The Peace Corps at Home and Abroad

The question that invariably came up when folks who didn’t know me well learned I was producing a radio documentary honoring the 50th anniversary of the Peace Corps was, “were you in the Peace Corps?” or, more presumptuously, “where (or when)...

Rain Day

I do think it’s appropriate that we’ve finally gotten some rain on earth day. I took advantage of the weather to transplant the broccoli, cabbage and brussels sprouts. This kind of weather is perfect. I added a whole lot of dried blood (4lbs/100 square ft)...

Closing Time?

Mayor Domenic Sarno has gotten lots of flack for his recent decision to require bars to apply for a special permit to offer “entertainment” (playing music, having at t.v. on) after 1 a.m.—especially when, earlier this month, he granted those coveted...

Are You Read for El Clasico?

By all accounts, this weekend is jam-packed on the sports front. The Yankees are in town to help the Sox commemorate the 100th anniversary of Fenway Park. The Bruins host a pivotal game 5 against the playoff-upstart Capitals. The Celtics continue their intriguing...