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Need a PS5 looked at for a dead m.2 slot.

I've been neglectful and haven't had insurance in current apartment. Want to fix that. No car so no obvious choice of insurance company.

Does anyone have any recommendations/stay away suggestions that don't involve combining with auto?

Any - make sure it covers X advice is also welcome.

Thanks.

Edited to add: live with roommates. Would like to a) not have to get them to join in and b) be covered if one if them is the reason for an insurance claim.

So today my mother and I decided to go the the MFA and we were having lunch and around 1:30pm the emergency alarms in the building went off, they were telling us to leave as there was an emergency in the building. My mom and I left, lunch in hand, and I ate the rest of my chicken tenders in the parking lot, waiting for the staff to let us back in. When we asked a member of staff what happened, they just said they weren’t told why the alarm went off. I’m very curious as to what happened, although it’s very possible that someone’s kid decided to find out what pulling the red lever on the wall does.

Very bright green

Just saw something bright green flying over Roslindale. Anyone else?

(bunching is when trains or buses aren't evenly spaced apart and instead group together. For example, if a train is supposed to come every 15 minutes, but instead you wait 30 minutes and two trains show up one after one another, then you have bunching.)

The short:

I’ve been trying to find this one particular song from a band called Lumen from the early 90s for the last 20 years. I was probably 12 but I think the lyrics to one of their songs was “I know that I’ll be down for dancing under shadows, but I’ll say that I’d rather be alone.”

I would send anyone that has a recording a fun surprise at this point. (Optional, but desperate)

The long-ish:

I was probably 12 years old, a chubby awkward kid, trying to teach himself guitar. I was really getting into a discovering local bands. Listening to those radio shows whose names I can’t remember right now, but they would be playing stuff like the dirt merchants and Quintaine Americana. It was just the coolest thing to me. I ended up convincing my mother to let me go to the Boston battle of the bands and all that shit.

Anyway, I heard this song from lumen loved it and managed to catch a recording the next time they played it on the radio. I probably recorded six hours of tape just to catch that song. Then I must’ve found their email address from my space or some website. I remember writing this email to them, probably worked on it for like an hour. I think it was three sentences. I think I just said something like hey I really love you guys. I love your songs and keep up the good work. I’d also love it if you had any tablature available for this one particular song, and I sent it off. I didn’t expect anything in return.

Then probably a day or two later, I got a response from the band. They were super kind and thankful, and they said we don’t have any tablature available for any of our songs, but if you wanna come down to our practice space, we would be happy to be teach you this.

And as a 12 year-old receiving that response is probably like the craziest thing that had happened to me at the time, super cool. This is already way too long, but I just wanna say that that band is awesome and worth remembering as a part of the Boston music scene.

Thanks!

Edit: not myspace. This must have been ‘95 or earlier

Does anyone know of places serving Thanksgiving pizza this month? I know of the following but it would be great to find more around Boston and the south shore.

1. Gigi's Pizza in Waltham

2. Cape Cod Cafe in Brockton (Wednesdays only)

3. Twin's Pizza in North Providence

4. Jack's Irish Pub in Smithfield

5. Fellini's in Providence (1 day only, need to pre-order)

We have an event planned and are thinking of buying compostable plates and forks/spoons to avoid plastic.

They look very real plasticy! And i am worried they need some special kind of composting. Can I put these in the green compost bins for trash day pick up?

I tried searching for "bioplastic/s", "compostable plates" etc in the Boston Trash and Recycling App, but nothing was coming through for that!

Would love to not throw them in the trash if I can avoid it.

I'm not sure if it's just me but has anyone else noticed that tons of bands are skipping mass on their tours? King Gizzard, Deftones, Alex Warren are just the most recent ones. I think that some probably tried to book Fenway but I think they reserved spots for Noah Kahan and his 6 nights. I just thought it was unusual, I am fully aware it's just the timing, taste of the artist, etc. I kind of just find it funny lol

I’m looking to connect with people who have access to distinctive event spaces in Boston, particularly historic buildings, old estates, mansions, libraries, and architectural spaces with European or Renaissance character.
I’m developing a hospitality concept centered around intimate, curated dinner parties and cultural gatherings, with an emphasis on creating memorable experiences while bringing new audiences and exposure to the venues themselves.
I’d love to explore mutually beneficial collaborations that allow these spaces to be experienced in a new way while highlighting their history, architecture, and unique atmosphere.
If you work in hospitality, real estate, event management, or have connections to these types of properties, I’d love to connect!
Recommendations and introductions are very welcome.

Are there any taquerias in the Boston area who are serving authentic al pastor? Trompo in sight, decent tortillas

They're thick and warm, also quite heavy

They usually have peacock patterns

I was at the Emerson Colonial theater the other week and I saw this photo in the men’s restroom (yes I took a photo in the restroom, but it was empty!) There was nothing written on or near this photo, not even a date. Does anyone know anything about this photo, like when it was taken or the event that is occurring?

Edit: thank you to everyone for all of the informative (and entertaining) responses. Redditors always come through!

In 2018, I spent the summer in Boston on an internship. On the final day in August, I missed my flight and remained at the airport on standby for more than 24 hours. I stayed awake the entire time, pushing myself forward. Throughout that period, I felt stupid and viewing my actions as irresponsible while simply wanting to return home.

When I could no longer stay awake, I decided to rest on a bench near midnight. Then something heartfelt occurred: a young girl approached and offered me a blanket. Her mother arrived as well, and I thanked her while returning the blanket, declining the child’s generous gesture.

Her mother then said something I will never forget: “No, keep it. I want her to feel proud of herself for doing something kind for someone.”Throughout this period I criticized myself and spoke harshly, until a young girl showed me what kindness truly meant. I still keep her blanket; I promised myself I would carry it in my car in case anyone required it, and my son did.
nd the origin of the human spirit.

I don’t know if the girl who is likely close to late teens or her mom will see this and it is an incredible long shot. But thank you for the blanket and thank you for reminding me to be kind to myself

We were at Bsmnt tonight and my bestie saw a boy who was 6 foot, black, who had a beanie, white top. Amazing smile. He asked where we were going and asked if our over event over? Plz let us know if you have his social media. She’s really interested

Therapy dog Belle (a very fluffy Great Pyrenees) was taken around Logan Airport’s Terminal C on Saturday to soothe passengers a day after the massive FAA ground stop.

He was quite possibly shitfaced or drugged out

First time being alone in Boston for a few months, and now I have nothing to do?