The Friends of the Public Garden today launched an Instagram photo contest, to celebrate 50 years of caring for Boston’s historic three parks – the Public Garden, Boston Common, and Commonwealth Avenue Mall. Nine (9) photos will be selected for use on flagpole banners surrounding the parks, beginning in August (visual guideline here). The Friends want Read More…
We’ve had quite a few weeks in which we’ve endured Syrian atrocities, a gunman at the Washington Navy Yard, terrorists at a Nairobi shopping mall, and a city election in Boston. It’s time to think about something frivolous. I suggest Tom Brady. I’m not talking about his throwing arm or his age. Let’s focus on Read More…
National Glaucoma Awareness Month is an important time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steal sight without warning and is the leading cause of irreversible blindness. Although the most common forms primarily affect the middle-aged and the elderly, glaucoma can affect people of all ages. Read More…
