Author to discuss Winthrop trains
Author William Lieberman, a Winthrop native will speak at the Winthrop Public Library on Sept. 7 at 6 p.m. There will be a slide presentation and a book signing on his book “The Train on the Beach: Forgotten Railroads that Transformed Winthrop, Orient Heights, and Revere Beach, Massachusetts.†He will also hold a book signing at Winthrop Book Depot & Cafe, 11 Somerset Ave. at 10:30 a.m.
Lieberman was born and raised in Winthrop. His fascination with the town’s railroad lore led him to a career in transportation planning. He received his bachelor’s degree at Northeastern University and his master’s at the University of North Carolina. For almost 50 years, Lieberman has been engaged by transportation consulting firms and public agencies. The latter include the transit systems in Portland (OR), San Diego and San Francisco, where he served as principal planner. He considers himself fortunate to have followed the advice to “choose a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.†Bill and his family live in San Francisco and make regular pilgrimages back to Boston.
“I first became interested in railroads as a hobby when I was a student at Winthrop Junior High School. When it came time to choose a topic for my senior history class term paper a few years later (I was in the Class of 1963), I naturally chose Winthrop’s railroads. Most adults at that time remembered the old ‘Narrow Gauge’ that had served East Boston, Revere, Lynn and Winthrop until 1940, but few knew about other small railroads that had operated in Winthrop and Revere Beach in the 1870s and ’80s.†Lieberman said.
I Love Winthrop Festival Sept. 23
Get ready for the first “I Love Winthrop†festival on Sept. 23. The event,, created to promote local commerce and connection will be held from 1-6 p.m. in Winthrop Center. The festival will include food, entertainment, artisans, outside vendors and activities focused on Hagman Road and the E.B. Newton.
VETERANS SERVICES
The next Veterans/Families Food Bank will take place on Sept. 6 at the American Legion building (next to Town Hall). Pick-up is from 10:30-11:30 a.m. If you are new to our Food Bank, then you must pre-register with Veteran Services. For more information call the Veterans Service office at (617) 846-3065.
winthrop without stigma awards ceremony by casa
This year Citizens Against Substance Abuse (CASA) would like to recognize a stigma warrior from the each of the following categories; Youth, Adult, Senior, and Local Business. The Awards Committee and the CASA board of directors will select recipients after reviewing all nomination submissions. Nominate as many folks from each category as you like.  In addition, please join us at the WinthropWithoutStigma Awards Ceremony on Oct. 1 to celebrate the winners!  Free to attend; delicious dessert and beverages will be served.
As a public health coalition, CASA’s aim is to form healthy communities. This effort is done by working to create an environment conducive to healthy living. One of the main goals is to reduce obstacles to good health practices and a significant barrier to this is stigma. Stigma causes those who live with it to be; alienated and seen as “others,” perceived as dangerous, seen as irresponsible or unable to make their own decision, are less likely to be hired, less likely to get safe housing, more likely to be criminalized than offered health-care services, and/or afraid of rejection to the point that they don’t always pursue opportunities.
Many people don’t feel comfortable talking to their friends and family about what they’re dealing with. Those living with health-related stigma often internalize the stigma thereby damaging hopes for recovery and success. Many won’t seek treatment from professionals. As a result, their conditions worsen without the support and care they need to recover. And sadly, too often people take their own lives because they aren’t told by anyone that they’re not alone, that they can actually recover and that there is hope.
Everyone is affected by stigma in some capacity; whether it be a problem they face themselves or a friend, co-worker, relative, or neighbor. Stigma has no prejudice! It is CASA’s goal to build a community where people are free of stigma and can get the help they need to be healthy and successful.
NARFE to meet
The North Shore Chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, September 6, 1p.m. at the Torigian Senior Center, 75R Central St., Peabody. We welcome both old members and new federal employee retirees to discuss the challenges ahead for all of us. For further information contact Mike Evers 978 922-6932.
CASA Events for Recovery Month
September is Recovery month and CASA has planned several events:
Fed Up Rally
Aug. 31, 6-8 p.m., Winthrop Town Hall Lawn 1 Metcalf Square Winthrop
The Winthrop was FED Up so Stepped UP Rally!†is our version of similar national Fed Up Rallies happening on this day across the country. It’s scheduled from 6 – 8 p.m. on the Winthrop Town Hall Lawn and will focus on recognizing the ways the Town of Winthrop has stepped up to address the addiction crisis. Speakers, featuring Sen. Joseph Boncore, MaryAnne Frangules from MOAR, The Hon. Judge John McDonald of East Boston District Court as well as many local leaders and individuals impacted by addiction will offer words of hope and/or remembrance. There will be music and a candlelight vigil.
“Ballin for a Cause†Sober Basketball Tournament
Sept. 9, 9 a.m. start time, Walden St Courts Winthrop
A family friendly day for charity! This Round Robin Style Basketball Tournament is a local fundraiser for CASA. Funds raised will increase substance abuse prevention and recovery initiatives in Winthrop.
Fancy Pants Dance
Sept. 9, 6-11 p.m., Winthrop Senior Center, 35 Harvard St. Winthrop
Dinner, Dancing and Fun for the Recovery Community and their Allies organized by the Town of Winthrop’s Recovery Coach program CLEAR (Community and Law Enforcement Assisted Recovery) and hosted by CASA.
Recovery and Treatment Resource Sharing Meeting
Sept. 25, 6-8 p.m., CASA Office, 18 Bartlett Road.
Share and Learn about Recovery Resources servicing the Winthrop community
“WinthopWithoutStigma” Awards
Oct. 1, 6-8 p.m., Point Shirley Association Function Hall, 1032 Shirley St.
A night to honor community members who have joined the movement against stigma by embracing those in need and showing compassion in how they think about, talk about, and treat people who struggle with addiction thereby empowering them to seek treatment and find a successful recovery. Nomination Forms can be found on the CASA Web site and Facebook Page
A Taste of Winthrop Sept. 13
Taste of Winthrop is coming up on Sept. 13, 2017. Join us from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Winthrop Yacht Club, 649 Shirley St., for delicious bites from some of our local restaurants.
Currently, some of the restaurants that will be participating are
Adrianna’s Pastry and Cafe
Antique Table, Cafe Rosetti’s
GoGo on the Ocean
Kelly’s Roast Beef (Revere)
Makai Blends
Margarita’s (Revere)
Millie’s Kitchen
Osaka Lucky Garden
Paul W. Marks Co. Inc.
Philly Pretzel Factory
Piccolo Piatti
Renegades Pub
Rincon Limeno
Sammy Carlos
Winthrop Marketplace
Come enjoy what these wonderful businesses will be cooking up!
Tickets are $35 for adults and $10 for children (5-12). Purchase your tickets online, by calling the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce at 617-846-9898, or by visiting us at 207 Hagman Road.