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  • Architecture Blossoms In Spring: Photo of the Week

    Back Bay Sun 05.14.13

    When the blossoms pop in our historic Boston neighborhoods they can draw your attention to the architectural details on the building around them. One element makes the other more attractive. We love to photograph the combinations.

    Penny was drawn to the texture of this weeping cherry tree contrasted with the front facade of 270 Commonwealth Avenue and submitted this shot for the cover photo of the Back Bay Sun. The copy reads:

    Architecture Blossoms in Spring

    “I don't divide architecture, landscape and gardening; to me they are one.” 

    (Luis Ramiro Barragán Morfín, Mexican architect 1902 – 1988)

    Back Bay Sun

     You can read some of the stories at the newspaper's website www.backbaysun.com and download a copy of the paper by clicking on the "Full Print Edition" icon in the left hand column. The new issue is usually on the website by Wednesday of each week. Since that icon only lasts until the next paper is published, we have uploaded a copy to this link, so that you can find it anytime.

    In this earlier post is a list of the other places where you can find copies of this local paper. We usually get ours in the Circulation Room at the Boston Public Library in Copley Square. There, you'll also find copies of the The Beacon Hill Times and the The North End Regional Review.  

    We are hearing from friends and neighbors and BostonZest readers who have left the area, that they like us connecting to copies of The Back Bay Sun. We plan to make this a regular feature to remind you of this great collection of local papers from the Independent Newspaper group. 

    Disclosure:  The Independent Newspaper Group, owner of all three of these papers, is one of our freelance clients and you'll see our photographs, columns, and articles in their newpapers. Here are links to all their local papers.

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

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  • Greer Lesson: Always Make Time for a Nap!

    -greer-dozing-in-public Garden-

    We learn a lot of important things from our dog pal Greer. One thing she's tried to teach us is that you should always leave room in your schedule for a nap. She teaches by example and slipped into a doze on a recent visit to the Public Garden. 

    The clicks of the camera did catch her attention but she was not about to wake up completely, so she just gave Ed a slitty-eyed gaze. 

    Thanks for teaching us the important stuff, Greer!

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

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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.

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  • Greer Lesson: Always Make Time for a Nap!

    -greer-dozing-in-public Garden-

    We learn a lot of important things from our dog pal Greer. One thing she's tried to teach us is that you should always leave room in your schedule for a nap. She teaches by example and slipped into a doze on a recent visit to the Public Garden. 

    The clicks of the camera did catch her attention but she was not about to wake up completely, so she just gave Ed a slitty-eyed gaze. 

    Thanks for teaching us the important stuff, Greer!

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a Graduation 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.

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  • Greer Lesson: Always Make Time for a Nap!

    -greer-dozing-in-public Garden-

    We learn a lot of important things from our dog pal Greer. One thing she's tried to teach us is that you should always leave room in your schedule for a nap. She teaches by example and slipped into a doze on a recent visit to the Public Garden. 

    The clicks of the camera did catch her attention but she was not about to wake up completely, so she just gave Ed a slitty-eyed gaze. 

    Thanks for teaching us the important stuff, Greer!

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a Graduation 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.

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  • Made by Hand: Exceptional Work from the North Bennet Street School

    "Made by Hand: a celebration of exceptional work from the North Bennet Street School" includes dozens of one-of-a-kind objects created by the school's students and alumni – from elegant furniture and musical instruments to exquisite jewelry and ornate hand-bound books. 

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos (4)
    This corner cabinet and table were handcrafted by student Paul Whitehead as part of his training in cabinet and furniture making. It is made of black walnut, redwood burl, and holly.  $3,800

    The show is open to the public weekdays from Monday, May 13 through Friday May 24, from 8:00am to 5:00pm, in the main lobby of Two International Place, a soaring office tower overlooking the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Admission is free.

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos (3)

    After graduating from the North Bennet Street School's jewelry making program in 2005, Ilah Cibis set to work crafting beautiful pieces like this charm necklace she named Splash.  $1,000

    One of the country's oldest schools for traditional crafts training, North Bennet Street School has taught career-oriented trade skills since 1885. The nonprofit school is known internationally for excellence in teaching and for its role in promoting and preserving traditional craftsmanship. 

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos
     

    Grecian Yuzenzo is a decorative panel of stained glass and lead made by North Bennet Street School graduate Kate Gakenheimer, whose original training was in preservation carpentry.  $2,300

    The school provides full-time programs and workshops in violin making and repair, bookbinding, cabinet and furniture making, carpentry, preservation carpentry, locksmithing and security technology, jewelry making and repair, and piano technology.

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos (2)
    Event: Made by Hand: a celebration of exceptional work from the North Bennet Street School

    Where: Main Lobby, Two International Place, Boston, MA (map)

    When: Monday, May 13 through Friday, May 24, 2013

    Hours: weekdays, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. 

    Admission: Free

    Handicap Access: Yes

    Reservations: Not required.

    Nearest parking: Two International Place garage and limited street parking (metered).

    Nearest T stops: South Station (Red line), Aquarium (Blue Line)

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    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: Courtesy of the North Bennet Street School  

    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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  • Made by Hand: Exceptional Work from the North Bennet Street School

    "Made by Hand: a celebration of exceptional work from the North Bennet Street School" includes dozens of one-of-a-kind objects created by the school's students and alumni – from elegant furniture and musical instruments to exquisite jewelry and ornate hand-bound books. 

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos (4)
    This corner cabinet and table were handcrafted by student Paul Whitehead as part of his training in cabinet and furniture making. It is made of black walnut, redwood burl, and holly.  $3,800

    The show is open to the public weekdays from Monday, May 13 through Friday May 24, from 8:00am to 5:00pm, in the main lobby of Two International Place, a soaring office tower overlooking the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Admission is free.

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos (3)

    After graduating from the North Bennet Street School's jewelry making program in 2005, Ilah Cibis set to work crafting beautiful pieces like this charm necklace she named Splash.  $1,000

    One of the country's oldest schools for traditional crafts training, North Bennet Street School has taught career-oriented trade skills since 1885. The nonprofit school is known internationally for excellence in teaching and for its role in promoting and preserving traditional craftsmanship. 

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos
     

    Grecian Yuzenzo is a decorative panel of stained glass and lead made by North Bennet Street School graduate Kate Gakenheimer, whose original training was in preservation carpentry.  $2,300

    The school provides full-time programs and workshops in violin making and repair, bookbinding, cabinet and furniture making, carpentry, preservation carpentry, locksmithing and security technology, jewelry making and repair, and piano technology.

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos (2)
    Event: Made by Hand: a celebration of exceptional work from the North Bennet Street School

    Where: Main Lobby, Two International Place, Boston, MA (map)

    When: Monday, May 13 through Friday, May 24, 2013

    Hours: weekdays, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. 

    Admission: Free

    Handicap Access: Yes

    Reservations: Not required.

    Nearest parking: Two International Place garage and limited street parking (metered).

    Nearest T stops: South Station (Red line), Aquarium (Blue Line)

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

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: Courtesy of the North Bennet Street School  

    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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  • Made by Hand: Exceptional Work from the North Bennet Street School

    "Made by Hand: a celebration of exceptional work from the North Bennet Street School" includes dozens of one-of-a-kind objects created by the school's students and alumni – from elegant furniture and musical instruments to exquisite jewelry and ornate hand-bound books. 

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos (4)
    This corner cabinet and table were handcrafted by student Paul Whitehead as part of his training in cabinet and furniture making. It is made of black walnut, redwood burl, and holly.  $3,800

    The show is open to the public weekdays from Monday, May 13 through Friday May 24, from 8:00am to 5:00pm, in the main lobby of Two International Place, a soaring office tower overlooking the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Admission is free.

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos (3)

    After graduating from the North Bennet Street School's jewelry making program in 2005, Ilah Cibis set to work crafting beautiful pieces like this charm necklace she named Splash.  $1,000

    One of the country's oldest schools for traditional crafts training, North Bennet Street School has taught career-oriented trade skills since 1885. The nonprofit school is known internationally for excellence in teaching and for its role in promoting and preserving traditional craftsmanship. 

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos
     

    Grecian Yuzenzo is a decorative panel of stained glass and lead made by North Bennet Street School graduate Kate Gakenheimer, whose original training was in preservation carpentry.  $2,300

    The school provides full-time programs and workshops in violin making and repair, bookbinding, cabinet and furniture making, carpentry, preservation carpentry, locksmithing and security technology, jewelry making and repair, and piano technology.

    NOrth Bennet Street School photos (2)
    Event: Made by Hand: a celebration of exceptional work from the North Bennet Street School

    Where: Main Lobby, Two International Place, Boston, MA (map)

    When: Monday, May 13 through Friday, May 24, 2013

    Hours: weekdays, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. 

    Admission: Free

    Handicap Access: Yes

    Reservations: Not required.

    Nearest parking: Two International Place garage and limited street parking (metered).

    Nearest T stops: South Station (Red line), Aquarium (Blue Line)

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

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: Courtesy of the North Bennet Street School  

    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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  • Early Season at the Copley Square Market

    The Copley Square Farmers' Market opened on Tuesday and we were there gathering fresh food and taking photos to report to our BostonZest readers.

    This market is a meeting place for the surrounding communities. We ran into friends and neighbors and enjoyed catching up with them and the vendors we've come to know over the years.

    Atlas-greens-

    Atlas Farm had a great selection of greens. We have an Atlas Market Share and picked up romaine lettuce and baby arugula. They hope to have asparagus and strawberries perhaps as early as Friday's Copley Market.

    Rhubarb- Rhubarb- (1)

    Early season favorites like rhubarb and radishes were on the Foppema's Farm/Keown Orchards stand.

    Honey-

    We were happy to see a good supply of our favorite honey at this stand.

    -stillmans-annuals-herbs-plants-starters-

    Stillman's Farm has a good selection of annuals, herbs, and flowers to plant in your own garden, and a good supply of meat from Stillman's at the Turkey Farm.

    Stillman's farmers!

    As always, it's good to see our farmers back. The Stillman team stopped long enough to pose for us.

    -mushrooms- green garlic-sienna-farm-

    Mushrooms were on offer at Siena Farms.

    Copley-market- purchases- farmers- market-

    Here's what we brought home today: Greens from Atlas Farm, bread from Iggy's, Spicy Pickles from Maine Homestead Farm, a three-course lunch from Seta's Mediterranean Foods, Almonds from Fastachi, Feta cheese from Narragansett Creamery and granola bars from Cook's Farm Orchard.

    There were plenty of prepared foods, baked goods, and lunch options at the market. And, of course, each new market will bring more fresh food harvested by local farms.

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    Details:

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

  • Early Season at the Copley Square Market

    The Copley Square Farmers' Market opened on Tuesday and we were there gathering fresh food and taking photos to report to our BostonZest readers.

    This market is a meeting place for the surrounding communities. We ran into friends and neighbors and enjoyed catching up with them and the vendors we've come to know over the years.

    Atlas-greens-

    Atlas Farm had a great selection of greens. We have an Atlas Market Share and picked up romaine lettuce and baby arugula. They hope to have asparagus and strawberries perhaps as early as Friday's Copley Market.

    Rhubarb- Rhubarb- (1)

    Early season favorites like rhubarb and radishes were on the Foppema's Farm/Keown Orchards stand.

    Honey-

    We were happy to see a good supply of our favorite honey at this stand.

    -stillmans-annuals-herbs-plants-starters-

    Stillman's Farm has a good selection of annuals, herbs, and flowers to plant in your own garden, and a good supply of meat from Stillman's at the Turkey Farm.

    Stillman's farmers!

    As always, it's good to see our farmers back. The Stillman team stopped long enough to pose for us.

    -mushrooms- green garlic-sienna-farm-

    Mushrooms were on offer at Siena Farms.

    Copley-market- purchases- farmers- market-

    Here's what we brought home today: Greens from Atlas Farm, bread from Iggy's, Spicy Pickles from Maine Homestead Farm, a three-course lunch from Seta's Mediterranean Foods, Almonds from Fastachi, Feta cheese from Narragansett Creamery and granola bars from Cook's Farm Orchard.

    There were plenty of prepared foods, baked goods, and lunch options at the market. And, of course, each new market will bring more fresh food harvested by local farms.

    What's on your Food Lover's Shopping List? Shop Amazon for all your Kitchen & Dining needs and support this site!

     

    Details:

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

  • Early Season at the Copley Square Market

    The Copley Square Farmers' Market opened on Tuesday and we were there gathering fresh food and taking photos to report to our BostonZest readers.

    This market is a meeting place for the surrounding communities. We ran into friends and neighbors and enjoyed catching up with them and the vendors we've come to know over the years.

    Atlas-greens-

    Atlas Farm had a great selection of greens. We have an Atlas Market Share and picked up romaine lettuce and baby arugula. They hope to have asparagus and strawberries perhaps as early as Friday's Copley Market.

    Rhubarb- Rhubarb- (1)

    Early season favorites like rhubarb and radishes were on the Foppema's Farm/Keown Orchards stand.

    Honey-

    We were happy to see a good supply of our favorite honey at this stand.

    -stillmans-annuals-herbs-plants-starters-

    Stillman's Farm has a good selection of annuals, herbs, and flowers to plant in your own garden, and a good supply of meat from Stillman's at the Turkey Farm.

    Stillman's farmers!

    As always, it's good to see our farmers back. The Stillman team stopped long enough to pose for us.

    -mushrooms- green garlic-sienna-farm-

    Mushrooms were on offer at Siena Farms.

    Copley-market- purchases- farmers- market-

    Here's what we brought home today: Greens from Atlas Farm, bread from Iggy's, Spicy Pickles from Maine Homestead Farm, a three-course lunch from Seta's Mediterranean Foods, Almonds from Fastachi, Feta cheese from Narragansett Creamery and granola bars from Cook's Farm Orchard.

    There were plenty of prepared foods, baked goods, and lunch options at the market. And, of course, each new market will bring more fresh food harvested by local farms.

    What's on your Food Lover's Shopping List? Shop Amazon for all your Kitchen & Dining needs and support this site!

     

    Details:

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