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concrete — memorial day grill swap? [+0] - ron_newman — Ward 6 ResiStat meeting Tuesday, May 29 [+0]
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- tom_champion — Muv da bykz plz [+12]
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- tsuki_no_bara — boxes for top hats? [+8]
- splatterhouse — pit bull laws in camberville [+48]
- yeah81 — Place to park a car before receiving a parking sticker? [+11]
- lamar99 — Backsplash [+3]
- turil — For the artists (and gnomes and robots, etc.) out there who want to get some love... [+11]
- ron_newman — RAWR! Who stole this Weekly Dig box from Davis Square? [+7]
- ron_newman — Memorial Day parade this Sunday [+0]
- herbstalk — Herbstalk event coming up... [+14]
- quinnesocrates — nice mid-century modern chairs for sale [+2]
- ron_newman — WBUR report: "With Checkered Past, Somerville Celebrates Its New Identity" [+1]
- ron_newman — first Davis Square farmers' market and last Armory market are this week [+6]
- toricosta — Yarn & Fabric Available this Tuesday [+1]
- surrealestate — TAKEN [Free: Microwave] [+10]
- supersojo — Railing/Deck Repair recommendations? [+6]
- toricosta — Dollar Sale TODAY at the Nave [+2]
- usernamenumber — Multi-seller garage sale in Ball Square, Sunday 5/20 [+0]
- chai_ride — Car detailing options near Davis? [+1]
- somervillebeat — Somerville Beat--new blog about Somerville! [+5]
- no_fun_nicole — Virtual yard sale - some stuff added [+6]
- qualitygig — Posters Stapled to Trees UPDATE [+87]
- folkdancechikn — PorchFest on Saturday! [+3]
- didgeridoo48 — Bike to the Sea Day - Sunday, June 3 starting in Everett [+5]
- ron_newman — This Sunday: Bicycle Tour of Somerville Parks, Then and Now [+7]
- no_fun_nicole — Virtual Yard Sale (make an offer... PLEASE?) [+2]
- tom_champion — WFNX Sold to ClearChannel: I hope you had the time of your life [+19]
- emcicle — Anyone want a new (old) TV? We're selling one--SOLD-- [+5]
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- lbmango — Lack of People with clipboards? [+20]
- qualitygig — Posters Stapled to Trees [+48]
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- toricosta — Flea Market & The Great Yarn Swap at the Nave this Sat [+0]
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25 May 2012 @ 05:54 pm
The next Ward 6 Somerville ResiStat meeting will be next Tuesday, May 29 starting at 6:30 pm at Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Ave. (NOT at Ciampa Manor where previous meetings have been held)
Please join Mayor Joe Curtatone, Alderman Rebekah Gewirtz, At-Large Aldermen,
Somerville Police and City staff to discuss the latest issues including:
(There will also be a Ward 2 meeting on Wednesday, May 30 at the Argenziano School, and a Ward 7 meeting on Thursday, June 7 at the TAB Building, 167 Holland St.)
Please join Mayor Joe Curtatone, Alderman Rebekah Gewirtz, At-Large Aldermen,
Somerville Police and City staff to discuss the latest issues including:
- Green Line Extension update
- The Davis Square Streetscape Project
- West Branch Library renovations
- The Community Path Extension
- Ward 6 crime and safety report
- And more
(There will also be a Ward 2 meeting on Wednesday, May 30 at the Argenziano School, and a Ward 7 meeting on Thursday, June 7 at the TAB Building, 167 Holland St.)
25 May 2012 @ 03:34 pm
The vacant convenience store on Mass. Ave at Day Street today has four big posters in the windows with a 7-Eleven logo on them:
FRANCHISE THIS STORE
7-Eleven.com
1-800-782-0711
Text "Franchise" to 711711
The posters also say 'Take a picture for more information', above a QR code. Unfortunately they don't include whatever URL the QR code links to. If anyone here has a smartphone and walks by the place, maybe you can tell us.
Depending on how long you've lived here, you may remember this location as the White Hen Pantry, the Bread & Butter Konvenience [sic], or the temporarily relocated Pemberton Market. (By the way, 7-Eleven bought the entire White Hen chain a couple of years ago.)
ETA: I sent this post to Marc Levy of Cambridge Day, who expanded it into this news article.
FRANCHISE THIS STORE
7-Eleven.com
1-800-782-0711
Text "Franchise" to 711711
The posters also say 'Take a picture for more information', above a QR code. Unfortunately they don't include whatever URL the QR code links to. If anyone here has a smartphone and walks by the place, maybe you can tell us.
Depending on how long you've lived here, you may remember this location as the White Hen Pantry, the Bread & Butter Konvenience [sic], or the temporarily relocated Pemberton Market. (By the way, 7-Eleven bought the entire White Hen chain a couple of years ago.)
ETA: I sent this post to Marc Levy of Cambridge Day, who expanded it into this news article.
25 May 2012 @ 11:30 am
Per Ron's earlier post concerning Memorial Day Parade street closures, I wanted to confirm that bikes parked at or near curbs along the parade route must be moved by Sunday morning, May 27th. And yes, that includes bikes parked at bike racks.
DPW will remove bikes still left at these locations on Sunday; they may be retrieved later -- minus their locks, unfortunately.
These are the affected streets:
• Highland Ave., from Walnut St. to Davis Square;
• Holland St., from Davis Square to Teele Square;
• Broadway, from Holland St. to Route 16.
Ron correctly observed that this information was not included in this year's press release, but I will include it in tonight's citywide phone advisory.
It's a necessary part of opening up the sidewalks for parade viewers, and we've been doing it for years. I apologize for any inconvenience -- and invite you to join me in spreading the world. I also invite you to come to the parade. It's by far the biggest and best Memorial Day celebration in the region.
Hats off! The flag is passing by!
25 May 2012 @ 06:02 am
Both are in great shape. We just don't need the air conditioner (it was too powerful for the room it was in), and the TV has been replaced by one that's safer to be near my infant son. Asking $100 and $400 respectively, but will take any reasonable offers. Here are the craigslist postings:
24 May 2012 @ 02:55 pm
i have a top hat that i want to take on vacation in october, but short of wearing it on the plane i'm not sure how to get it there uncrushed. i don't really want to pack it in my suitcase unless i absolutely have to. are there places i can buy a hatbox for it, so i can carry it on the plane in relative safety? i have a car so it doesn't necessarily have to be a t-accessible place.
24 May 2012 @ 01:12 pm
Anyone know any specifics about pit bull regulations/laws/etc in Somerville and Cambridge? I'm visiting a friend (dog in tow) this weekend to do outdoors stuff and the last thing I want is to get a fine or put my dog in any kind of danger.
When I lived in the DS area last year I remember seeing quite a few bully breeds in the community with no issues, but I want to be sure. When I google all I'm getting is hits on Boston's pit bull restrictions. Are Somerville & Cambridge governed by the same ordinances or do they just not have restrictions at all? She has all of her shots, etc & she's registered in Worcester. Thanks!
( a picture of the ~vicious beast~ for your trouble )
When I lived in the DS area last year I remember seeing quite a few bully breeds in the community with no issues, but I want to be sure. When I google all I'm getting is hits on Boston's pit bull restrictions. Are Somerville & Cambridge governed by the same ordinances or do they just not have restrictions at all? She has all of her shots, etc & she's registered in Worcester. Thanks!
( a picture of the ~vicious beast~ for your trouble )
23 May 2012 @ 02:51 pm
Greetings future neighbors!
I am moving into a place near Davis Square soon (either this weekend or the next) and have run into a bit of an issue. I have a car that I will need in the area (for my commute to work in the 'burbs) but haven't applied for a parking permit yet. I assume this will take a little while, and that I will probably be moved in and needing my car before the permit comes. Is there anywhere I can park without needing a permit (preferably somewhere I can keep the car overnight)? Any tips, tricks or suggestions?
Thanks in advance!
I am moving into a place near Davis Square soon (either this weekend or the next) and have run into a bit of an issue. I have a car that I will need in the area (for my commute to work in the 'burbs) but haven't applied for a parking permit yet. I assume this will take a little while, and that I will probably be moved in and needing my car before the permit comes. Is there anywhere I can park without needing a permit (preferably somewhere I can keep the car overnight)? Any tips, tricks or suggestions?
Thanks in advance!
23 May 2012 @ 01:56 pm
Anyone know of someone that can install a tile backsplash in a kitchen? And other misc home repair work - repairing ceiling and painting? I'm not much of a do it yourself and looking for dependability and good craftsmanship. (or craftswomanship)
23 May 2012 @ 12:47 pm
June 2-3: FIGMENT Boston!
Can you believe only 10 days from now our second FIGMENT event of 2012 will transform Boston’s Rose Kennedy Greenway into a large-scale collaborative artwork? Official submissions are closed... but we still invite you to bring your projects to FIGMENT! Please note that any project that is not registered must be hand-carried, and will not be mapped, scheduled, or have access to power. But we invite everyone to bring their art projects, social experiments, games, toys, dancing feet, picnic lunches, friends, robots, creative energy, gnomes, unicorns, and anything else you might love and want to share with the world! So, what are you bringing? For more information on bringing your project to FIGMENT Boston, please see the Artist FAQ and What to Bring pages.
What: FIGMENT Boston 2012
When: Saturday, June 2, 11AM – 11PM / Sunday, June 3, 11AM – 6PM
Where: the Rose Kennedy Greenway in Boston
Tickets: FREE!
For those who don't know, FIGMENT is kind of like a more family friendly, less sex, drugs, and fire version of Burning Man. It's a lot of fun!
Unfortunately I can't be there, but you can go and enjoy it!
(Oh, and I should let you know that I can't reply in the comments, as LJ kind of broke their submission button for some of us in the recent changes to the site. So if I don't answer you, don't take it personally. :-)
22 May 2012 @ 11:35 pm
RAWR! Who stole this Weekly Dig box from Davis Square?
This Weekly Dig box, designed by artist Cat Tweedie at Artisan’s Asylum, has disappeared from its home outside Mike's Restaurant in Davis Square. If you have any information about its current whereabouts, please contact the Somerville Police and/or craigt@digpublishing.com . Thank you.
It is one of five Asylum-designed Dig boxes placed around Somerville earlier this spring.
22 May 2012 @ 10:37 pm
The City of Somerville will hold its annual Memorial Day parade this Sunday, May 27. The parade leaves City Hall at 1 pm, marching down Highland Avenue to Davis Square, Holland Street to Teele Square, and finally Broadway to the Veterans' Cemetery next to Johnnie's Foodmaster.
According to the official press release, "The parade will include 12 marching bands, along with a wide range of community and school groups, the popular specialty units of the Aleppo Shriners, as well as representatives of local veterans', fire, and police units from surrounding cities and towns. For the first time, the parade will include a professional women's soccer team, the Boston Breakers who will march with players and coaches from the Somerville Youth Soccer League. "
The press release also outlines the usual car parking restrictions along the route and on side streets near the parade's start and end points.
Last year, the city asked people to remove bicycles parked to signposts, parking meters, and bike racks along the parade route, and said that the DPW would impound any bike still parked on the route after 9 am Sunday. I don't see this mentioned in this year's press releases.
According to the official press release, "The parade will include 12 marching bands, along with a wide range of community and school groups, the popular specialty units of the Aleppo Shriners, as well as representatives of local veterans', fire, and police units from surrounding cities and towns. For the first time, the parade will include a professional women's soccer team, the Boston Breakers who will march with players and coaches from the Somerville Youth Soccer League. "
The press release also outlines the usual car parking restrictions along the route and on side streets near the parade's start and end points.
Last year, the city asked people to remove bicycles parked to signposts, parking meters, and bike racks along the parade route, and said that the DPW would impound any bike still parked on the route after 9 am Sunday. I don't see this mentioned in this year's press releases.
22 May 2012 @ 03:11 pm
Herbstalk 2012 is taking place on June 9th in Somerville at the Center for Arts at the Armory from 10:30 am to 6pm. This grassroots event is devoted to educating and inspiring our local community about the common and safe use of medicinal herbs. The day-long event will feature over 20 educational talks given by local herbalists, holistic nutritionists, naturopathic doctors and natural health counselors on a variety of topics geared towards herbal enthusiasts of all ages. We will also host a marketplace featuring local businesses and handmade herbal products.
$5 suggested donation. Doors open to the public at 10:30 am.
You can read more about Herbstalk and those involved by visiting: http://www.herbstalk.org
Current Location: United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
22 May 2012 @ 10:40 am
Hi everyone. I'm moving and sadly need to get rid of a few things I've held onto for a long time.
This is a set of two matching mid-century modern living room chairs that were custom re-upholstered about six years ago in stain and tear resistant faux suede (vegan!). These were my grandmother's in the 50s, and I've held onto them for years, but I'm going to be leaving the state soon and will sadly have to let them go, hopefully to a good home. They're heavy and sturdy. They have held up beautifully. You can definitely tell they were made to last and will last much, much longer. They're a beautiful gold color.
I'm asking $150 for the set, but I'm hoping more for a good home for 'em than lotsa $$. I'm at the corner of Hancock and Summer St.
I also have a set of matching couches in a complementary red color if you're interested.
Craig's list ad:
http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/fuo/30
Email jadesylvan@gmail.com
Jade
This is a set of two matching mid-century modern living room chairs that were custom re-upholstered about six years ago in stain and tear resistant faux suede (vegan!). These were my grandmother's in the 50s, and I've held onto them for years, but I'm going to be leaving the state soon and will sadly have to let them go, hopefully to a good home. They're heavy and sturdy. They have held up beautifully. You can definitely tell they were made to last and will last much, much longer. They're a beautiful gold color.
I'm asking $150 for the set, but I'm hoping more for a good home for 'em than lotsa $$. I'm at the corner of Hancock and Summer St.
I also have a set of matching couches in a complementary red color if you're interested.
Craig's list ad:
http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/fuo/30
Email jadesylvan@gmail.com
Jade
Current Mood: 
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busy21 May 2012 @ 11:21 pm
Reading or listening to this won't tell you anything you don't already know. But it's always worth seeing how big regional media view Somerville:
With Checkered Past, Somerville Celebrates Its New Identity
This feature ran on WBUR's Morning Edition earlier today.
With Checkered Past, Somerville Celebrates Its New Identity
This feature ran on WBUR's Morning Edition earlier today.
21 May 2012 @ 01:58 pm
The Davis Square farmers' market opens its season this Wednesday, May 23, from noon to 6 pm. The market usually operates until Thanksgiving.
The last 'Winter' indoor market at the Armory will be this Saturday, May 26, from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. The Union Square outdoor market reopens next Saturday, June 2.
The last 'Winter' indoor market at the Armory will be this Saturday, May 26, from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. The Union Square outdoor market reopens next Saturday, June 2.
20 May 2012 @ 09:39 pm
If you missed Sunday's Yarn Swap, have no fear!
We have a very generous community, and have a TON of yarn and fabric left. Come on by, bring some canned goods, or a financial donation to help out the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and grab some fun items.
You do not have to bring yarn to get yarn--we have lots!
Tuesday, May 22
Nave Gallery
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Directions & info on weekday parking: http://navegallery.org/nave/directions.html
We have a very generous community, and have a TON of yarn and fabric left. Come on by, bring some canned goods, or a financial donation to help out the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and grab some fun items.
You do not have to bring yarn to get yarn--we have lots!
Tuesday, May 22
Nave Gallery
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Directions & info on weekday parking: http://navegallery.org/nave/
20 May 2012 @ 02:46 pm
Microwave has been taken.
But I saw the guy who pulled over and grabbed it. He took out the carousel, set it aside, and just left it there. Which seems pretty obnoxious to me, since it turned the situation into trash-on-the-curb. What's up with that? Why would someone want a microwave without the inside bits?
But I saw the guy who pulled over and grabbed it. He took out the carousel, set it aside, and just left it there. Which seems pretty obnoxious to me, since it turned the situation into trash-on-the-curb. What's up with that? Why would someone want a microwave without the inside bits?
20 May 2012 @ 11:09 am
Our lil condo is a little too shabby and not enough chic these days. The wooden railings on our front steps are all crapped out and need replacing. In addition, we are considering having the porch decking redone. I'm looking for recommendations for repair folks/companies - and, any idea what kind of cost range I'm looking at?
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!
Current Location: West Somerville
20 May 2012 @ 11:03 am
TONS of stuff left from our Flea. Therefore we are hosting a DOLLAR SALE Sunday May 20th from 12-2 pm. You will never find better bargains. We have clothes, dishes, stereo, clocks, books, dvds, kids toys, a collection of 3D puzzles ... do you get the idea?? All funds raised support Nave Gallery.
19 May 2012 @ 10:46 am
This Sunday, a bunch of friends and I are going to be having a big group yard sale near Ball Square. It looks like we'll have at least six sellers, maybe eight or more. Stuff I've been told folks will have includes:
- Crafting Materials
- Books
- Media
- Games
- Clothing
- Electronics
And probably lots more. Stop by if you're interested! If you're on DSLJ, feel free to introduce yourself! :)
DETAILS:
Sunday, May 20th
258 Willow Ave (three doors down from Lyndell's)
10am - 4pm
- Crafting Materials
- Books
- Media
- Games
- Clothing
- Electronics
And probably lots more. Stop by if you're interested! If you're on DSLJ, feel free to introduce yourself! :)
DETAILS:
Sunday, May 20th
258 Willow Ave (three doors down from Lyndell's)
10am - 4pm
18 May 2012 @ 09:07 am
My car really needs some attention. Any recommendations for car detailing options in the area?
17 May 2012 @ 05:13 pm
Hello all! Just a quick note to invite everyone to check out a new blog about the city we love called Somerville Beat. I'm the editor and will be writing about food, happenings, longer features and more. I invite you to check it out! Thanks. :-)
17 May 2012 @ 05:02 pm
Hi all, Thank you everyone who sent me kind responses and interest in the stuff. I appreciate the kind words even if you don't like what I'm selling. In any case, I updated the post to indicate whats been bought and added some more stuff.
I'll post what I'm adding here and everything on the original post is still available. (the original post is here )
I'll post what I'm adding here and everything on the original post is still available. (the original post is here )
Solar hands free bluetooth car kit
this is a hands free blue tooth speaker that connects to your phone or headset and makes in and outgoing calls. Its charged by a solar panel on the top of it so you don't have to worry about hooking it up to your car. Its never been used though I opened the box with the intention of setting it up
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5160/72176
T-mobile G1 rootedI have the box and charger for it, its got a 16gig sd card and this phone takes simcards.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7233/72176
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7076/72176
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5441/72176
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5441/72176
Jack LaLanne power juicer works great but I can't find the collection basket, thats simply the part that catches the remains of the fruit etc you put in there...
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7076/72176
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8010/72176
DVDs
Mad Men Season 1 & 2
The Xfiles Seasons 2,4,6,7, and 9
Rescue Me Season 1&2
and
Harry Potter - The Goblet of Fire, Order of the Phoenix and Prisoner of Azkaban
justme(dot)notsointeresting(at)gmail(dot)c
Current Mood: determined
17 May 2012 @ 03:38 pm
I love suspense, and you've all waited patiently, albeit with bated breath, for an update . . .
This all started a few days back. I was walking home from something I can't remember what in Davis Square when I suddenly noticed that there were posters stapled to nearly every tree (and pole) in my immediate neighborhood. Literally, virtually every tree had a poster stapled to it, if not two! It was insane.
They were all for a start-up (using that term very loosely as I work in the start-up arena and would never consider doing something so stupid as this) call Scoop 'N' Scoot Ice Cream that offers a speedy ice cream delivery service, apparently to any or all posters in the area. Well, as they offered an 'Order by Text/Call' service, I immediately sent them a text of what I thought of their redecoration of my beautiful neighborhood . . . and this is what transpired.
( Read more... )
This all started a few days back. I was walking home from something I can't remember what in Davis Square when I suddenly noticed that there were posters stapled to nearly every tree (and pole) in my immediate neighborhood. Literally, virtually every tree had a poster stapled to it, if not two! It was insane.
They were all for a start-up (using that term very loosely as I work in the start-up arena and would never consider doing something so stupid as this) call Scoop 'N' Scoot Ice Cream that offers a speedy ice cream delivery service, apparently to any or all posters in the area. Well, as they offered an 'Order by Text/Call' service, I immediately sent them a text of what I thought of their redecoration of my beautiful neighborhood . . . and this is what transpired.
( Read more... )
17 May 2012 @ 02:20 pm
The Somerville Arts Council's PorchFest is on Saturday (May 19th). Come hear music played by your neighbors -- more than 100 bands across the city!
http://www.somervilleartscouncil.org/po
Performances in the east zone are noon to 2 pm, central 2 to 4 pm, and west 4 to 6 pm.
http://www.somervilleartscouncil.org/po
Performances in the east zone are noon to 2 pm, central 2 to 4 pm, and west 4 to 6 pm.
17 May 2012 @ 10:57 am
Bike to the Sea Day, June 3
The 20th annual Bike to the Sea Day ride will be held on Sunday, June 3, 2012 beginning at 9 am. 20 mile round trip ride to Lynn/Nahant Beach; 14-mile ride to the Saugus River. Children 8+ welcome with parent/adult rider. Helmets must be worn by all.
Meet at Madeline English School, Everett, MA (Woodville and Tremont St.). Please arrive at 8:00 am for registration. There will be an Everett Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 8:30 am followed by the ride. Post-ride pizza lunch provided. For more information contact swinslow4152@gmail.com or call 781-397-6893. Call for youth group discounts.
Pre-register at Active.com
Bike to the Sea, Inc. is a Malden-based, non-profit organization that works for bicycle safety and safe places to ride. Bike to the Sea's main focus has been the development of the Northern Strand Community Trail, a multi-use trail that will extend from Everett through Malden, Saugus, Revere to the Lynn waterfront. http://www.biketothesea.com
17 May 2012 @ 10:46 am
This Sunday, May 20, I'll be co-leading a bicycle tour of Somerville parks with the Somerville Bicycle Committee and Somerville Historic Preservation Commission. We'll meet at 2 pm at Somerville City Hall, 93 Highland Avenue, departing promptly at 2:15. Please bring a $3 donation to support the Historic Preservation Commission.
Many Somerville parks used to be other things -- schools, a railroad tower, a train station, a water tower. Ride with us to learn more about our city's history.
Here's a map of our tour route, and our Facebook event. The 8.5-mile tour will go at an easy pace with several stops, and should be finished by around 4:30.
Our ride will be the last event of Bay State Bike Week.
Many Somerville parks used to be other things -- schools, a railroad tower, a train station, a water tower. Ride with us to learn more about our city's history.
Here's a map of our tour route, and our Facebook event. The 8.5-mile tour will go at an easy pace with several stops, and should be finished by around 4:30.
Our ride will be the last event of Bay State Bike Week.
16 May 2012 @ 11:42 pm
So I'm having a virtual yard sale since my life has virtually gone to crap. Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis after 4 years of misdiagnosis, on medication number 4, lost my job and had to drop out of my doctoral program, basically the proverbial shit hit the fan and its reaching critical mass at this point. Anyway, I'm pretty desperate for some cash to pay bills so I'm going through stuff and selling anything I can part with. i'm listing some prices here but really will consider all offers (did I mention desperate?)
Here is what I have so far! feel free to negotiate
Solar hands free bluetooth car kit
this is a hands free blue tooth speaker that connects to your phone or headset and makes in and outgoing calls. Its charged by a solar panel on the top of it so you don't have to worry about hooking it up to your car. Its never been used though I opened the box with the intention of setting it up
T-mobile G1 rooted
I have the box and charger for it, its got a 16gig sd card and this phone takes simcards.
Verizon droid 2 ($75)
in great condition comes with case and charger. Its not unlocked since I'm not sure how to do that but I believe you just need to call verizon and ask for the code. I can try and do that too. Here are some pics
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5240/72131
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7225/72131
Jack LaLanne power juicer
works great but I can't find the collection basket, thats simply the part that catches the remains of the fruit etc you put in there...
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7076/72176
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8010/72176
Thanks for reading, if you're interested in any of these please email me at justme(dot)notsointeresting (at) gmail (dot) com
Here is what I have so far! feel free to negotiate
Solar hands free bluetooth car kit
this is a hands free blue tooth speaker that connects to your phone or headset and makes in and outgoing calls. Its charged by a solar panel on the top of it so you don't have to worry about hooking it up to your car. Its never been used though I opened the box with the intention of setting it up
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5160/72176
T-mobile G1 rooted
I have the box and charger for it, its got a 16gig sd card and this phone takes simcards.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7233/72176
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7076/72176
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5441/72176
Verizon droid 2 ($75)
in great condition comes with case and charger. Its not unlocked since I'm not sure how to do that but I believe you just need to call verizon and ask for the code. I can try and do that too. Here are some pics
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5240/72131
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7225/72131
Jack LaLanne power juicer
works great but I can't find the collection basket, thats simply the part that catches the remains of the fruit etc you put in there...
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7076/72176
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8010/72176
Thanks for reading, if you're interested in any of these please email me at justme(dot)notsointeresting (at) gmail (dot) com
Current Mood: 
sad
sad16 May 2012 @ 12:46 pm
I freely confess that I was never a steady WFNX listener, although Mayor Joe's recent string of victories in the "My Song is Better Than Your Song" contests gave me a new connection and an appreciation for the station and its audience..
But even an NPR addict like me knows that independent indie rock stations are inherently valuable institutions. To see one go under is a sad thing. To see it converted, as is rumored, to yet another homogenized, pre-programmed country station is even worse. To see 'FNXfall into the hands of conservative media giant ClearChannel Communications (Bain Capital is part-owner) is just awful.
Deep sigh.
But even an NPR addict like me knows that independent indie rock stations are inherently valuable institutions. To see one go under is a sad thing. To see it converted, as is rumored, to yet another homogenized, pre-programmed country station is even worse. To see 'FNXfall into the hands of conservative media giant ClearChannel Communications (Bain Capital is part-owner) is just awful.
Deep sigh.
Current Mood: sad
sad16 May 2012 @ 09:26 am
ETA: Items are sold.
Just re-posted on Craigslist with a new, lower price to try to sell our old TV. Thought I'd see if anyone locally was interested as well. It works fine, but due to moving to a much smaller space, we decided to upgrade to a TV that doesn't take up as much floor space. I would really love to see someone make use of the TV. Brief summary: 26" High Def CRT TV. We'll throw in our DVD player as well. It can all be yours for $30!
here's craigslist post with more details and pictures:
http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/ele/30
Just re-posted on Craigslist with a new, lower price to try to sell our old TV. Thought I'd see if anyone locally was interested as well. It works fine, but due to moving to a much smaller space, we decided to upgrade to a TV that doesn't take up as much floor space. I would really love to see someone make use of the TV. Brief summary: 26" High Def CRT TV. We'll throw in our DVD player as well. It can all be yours for $30!
here's craigslist post with more details and pictures:
http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/ele/30
Current Mood: 
hopeful
hopeful15 May 2012 @ 08:11 pm
My room mate dropped her wallet on Holland st today. Since her drivers license has her old New York address, she is worried that she'll never get it back if someone found it.
So, if someone found a wallet with a new york driver's license in it, please email mmd57@cornell.edu.
Thank you.
So, if someone found a wallet with a new york driver's license in it, please email mmd57@cornell.edu.
Thank you.
15 May 2012 @ 06:14 pm
Note: I'm not complaining.
However, I haven't seen anything here about new rules regarding people with clipboards in Davis. Have rules changed? Is that why there are no longer people accosting me trying to get me to save the whales, or poor people in Uganda, or Alabama, or vote for someone when I just want to get some coffee?
However, I haven't seen anything here about new rules regarding people with clipboards in Davis. Have rules changed? Is that why there are no longer people accosting me trying to get me to save the whales, or poor people in Uganda, or Alabama, or vote for someone when I just want to get some coffee?
15 May 2012 @ 04:24 pm
I'm curious if anyone else has seen this in their neighborhood. I live between Davis Square and Ball Square, and some _____ stapled posters to just about every other tree in the neighborhood advertising their new service (start-up).
You would think someone would know stapling posters to trees will at a minimum piss people off and might even consider it could be illegal (or why else wouldn't everyone be doing it).
What I'd like to know is a) has anyone else seen this and b) does anyone know for a FACT that stapling a poster to a tree (or utility pole) is illegal ? My experience / recollection as a longtime Massachusetts resident is that it is, in fact, illegal, but I haven't been able to find any official website or source clarifying the point.
There's a second-half to the story that I'll share, but I'm interested in getting feedback on the above first.
You would think someone would know stapling posters to trees will at a minimum piss people off and might even consider it could be illegal (or why else wouldn't everyone be doing it).
What I'd like to know is a) has anyone else seen this and b) does anyone know for a FACT that stapling a poster to a tree (or utility pole) is illegal ? My experience / recollection as a longtime Massachusetts resident is that it is, in fact, illegal, but I haven't been able to find any official website or source clarifying the point.
There's a second-half to the story that I'll share, but I'm interested in getting feedback on the above first.
14 May 2012 @ 11:05 pm
Used Ikea side table (good size for 2 person breakfast nook) and area rug (blue/green/dark stripes bought at shaws 2 years ago while drunk) sitting on curb in front of 8-10 Banks St (the one just after willow when you walk down elm away from Davis, to porter, take a right). Really classy stuff, seriously. Decent shape. 
14 May 2012 @ 07:16 pm
Hi there,
Lots of great this at the Nave this Sat (19th).
In the basement: Semi-annual Flea Market to support the Nave's space and programming. 10-2. Donations being accepted and can be dropped off at the gallery this Friday from 4-7. Can't do? Email info@navegallery.org to set up alternate time.
Upstairs: The Great Yarn Swap. 10- 5. An open exchange of all things related to fiber. Free, but please bring canned goods or toiletries to help support the Somerville Homeless Coalition. You can bring materials day of, or drop off on Friday from 4-7. Want more info? Email tori (dot) costa (at) gmail (dot) com.
Plus, Alter-Ego II—a photographic exploration of all things not digital, is happening in the gallery. AND, there's some Porchfest music going on.
It's all gonna be awesome.
Lots of great this at the Nave this Sat (19th).
In the basement: Semi-annual Flea Market to support the Nave's space and programming. 10-2. Donations being accepted and can be dropped off at the gallery this Friday from 4-7. Can't do? Email info@navegallery.org to set up alternate time.
Upstairs: The Great Yarn Swap. 10- 5. An open exchange of all things related to fiber. Free, but please bring canned goods or toiletries to help support the Somerville Homeless Coalition. You can bring materials day of, or drop off on Friday from 4-7. Want more info? Email tori (dot) costa (at) gmail (dot) com.
Plus, Alter-Ego II—a photographic exploration of all things not digital, is happening in the gallery. AND, there's some Porchfest music going on.
It's all gonna be awesome.
14 May 2012 @ 01:31 pm
We found out Saturday that our landlord is selling the property, so we are starting our search for a new place to live. We have time to look (it's not being listed til mid-June, and I sincerely doubt it'll sell immediately), so we're getting started tonight.
We have a realtor we like, and I have of course been surfing Craigslist. But we really really want to stay within Davis if at all possible.
To steal the format from a previous post:
About us:
3 adults, possibly 4 if we find a large enough space. Mid 30s professionals whose idea of a kickin' party is having a couple of friends over for dinner and watching television. We have two cats and a bird.
What we're looking for:
Ideally 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath. We can manage, we think, with 2 bedrooms / 1 bath. Walking distance to the red line (one of us commutes via the red line) is a must. Washer/Dryer availability is important, but could be negotiable for the right place. Our max budget is $2,000/mo. (For a 4 bedroom, we could go higher, as we'd have an additional person helping with rent-- we can certainly discuss!)
Offstreet parking is nice, but if we're close enough to the red line, it's something we can live without.
We are also interested in condos that fit the above requirements. We have time, so we don't mind taking a look at places available farther out in the summer/early fall.
We have a realtor we like, and I have of course been surfing Craigslist. But we really really want to stay within Davis if at all possible.
To steal the format from a previous post:
About us:
3 adults, possibly 4 if we find a large enough space. Mid 30s professionals whose idea of a kickin' party is having a couple of friends over for dinner and watching television. We have two cats and a bird.
What we're looking for:
Ideally 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath. We can manage, we think, with 2 bedrooms / 1 bath. Walking distance to the red line (one of us commutes via the red line) is a must. Washer/Dryer availability is important, but could be negotiable for the right place. Our max budget is $2,000/mo. (For a 4 bedroom, we could go higher, as we'd have an additional person helping with rent-- we can certainly discuss!)
Offstreet parking is nice, but if we're close enough to the red line, it's something we can live without.
We are also interested in condos that fit the above requirements. We have time, so we don't mind taking a look at places available farther out in the summer/early fall.
14 May 2012 @ 12:51 pm
There's a new sign at Powderhouse park, where one enters from College Ave.
It looks just like other signage in the park and in parks around somerville, says the park is open sunrise to sunset and has some other info on it, and it looks old-but-freshly-painted to me. I keep doing a double take when I see it, and having a sense of deja vu - makes me wonder if it has been there for years and I have somehow not noticed it and it just got a paint job? but I think the concrete is fresh.
Anyone know if they just put it up, just moved it and repainted it, or dug it out of a storage spot at DPW somewhere, or if I'm imagining this all and have walked by it for the past dozen yaars without remembering?
It looks just like other signage in the park and in parks around somerville, says the park is open sunrise to sunset and has some other info on it, and it looks old-but-freshly-painted to me. I keep doing a double take when I see it, and having a sense of deja vu - makes me wonder if it has been there for years and I have somehow not noticed it and it just got a paint job? but I think the concrete is fresh.
Anyone know if they just put it up, just moved it and repainted it, or dug it out of a storage spot at DPW somewhere, or if I'm imagining this all and have walked by it for the past dozen yaars without remembering?
14 May 2012 @ 10:13 am
Hello community-minded people! I wanted to pass along word of a new site, nextdoor.com, that's trying to build social networks out of neighborhoods. Here is a New York Times article about it.
You need at least ten verified residents of a neighborhood to sign up within 21 days to get it going. The areas they mark as neighborhoods are smaller chunks than we're used to thinking in -- there are probably at least six surrounding "Davis Square".
Here are the neighborhoods for Cambridge:
https://nextdoor.com/find-neighborh
and Somerville:
https://nextdoor.com/find-neighborh
The only one that I know for sure has gotten started is Powderhouse.
(I have no affliation with Nextdoor -- I just think it would be cool to have more of these functioning for our area.)
Edit: Since my house is on the border of their Spring Hill and Powderhouse neighborhoods, in last night's repeated attempts to sign up I volunteered to get Spring Hill rolling. As part of that, I was invited to define the borders of "Spring Hill". So apparently if you're the first to get the ball rolling on a neighborhood, you get to say where it is. I didn't actually end up doing that, as they then fixed the bug that was preventing me from joining Powderhouse. ;-)
You need at least ten verified residents of a neighborhood to sign up within 21 days to get it going. The areas they mark as neighborhoods are smaller chunks than we're used to thinking in -- there are probably at least six surrounding "Davis Square".
Here are the neighborhoods for Cambridge:
https://nextdoor.com/find-neighborh
and Somerville:
https://nextdoor.com/find-neighborh
The only one that I know for sure has gotten started is Powderhouse.
(I have no affliation with Nextdoor -- I just think it would be cool to have more of these functioning for our area.)
Edit: Since my house is on the border of their Spring Hill and Powderhouse neighborhoods, in last night's repeated attempts to sign up I volunteered to get Spring Hill rolling. As part of that, I was invited to define the borders of "Spring Hill". So apparently if you're the first to get the ball rolling on a neighborhood, you get to say where it is. I didn't actually end up doing that, as they then fixed the bug that was preventing me from joining Powderhouse. ;-)
13 May 2012 @ 02:49 pm
Doing a bit of basement cleanout. These are free to a loving home:
Drinking glasses similar to these originally from Crate & Barrel. They're hefty recycled glass. Mine have the blue stripe in the middle. I have 3 clear with blue stripe & 6 blue tint with blue stripe.
http://www.mexhandcraft.com/mhPlantillap
Partially used mold making supplies:
Drinking glasses similar to these originally from Crate & Barrel. They're hefty recycled glass. Mine have the blue stripe in the middle. I have 3 clear with blue stripe & 6 blue tint with blue stripe.
http://www.mexhandcraft.com/mhPlantillap
Partially used mold making supplies:
- casting resin & hardener
- liquid latex for mold making
- Antifreeze
- Bug and tar remover
- Carb & choke cleaner (OMG your car has a carburetor?!?)
