I have an urgent need to find a wheelchair-accessible (that means, no stairs for entry -- first floor with ramping or elevator, etc.; wide doorframes; studio / open floor plan can be a plus...) apartment in the greater Cambervilleford (that's Cambridge/Somerville/Medford) vicinity (which means we're also considering Charlestown, Chelsea, Boston, Watertown, Arlington, etc.). Occupancy is needed 9/1 or 10/1.

1BR 1000SF+, or 2-3BR 2000SF+ (*possibly* 1BR big, depending on layout). small one w... read more

I try to forget that holidays of obligation, like this one, exist.

I actively rebel against the gift-giving expectations and false specialness of such dates (though I do generally try to make those who are special to me aware of that feeling).

But at the same time...

The few years that I've received special gifts (flowers, dinner dates, etc.) have done a remarkable job of making me feel special -- with the unfortunate side-effect of making me feel extra *not* special in years since w... read more

Budding a cappella group seeks more members

We are _The Howling Fantods_, a co-ed, mixed-voice a-capella group interested in jazz standards, strange pop arrangements, lush harmonies and extreme silliness. We are also brand new, contain sevenish singers of varying levels of experience, and are looking to add singers (particularly sopranos and tenors, but all voice parts are welcome) who have some sight-reading skills, good tuning, and are confident singing on a part alone against other part... read more