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October, 2007
October 31st, 2007 by susan j
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Tomorrow is the deadline for our Go Review Contest, and we’re having a blast reading all of the colorful and quirky reviews we’ve gotten so far. In case you haven’t submitted your entry yet, there’s still time to win an Amazon gift card valued at $300!
Here are some great examples from across the blogosphere to get those creative juices flowing:
Even if you don’t have your own blog, you can still enter the contest by posting a review on one of these sites. Happy travels!
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October 30th, 2007 by susan j
Celebrating the Red Sox 2004 World Series victory on a Duck Boat
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Sunday night’s excitement about the Sox besting the Rockies in Game 4 of the World Series continues into this week. Yesterday the team arrived at Fenway Park to a swarm of enthusiastic Sox fans. Today at noon marks the beginning of a two hour victory parade and celebration.
Riding atop of Duck Tour boats from Kenmore Square all the way to City Hall Plaza, players will greet thousands of screaming fans along Boylston Street. Stops are planned fro Copley Square, Boston Commons, and City Hall Plaza, with giant video screens broadcasting the celebration at each location. For additional coverage of the Red Sox parade, check out The Boston Globe’s baseball blog, Extra Bases.
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October 30th, 2007 by susan j
This week’s Carnival of Cities, hosted by , includes posts from this blog and across the blogosphere. The carnival features posts on everything from budget travel in London to the fires in San Diego, so .
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October 29th, 2007 by jamie a
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We here at Go Card Boston would like to congratulate the Red Sox on their World Series win! From the notorious Curse of the Bambino to World Series wins in 2004 and 2007, our guys have come a long way.
It’s been one heck of a trip from trailing the Cleveland Indians from 3-1 during the playoffs to coming back to win, then taking the World Series title for the second time in four years. As MVP of the series Mike Lowell said, “It’s unbelievable. I’m on cloud nine.”
Boston is nothing short of jubilant, celebrating this win with an autumnal chill in the air. Red Sox Nation has a sparkle in its eye, looking forward to what the future holds for these underdogs turned champions.
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October 29th, 2007 by jamie a
Jamie meets Spike, mascot of Spike’s Hot Dogs!
As a new resident of Cambridge/Somerville, I love exploring the neighborhood in my spare time. This time of the year is perfect for taking long walks, making time for tea, and enjoying all the autumnal scents and stunning foliage. I simply love living in a place where there’s always something to do and it’s no more than a walk away.
I hope you enjoy these highlights of my life on the Red line!
Proclaimed a “fiercely independent” bookstore, Porter Square Books is a great local spot with tons of personality. The shop is small, but brimming with an eclectic selection, including wonderful “staff picks” sections and impressively obscure literary magazines. Grab a spot of tea and a vietnamese spring roll and cozy into a seat for one of their weekly readings. The upcoming reading schedule can be found on the events calendar.
Ready for a hot dog like you’ve never eaten before? Head to Davis Square for a taste of Spike’s award winning dogs. From the “junkyard dog” (tomato, pickle, scallions, pepperoncini & Spike’s mustard) to the “samurai dog” (Teriyaki sauce & sauteed onions), everyone’s sure to find a dog to suit their fancy. I greatly appreciate Spike’s veggie dogs, which are some of the best veggie dogs I’ve ever tasted!
Right around the corner from Spike’s lies . You’d be hard-pressed to find a store as cute and as quirky as this one. Find the perfect gift for your unique friend or for yourself at this haven of hipster crafts. Supporting independent artists and crafters everywhere, Magpie deserves heaps of business and applause. From screen-printed tees to hand-painted birdhouses and brooches made from recycled bottle caps, this is definitely one of my favorite stores.
Up for catching a movie or a live show? The Somerville Theater is a fantastic venue right in the heart of Davis Square. A theater where both tea and beer are allowed to be savored while enjoying the film or performance is certainly one I want to frequent. Upcoming shows include fiddlers, comedians, indie bands, and first-run films.
Last, but certainly not least, is the Boston Harbor Cruise. Since I’m still a bit of a tourist to the city, I like to get to know more about different areas in Boston every chance I get. This cruise, which leaves from Long Wharf, was perfect for experiencing a part of the city I’d never seen before from the point of view of the water. Make sure and sit on the top deck and bring your camera for maximum boat-riding pleasure, but bring a coat and scarf for the journey, as this cruise gets chillier every day.
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October 26th, 2007 by jamie a
Brattle Book Shop
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To spend a day immersed in libraries and bookstores, check out these Boston favorites!
John F. Kennedy Library: Dedicated to the memory of John F. Kennedy “and to all those who through the art of politics seek a new and better world,” this is indeed a special stop in the city of Boston. On the waterfront at Columbia Point, this library showcases both Kennedy’s time in office as well as life in America in the early 1960s.
Brattle Book Shop: Established in 1825, this bookshop in the heart of downtown crossing is one of America’s oldest and largest antiquarian bookstores. With two floors of used books, a third floor of collectibles and rarities, and outdoor sale tables set up in the neighboring alley, it is perfect for the big-spender or the bargain hunter! The owner, Ken Gloss, is also a regular appraiser on PBS’s Antiques Roadshow.
The Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair on November 16-18 hosts over 200 booths stocked with treasures from around the world. There are also plenty of workshops and lectures to attend, as well as literature events held all over the city during that time. (more…)
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October 25th, 2007 by jamie a
Friday, October 26 (6- 9:30 pm)
The returns to Boston, sponsored by Beer Advocate magazine, with beers from Allagash to Ommegang! Also featuring guest speakers and snacks, this should be a fabulous evening just right for October.
Saturday, October 27 (11:00 am - 5 pm)
At the Massachusetts College of Art, are two exhibitions that explore jewelry and personal objects. Explore the ideas surrounding adorning the body and jewelry as art installation.
Saturday, October 27 - Sunday, October 28 (8 am - 5 pm)
If you’re interested in the exciting world of blogging, podcasting, SecondLife, Twitter, and any other new media, be sure to check out ! This free conference is open to anyone, non-techies too, and provides how-to-sessions and great networking opportunites.
Sunday, October 28 (12:00 pm)
If you’re a dog lover who’s also got a soft spot for Halloween, then be sure to make an appearance at the Divas Unleased Annual Halloween Pet Parade. Don your daschund with a Batman cape and let him strut his stuff in the parade!
Also of note, the Boston Children’s Museum’s grand re-opening is this Saturday, October 27th!
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October 24th, 2007 by susan j
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Known for its quaint tree-lined streets and historic houses, Beacon Hill is one of Boston’s oldest neighborhoods, offering plenty of diversions for locals and tourists alike. Here’s a suggested afternoon itinerary for exploring this picturesque neighborhood.
Noon: start with lunch on Charles Street. is a fast and affordable option for those on a budget. If you’d like something more formal, try The Paramount. Also browse the antique shops and clothing boutiques along Charles Street.
1:30 pm: stroll over to the Nichols House Museum for a guided tour of this beautifully restored 1804 townhouse. From ancestral portraits and Flemish tapestries to oriental rugs and priceless art, the house’s furnishings reflect a global sensibility and attract visitors from all over the world.
3 pm: Explore the cobblestone streets of Beacon Hill as you wander over to Cambridge Street. Louisberg Square is especially noteworthy, as it is home to several important Bostonians including John Kerry. For a quick pick-me-up pastry or cappucino, stop into The Spotted Apron on Cambridge Street.
4 pm: Take a guided tour of the Harrison Gray Otis House. This lavishly decorated house dates back to 1796, when Otis became one of the original residents of Beacon Hill.
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October 23rd, 2007 by jamie a
The House of Seven Gables
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If you’re up for a little jaunt, these locations are just outside of Boston!
Concord Museum: Established in 1886, this museum is not only home to the famed lantern of Longfellow’s “Paul Revere’s Ride,” but also houses the world’s largest collection of Thoreau’s possessions and the contents of Emerson’s study. Showcasing Walden Pond memorabilia and decorative arts from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, the Concord Museum is nationally recognized for its sizable collections. “Building Thoreau’s Boat,” a recreation of the boat he and his brother built for a river trip in 1839, is on display until January 6, 2008.
House of Seven Gables: As Hawthorne wrote in his first chapter of The House of Seven Gables, “Half-way down a by-street of one of our New England towns, stands a rusty wooden house, with seven acutely peaked gables, facing towards various points of the compass, and a huge, clustered chimney in the midst…” Built in 1668 and also known as the Turner-Ingersoll mansion, this is the house that inspired the Nathaniel Hawthorne novel of the same name. As New England’s oldest wooden mansion, it also includes some of the country’s oldest Georgian interiors and secret staircases leading up to the mysteries of the gables. (more…)
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October 22nd, 2007 by jamie a
After a tumultuous round of playoffs, the Sox have done it again! If you caught the game last night, it certainly felt like something was brewing throughout the first five innings with a hushed anticipation enveloping the crowd.
The game played out much like the entire series itself with everyone on the edge of their seats just waiting for a home run or dreading a missed catch in the outfield. Coco Crisp finally brought the game to its closure with an impressive catch sending him careening into the right-center wall.
Rallying to come back from their early losses in the playoffs, the Sox couldn’t have executed their plans any better than last night. As Dustin Pedroia said, “There’s obviously those three nights you go to bed and you don’t sleep. All you think about is trying to win and trying to figure out how we’re going to turn this around. We figured it out.”
If you missed your chance to catch the game, you can still have a great Fenway experience with the official tour, or you can stock up on Sox apparel and accessories to cheer them on in the World Series from the Official Red Sox Team Store!
The World Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Colorado Rockies begins this Wednesday at 8 pm at Fenway Park, so get ready for some more excitement!
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