http://www.bostonknows.com Boston Knows en-us Nov 20, 2008 - 02:11 pm Nov 20, 2008 - 02:11 pm http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Boston Knows RSS Feed editor@example.com webmaster@example.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=1527&group=85 Three decades and several moves later, the Dance Friday event has relocated to Brookline. Here's an article and photo gallery. Aug 16, 2008 - 09:08 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=1506&group=85 A decent summary on what happens to Brookline's recyclables. Each town should have an official and detailed version of this. Aug 11, 2008 - 08:08 pm http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=1465&group=85 Some really fantastic rides were on display at the Larz Anderson Auto Museum in Brookline this weekend. Aug 04, 2008 - 07:08 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=1343&group=85 Brookline has Earth Machine composting bins for a measly $25. Call 617-730-2156 for the skinny. Also of note: "because of the 3,220 tons of paper we have recycled so far in fiscal 2008, we have put $233,476 back into the general fund. Remember, it pays to recycle in Brookline." Jun 23, 2008 - 10:06 pm http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=1276&group=85 Chef Josh Ziskin of La Morra will host this year’s annual Operation Frontline dinner at La Morra in Brookline on Monday, June 9th beginning at 6:00pm. The evening will begin with passed appetizers and a cocktail reception followed by six courses prepared by some of Boston and New York’s most acclaimed chefs. Tickets are a minimum donation of $125.00 and are 100% tax deductible. Tickets must be purchased and paid in full before the night of the event. Share Our Strength’s Operation Frontline dinner will donate 100% of the proceeds directly to the charity. The dinner promotes a long term solution to hunger by providing parents who struggle to feed their families on a low income budget, the cooking, and nutrition, food budgeting and financial planning skills they need to make healthy and economical food choices. Operation Frontline believes that everyone has strength to share in the fight to end hunger. Have a lovely dinner and help a good cause! Jun 05, 2008 - 09:06 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=1257&group=85 If you're a dog-owner in Brookline, this is a must-read for you. The story includes photos and a run-down of the proposed fees and the off-leash program parks in Brookline. May 30, 2008 - 08:05 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=1129&group=85 Publick House Provisions, a new market under the ownership of The Publick House, has opened up. The market carries gourmet products, cheese, a collection of glassware, and Belgian chocolates. Of course, they will also sell beer! Publick House Provisions 1706 Beacon Street Washington Square, Brookline 617-277-2880 Apr 30, 2008 - 09:04 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=1024&group=85 Went to The Fireplace in Brookline for the first time today. Great place . . . . roaring fireplace made the atmosphere very cozy on this rainy day. I ordered the crispy duck hash with fried eggs & toast. It was out of this world! Not too greasy and just enough duck meat mixed in with cubbed potatoes and red peppers. The toast was a nice multiple grain bread. If you are up for something different for brunch, I highly recommend this dish! Apr 13, 2008 - 06:04 pm http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=994&group=85 Boston.com tour of the best of Washington Square in Brookline. It includes some of my favorites like the Publick House and Athan's. I would add the Washington Square Tavern to the list as a great place for dinner. Apr 08, 2008 - 03:04 pm http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=901&group=85 Brooline's finest have issued a list of tips for dealing with wild turkeys. And I don't mean bourbon. Though wild turkeys sauced on Wild Turkey could be interesting. Mar 25, 2008 - 01:03 pm http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=838&group=85 The Brookline Community Foundation is hosting a free workshop on March 31st from 7 to 9pm to help nonprofits evaluate various aspects of their organization from new services to addressing the needs of their boards. Email contact@brooklinecommunity.org to register now. Mar 18, 2008 - 08:03 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=795&group=85 One of the cooks at the BU dining hall is so well regarded for his positive energy and culinary advice that he has a Facebook dedicated to him called, "Who's That Omelette Guy?" Love learning about folks who are passionate about their work! Enoc Parra has been working at the BU dining hall for 20 years. Mar 10, 2008 - 11:03 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=643&group=85 This February 23rd, from 2-5pm, the Boston Vegan Association is hosting a wine and Sheese tasting at Best Cellars Brookline, located at Coolidge Corner. Best Cellars will provide the wine and Black Duck Imports will provide several varieties of Sheese (a vegan, soy-based "cheese") for your sampling pleasure. There is no charge for the event, and it is open to the public. Feb 20, 2008 - 03:02 pm http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=638&group=87 The Coolidge Corner Theatre Foundation received a $162,400 grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Fund. Feb 20, 2008 - 08:02 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=632&group=85 You always hear about programs for kids or teenagers. But what about adults who didn't have the opportunity to attend these programs as kids? If you are one of them, check this school out! Feb 19, 2008 - 03:02 pm http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=555&group=87 The Animated Block Party, a Brooklyn-based film organization is showing its best animated shorts from its festival last July. It's the only showing outside of Brooklyn planned. Several films made by local Boston animators will be featured. Showing tonight at midnight at the Coolidge Corner Theater for $7.75. Feb 09, 2008 - 08:02 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=536&group=85 For all you Belgian beer lovers! This is great news! Feb 07, 2008 - 01:02 pm http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=321&group=85 One of my friend's in Brookline said she was chased by a giant turkey yesterday morning. Apparently it's become a wide spread problem! Some of them are 4 feet tall! Oct 30, 2007 - 08:10 am http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=248&group=85 Checking out police reports can be kind of amusing. If you live in Brookline, your police department conveniently posts some of their police reports in a blog. Here's what they posted so far today: burglary, embezzlement, shoplifting, fraud, and my favorite, "annoying calls". Nice representation of the other side of life, eh? Sep 20, 2007 - 03:09 pm http://www.bostonknows.com http://www.bostonknows.com/pages/index.php?item=206&group=85 The secret details of the most expensive home ever sold in the Boston area have been revealed! Red Sox oner John Henry bought the Brookline home for $16 million. $6 million less than the original asking price. I could probably only afford the bathroom for what I paid for my condo in the Dot! Aug 27, 2007 - 06:08 am http://www.bostonknows.com