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Boston Public Library Mobile App: Our Friday Link

Penny is a heavy user of the Boston Public Library (BPL). She downloaded the new BPL Mobile App the day it was announced and has been using it and raving about it ever since!

When we get ready to go for a walk, she can do a quick check to see if any of the books on our "borrowed shelf" are due. And, with a couple of touches, she can check "renew it" if eligible.

Anytime we are near the library, she can open the app and, in one touch, see if she has any "holds" that are ready for pick up.

When a friend recommends a book, she can do a search to see if the library has a copy and put it on hold or add it to her "personal bookshelf" to borrow at a future date.

It's a well-designed, efficient, and very useful app and a welcome addition to the Boston Public Library's outstanding array of digital services.

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Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino

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September 13, 2013
Welcome to Boston! Register to Vote for Fall Elections 2013
Here are the dates and deadlines for the Fall 2013 elections. If you are new to Boston or will be registering to vote for the first time, you have until 8 pm on October 16, 2013 to register for the November 5, 2013 election.

(The deadline for the Preliminary Boston Mayoral/Municipal Election on September 24th has already passed.)

Election November 5, 2013: Including the election of a Mayor and City Council Members in Boston from Boston Elections Department.
- October 16, 2013- 8:00 p.m. Last hour and day for registration of voters for Municipal Election.
- November 5, 2013- 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. — ELECTION DAY.
Related Post: The Voter Registration Jury Duty Myth – If you're reluctant to register to vote because you think it will make you more likely to be called for jury duty, we've already researched that idea and learned that it is a myth.

Related Post: Sick of Political and Polling Phone Calls? Change your outgoing message to ours!

Where to Register in Boston
The Boston Elections Department is located in room 241 at Boston City Hall and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except on city holidays.

Election Department contact information:
Room 241 Boston City Hall
Telephone: 617.635.3767
Email: Election@cityofboston.gov

You can download forms at: www.cityofboston.gov/elections and that link is information central for all matters about voting in Boston.

Details on Voter Registration

Complete information, including the identification documents you need and other ways to register to vote, can be found at the Elections Page at the Secretary of State's office.
Follow BostonZest on Twitter for any updates.

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

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Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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September 10, 2013
Welcome to Boston! Register to Vote for Fall Elections 2013
Here are the dates and deadlines for the Fall 2013 elections. If you are new to Boston or will be registering to vote for the first time, you have until 8 pm on October 16, 2013 to register for the November 5, 2013 election.

(The deadline for the Preliminary Boston Mayoral/Municipal Election on September 24th has already passed.)

Election November 5, 2013: Including the election of a Mayor and City Council Members in Boston from Boston Elections Department.
- October 16, 2013- 8:00 p.m. Last hour and day for registration of voters for Municipal Election.
- November 5, 2013- 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. — ELECTION DAY.
Related Post: The Voter Registration Jury Duty Myth – If you're reluctant to register to vote because you think it will make you more likely to be called for jury duty, we've already researched that idea and learned that it is a myth.

Related Post: Sick of Political and Polling Phone Calls? Change your outgoing message to ours!

Where to Register in Boston
The Boston Elections Department is located in room 241 at Boston City Hall and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except on city holidays.

Election Department contact information:
Room 241 Boston City Hall
Telephone: 617.635.3767
Email: Election@cityofboston.gov

You can download forms at: www.cityofboston.gov/elections and that link is information central for all matters about voting in Boston.

Details on Voter Registration

Complete information, including the identification documents you need and other ways to register to vote, can be found at the Elections Page at the Secretary of State's office.
Follow BostonZest on Twitter for any updates.

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Details:

Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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Mass. Senate special election set for June 25 – Boston.com

Finding a Boston Rental with a Dog

Chicken Soup for a Sick Friend

Needs more cowbell

Boston Tweet's Terrific Late Night Dining List
September 10, 2013
Welcome to Boston! Register to Vote for Fall Elections 2013
Here are the dates and deadlines for the Fall 2013 elections. If you are new to Boston or will be registering to vote for the first time, you have until 8 pm on October 16, 2013 to register for the November 5, 2013 election.

(The deadline for the Preliminary Boston Mayoral/Municipal Election on September 24th has already passed.)

Election November 5, 2013: Including the election of a Mayor and City Council Members in Boston from Boston Elections Department.
- October 16, 2013- 8:00 p.m. Last hour and day for registration of voters for Municipal Election.
- November 5, 2013- 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. — ELECTION DAY.
Related Post: The Voter Registration Jury Duty Myth – If you're reluctant to register to vote because you think it will make you more likely to be called for jury duty, we've already researched that idea and learned that it is a myth.

Related Post: Sick of Political and Polling Phone Calls? Change your outgoing message to ours!

Where to Register in Boston
The Boston Elections Department is located in room 241 at Boston City Hall and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except on city holidays.

Election Department contact information:
Room 241 Boston City Hall
Telephone: 617.635.3767
Email: Election@cityofboston.gov

You can download forms at: www.cityofboston.gov/elections and that link is information central for all matters about voting in Boston.

Details on Voter Registration

Complete information, including the identification documents you need and other ways to register to vote, can be found at the Elections Page at the Secretary of State's office.
Follow BostonZest on Twitter for any updates.

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Details:

Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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Mass. Senate special election set for June 25 – Boston.com

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Chicken Soup for a Sick Friend

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September 10, 2013
Could You Move to Your New Boston Home on a Bike?

You would have to really declutter and keep your possessions to a minimum but we have heard tales of people moving from one Boston area home to another on a bike. Or with the help of friends on a few bikes with trailers attached.

We thought that might be what we had here when we shot a photo of this woman hauling totes of something on her trailer during the big move weekend. But as she pulled away, we saw the bike.barismo.com, complete with logo, on the rear of the trailer. (Twitter: @barismobike) She was probably delivering coffee.

However, we discovered that Gentle Giant, the mover that we consider the best anywhere, added Bike Moves back in 2012.

As so many of us declutter and lighten the load of material objects in our lives, keeping in mind those who live so lightly on the land that they can move on a bike, is inspirational!

Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. What's on your "Off to College" shopping list? Shop Amazon for all your back to school needs and support this site!

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Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

September 3, 2013
Could You Move to Your New Boston Home on a Bike?

You would have to really declutter and keep your possessions to a minimum but we have heard tales of people moving from one Boston area home to another on a bike. Or with the help of friends on a few bikes with trailers attached.

We thought that might be what we had here when we shot a photo of this woman hauling totes of something on her trailer during the big move weekend. But as she pulled away, we saw the bike.barismo.com, complete with logo, on the rear of the trailer. (Twitter: @barismobike) She was probably delivering coffee.

However, we discovered that Gentle Giant, the mover that we consider the best anywhere, added Bike Moves back in 2012.

As so many of us declutter and lighten the load of material objects in our lives, keeping in mind those who live so lightly on the land that they can move on a bike, is inspirational!

Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. What's on your "Off to College" shopping list? Shop Amazon for all your back to school needs and support this site!

Details:

Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

September 3, 2013
Could You Move to Your New Boston Home on a Bike?

You would have to really declutter and keep your possessions to a minimum but we have heard tales of people moving from one Boston area home to another on a bike. Or with the help of friends on a few bikes with trailers attached.

We thought that might be what we had here when we shot a photo of this woman hauling totes of something on her trailer during the big move weekend. But as she pulled away, we saw the bike.barismo.com, complete with logo, on the rear of the trailer. (Twitter: @barismobike) She was probably delivering coffee.

However, we discovered that Gentle Giant, the mover that we consider the best anywhere, added Bike Moves back in 2012.

As so many of us declutter and lighten the load of material objects in our lives, keeping in mind those who live so lightly on the land that they can move on a bike, is inspirational!

Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. What's on your "Off to College" shopping list? Shop Amazon for all your back to school needs and support this site!

Details:

Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

September 3, 2013
George Washington, Refreshed & Renewed

Last week, we told you why the Statue of George Washington in the Public Garden was under wraps.

Today, we give you photos of our first Commander in Chief all polished up and renewed. The conservators have even replaced his sword blade.

Unfortunately, the replacement blades are plastic, these days, since this part of the memorial is so often vandalized.

The art conservators who work to restore this statue (and know what they are doing) won't climb on it without building a scafolding to protect the fragile base of the monument.

But, obviously the criminal element who climb it to steal the sword or deface it with promotional material for area sporting events don't care if they damage it.

Nor, do they care about the people who come here from all over the world and would like to take a photograph of the statue with the sword and without the addition of a tacky sports ad.

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a birthday or wedding gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Details:

Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

August 27, 2013
George Washington, Refreshed & Renewed

Last week, we told you why the Statue of George Washington in the Public Garden was under wraps.

Today, we give you photos of our first Commander in Chief all polished up and renewed. The conservators have even replaced his sword blade.

Unfortunately, the replacement blades are plastic, these days, since this part of the memorial is so often vandalized.

The art conservators who work to restore this statue (and know what they are doing) won't climb on it without building a scafolding to protect the fragile base of the monument.

But, obviously the criminal element who climb it to steal the sword or deface it with promotional material for area sporting events don't care if they damage it.

Nor, do they care about the people who come here from all over the world and would like to take a photograph of the statue with the sword and without the addition of a tacky sports ad.

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a birthday or wedding gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Details:

Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

August 27, 2013
George Washington, Refreshed & Renewed

Last week, we told you why the Statue of George Washington in the Public Garden was under wraps.

Today, we give you photos of our first Commander in Chief all polished up and renewed. The conservators have even replaced his sword blade.

Unfortunately, the replacement blades are plastic, these days, since this part of the memorial is so often vandalized.

The art conservators who work to restore this statue (and know what they are doing) won't climb on it without building a scafolding to protect the fragile base of the monument.

But, obviously the criminal element who climb it to steal the sword or deface it with promotional material for area sporting events don't care if they damage it.

Nor, do they care about the people who come here from all over the world and would like to take a photograph of the statue with the sword and without the addition of a tacky sports ad.

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a birthday or wedding gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Details:

Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2013 Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

August 27, 2013