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Kafi Dixon is one of the producers of A Reckoning in Boston and a subject of the film. (Courtesy)
Late one night in an adult education classroom in Dorchester, Kafi Dixon compares the toll of living in an environment that upholds white supremacy to a “slow drip, drip, on a hard stone.” Her comment prompts a burst of discussion. One student ups the comparison to a trickle and the group shares a laugh when another adds, “Turn that faucet off!”
Drawn to the intimacy and transformative potential of the Clemente Course in the Humanities designed to give adults with limited financial resources a chance to rigorously study literature, history, and philosophy Newton filmmaker James Rutenbeck thought he’d make a documentary full of scenes just like the one described, inspired by students like Dixon. And in fact, he tried.
‘WBCN and The American Revolution’ to premiere May 6
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The documentary “WBCN and The American Revolution,” which chronicles the early years of Boston rock radio powerhouse WBCN, will air on GBH 2 at 9 p.m. May 6.
The film was produced by Newton native Bill Lichtenstein, a Peabody Award-winning filmmaker who also became the youngest WBCN DJ in the station’s history when he began broadcasting there at age 14 in 1970, as part of an open classroom program at Weeks Junior High School in Newton Center. He later became a news announcer with a weekly program on WBCN. Lichtenstein is a graduate of Newton South High School.
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How has the pandemic changed your holiday plans? Will you still be traveling, hosting family or celebrating with others outside your household? Let Patch know in the comments!
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Maricopa Animal Safe Haven Launches in Phoenix; Announces Campaign to Raise $8.5 Million for New Phoenix Facility
(PHOENIX – April 2, 2021) – The Maricopa County Sherriff’s Office (MSCO) Animal Safe Haven Unit, which is currently located at the former 1st Avenue Jail at 102 W. Madison Street in downtown Phoenix, was first formed in 2001. The old jail was meant to serve as a temporary facility offering care, training and health services for animals seized during lawful actions by MCSO.
The East Valley housing market is still going strong thanks to.
The East Valley housing market is still going strong thanks to busy real estate agents like Twila Edwards who recently joined Corcoran Platinum Living s Gilbert office. Twila brings more than 14 years of experience in the real estate industry, along with a high level of professionalism and integrity.
She has built a successful real estate career by getting to know her clients personally and professionally so she can help them get into a home that reflects their unique lifestyle. She joined Corcoran Platinum Living after seeing the firm’s innovative lead generation programs, dedication to continuous growth, and core values of honesty, integrity, kindness, and generosity.