THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2020 Page 3 Celtics player urges high school students to stay positive pandemic. During a virtual forum on November 11, Kanter described what life was like inside the NBA Bubble, the league’s $190 million initiative to shield players from the virus. After NBA offi - cials suspended the 2019-2020 season on March 11, players were quarantined at hotels in Bay Lake, Florida. “We were in a hotel for over 80 Enes Kanter, a center for the Boston Celtics, spoke to Revere High School students during a virtual forum on November 11. (Photo Courtesy of Revere TV) By Christopher Roberson B oston Celtics center Enes Kanter recently encouraged Revere High School students to continue pressing forward despite the barrage of challenges from the COVID-19 BOOK | FROM Page 2 To bring the point home, this epic challenges our assumptions based on emotional/tribal instincts and asks us to employ our God-given reason/intellect and insight to somehow delay the inevitable extinction of H. sapiens. Serious interest from a Hollywood producer asked that a storyboard or graphic novel be proDENNIS | FROM Page 1 Improvements include a front entry roof replacement, added railings to the front stairs, wheeldays,” said Kanter, adding that initially players could not even go outside. “I saw so many players lifting suitcases just to stay in shape.” The remainder of the season was played without any spectators at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Kanter said the experience was “awkward” as he and his teammates were accustomed to playing in front thousands of fans. Growing up in Turkey, Kanter said education was the primary focus, not sports. “It’s not just about going to the gym and playing a game for 48 minutes,” he said. “If your grades are not good, it doesn’t matter how duced. The main outline/screenplay and dialogue for such a graphic novel has been completed, and the author is searching to hire the right graphic artist to complete the project. “Beyond the Ancients” – ask for it by name at Amazon or 50 percent off if you email Frank directly at 88ferreraf@gmail.com. For audio version and discount, email mikeferreramusic@gmail. com – reference, BTA. chair ramp restorations, and repainting, according to Brewster. The society will open to the public at 9 a.m. on Saturday, according to RSCHP President Robert Upton. good of a basketball player you are – you’ll be cut off the team.” Kanter said ballhandling and three-point shooting have become the most important skills for high school students aspiring to play on the professional level. “The game is changing a lot,” he said. Kanter said he wanted to play in the NBA since he was 10 years old. At that time, his mother always encouraged him to exercise and eat the right things. “Your number one coach is your mom,” he said. Eighteen years later, Kanter said he receives the same instruction from Celtics Head Coach Brad Stevens. A strong supporter of human rights, Kanter said he wants to be known for more than just his basketball career. “I don’t want to only be remembered by my game,” he said, urging high school students to reach beyond their goals. “Be more than an NBA player; you guys have a long life and long career ahead of you.” SNOW BLOWER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS Pickup/Delivery Available 781-289-6466 A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Same Location * Same Service for over 48 Years... Thanks to our customers for their support ! OPEN & READY TO SERVE YOU! MASKS REQUIRED ---------Chris Dan Steve GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Cigar Accessories * Bongs * Vapes * Juice * Juuls * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products Smoker’s Special 15 Cigars - 4 Year Old Tobacco - Handmade - Long Leaf Filler Individually Wrapped - Only $43.95 Humidor Special Desktop Humidors Plus 5 Selected Cigars - EXTRA SPECIAL at $48.95 Travel Humidors Starting at $25.00 City Planner Frank Stringi, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Economic Development Director Robert O’Brien, Project Planner Elle Baker, Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna, Mary Ellen Martin, Active Transportation Manager Julie DeMauro, Executive Board Member Toby Pearlstein, Senior Designer Colleen Brewster (holding a memorial), Beachmont Improvement Committee Member Ed Deveau, Architect Paul Holtz and RSCHP President Robert Upton (top right). (Advocate Photo by Tara Vocinio) Leather Cigar Cases Starting at $15.00 Box Specials ALL MAJOR BRANDS SOLD AT DISCOUNTED PRICES Including: Ashtons * Padrons * Peredome Have a Pleasant & Peaceful Thanksgiving! OPEN THANKSGIVING DAY - 8 AM to 3 PM STORE HOURS: 8 AM - 7 PM Mon. - Sat./ Sun. 8 AM - 6 PM Starter Set Limited Time!
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