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  • A Columbus Day Salute to the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park

    This is the perfect day to give a round of applause and a pat on the back to the volunteers who make up The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park. 

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    This waterfront gem wouldn't be the welcoming and attractive part of the city that it is without the efforts of this group. The next time you enjoy the park consider making a small donation of your time or money to the all-volunteer group that makes it a better place.

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2010 Ed Cherubino  

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  • Opening Our Doors 2012: Free Events in the Fenway October 8th

    Looking for something fun to do on Columbus Day, Monday, October 8th? The Fenway Alliance has a full day of great, FREE events scheduled. Each year they organize Opening Our Doors. Today, this event is our Friday Link.

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    They say: "Opening Our Doors in the Fenway brings together many of Boston’s best cultural and academic institutions, community organizations and business partners in a wonderfully diverse day of free cultural activities for the whole family. Events range from music and dance performances to historical tours, lectures, walking tours of the Fenway, glass blowing demonstrations, indoor kite flying and much more!"

    You can download the full SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.

    We say: The Fenway neighborhood is far more than Kenmore Square, sports, and nightclubs. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know the artistic and cultural treasures that bring dollars into our economy and support year round jobs.

    Related Post: What's Open on Columbus Day 2012 in Boston and MBTA Schedule Changes

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  • Opening Our Doors 2012: Free Events in the Fenway October 8th

    Looking for something fun to do on Columbus Day, Monday, October 8th? The Fenway Alliance has a full day of great, FREE events scheduled. Each year they organize Opening Our Doors. Today, this event is our Friday Link.

    Opening our doors 2012

    They say: "Opening Our Doors in the Fenway brings together many of Boston’s best cultural and academic institutions, community organizations and business partners in a wonderfully diverse day of free cultural activities for the whole family. Events range from music and dance performances to historical tours, lectures, walking tours of the Fenway, glass blowing demonstrations, indoor kite flying and much more!"

    You can download the full SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.

    We say: The Fenway neighborhood is far more than Kenmore Square, sports, and nightclubs. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know the artistic and cultural treasures that bring dollars into our economy and support year round jobs.

    Related Post: What's Open on Columbus Day 2012 in Boston and MBTA Schedule Changes

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
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  • Opening Our Doors 2012: Free Events in the Fenway October 8th

    Looking for something fun to do on Columbus Day, Monday, October 8th? The Fenway Alliance has a full day of great, FREE events scheduled. Each year they organize Opening Our Doors. Today, this event is our Friday Link.

    Opening our doors 2012

    They say: "Opening Our Doors in the Fenway brings together many of Boston’s best cultural and academic institutions, community organizations and business partners in a wonderfully diverse day of free cultural activities for the whole family. Events range from music and dance performances to historical tours, lectures, walking tours of the Fenway, glass blowing demonstrations, indoor kite flying and much more!"

    You can download the full SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.

    We say: The Fenway neighborhood is far more than Kenmore Square, sports, and nightclubs. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know the artistic and cultural treasures that bring dollars into our economy and support year round jobs.

    Related Post: What's Open on Columbus Day 2012 in Boston and MBTA Schedule Changes

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Screengrab from Opening Our Doors 2012   

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  • What’s Open on Columbus Day 2012 In Boston and MBTA Schedule Changes

    Here's a run-down of what's open and closed in Boston on Columbus Day and changes to MBTA schedules for October 8, 2012.

    Update: Here's the link to the 2015 version of this information.

    What's Open & Closed in Boston on Columbus Day  2015 Plus Trash, Parking, MBTA Schedules & More.

     

    We've also added information on parking, street sweeping, traffic alerts, road closures, parades, and trash collection.

    This is one of those holidays when, for a lot of people, it's "business as usual." Even the stock market is open.

    We publish these reminders before each holiday to help our readers make their holiday plans.

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    There's a statue of Columbus in Louisburg Square

    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets: Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: Open

    City, Town, State and Federal offices and facilities are closed: This includes Schools, Libraries, and the Postal Service (express mail will be delivered). Only emergency services are available.

    Financial Services: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with most Banks closed. But, each year more banks decide to keep a few branches open. Check with your own bank. 

    Stock market: Open as are international markets.

    Boston Parking: City website says, "Free parking at all city meters. All other rules apply.

    Street Sweeping: City website says, "Daytime street sweeping is suspended on city holidays, but nighttime sweeping schedules remain in effect."

    Boston Trash Collection: From this page on the city site.

    "Monday, October 8 | 7am – Saturday, October 13, 2012 | 5pm

    Delay trash and recycling pickup 1 day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.

    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Traffic Alerts/Road closures: More will be added as we are made aware of them.

    MBTA Columbus Day Schedules 2012

    The MBTA has announced schedules for Columbus Day, Monday, October 8, 2012. The service schedules vary from Saturday, to modified Saturday, and regular weekday, to modified weekday. Full Details Here!

    For additional information on routes, schedules, and fares, contact the MBTA at (617) 222-3200, TTY 617-222-5146, or visit them at: www.mbta.com.

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.

  • What’s Open on Columbus Day 2012 In Boston and MBTA Schedule Changes

    Here's a run-down of what's open and closed in Boston on Columbus Day and changes to MBTA schedules for October 8, 2012.

    Update: Here's the link to the 2015 version of this information.

    What's Open & Closed in Boston on Columbus Day  2015 Plus Trash, Parking, MBTA Schedules & More.

     

    We've also added information on parking, street sweeping, traffic alerts, road closures, parades, and trash collection.

    This is one of those holidays when, for a lot of people, it's "business as usual." Even the stock market is open.

    We publish these reminders before each holiday to help our readers make their holiday plans.

    PMC_0155 - Version 22012-04-04-chistopher-columbus-louisburg-square-boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    There's a statue of Columbus in Louisburg Square

    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets: Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: Open

    City, Town, State and Federal offices and facilities are closed: This includes Schools, Libraries, and the Postal Service (express mail will be delivered). Only emergency services are available.

    Financial Services: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with most Banks closed. But, each year more banks decide to keep a few branches open. Check with your own bank. 

    Stock market: Open as are international markets.

    Boston Parking: City website says, "Free parking at all city meters. All other rules apply.

    Street Sweeping: City website says, "Daytime street sweeping is suspended on city holidays, but nighttime sweeping schedules remain in effect."

    Boston Trash Collection: From this page on the city site.

    "Monday, October 8 | 7am – Saturday, October 13, 2012 | 5pm

    Delay trash and recycling pickup 1 day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.

    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Traffic Alerts/Road closures: More will be added as we are made aware of them.

    MBTA Columbus Day Schedules 2012

    The MBTA has announced schedules for Columbus Day, Monday, October 8, 2012. The service schedules vary from Saturday, to modified Saturday, and regular weekday, to modified weekday. Full Details Here!

    For additional information on routes, schedules, and fares, contact the MBTA at (617) 222-3200, TTY 617-222-5146, or visit them at: www.mbta.com.

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.

  • What’s Open on Columbus Day 2012 In Boston and MBTA Schedule Changes

    Here's a run-down of what's open and closed in Boston on Columbus Day and changes to MBTA schedules for October 8, 2012.

    Update: Here's the link to the 2015 version of this information.

    What's Open & Closed in Boston on Columbus Day  2015 Plus Trash, Parking, MBTA Schedules & More.

     

    We've also added information on parking, street sweeping, traffic alerts, road closures, parades, and trash collection.

    This is one of those holidays when, for a lot of people, it's "business as usual." Even the stock market is open.

    We publish these reminders before each holiday to help our readers make their holiday plans.

    PMC_0155 - Version 22012-04-04-chistopher-columbus-louisburg-square-boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    There's a statue of Columbus in Louisburg Square

    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets: Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: Open

    City, Town, State and Federal offices and facilities are closed: This includes Schools, Libraries, and the Postal Service (express mail will be delivered). Only emergency services are available.

    Financial Services: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with most Banks closed. But, each year more banks decide to keep a few branches open. Check with your own bank. 

    Stock market: Open as are international markets.

    Boston Parking: City website says, "Free parking at all city meters. All other rules apply.

    Street Sweeping: City website says, "Daytime street sweeping is suspended on city holidays, but nighttime sweeping schedules remain in effect."

    Boston Trash Collection: From this page on the city site.

    "Monday, October 8 | 7am – Saturday, October 13, 2012 | 5pm

    Delay trash and recycling pickup 1 day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.

    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Traffic Alerts/Road closures: More will be added as we are made aware of them.

    MBTA Columbus Day Schedules 2012

    The MBTA has announced schedules for Columbus Day, Monday, October 8, 2012. The service schedules vary from Saturday, to modified Saturday, and regular weekday, to modified weekday. Full Details Here!

    For additional information on routes, schedules, and fares, contact the MBTA at (617) 222-3200, TTY 617-222-5146, or visit them at: www.mbta.com.

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 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.

  • Dogs on Public Transit, Boston: 101

    As our way of welcoming new residents to Boston, we'll be adding to and updating our Boston:101 category. Today, we'll share some of the ways we get around with a dog since we don't own a car. You'll find lots of links in this Friday Link post.

     DSC_8029 - Version 22012-09-17-poppy-MBTA-dog on T-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Here's our girl, Poppy, waiting inside an MBTA subway station. Dogs can ride the T. Over at www.mbta.com you'll find the details. 

    "Service animals are allowed on the T at all times. During off-peak hours, non-service dogs are allowed at the discretion of T vehicle operators. Dogs must be properly leashed and are not allowed to annoy riders or take up a seat. For safety and convenience during rush hours, small domestic animals must be carried in lap-sized containers and out of the way of exits."

    DSC_8043 - Version 22012-09-17-poppy-MBTA-dog on T-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    We don't give much thought to the sights and sounds of a subway ride but as a new experience for a dog, it can be frightening. We started Poppy out with a quick ride from Copley to Hynes and now with a few trips under her paws, she seems ready to go to the ends of the lines. 

    These rules apply to all the MBTA services: subway, streetcar, bus, commuter rail, and ferry.

    On the Water

    Speaking of ferries, you can also take your dog on Boston Harbor Cruises for a trip around the harbor, or to Winthrop, Hingham, Charlestown, Salem, or Provincetown. (Some routes are seasonal)

    City Water Taxi will be happy to zip you across the harbor with your dog. 

    The ferries that take you out to the Boston Harbor Islands will be running on their fall schedule until Columbus Day, October 8th this year. Here's what they say about dogs.

    " Pets are restricted in the park to foster visitor safety and resource protection.  Dogs are welcomed at Deer and Nut Islands, Worlds End, and Webb Memorial (peninsulas accessible by car only).  Day visitors may bring dogs to Bumpkin and Grape Islands, though not in camping areas.  No pets are allowed on other islands in the park.  Service dogs are permitted on all islands."

    Taxis

    We alert the taxi dispather that we have a small dog with us when we call for a cab. That way we can avoid drivers who don't want to take us. So far, we have not had a problem calling for a taxi with our dog. We do bring a pad to put on the seat so that the next passenger doesn't end up with dog hair on their clothing. And, we like to carry Poppy in her Sherpa Bag Pet Carrier when we're in a car. We use the center seat belt to secure the bag in case of an accident. 

    DSC_8084 - Version 22012-09-17-poppy-MBTA-dog on T-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino
     

    Amtrak & Intercity Buses: where you are not welcome!

    Happy Update 2015: Some pet are now welcome on Amtrak: Get Ready for Amtrak's "All Aboard" for Dogs & Cats

    While this national railroad service seems to need all the passengers and support it can get, it continues to discriminate against citizens who travel with their dogs. Only specific service animals are allowed and even that is restricted. 

    With nearby, dog-friendly Portland, Maine connected to Boston by the Downeaster, we'd take the train often if our dog could come with us.

    We have not been able to find a bus service to New York that allows us to ride with a dog. If you know of one, please share.

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. It doesn't cost you any more but they put a few coins in our tip jar.

    What's on your fall shopping list. Click here for fall season savings over at Amazon.

     

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  
     

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  • Dogs on Public Transit, Boston: 101

    As our way of welcoming new residents to Boston, we'll be adding to and updating our Boston:101 category. Today, we'll share some of the ways we get around with a dog since we don't own a car. You'll find lots of links in this Friday Link post.

     DSC_8029 - Version 22012-09-17-poppy-MBTA-dog on T-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Here's our girl, Poppy, waiting inside an MBTA subway station. Dogs can ride the T. Over at www.mbta.com you'll find the details. 

    "Service animals are allowed on the T at all times. During off-peak hours, non-service dogs are allowed at the discretion of T vehicle operators. Dogs must be properly leashed and are not allowed to annoy riders or take up a seat. For safety and convenience during rush hours, small domestic animals must be carried in lap-sized containers and out of the way of exits."

    DSC_8043 - Version 22012-09-17-poppy-MBTA-dog on T-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    We don't give much thought to the sights and sounds of a subway ride but as a new experience for a dog, it can be frightening. We started Poppy out with a quick ride from Copley to Hynes and now with a few trips under her paws, she seems ready to go to the ends of the lines. 

    These rules apply to all the MBTA services: subway, streetcar, bus, commuter rail, and ferry.

    On the Water

    Speaking of ferries, you can also take your dog on Boston Harbor Cruises for a trip around the harbor, or to Winthrop, Hingham, Charlestown, Salem, or Provincetown. (Some routes are seasonal)

    City Water Taxi will be happy to zip you across the harbor with your dog. 

    The ferries that take you out to the Boston Harbor Islands will be running on their fall schedule until Columbus Day, October 8th this year. Here's what they say about dogs.

    " Pets are restricted in the park to foster visitor safety and resource protection.  Dogs are welcomed at Deer and Nut Islands, Worlds End, and Webb Memorial (peninsulas accessible by car only).  Day visitors may bring dogs to Bumpkin and Grape Islands, though not in camping areas.  No pets are allowed on other islands in the park.  Service dogs are permitted on all islands."

    Taxis

    We alert the taxi dispather that we have a small dog with us when we call for a cab. That way we can avoid drivers who don't want to take us. So far, we have not had a problem calling for a taxi with our dog. We do bring a pad to put on the seat so that the next passenger doesn't end up with dog hair on their clothing. And, we like to carry Poppy in her Sherpa Bag Pet Carrier when we're in a car. We use the center seat belt to secure the bag in case of an accident. 

    DSC_8084 - Version 22012-09-17-poppy-MBTA-dog on T-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino
     

    Amtrak & Intercity Buses: where you are not welcome!

    Happy Update 2015: Some pet are now welcome on Amtrak: Get Ready for Amtrak's "All Aboard" for Dogs & Cats

    While this national railroad service seems to need all the passengers and support it can get, it continues to discriminate against citizens who travel with their dogs. Only specific service animals are allowed and even that is restricted. 

    With nearby, dog-friendly Portland, Maine connected to Boston by the Downeaster, we'd take the train often if our dog could come with us.

    We have not been able to find a bus service to New York that allows us to ride with a dog. If you know of one, please share.

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. It doesn't cost you any more but they put a few coins in our tip jar.

    What's on your fall shopping list. Click here for fall season savings over at Amazon.

     

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  
     

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  • Dogs on Public Transit, Boston: 101

    As our way of welcoming new residents to Boston, we'll be adding to and updating our Boston:101 category. Today, we'll share some of the ways we get around with a dog since we don't own a car. You'll find lots of links in this Friday Link post.

     DSC_8029 - Version 22012-09-17-poppy-MBTA-dog on T-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Here's our girl, Poppy, waiting inside an MBTA subway station. Dogs can ride the T. Over at www.mbta.com you'll find the details. 

    "Service animals are allowed on the T at all times. During off-peak hours, non-service dogs are allowed at the discretion of T vehicle operators. Dogs must be properly leashed and are not allowed to annoy riders or take up a seat. For safety and convenience during rush hours, small domestic animals must be carried in lap-sized containers and out of the way of exits."

    DSC_8043 - Version 22012-09-17-poppy-MBTA-dog on T-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    We don't give much thought to the sights and sounds of a subway ride but as a new experience for a dog, it can be frightening. We started Poppy out with a quick ride from Copley to Hynes and now with a few trips under her paws, she seems ready to go to the ends of the lines. 

    These rules apply to all the MBTA services: subway, streetcar, bus, commuter rail, and ferry.

    On the Water

    Speaking of ferries, you can also take your dog on Boston Harbor Cruises for a trip around the harbor, or to Winthrop, Hingham, Charlestown, Salem, or Provincetown. (Some routes are seasonal)

    City Water Taxi will be happy to zip you across the harbor with your dog. 

    The ferries that take you out to the Boston Harbor Islands will be running on their fall schedule until Columbus Day, October 8th this year. Here's what they say about dogs.

    " Pets are restricted in the park to foster visitor safety and resource protection.  Dogs are welcomed at Deer and Nut Islands, Worlds End, and Webb Memorial (peninsulas accessible by car only).  Day visitors may bring dogs to Bumpkin and Grape Islands, though not in camping areas.  No pets are allowed on other islands in the park.  Service dogs are permitted on all islands."

    Taxis

    We alert the taxi dispather that we have a small dog with us when we call for a cab. That way we can avoid drivers who don't want to take us. So far, we have not had a problem calling for a taxi with our dog. We do bring a pad to put on the seat so that the next passenger doesn't end up with dog hair on their clothing. And, we like to carry Poppy in her Sherpa Bag Pet Carrier when we're in a car. We use the center seat belt to secure the bag in case of an accident. 

    DSC_8084 - Version 22012-09-17-poppy-MBTA-dog on T-westie-© 2011 Penny Cherubino
     

    Amtrak & Intercity Buses: where you are not welcome!

    Happy Update 2015: Some pet are now welcome on Amtrak: Get Ready for Amtrak's "All Aboard" for Dogs & Cats

    While this national railroad service seems to need all the passengers and support it can get, it continues to discriminate against citizens who travel with their dogs. Only specific service animals are allowed and even that is restricted. 

    With nearby, dog-friendly Portland, Maine connected to Boston by the Downeaster, we'd take the train often if our dog could come with us.

    We have not been able to find a bus service to New York that allows us to ride with a dog. If you know of one, please share.

    Thanks to everyone who hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support. It doesn't cost you any more but they put a few coins in our tip jar.

    What's on your fall shopping list. Click here for fall season savings over at Amazon.

     

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  
     

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