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By LINDA BAUER

Published: May 04, 2007 12:00 am

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KAHN/SELESNICKâS âEISBERGFREISTADTâ ON VIEW AT PEPPER GALLERY

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BOSTON, MASS. â Pepper Gallery presents Kahn/Selesnickâs newest series âEisbergfriestadt,â on view till June 9. As with their previous work, Kahn/Selesnick have invented a completely self-contained world with its own history and mythology.

According to Kahn/Selesnick, the principality of Eisbergfriestadt âwas inspired by an actual incident in 1923 when a mammoth iceberg ran aground in the Baltic port of Lubeck, towering over the town and terrifying the populace. Many decided â not reasonably â that the ice caps were melting and the apocalypse coming.â

In an apparent response to current environmental concerns, Kahn/Selesnick approach the issues of global warming and the ensuing chaos with humor and histrionic prophecy.

In addition to signature panoramic photographs, the exhibition includes drawings and prints as well as an elaborate installation that consists of an assembly of objects. A wide selection of artifacts ranges from the mundane to the eccentric.

Nicholas Kahn and Richard Selesnick, born in New York City and London, respectively, have been collaborating since 1986. They have exhibited internationally, and their work is included in many collections including the Smithsonian Institution, Addison Gallery of American art, Brooklyn Museum, Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

The gallery is at 38 Newbury Street. For information, www.peppergalleryboston.com or 617-236-4497.

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The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

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I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

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