Boston City Talk

Visit Boston's Real-Life Cheers

Boston is a historical city that is a vacation destination for thousands upon thousands of people each year. It’s beautiful, well-preserved, and modern as well. The museums showcase some of the oldest artifacts of the United States. Concerts and cultural events can be attended each night. Yet there is something else that draws many travelers to this great city each year: Cheers.

Weekend Fun in Boston

What are you plans for the weekend? Boston is alive and glowing even though it is officially the dark of winter. If you are looking for things to do in Boston, there are plenty of options. From the outdoors to the various performing arts events taking place, there's something here for virtually everyone.

Your Week's Roundup

Look at a few things to do in Boston. What are you up to this week?

When it comes to sports, there's plenty to do. Check out the Boston Bruins this weekend. You can also check into the Boston Celtics. Will they do it this year? That is the talk of the town of course!

Other activities that are worth exploring include the cultural arts. If you have not been to downtown lately, make it your fun activity for the week. The Boston Opera House, Colonial Theatre and the Cutler Majestic Theatre have plenty to offer guests. You may even want to check into the Boston Symphony Orchestra performing is 129^th season this year.

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Boston Things to Do New Year's Weekend

As 2011 fades and 2012 rolls in, Boston city residents will find ample things to do and experience throughout the city. If you are looking for a way to spend your New Years Eve or even New Years Day, the city offers a range of fun and interesting events worth exploring. It is up to you to choose the event that is going to provide you with the most enjoyment.

First Night Boston

The biggest celebration in the area is First Night Boston. It is the 36^th year that the event will take place. This event offers visitors a cultural experience that includes more than just fireworks and drinking. You will get to see international short files, participate in tap dancing, experience anime and many other elements.

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Boston City New Year's Events

When it comes to Boston and New Year's Eve, there is plenty to do in the city and the surrounding area. In Beverly, in the North of Boston, you can check out the annual New Year’s Eve comedy event happening at the Hastings House. You will love the fun comedy of Jimmy Dunn, a native to the area. However, there are plenty of other things you can do in Boston as well.

Boston - City Ready for Basketball

With the delay in the start of the National Basketball Association's season, Boston Celtics fans are eagerly awaiting their first game. The first scrimmage will happen on Friday as everyone prepares for the start of the season on Christmas Day. Doc Rivers announced the scrimmage will be open to some fans, too.

Boston Parking Perils

If there is one thing in Boston you need to be extremely wary of it is the threat of having your car towed for parking illegally. There are a number of places and lots that you can look at and choose from that will be able to allow you to go and need what you have to do. However, that is not that case for all elements of the city. In certain parts there are trucks that will lie in wait for you to get out of your car and to go and visit somewhere that is not associated with the lot. Read more about Boston Parking Perils

Boston's Sox Rebuilding as Revenue Is Up

The Boston Sox are talking about change, both to the coaching staff and to the team roster, with some even talking about the rebuild of Wrigley's, too. However, an interesting story that you should know about is the increase in revenue the Red Sox are seeing. In fact, in the last nine years, the Boston Red Sox increased their revenue by some $45 million by simply using two streets. The city charges a small fee, just $186,000 a year to lease the access to the streets.

What Does This Mean

If you've been down to the Red Sox stadium, you know that Yawkey Way is closed off during every home game. This is where the loyal fans go to congregate, celebrate and, of course, pay for their love of the team through the purchase of millions of dollars in concessions. All of this happens right outside the stadium before you even enter the park.

Then, there is Lansdowne Street. Here, the team has turned the air rights into some 269 seats and 100 standing room spots at the top of Green Monster. These expensive seats generate a nice income and revenue for the team as well.

So, What's the Problem?

When considering how much fun a typical Red Sox game can be, you may not be thinking about what the harm is. However, the controversy is centered on the fact that the city never took into account just how much revenue the team would generate from these streets and, if they did, it could have meant a far bigger junk to a city that could definitely use the influx of funds. What is your take on whether or not the Sox took advantage of the city or if changes should be made?

Iranian Alireza Pahlavi "Passes Himself Away"

It has been reported that Alireza Pahlavi, the younger son of the late shah of Iran has taken his own life. The story as reported by Bloomberg, indicates the time of death to be 2:11 a.m. ES on January 4th.

I find it both sad and disturbing that someone could be so depressed to take their own life, but at the same time I can understand that when you are in a state like that and you stay there for so long - you might lose your entire will to live. If this is how Alireza Pahlavi felt, I am glad that he is out of his misery and wish his family only the best for what will likely be a very difficult road ahead. Read more about Iranian Alireza Pahlavi "Passes Himself Away"

Heroism in Boston

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When I was a kid, Jack Tatum played FS/HH (free safety / headhunter) for the Oakland Raiders. In his book, They Call Me Assassin, he explained exactly what it is like to ... ?, well, take out a #2 pencil and a clean sheet of paper, kiddies. Tatum explained what it feels like to:

1) Run 100 yards in 10.0 seconds while wearing the muscled overlayer of a Mr.

Randy Moss

My son has every jersey Moss ever played in, I think, home and road … :- )

After Moss’ 175 yards (or whatever) in the 2007 opener for the Patriots, we were listening to John Clayton on the radio. Clayton may be the best-prepared sportswriter I have ever listened to. Love the guy. He is what a sportswriter should be.

But. Clayton was asked about Moss’ chances to have a renaissance in New England and he’s like, “forget it. I watched that game and he is slow. They’ll adjust next week and that will be the end of it.”

John (my son) and I just about fell out of our chairs. Read more about Randy Moss