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JP-based Endowment for Unexceptional Humans rewards average people's big dreams
By Katie Lannan Amy Clark is unexceptional. She is a writer, a college professor, and a tutor. She’s volunteered in Tanzania, and she’s started a scholarship foundation. But if it
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Jake Johnson from ‘New Girl’ chats on Boston.com
Actor Jake Johnson told his local fans all about his costar Zooey Deschanel, his Tuesday night trip to Fenway Park, and his upcoming movie p...
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Spring gardening calendar and tips
Globe correspondent Ellen Wells offers weekly advice for activities to prepare your garden for the upcoming season.
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Spotted in Boston
Capturing the faces and places that make up Boston's vibrant nightlife scene.
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Race day approaching, I'm feeling the nerves
What I did: Stair sprints (20 minutes) weights (20 minutes) 1 min plank On my playlist: "Take on me" by A-ha My first 5K race...
Review: Verloren, Norse Legend
The Boston Beer Co. is getting more and more daring with these Samuel Adams Single Batch beers. The latest two, which come out this month, are...
Food chat May 2 at 11 a.m.
Todd English's Olives has miraculously reopened. Michael Schlow's Happy's Bar & Kitchen opens Wednesday, when Boston Speed Dog's new truck debuts. Noma is No. 1...
Don't look down
No, that was not Spider Man in drag walking down the side of the new Revere Hotel Boston Common last night. The Revere (which,...
One more try?
Q: Dear Meredith, About 6 months ago, my boyfriend of less than a year broke up with me abruptly, citing a number of reasons...
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Spring Vegetable Risotto
Are you completely obsessed with spring produce? Do you find yourself staring at the wall of greens in your supermarket, going through your mental recipe...
Facebook Friending of the Victorian Era
Robert Dimmick, a.k.a. Etiquetteer Local out etiquette expert brings Victorian era manners to life at Back Bay's historic Gibson House. How did anyone ever...
Campaign Advice from Ancient Rome
Here's a real gem from the May/June issue of Foreign Affairs: "Campaign Tips From Cicero: The Art of Politics, From the Tiber to the Potomac."...
Was Junior Seau’s suicide caused by previous concussions?
The apparent suicide Wednesday of former Patriots linebacker Junior Seau has raised an important concern for parents with children involved ...
Boston Tree Party Documentaries
The Boston Tree Party is back in action and hosting two screenings of their Boston Tree Party documentary (complete with sparkling cider, of course). They've...
“Black Gold” Compost Sale May 12
The best soil amendment for your garden and lawn is organic aged cow manure because cows have four stomachs so weed seeds are fully digested...
Chat today at noon!
<a href="http://www.coveritlive.com/mobile.php/option=com_mobile/task=viewaltcast/altcast_code=42e210af63" >Miss Conduct on etiquette -- May 2 at noon</a>...
20 percent off jewelry and scarves at Patch NYC
Patch NYC is taking 20 percent off jewelry and scarves from its own line through Sunday. Finds include intricately crafted earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings...
On whether red wine can ever be fish wine
When suppertime rolled around last Sunday night and I had an open bottle of a favorite red wine standing by (2008 Closerie des Alisiers Hautes...
About that picky eater (again)
Hi Barbara, I have a picky three year old that has a very limited diet. He refuses to try any new foods, it has been...
Great Design Goes Green at Circle Furniture
Advocates of keeping style high and environmental impact low were our speakers (from left) Owen Kantor, Stephanie Birchenough, John Day, and Sally Grant. By Molly...
Dos, don'ts for a work wardrobe
Do you have your first round of interviews for the working world coming up? Or just want to rev up your 9-to-5 wardrobe? Check out Ann Taylor Style Director Andrew Taylor's dos and don'ts for staying chic in the workplace.
Make your own ketchup ... it only takes two hours
What could be easier than buying a Pop Tart or a McNugget? Turns out, making them is amateurishly easy, cheaper -- and the taste? Professional!
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Stylish Mother's Day gifts
Mother's Day is approaching fast on May 13 and we rounded up some of our favorite stylish gifts for the number one lady in our lives.
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Fitness ideas for couples
Want to get fit but worried you'll miss out on quality time with your honey? We don't want you leaving your partner in the dust, so we've got fun suggestions for activities for two.
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A quick guide to Boston-area tennis courts
Since the average young Bostonian isnt living in a mansion with her own private court, grab your racquet and try the accommodations at one of these Boston-area tennis courts.
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Scenes from the Boston Bacon and Beer Festival
Twenty-eight restaurants and 18 breweries offered samples participated in this year's event, which had a goal of raising $20,000 for two hunger relief organizations by the end of the day.
Scenes from the Great Boston Cupcake Crawl
If you have a sweet tooth and the only cure is more cupcake, try one of the Great Boston Cupcake Crawl tours just started by Boston Chocolate Tours.
Dishing
She foraged for ramps, made pesto
A friend in Western Mass was out the other day and discovered a field of wild ramps. They are also known as wild leeks. The bulbs are white with purple tinge and though many people put them into all kinds of dishes, they are very strong, almost garlicky.
Fashion/Style
Make your own boutonniere and flower crown for prom
We sat down with Newburyport-based Petal Floral Design owner Becca Olcott, who created two easy DIYs for prom goers -- a classic boutonniere and a whimsical flower crown.
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Celebs with haute hair hues
It's no secret that celebrities have embraced unexpected hair colors but is the trend for you? Check out some stars' looks and our quick fix for how to try this trend at home.
A new look for Red Sox of the future
We approached Jennifer Barron and Lauren Antos of the Boston-based women's wear label Lily & Migs to create a uniform for the future generation of Red Sox players.
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House & Home
What's blooming in Boston?
This week tulips are dominating the floral landscape at Boston Public Garden. Check out our pictures and send us some of your own!
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10 ways to add value to your home
Whether you're thinking about moving or just want to safeguard your pad, we turned to local experts to offer tips to add value to your home without breaking the bank.
Relationships/Weddings
What to expect when youre expecting a wedding
After graduating, getting a job, and moving into a new apartment, its safe bet that you can call yourself an adult. That is, until one of your friends gets engaged. Thats when adulthood gets real.
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Tips to keep wedding costs down
Even on your special day, there's nothing wrong with being a bit frugal. Try these 10 ways to save on your big day without sacrificing your dream wedding.
Wedding dress trends for 2012
After somewhat of a same-styles slump, wedding dress designers have started to venture away from the norm for this year's fashions.
Air travel with a toddler
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Contest: Your baseball-loving pets
Does your pet love baseball? Share a photo of your baseball-loving pet for a chance to win a prize!
Amy from Rhode Island, writes "This is Hubble's face when the Red Sox lose. He watches every game and gets especially excited when Big Papi hits a home run!"
Do you "buckle up" your dog when you drive?
kargiver writes, "Yes, I restrain her. She wears a harness so any accident forces will be distributed around her body."
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