Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 4, 2020 Leonard Florence Center for Living Resident Eleanor Karp Turns 106 Pictured from left to right, are: Harvey Karp, Henry Karp, Eleanor Karp, and Michael Karp. vey, “My mom is an amazing cook; her brisket, matzah ball soup, gefilte fish and stuffed knadles were the best I have ever eaten. She even made her own horseradish!” Eleanor and Henry lived in Eleanor Karp C HELSEA — If anyone knows the secret to longevity, it is Eleanor Karp, a much beloved resident at the Leonard Florence Center for Living. Eleanor turned 106 on September 1. What a milestone event for an extraordinary woman! Born on September 1, 1914 in Dorchester, Eleanor was the youngest of three. She loved school, dancing and socializing with her many friends. In fact, Eleanor met her husband Henry Karp through her girlfriend, who ultimately turned out to be her sister-in-law! It was love at first sight. Eleanor and Henry married on June 26, 1938. Before starting a family, Eleanor worked at Schrafft’s, the renowned candy company in Charlestown.After her sons, Michael and Harvey, were born, Eleanor devoted her time to running the household. Celebrations played a huge role in their lives. “The Jewish holidays were legendary in our house,” said son Harvey Karp. “We had at least 30 people, with the tables extending into three rooms.” Added HarEverett and Malden for most of their married life. They led a highly active social life, frequently entertaining friends and family. Henry was one of eight siblings – four boys and four girls –and Eleanor was extremely close to all of them. She organized huge family outings every summer. Eleanor and Henry were married for 46 wonderful years. Sadly, Henry passed away in 1984 at 74 years of age. In 2010, Eleanor moved from the Jack Satter House in Revere to the Cohen Florence Levine Estates Assisted Living in Chelsea. Both staff and residents adored her!She loved the bus trips and visits to area restaurants, especially Jimmy’s Steakhouse, The Continental and Kowloon. Meals in the dining room at Cohen Florence Levine Estates were the highlight of her day. Adored by her children, son, Harvey and wife, Jeanne, and son, Michael and wife, Charlene, Eleanor cherishes her four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She presides over the family with love, warmth, and humor. “Eleanor is a truly remarkable woman,” said daughter-in-law Jeanne Karp. “She is generous, loving, sharp and fun to be around. Actually, I can’t imagine having a better mother-in-law.” “Eleanor brings a sense of warmth to everyone she comes into contact with,” said Joseph “Coty” Miller, Recreation Program Director of the Leonard Florence Center for Living. “An amazing cook herself, she is always helping the chefs tweak their recipes to perfection.” Miller described Eleanor as full of life. “Eleanor possesses wisdom, intellect, and wit. Her stories about her life are overwhelmingly joyful and insightful. In short, Eleanor Karp is truly one of kind.” Harvey and Jeanne Karp are thrilled Eleanor is a resident at the Leonard Florence Center for Living. “We feel extremely fortunate she is living in such a beautiful building with a private room and bath, but even more importantly, we are deeply grateful to the incredible staff at the Center,” said Jeanne Karp. “They genuinely care about her.” When asked the secret to her longevity, Eleanor is very matter of fact. “Who would ever have expected me to live to 106?” she asked. “Yet here I am!” Champions Bar not penalized following ABCC report By Christopher Roberson C hampions Bar & Grill was recently called before the Board of License Commissioners after a report was filed by the state Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) indicating that alcohol was being served without food. However, owner Kirk Post disputed the ABCC’s report. “The ABCC never came into my establishment,” he said during the August 31 meeting. “They looked in the windows and jumped to a conclusion.” He said there were four customers in the bar during the time in question. Two of them had ordered a pizza and the other two had ordered chicken quesadillas. “They have to order food before they can get a drink,” said Post. Although Post had arranged his tables to comply with social distancing requirements, he said a customer moved a table to play darts. However, he said, the dart board has been taken down and a wooden cover has been put over the pool table. Post also said he had a customer who was not wearing a mask. “It’s very hard for us to get people to wear masks,” he said. Board of License Commissioners Chairman Philip Antonelli said it is imperative that customers wear masks. “Everyone should have a mask on, that’s what the governor has announced and that’s what we have to go on,” he said. In addition, the ABCC reported that a bartender had reached over the bar to place a drink on one of the hightop tables. In response, Post said he has since instructed his bartenders not to serve drinks in that manner and to walk around the bar instead. Post also said he was alarmed to learn that The Fours in Boston had closed after 44 years, adding that he is striving to prevent Champions from meeting the same fate. “I’ve been in the bar business for over 20 years and I’ve never had a violation,” he said. “I’m just trying to survive.” Antonelli reiterated that the report was issued by the state and not by the City of Everett or the Police Department. Therefore, he said, Champions can continue its regular course of business provided that food is always served whenever a customer purchases alcohol. New business model for Karma Lounge In other news, Attorney Mark Rotundo said his client, Varun Punj, will be launching a new restaurant component at his establishment, Karma Lounge. The decision to make the switch came after Punj was scolded by the board last fall for operating a business that was, at that time, rapidly becoming a raucous nightclub.
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