SOMETHING WORTH SAVING: FORGOTTEN PEOPLE, PLACES, AND EVENTS THAT HELPED SHAPE AMERICA, 12 X 12 Edition (Premium)

From the Forward,

" Nothing Beats the Bury"

"I boast about Roxbury. Nothing can beat the 'Bury... Nothing beats the 'Bury." The words of Michael E. Haynes.

Professor Leland O. Clarke is a distinguished composer, conductor, and educator with Boston University. Professor Clarke's work helps us understand the contributions of unsung heroes and how they helped shape our city. He underscores the significance of cultural spaces and houses of worship and the role they play in creating vibrant communities. He lifts up historical sites and figures and shines a light on their impact today.

I boast about Roxbury. I celebrate Roxbury artists and story tellers, like Professor Clarke. He shared with me what inspired this particular project. He shared how he discovered his family's treasure trove filled with rich nuggets of history. I invite you to discover the rich history of Roxbury and this book serves as a roadmap. Yes, Roxbury is something worth saving. In fact, nothing beats the "Bury.

                                                              The Honorable Kim Janey