Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026 Beachmont Improvement Committee Home Pride Award Home of the Qoshia Family, Julia, Monika & Dan (three generations) T he BIC recently awarded their Home Pride Award, In the front row are Julia Qoshia and her grandson Darden Qoshia; her daughter Monika Qoshia stands directly behind them, surrounded by members of the Beachmont Improvement Committee. as well as a $25 gift card donated by Shirley Hardware of Winthrop, to the Qoshia Family of Bellingham Ave. in Beachmont. Julia (Zyliha) has called Beachmont home since 1999 and has discovered Revere to be a beautiful, welcoming and walkable community. She has lovingly dedicated herself to her front-yard garden, learning over the years what thrives and what doesn’t. She takes pride in keeping her home’s exterior vibrant and green year-round, tending to her fl owers with patience, care and a true gardener’s touch. When the city recently Abi SATUURDAY, AUGUST 15 REVERE BEACH, SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 TH 2026 | 10 AM – 2 PM 10 AM – 2 PM REVERE BEACH OAK ISLAND BATH HOUSE 462 REVERE H, OAK ISLAND BATH HOUS ENTRYSE ENT 462 REVERE BEACH BOULEVARD BOULEVARD Accessible water & sand wheelchairs available for all to use for a day TRY # 36 36 repaired the surrounding streets, Julia advocated for a tree to be planted in front of her home to help improve the air quality in the neighborhood. She thoughtfully maintained it as it grew, carefully trimming branches to ensure they would not interfere with pedestrians passing by. Each morning, Julia can be seen sweeping the sidewalk in front of her home as well as the surrounding area, a meaningful tradition she brought from her home country of Albania, where caring for one’s community and keeping shared spaces clean is deeply valued. She also has a lifelong passion for cooking and baking, having worked as a baker for more than 45 years. Julia cares deeply for both her family and her garden. In warmer months, she spends hours nurturing her plants and helping fl owers bloom. In the winter, she brings that warmth indoors, filling her home with thriving potted plants. She fi lls the house with the comforting aromas of homemade meals and freshly baked treats, especially for her grandson, Dardan (Dan), who recently graduated from high school with honors and was accepted into the honors program at Suff olk University. No matter how full her days are, Julia always makes time for a peaceful walk to the beach, where she can relax, refl ect and fi nd inspiration. availa The Qoshia family home on Bellingham Ave. in Beachmont. (Courtesy photos) yt Al li l
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