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I’ve been in love with Hampden for a decade. Yes, it can be stinky and loud and dirty just like any other city neighborhood, but it’s also packed with neighborhood pride, local businesses (not one Starbucks!), charm and kitsch. It’s only right to express my adoration after attending the Hampden Fest last Saturday. What other [...]
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Early Friday morning, Steve and I packed up the car and headed north. After the car-ferry-bus trip, we made it to Martha’s Vineyard. In a nutshell, our mini-vacation consisted of: happy hammock naps, walking/exploring the island, a delicious breakfast at Beetlebung, book browsing (and buying-Corinne Demas’ Writing Circle) at Bunch of Grapes bookstore, beach strolls, [...]