敲定等因素，高家富在這趟拜會中，未能面晤人在加州的紐英崙中華公所主席雷國輝，以及人在外地的紐英崙潮州同鄉會會長林全峰，廣東音樂社主席溫陳美月，北美洲舜裔篤親總公所總理陳建立。

              到羅德島州拜會時，高家富見到欖城安良工商會內有百年歷史的雕樑畫棟，和主席陳任卓、黃超炎等人相談甚歡，參觀羅德島華人協會時，對2名主席葉超、吳子平介紹的該會3000多平方呎會所空間，幾十戶租金廉宜的耆英屋，以及一旁羅德島華人基督教會教堂場地的寬敞印象深刻。順道洽談以「咱的故鄉咱的愛」為主題，由「國立台灣戲曲學院」擔綱演出113年國慶文化訪問團，將於8月31日到羅德島州的「羅德島州龍舟賽暨臺灣日」中表演事宜。高家富還獲悉，龍舟賽對岸正在蓋足球場，將來的龍舟賽勢必更盛大、熱鬧。

              在波士頓華埠的拜會行程中，高家富獲悉，波士頓僑團中的李氏公所，紐英崙至孝篤親公所，以及紐英崙中華公所，都在戶外懸掛中華民國青天白日滿地紅國旗，頗感欣慰。他還特地感謝陳台榮當年為協助余麗媖等人在波士頓街道上掛出中華民國國旗，特地從美國買布料，帶回台灣，請丈母娘協助親手縫製的辛勞。

              在伍胥山公所，美東總長伍輝民指給他看伍氏宗親有曾任中華民國國防部長的伍世文，送給公所一幅墨寶，主席伍振中預告設址昆士市的龍舟博物館試辦館即將落成，神筆小孩基金會鼓勵孩童念想世界和平。

              在波士頓洪門致公堂，高家富從洪門全美總理余麗媖口中聽到，洪門原本設址Hudson 街，買下現址後才搬過來。1909年時，中華民國國父孫中山先生為建國籌款來到波士頓時，曾下塌洪門致公堂三樓，住了2晚。洪門元老伍伯和則憶述起當年的僑教中心主任黃海龍大方協助，為洪門辦活動節省了經費。這些年來，洪門和中華民國，以及波士頓經文處的關係也一直很好。

              高家富這幾天在波士頓傳統僑社拜會，都受到熱烈歡迎。除了每個僑團特地準備西點麵包及水果等招待外，他在黃氏公所嘗新鮮手作台山湯圓，在余風采堂吃余氏宗親下廚烹製製的台山炒米粉，在梅氏公所見到歡迎字牌陣，在波士頓國民黨假「新月宮」辦的接風宴中吃龍蝦餐，全都讓他窩心十分。

              19日晚，高家富還又上網，參加了波士頓世衛協進會今年的第2次理事大會。高家富接下來的已知行程，包括8月24日應邀出席波士頓台灣人生物科技協會年會，波士頓榮光會慶中秋包餃子，8月31日的羅德島州龍舟賽暨台灣日，以及9月的教師節感恩會，並將陸續參加郊區僑團活動。 (更新版)

8月17至19日的3日拜會行程圖片鍊接如附:

17日  https://www.bostonorange.com/2024/08/17.html

18日  https://www.bostonorange.com/2024/08/2.html

19日  https://www.bostonorange.com/2024/08/19.html

杭亭頓劇院深入社區推廣舞台劇 舉辦系列課程

 THE HUNTINGTON LAUNCHES THE HUNTINGTON ACADEMY, WITH PROFESSIONAL-LED COURSES FOR ALL AGES

 

For the first time in over a decade, The Huntington Education Department offers courses for students K-12, workshops for adults, and corporate trainings

 

(BOSTON) – The Huntington’s Education Department announces the launch of The Huntington Academy, new tuition-based classes for students of all ages to learn, play, and engage with the theatrical arts. Online registration is now live for five courses starting in September for students Pre-K through 12^th grade. More courses, including adult workshops and corporate trainings, will be added throughout the 2024-2025 season.

 

The Huntington’s steadfast commitment to arts education is a core pillar of its mission and operations. Theatre education builds prosocial behavior, encourages empathy, improves public speaking, and develops both creative and critical thinking.

 

The Huntington Academy’s launch this September marks the first time since 2008 that tuition-based education programming will be made available by the Tony Award-winning theatre company. The Academy features all new course offerings, plus a handful of familiar favorites under the umbrella program EPIC: Empowered Performers in Conversation. Academy courses provide an opportunity for students of all ages to explore playwriting and performance. Led by industry professionals, Academy courses will also empower students with essential life skills through theater games, scene work, and performance. These offerings will serve as a new programming pillar, accompanying The Huntington’s longstanding, subsidized education programming, including School Residencies, the Student Matinee Series, Poetry Out Loud Massachusetts, and the Boston chapters of the national Next Narrative Monologue Competition and August Wilson New Voices Competition.

 

Courses for K-12 students are structured to stand alone and also provide a scaffolded, cumulative learning experience for individuals who wish to experience the entire course catalogue as they progress year-over-year. 

 

“The Huntington Academy has been in the planning stages for more than five years and we are thrilled to celebrate its launch,” say Huntington Director of Education Meg O’Brien and Associate Director of Education & Practical Learning Marisa Jones. “With our course offerings we aim to celebrate the theatrical process, which in turn will amplify and elevate the creative spark and rich imagination that exists in everyone, regardless of their age or career.”

 

Current Huntington Academy course offerings include:

 

Stories to Share | PreK & K

This course is an introduction to storytelling, creative expression, and play. Throughout the semester, students will be encouraged to tap into their curiosity and wonder as they explore oral narration and folk tales. While focusing on self-expression, students will gather new skills to support them as they form their own ideas about how they want to create and share stories with their peers. This course is a fun and playful experience for first-time performers, curated and taught by theatre arts professionals.

 

Journey into Acting | 1^st, 2^nd, & 3^rd Grade

Designed and taught by theatre arts professionals, this course provides opportunities for students to build their confidence, collaborate with their peers, and explore how they can use their bodies and voices to tell a story. Through theatre games and exercises, students will develop listening skills, sensory awareness, and focus. Using strategies such as Reader’s Theatre and improvisation, students will gain foundational knowledge in the performing arts, having lots of fun along the way!   

 

Crafting Characters | 4^th & 5^th Grade

In this course, students will dive deeper into character development and build their skills in physicality and voice work. Students will practice listening and responding in character, learning new acting techniques along the way. Using improvisation games and theatre exercises, students will continue to build a relationship with acting and discover a wide range of performance styles. Led by theatre arts professionals, this is a great course for young actors seeking to hone their performance skills and begin thinking about theatre as a multi-disciplinary art form. 

 

EPIC: Middle School | 6^th, 7^th, & 8^th Grade

Under the umbrella program EPIC: Empowered Performers in Conversation, this is a course for young actors who are excited to develop their theatrical physicality, ensemble work, and creative writing. Students will work together to create an original piece of theatre utilizing devised theatre techniques taught by theatre industry professionals. Using external stimulus as inspiration, they will devise their own characters, text, and blocking as an ensemble. Theatre exercises will be used to encourage risk-taking, creative expression, and age-appropriate acting techniques. Students in this course will participate in the EPIC: Festival at the end of the semester, where they will perform their work and be in community with other EPIC: Festival participants. 

 

College Audition Prep | 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, & 12^th Grade

This course is designed to coach students preparing for college auditions and students who wish to hone their craft in a fun, focused, and supportive learning environment. With guidance from theatre industry professionals, students will develop their voice and style on stage as they develop their skills in monologue and scene work. Plus, they will strengthen their knowledge about the audition process, including learning how to write a resume, how to make a successful self-tape audition, and more! 

 

Adult workshops for theatre and non-theatre professionals will be added in Fall 2024. General courses will center on introducing and developing artistic skills for adults of all experience levels in an accessible and fun atmosphere. Artist courses will provide skill-sharpening workshops for those who are currently in or will be pursuing an artistic career. These workshops will create a more empathetic and creative community in Greater Boston, both in the board room and on stage.

 

For corporate organizations who want to give their workforce the star treatment, The Huntington Academy corporate training will be made available later this season. Workshops led by industry and HR professionals can be curated to a company’s needs and will ensure “the show will go on” thanks to a strengthened foundation of teambuilding, trust, and strategic creative instinct.

 

More about The Huntington Academy here

 

Huntington Academy image here

 

 

THE HUNTINGTON ACADEMY REGISTRATION INFORMATION

 

Register for courses PreK-12th Grade online at huntingtontheatre.org/the-huntington-academy

 

Questions about The Huntington Academy can be emailed to academy@huntingtontheatre.org

華埠牌樓電影節 8/23-25放映「少林小子」、「師弟出馬」、「少林足球」

華埠牌樓電影節現由雅美發展協會的年輕人籌辦。 (圖片來自ACDC網站，LD Tran攝)

             (Boston Orange) 亞美發展協會 (ACDC) 一年一度，今年跨入第18屆，為期3天的華埠牌樓電影節，將在8月23日(週五) 至25日(週日)的傍晚5點半至9點半，在華埠牌樓旁的陳毓禮、黃杏蓉公園舉行，放映3部功夫片。

華埠牌樓電影節是個完全免費，歡迎所有人參加的活動。2006年時的創辦初衷，既為鼓勵社區民眾攜家帶眷來欣賞華語電影，藉機交流，也為重溫華埠早年光景，鄰居們每逢夏夜，端張凳子，圍聚街頭，享受”銀燭秋光冷畫屏，輕羅小扇撲流螢”的水乳交融樂趣。

由於當年的主要策展人Jean Lukitsh是波士頓華埠第一位女師傅，創辦了麥寶嬋武藝協會的麥寶嬋師傅的徒弟，放映功夫片也成為華埠牌樓電影節的一大特色。

今年排定放映的3部影片，以及放映日期如下:

8月23日(週五)，放映1984年拍攝，張鑫炎執導，李連杰主演的「少林小子 (Kids from Shaolin)」一片。維基百科關於此片的軼事描述為李連杰與片中女演員黃秋燕當時同為北京武術隊成員，1987年結婚，1990年離婚。熟悉香港電影圈的人都知道，李連杰後來再娶女明星利智。

8月24日(週六)，放映1980年拍攝，成龍自編自導自演，另一名主角為元彪的「師弟出馬 (The Young Master)」。這部片是成龍加盟嘉禾電影公司的首部作品，也是香港電影史上第一部票房超過千萬元的電影。

8月25日(週日)，放映2001年在香港上映，周星馳及李力持執導，程小東擔任動作導演的「少林足球 (Shaolin Soccer)」。主要演員有周星馳、趙薇、吳孟達及謝賢。這部片在全球上映的累計票房高達5000萬美元，迄今仍保持在義大利上映的華人電影中票房最高紀錄。2005年這部片被香港電影金像獎協會票選為「100部最佳華語片」之一。

華埠牌樓電影節獲得波士頓市政府「夜生活經濟」贊助款5000元，以及國泰銀行 (Cathay)基金會和Salem Five慈善基金會各1000元的贊助。

查詢華埠牌樓電影節詳情，可上網Films at the Gate 2024 — Asian Community Development Corporation (asiancdc.org)。

波士頓市長吳弭坦言曾2次流產 以親身經歷為民主黨墮胎權議題作見證

波士頓市長吳弭8月13日出席花園比賽頒獎禮，體型明顯可見已懷孕。
(檔案照片，周橘子攝)

               (Boston Orange 摘譯) 民主黨19日在芝加哥開全國黨代表大會。賀錦麗 (Kamala Harris)和Tim Walz這組競選團隊的主打議題之一是墮胎權，刻正懷孕的波士頓市長吳弭分享個人經驗，頓受矚目。

              美國總統大選初選即將於9月3日來到，民主黨19日在芝加哥開全國黨代表大會，全力為美國現任副總統賀錦麗 (Kamala Harris)和明尼蘇達州 (Minnesota)州長Tim Walz這組都在1964年，依序分別在10月20日，以及4月6日出生的搭檔助選。

              在拜登總統下台一鞠躬，美國前國務卿希拉蕊 (Hillary Clinton)上台助陣之際，民主黨今年競選總統大位的主打議題之一是墮胎權。

              波士頓市長吳弭到芝加哥參加民主黨大會，在新罕布夏州黨代表早餐會上分享的個人親身經驗，頓時成為最受矚目的民主黨議題見證。

              吳弭坦言2個兒子已分別7歲、9歲，現在才懷第三胎，預定明年一月添個女兒。中間隔那麼久，其實是她曾經兩度流產。她還記得做第一次的超聲波檢查時，本來是期待著要聽到心跳聲，結果卻看到螢幕上一片嘿，一點聲音都沒，讓人非常沮喪。但她很感恩，服用了標準的米非司酮(mifepristone )和米索前列醇(misoprostol)混合藥後，身體保持健康，還能再次懷孕。而且她清楚記得，要預約相關治療有多不容易。

              吳弭市長說，她覺得自己住在麻州很幸運，因為麻州的政治領袖及社區不論代價的保護婦女。吳弭也透露，她勸兩個兒子要為Kamala-Walz競選團隊努力工作，因為她想要讓女兒生長在一個只知道婦女可以當總統的世界。

MAYOR MICHELLE WU AND THE CITY OF BOSTON TO HONOR NEW EDITION SEPT. 6 & 7

MAYOR MICHELLE WU AND THE CITY OF BOSTON TO HONOR NEW EDITION SEPT. 6 & 7 The six members of the iconic Boston R&B group will attend several community-based events, including a guest performance on City Hall Plaza

BOSTON - Tuesday, August 20, 2024 - Today, Mayor Michelle Wu announced a series of events celebrating Boston R&B group New Edition. The City of Boston will honor the legendary group—founded in Roxbury in 1978—and their profound impact on both the community and music industry on Sept. 6 and 7.  On Friday, Sept. 6, the City will host a mural unveiling and street renaming in Roxbury. On Saturday, Sept. 7, the members of New Edition will participate in community events for seniors and youth, and the weekend will culminate with HOMEMADE, a free concert on City Hall Plaza featuring over 20 local artists and a guest performance from New Edition.   “Music brings communities together,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “I am thrilled to honor New Edition and celebrate local talent with HOMEMADE. I look forward to recognizing these legendary Boston artists for their contributions to our community’s arts and culture.” “Being from the city of champions is an honor and we are truly appreciative of the foundation that was laid for us in Boston,” said Ronnie DeVoe of New Edition. “We cannot express what it means to travel the world, doing what we love to do at the highest of levels and accomplishing so many great things while never forgetting where we came from. Continuing to make sure that we are positive role models for Boston’s new generations is what life is all about. Lastly, and most importantly, being able to give back to our community by helping others is how we turn our gifts and talents into purpose!” On Friday, Sept. 6, Mayor Wu will unveil a New Edition mural designed and painted by Roxbury-based artist Lee “Square” Beard, located at the corner of Ambrose and Albany Streets in Roxbury.  Beard has been a multidisciplinary artist for 17 years. Beard, also known as SOEMS, attended the Boston Arts Academy and began his career in the graffiti scene in the early 2000s. Since then, he has been continually active in the city’s mural landscape. While Beard’s wide range of work includes graphic illustration, murals, brand strategy, and stage and prop designs, he is primarily known for his precise, swift lettering. Beard believes art is a collaborative experience and is proud of being a member of the “GN Crew,” which creates public art installations. “It is truly an honor to be the artist to point out some of the many impactful moments, emotions, and classic vibes that New Edition accomplished,” said Lee “Square” Beard. “They have done the work to the point of sheer brilliance, and I am truly humbled to be as accurate as I can in showcasing this. With the ups and downs that come with being in the entertainment industry, it’s beautiful that all members can come together." During the mural unveiling, Mayor Wu will unofficially designate Ambrose Street as New Edition Way and declare Sept. 9 New Edition Day. On Saturday, Sept. 7 at 10:00 a.m., New Edition and the City will host a breakfast for seniors and participate in a community backpack giveaway at the Orchard Garden Boys & Girls Club of Boston. The Boys & Girls Club, located at 2 Dearborn St., is on the site of one of New Edition’s first practice spaces. “It is such an honor to be able to celebrate one of the most iconic groups to ever come out of the city of Boston,” said John Borders IV, Director of Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment for the City of Boston. “We are truly excited to bring the community together to recognize the impact New Edition has had both locally and worldwide. We hope this sets the precedent for how we honor our own moving forward.”  On Saturday, Sept. 7 at 3:00 p.m., the City of Boston will host HOMEMADE, a concert on City Hall Plaza featuring performances from a variety of local artists, all included on the City of Boston’s Dear Summer Mixtape. Attendees can expect everything from Dorchester-based hip-hop artist Kei to pop, R&B, and soul from Brighton’s Julia Chisholm, as well as a guest performance by New Edition. The lineup is as follows: Amandi Caliph Dan DeCristofaro of the Blue Light Bandits Heyssis Jill McCracken Julia Chisholm Kei Knszwrth (DJ) L'Duke (DJ) Leo the Kind Miranda Rae Najee Janey Mez (DJ) Mint Green Radical One ReaL P (DJ) Sança ​ Tokyo Tramps ToriTori Uche Malik UgoBoy Vintage Lee Wayup Rui Zola Simone HOMEMADE is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged. Food trucks and water will be available onsite. Backpacks are prohibited. Please note that the lineup is subject to change. More information on the City’s New Edition celebration events can be found here.

Roche responds to WHO’s declaration of a global health emergency due to the ongoing mpox outbreak

 Roche responds to WHO’s declaration of a global health emergency due to the ongoing mpox outbreak

 

• Roche is committed to supporting all those working to overcome the mpox outbreak by providing access to high-quality Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) testing
• Roche confirms that its cobas MPXV test, as well as the LightMix® research use only kits, detect the latest mpox virus variants
• It is actively working to enhance laboratory testing capacity for mpox worldwide
  
  

Basel, 20 August 2024 - Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) announced today that it is supporting the international response to the mpox global health emergency with its diagnostic tests developed for mpox, formerly known as monkeypox. Mpox, a viral disease that can spread easily between people and from infected animals, was declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern by the World Health Organization (WHO) (14 August 2024).

Globally, Roche is partnering with governments, healthcare providers and organisations dedicated to combating the mpox outbreak. More specifically, Roche is actively working with its partners to enhance mpox laboratory capacity worldwide. In addition, Roche provides training for laboratories across the African continent at the Roche Scientific Campus in South Africa, as well as locally.

“Our commitment to support the global response to mpox began in 2022 when we developed a suite of tests to enable global access to rapid and high-quality PCR testing,” said Matt Sause, CEO of Roche Diagnostics. “Diagnostics are essential in addressing emerging public health challenges like mpox, as they enable healthcare providers to identify infected patients, devise effective treatment strategies and take appropriate actions.”

To detect the mpox virus, Roche developed three unique LightMix® Modular Virus kits* for use on either a LightCycler®480 II Instrument*, LightCycler® PRO or cobas® z 480 Analyzer, as well as the cobas® MPXV test for use on the cobas® 6800/8800 Systems

波士頓市府撥款30萬元支持社區青少年體育組織

               (Boston Orange 摘譯) 波士頓市政府今 (8月20)日發佈消息，人民服務內閣麾下現有30萬元補助款，即日起至9月13日下午5點開放申請，以支持由志願者承辦，為市內8到18歲青少年提供高品質，鼓勵參與體育活動的社區組織。

              波士頓市政府的目標是在青少年放暑假，不上課期間，提供正面戶外活動。

              波士頓市府人民服務長José F. Massó將分發每項最高1萬元的補助款給波士頓市內為青少年提供體育活動的社區組織。申請人必須意在使用補助款來降低報名費，購買新設備或制服，支付租用場地款項等。補助款將用於支持秋冬，以及春天的體育活動，經費必須在2025年6月30日前用罄。

MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES GRANTS AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY-BASED SPORTS ORGANIZATIONS Grant program totaling $300,0000 will support community-based sports organizations that offer out-of-school sports programs across Boston neighborhoods.

BOSTON - Tuesday, August 20, 2024 - Mayor Michelle Wu and the Human Services Cabinet today announced applications are now open for the Community Sports Grant, a grant program totaling $300,000 to support volunteer-led youth sports organizations that provide high-quality, engaging athletics programming for Boston youth ages 8-18. The goal of this grant is to increase the variety of youth sports programming in the City and provide a positive outlet for youth when they’re not in school. Applications will be open until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024. This initiative is aligned with the Mayor’s Connect, Learn, Explore program, her commitment to Boston’s youth by ensuring every child is empowered to explore and find their passions. “Part of our responsibility for keeping Boston’s young people healthy and happy is ensuring each of them has access to enriching experiences outside of the classroom,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “It is a joy to partner with youth sports programs across the City to keep our kids in motion.” Neighborhood sports leagues are often the place where the city’s youngest athletes are first exposed to sports. As the foundation of youth sports programming in the City of Boston, volunteer-led sports organizations involve a diverse range of young people in their community, providing them with the opportunity to stay active, bond with friends, and develop character. “We look forward to continuing our partnership with neighborhood-based sports organizations,” said Chief of Human Services José F. Massó. “As a youth basketball coach, I know these programs are a labor of love for the many volunteers that keep them going and I’m glad that we’re able to offer this infusion of resources to make their work easier.” The Human Services Cabinet will distribute grants of up to $10,000 to support increasing access to sports opportunities for Boston youth. Applicants must intend to use funds to (1) reduce the registration fee, (2) purchase new equipment or uniforms, and/or (3) cover rental space costs. The grant funding will support fall, winter, and spring sports and must be used by June 30, 2025.  “Access to quality youth sports experiences that eliminate barriers to participation is critical for the health and wellness of our young people,” said David Shapiro, CEO of YMCA of Greater Boston. “It offers them the opportunity for meaningful relationships, development, discovery, teamwork, and joy.”   Creating easier access to athletic opportunities is a part of Connect, Learn, Explore, Mayor Wu’s initiative to ensure Boston’s youth are empowered to find and pursue their passions. In May, the Mayor announced the launch of the Boston Youth Sports Hub, a one-stop website that offers a directory of Boston’s neighborhood sports leagues for families, links to city-run programs, and stories of athletic achievements by Boston youth sports teams. In addition to providing grant support to youth sports providers, the Youth Sports Initiative aims to increase participation of youth who have been historically underrepresented in youth sports, improve the quality of coaching in the city, and enhance the variety and quality of sports offered by city departments.  ABOUT THE HUMAN SERVICES CABINET The Human Services cabinet oversees six departments that provide direct services to Boston residents: Boston Centers for Youth & Families, Boston Public Library, Age Strong Commission, Office of Youth Engagement & Advancement, Office of Returning Citizens and the Office of Veterans’ Services.  The mission of the Human Services cabinet is to provide equitable access to high quality services, resources, and opportunities so that every Boston resident - especially those with the greatest needs - has what they need to thrive. In pursuit of this mission, the departments in the Human Services Cabinet meet residents where they are - in their homes, neighborhoods, and communities - to break down barriers to critical resources.

公民銀行將關閉4家設於麻州的分行

               (Boston Orange 編譯) 公民銀行 (Citizens) 正申請關閉4家位於麻州Brockton、Raynham、Shrewsbury 和Worcester的分行，這4家分行全都設址於七月已宣佈即將關門的Stop & Shop雜貨超商之內。

              公民銀行人員表示，Stop & Shop的決定關閉營業表現不佳店鋪，影響了公民銀行的虛擬助理亭，估計11月2日將會關閉這幾個地點的服務，改以流動銀行來為這些地點的民眾服務。該行目前仍在評估，在受影響社區重新開店的機會。

              公民銀行目前有60多個店內分行，以及在麻州和羅德島州Stop & Shops內的50個虛擬助理亭。

              公民銀行是麻州內的第二大銀行，佔市場份額13%，有存款585億元，不過該行已悄悄關閉了位於超商內的分行，今年以來已關了3家這樣的分行。

              根據全球S&P的說法，在全國，許多銀行也一直都在關閉位於超商內的分行，其中11%是在2022年7月1日至2023年6月30日之間關門的。

              公民銀行在麻州有188家分行，已在於專注減少交易導向，更多的作為顧問中心。