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Website    Events    Contact Us    A Taste of Ginger March, 2016 WANTED: Supporters who love food! How do you start your day? What's for breakfast, Dr. King? In case you missed the Sunday article on Boston Magazine, here's the answer to "What Dr. George King eats to start the day". If you're interested in learning more about healthy eating, please stay tuned for the next Asian Social Club, hosted by the AADI at the Joslin Diabetes Center in May! Join 30 Restaurants and Cafes next Month! Find out about the chefs participating in Ginger this year! This event is held at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Meet some of Boston's most celebrated chefs, including Jasper White, Joanne Chang, Andy Husbands, Jose Duarte, Dave Becker, Wesley Chen and more, for a spectacular culinary experience. Proceeds from A Taste of Ginger support Joslin's Asian American Diabetes Initiative (AADI), which enhances the quality of life and outcomes for Asian Americans living with diabetes. For more information contact Jean Doliber at 617-309-2512 or email jean.doliber@joslin.harvard.edu Interviews: Why We Support the AADI  Chef Jasper White shares his personal story Meet the chefs who will be at the Museum of Fine Arts. At the A Taste of Ginger event, you will have a chance to meet with them and enjoy their delicious cuisines! Chef Jasper White fromSummer Shack (right) Chef Joanne Chang from  Flour Bakery & Cafe and Myers + Chang (Below) Chef Joanne Chang shares why she is involved in Ginger

劉曉慶魅力猶存 哈佛談戲劇人生粉絲雲集

劉曉慶上哈佛談戲劇人生。（周菊子攝）

(Boston Orange 周菊子報導) 當過影星首富，進過秦城監獄，人生經歷曾大起大落的中國名人劉曉慶，3月7日晚在哈佛大學掀熱潮，吸引數百人擠進紀念教堂，一窺她的廬山真面目，欣賞她曾經被打倒，卻從未被打敗的人生態度。

            橫跨中國影視界，舞台劇領域41年，演過“小花”，“火燒圓明園”，“紅樓夢”等電影，“火燒啊房宮”等電視劇，“風華絕代”舞台劇的劉曉慶，這趟在美巡演北京巨龍公司耗資二千萬人民幣打造的大型古裝舞台劇”武則天“。經美國華人票房文化傳播公司安排，一路在西雅圖、聖荷西、舊金山、洛杉磯、芝加哥和紐約等地演出十場後，3月7 日由哈佛大學中國學生學者聯合會承辦，到該校紀念教堂演講，再繼續上路，到加拿大完成北美共12場的演出。

            3月7日這晚，劉曉慶穿著長筒靴，黑白圖案連身套裝現身，面對著擠滿教堂，甚至不惜全場站著聽的粉絲觀眾，開心侃談自己的“戲劇人生”。

儘管去年十月底才剛慶祝60歲生日，劉曉慶的翩翩佳人風貌，讓人不細看還真察覺不出她的歲數。她也笑說演過四次武則天，扮過慈禧太后，在中國歷史五千年中縱橫後，面對年齡跨越度大的粉絲，她早已不在乎自己的年齡。

            談起過去，劉曉慶毫不忌諱，坦白她早年的確很“得瑟”，什麼事都一招手就解決，連門都不會自己去開。無論是拍電影，電視，或演舞台劇，她都正逢其時，得獎無數，甚至贏來1980年代是“劉曉慶年代“這說法。轉行從商後，也一下子就開了廿幾家公司。

哈佛大學CSSA主席孫陸（右）送紀念牌給劉曉慶。（周菊子攝）

            被關進秦城監獄時，真有如天塌下來了，她哭了好幾天，才去問到底因為什麼罪被關到這重犯監獄。當聽說是公司偷稅，最多判七年，她不會被處死後，天彷彿一下亮起來了，她開始規定自己每天跑8000步，洗涼水澡，飽覽群籍，還在腦子裏預想過無數種從秦城監獄中走出來的場景。

            劉曉慶坦言關監獄的過程，並不快樂，但回想起來，那是她在人生中獲得的最大一筆財富，給她機會靜下心來，反省過去。

            在回答觀眾提問時，劉曉慶坦言儘管有過四，五段婚姻，卻沒小孩，是家庭會議的結果，由妹妹生小孩，她全心發展事業。

哈佛大學CSSA主席孫陸（前右五）和義工群與劉曉慶會末合影。（周菊子攝）

            這麼些年下來，她覺得自己是個偉大女人，在人生路上，曾被打倒過許多次，卻從未被打敗，就像她即將出版的新書“人生不怕重頭再來”

粉絲送畫作給劉曉慶。（周菊子攝）

劉曉慶樣貌依然青春。（周菊子攝）

慶祝婦女節 波市長表揚李素影、Vivian Lee等31人

波士頓市長的婦女進步辦公室為誌記3月8日國際婦女節，選出31名“不凡婦女”，其中包括兩名華人，住在華埠的李素影，以及住在牙買加平原的Vivian Lee。 波士頓市府再公布的名單註記中指出，李素影從1976年起，就在波士頓市各地帶動爭取民權，以及教育，經濟正義。Vivian Lee則在鼓勵英語有限者在公屋事務上，說出自己的想法，情況，確保了他們的發言權，也增進了波士頓市的多元化。 IN HONOR OF WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH AND INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY,  MAYOR WALSH ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF BOSTON'S EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN CAMPAIGN

Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement Recognize Key Women in the Boston Community

BOSTON - Tuesday, March 8, 2016 - On International Women's Day, Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced the winners of the EXTRAordinary Women Campaign, led by the Mayor's Office of Women's Advancement. The campaign highlights women that do extraordinary work within the Boston community. Hundreds of women were nominated for this campaign and 31 were selected to be recognized by the Office of Women's Advancement, every day during Women's History Month. "The hard work, commitment and leadership of women make an enormous impact on the City of Boston every day," said Mayor Walsh. "This Women's History Month, it is important that we honor the women who have come before us and recognize those who are currently active leaders in our neighborhoods. I encourage anyone who knows the women who are being highlighted to take a moment to show them gratitude for what they do for our community." Mayor Walsh is committed to the advancement of women, having launched a five-year partnership with the American Association of University Women (AAUW) to offer free salary negotiation workshops available to every woman in the city of Boston, called "AAUW Work Smart in Boston", the first of its kind in the country. To learn more information about the workshops, visit here:http://www.cityofboston.gov/news/default.aspx?id=20355. The EXTRAordinary Women Campaign winners are as follows: Natasha Archer Roxbury Natasha is a dedicated physician and scientist at Boston Children's Hospital and Dana Farber Cancer Institute. She is working to improve the lives of children with sickle cell disease worldwide. Margaret Butler Jamaica Plain Margaret founded Komera, a nonprofit that assists girls in pursuit of secondary education and invests in their success. Terri Campbell North End Terri is a Big Sister and Board member at Big Sister Association of Greater Boston and has been for more than 10 years. She is passionate about serving girls and young women. Margaret Connolly West Roxbury Margaret has mentored and inspired girls as a Big Sister at Big Sister Association of Greater Boston for over five years. She serves her country as a Reservist in the US Coast Guard and protects residents as a Boston Firefighter. Cothenia Cooper-Paterson Dorchester Cothenia is a detective in the Boston Police Sexual Assault Unit and volunteers her time to support several causes that impact the inner city. She is a model of community policing. June Cooper Jamaica Plain Rev. Cooper advocates for all residents through her ministry and homelessness prevention programs at City Mission. Cherie Craft Roxbury Cherie is helping close the academic achievement gap. She created Smart from the Start, a family support and school readiness organization. Nataka Crayton Dorchester Nataka empowers residents to grow their own food and cook healthy meals. She believes in the power of people and was instrumental in creating the Urban Farming Institute which promotes urban farming and green collar jobs. Jeanne Dasaro Dorchester Jeanne is founder Wonder Women of Boston, a women's networking group. Shari Davis Brighton As Director of the City of Boston's Youth Engagement & Employment, Shari works to provide employment and developmental opportunities for Boston's youth. Sara Mraish Demeter Beacon Hill         Sara is the Founder of Art Resource Collaborative for Kids (ARCK). She provides BPS youth with art education and helps them unlock their creative potential. Jullieanne Doherty Jamaica Plain As the Mayor's liaison to the LGBT community and Jamaica Plain, Jullieanne helps to serve Boston residents and connect the public to resources. Olivia Fenty Dorchester Olivia founded the Chocolate Project, an organization that highlights the experience of young women of color and raises self-esteem. Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Dorchester Elizabeth served the USA while in Afghanistan as a Corporal in the US Marines. She is currently getting a degree in early childhood education. Patricia Flaherty Mission Hill Pat spends her days advocating for smart development and housing that is affordable. Her most recent accomplishment was the opening of the Maria Sanchez House that brought 40 units of affordable senior housing to the neighborhood. Lourdes German Brighton Lourdes is the founder of the Civic Innovation Project and Fellow at the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy. She is driven by a deep commitment and passion for communities and civic engagement. Kenyora Johnson Dorchester Kenyora is committed to mentoring girls through her job at Strong Women and Strong Girls in Greater Boston. Suzanne Lee Chinatown Suzanne has led civil rights, education and economic justice throughout the City of Boston since 1976. Vivian Lee Jamaica Plain Vivian advances the City's diversity by making sure that limited English speakers have a voice in public housing and by encouraging them to tell their stories and speak their mind. Courtney Leonard Mattapan Courtney is committed to mentoring Boston's youth of color by igniting their passions and encouraging them to reach their full potential. She works with Big Sister of Greater Boston and serves as Chief Operating Officer and Coach for the Boston Showstoppers Girls Academic & Athletic Program. Lily Lynch Back Bay Lily oversees all of Mass Nonprofit Network's communication strategies and plays an important role in supporting Boston area nonprofits through the organization.  She is also a devoted Big Sister at the Big Sister of Greater Boston. Meriel Marmanillo Roslindale Meriel volunteers on local boards that support the advancement of Latino/as people and other community-based groups.  Erin Murphy Dorchester Erin ran a marathon to help remove the negative stigma from addiction. She advocates for addiction recovery services and programs. Charlayne Murrell-Smith Roxbury Charlayne is a passionate mentor and leader at Boston Children's Museum. She helps advance the museum's programs and mission. Catalina Ocampo Brighton Catalina works at Bunker Hill Community College and is currently working toward her Master of Social Work from Simmons College. Sheriece Perry Esq. Roslindale Sheriece is an attorney and Co-Founder of G.I.R.L.S.R.U.L.E., a summer program for girls in Roxbury. She serves disadvantaged populations and empowers girls. Susan Prindle Back Bay Susan works on issues ranging from development to architecture, and her efforts has helped maintain the historic character of the neighborhood, while simultaneously promoting sustainable and area-appropriate development. Reinelda "Chiqui" Rivera South End Chiqui is a community activist. She is well recognized for her efforts in rescuing and reviving the Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts and ensuring that the Festival provides a safe weekend of arts and cultural activities for the entire family. Priscilla Rojas Downtown Boston Priscilla commits her passion and leadership to organizations across Boston, promoting the betterment of the city and advancement of women and people of color. Ashley Rose Fenway Ashley Rose has spent the last 12 years of her life working to improve the lives of youth and elders through art, education and activism in Boston Public schools. Currently, she focuses on drug rehab centers and community centers at Lena Park CDC. Lindsa Mcintyre Dorchester Jeremiah E. Burke High School

MBTA票價今年中將漲9.3%

麻州運輸局（MBTA）董事會3月7日無異義通過，今年七月起，地鐵票價平均漲價9.3%。

拿“查理卡（Charlie Card）”搭地鐵巴士的費用，會增加一角，變成1.7元。巴士及地鐵的月票，將會漲到一年114元。

一大群不滿意的地鐵及巴士乘客和數位民意代表，全都反對此舉。他們表示，麻州議員在2013年時通過了一項法令，限制地鐵漲價幅度，每兩年頂多漲5%，上次漲價是2014年。

這一漲價行動是麻州州長查理貝克成立財政控制董事會後，出現過的一次最有爭議行動。

一名居民在MBTA董事投票前質問，在服務越來越差之際，MBTA怎麼還敢漲價？

 MBTA董事會成員及MBTA工作人員表示，他們相信需要漲價來穩定MBTA的財務狀況。MBTA董事會主席Joseph Aiello表示，漲價從來都不會受歡迎，但他們希望藉這筆額外營收來改善服務。漲價之後，估計可為MBTA增加4200萬元營業收入。

MBTA的漲價，包括用查理卡搭地鐵，會漲價7.1%，每次收費2.25元，用現金搭地鐵，只會漲價3.8%，每次2.75元。

通勤火車月票的漲價幅度會在4.9%到10%之間。新費用幅度將為通勤月票的1A區84.5元到10區的398.25元。對那些往返波士頓和羅德島北京士頓的乘客來說，意味著一年得多花435元。

用現金買巴士票的人，則可以少花一毛錢。