by Ralph Ranalli | May 2, 2016 | Newton |
The Barr Foundation posted this about Boston including artists in discussions around solving city problems (and I love that they have a Department of Play). It reminded me of some street structures we saw last time we were in Cleveland Heights. I’m not a big fan...
by Ralph Ranalli | Oct 30, 2015 | Newton |
Our commute takes us over the Sudbury Aqueduct, and occasionally we see a turkey or two. Today, however, this handsome bird was hanging out–and getting mobbed by blue jays, who clearly didn’t like her/him in the neighborhood. Anyone know what kind of owl... by Ralph Ranalli | Sep 23, 2015 | Newton |
I noticed an interesting initiative by Cambridge in the Boston Globe recently. Cambridge is dependent on the T to prevent total gridlock in its rapidly expanding business areas. But getting the T to meet expanding commuter needs is a difficult lift, given...
by Ralph Ranalli | Feb 13, 2015 | Newton |
The MBTA is bigger than Newton, but when it has a spectacular fail like this week’s, it affects many, many Newton commuters. Even dedicated car-commuters are affected as snow-bound streets make driving dangerous–and there are no good public transit...
by Ralph Ranalli | Feb 9, 2015 | Newton |
I’ve been meaning to post this since the “Blizzard.” Since then, of course, we’ve had a little more of the white stuff. It started after the first storm, when Bob on the corner borrowed Bob & Liz’s snow blower (we have 4 corners, 3... by Ralph Ranalli | Dec 2, 2014 | Newton
If I have my druthers Friday, that’s where I’ll be–munching grilled cheese or tasting the wine, beer and champagne. Lights and music are also on offer–it’s the Highlands tree-lighting and sing-along. I think last year it was called... by Ralph Ranalli | Oct 28, 2014 | Newton
Save on dentist’s bills, and get some toys, books, or art supplies by trading the post-Halloween candy at Green Planet Kids in Newton Highlands. Only children (accompanied by an adult) can get the trade-in deal (you must be between 2-12), and only if they are...
by Ralph Ranalli | Sep 9, 2014 | bicycles, City Hall, traffic |
If you had one suggestion to improve the cycling environment in Newton, what would it be? Your chance to share comes Monday, Sept. 15, 6:30 pm at the War Memorial! The third-annual Newton Bicycle Update will feature presentations from Transportation Director Bill... by Ralph Ranalli | Jul 22, 2014 | Newton
Green Planet Kids in Newton Highlands is back at being the best friend a parent could have. Owner Annabelle Ship just sent this out: Midsummer Night Pajama Party at Green Planet Kids. This Thursday, July 24th at 6:00 pm. Come in your PJs to hear bedtime stories read... by Ralph Ranalli | Jul 14, 2014 | Newton |
worry (if you’re a conspiracy theorist) that elected officials will sneak in a new ordinance… Scratching that itch, the Muni-Wonk returns to give you this week’s highlights (details here). Probably a meeting here you’ll want to attend instead...
by Ralph Ranalli | Jun 24, 2014 | Newton
If you already work in Boston, make the commute there fun and memorable by joining the Bicycle/Pedestrian Task Force-led Bike Convoy Friday. As Sean has noted here: “It’s a ton of fun and an especially good way to dip a toe into the waters of...