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Podcamp Boston #4
August 7, 2009 – 1:24 pm | One Comment
Podcamp Boston #4

This weekend marks the 4th iteration of the Podcamp unconference for new media. This year, PodCamp Boston is being held at the Campus Center at the University of Massachusetts Boston (right in my backyard) on …

Top Tall Ships 2009
July 15, 2009 – 5:52 pm | One Comment
Top Tall Ships 2009

Over the weekend, the Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge made a stop in Boston. For those unaware, the Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge is a trans-Atlantic race by sailing ships that follows a traditional route, from Viigo, …

The Tall Ships have arrived!
July 8, 2009 – 6:51 pm | One Comment
The Tall Ships have arrived!

With a majesty that photos alone could never do justice to 41 tall ships from the world over have pulled into Boston Harbor to kick off Sail Boston 2009.  The ships will be available for …

Life is good in Boston this Saturday
June 18, 2009 – 9:12 am | 2 Comments
Life is good in Boston this Saturday

This Saturday, the Life is good Festival will descend on Boston Common. This free, family-friendly festival runs from 11am to 5pm and includes a Good Walk for Kids, a Wiffle Ball Home Run contest with …

Pride & Prejudice: Boston Gay Pride
June 14, 2009 – 9:51 am | 4 Comments
Pride & Prejudice: Boston Gay Pride

GAY PRIDE BOSTON 2009!

“The test of courage comes when we are in the minority. The test of tolerance comes when we are in the majority.”
- Ralph W. Sockman

Free Friday Flicks at Boston’s Hatch Shell
June 10, 2009 – 8:25 am | 3 Comments
Free Friday Flicks at Boston’s Hatch Shell

Free outdoor movie screenings are one of my favorite parts of summer in Boston. Even if I’ve already seen the movie, there’s something magical about watching it under the stars on a blanket. Two places …

See New England Festival
June 4, 2009 – 4:25 pm | No Comment
See New England Festival

The weather is warm and the outdoors is calling your name.  But, maybe a trip to the tropics just isn’t in the stars (or your wallet) this year.  Luckily there are many a joyful diversion …

Soak up Summer with the Beacon Hill Shopping Stroll
May 31, 2009 – 11:30 am | No Comment
Soak up Summer with the Beacon Hill Shopping Stroll

With the summer weather peeking its head around the corner, Bostonians are eager to shed their jackets and bask in the urban sunshine. But if you’re not one of the lucky few who zoom off …

Free Earthfest Concert this Saturday!
May 25, 2009 – 6:39 am | No Comment
Free Earthfest Concert this Saturday!

Free is a word everyone seems to seek out these days. And Radio 92.9 (formerly WBOS) has been kind enough to provide the good people of Boston with this free concert going on 16 years now.

Sponsored by Whole Foods Market (a personal favorite of mine – their free sample selection is phenomenal), the concert being held this Saturday May 30th, focuses on all things green with a special emphasis on community involvement.

Crash Courses in Wine From The Second Glass
May 20, 2009 – 8:48 am | 2 Comments
Crash Courses in Wine From The Second Glass

Not sure about the difference between a Pinot and Prosecco? Or a Merlot and a Muscat? Then maybe you need a little guidance from The Second Glass. This Boston-based print and online wine magazine offers a hip, unpretentious approach to wine, demystifying the world of wine and helping beer-loving Bostonians learn more about different wine regions, styles of wine, and pairing options. They also offer a weekly email called the Wine of the Weekend. (Full disclosure: I’m friends with the marketing director, but I’d be blogging about this either way. Trust me, it’s that cool.)