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[buymeaclue.livejournal.com]

I'd like to get my hands on some date molasses and some red miso, and somehow I don't think the Shaw's is going to cut it.

Any thoughts on where I should be looking in the Somerville/Cambridge area?

New PCP recommendations?

[edmokeski.livejournal.com]

Hey all,

So, my insurance changed on January 1st, and I need to find a new PCP. I didn't think I'd need to think about this so soon, but I managed to fall down my stairs on NYE (sober, I swear!) and would like to see somebody about my banged-up ankle.

I'm really hoping to find a practice that also integrates mental health providers, as I've had a lot of trouble in the past finding such providers who will accept new patients who aren't affiliated with a PCP in their office. It looks like both Harvard Vanguard and the Merino Center fit the bill here. Any strong feelings on specific docs at these two places? Any suggestions on similar integrated practices?

FWIW, the new insurance is a BCBS PPO. Many thanks for any/all info!

nutritionist and chiropractor?

[moonshadow.livejournal.com]

I wish to seek the services of a nutritionist and a chiropractor. Does anyone have recommendations in the Davis Square area? I searched the archive but didn't find anything helpful.

My ideal for a nutritionist should be able to give a York blood test (which tells you your food intolerances) - I am NOT looking for a dietician. The chiropractor should be female and of the gentle adjustment rather than the crunch-crunch sort.

If you leave a suggestion please indicate which field it is in. Thanks in advance.

ETA: I called the Amethyst Center, mentioned in the previous post linked below, and they're not taking new patients.

Midnght Parades and Inaugural Invites

[tomchampion.livejournal.com]

I thought DSLJ readers might be interested in our most recent Connect CTY call script, delivered last night by Lesley Delaney Hawkins to the homes and businesses directly adjacent to the route:

"Hello, this is Lesley Delaney Hawkins from the City of Somerville with important information about a scheduled overnight NSTAR equipment move through your neighborhood. Beginning at midnight on Thursday, January 3rd NSTAR will be transporting a transformer along Willow Ave and Broadway to Alewife Brook Parkway. Residents can expect a convoy of public safety and utility vehicles with flashing lights moving slowly along the corridor. We expect the move to last approximately six hours. If you have any questions or need additional information please call 311."

So, if you see a slow-moving procession of flashing lights in the early hours of Friday morning, you'll know why.


ALSO, here's a Community Note from the city:
"Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone has announced that the 2008 Inaugural Ceremony will be held on Monday, January 7th at 6:00 p.m. in the Centennial Auditorium at Somerville High School, 81 Highland Avenue. A reception will immediately follow the formal ceremony, at the Holiday Inn, 30 Washington Street. The event is free and open to the public, and formal attire is suggested. For more information, please call 311."

You are all most welcome. I am required to wear a tux, but you don't have to.

Do not anger the Gaming Geeks

[reverend-jim.livejournal.com]

Looks like "Officer" Barron had better start preparing himself for assault by a Level 20 Druid (possibly wearing a Cloak of Unlimited Parking Time), if he doesn't stop ticketing cars on Highland Ave.

Someone wisely pointed out in the comments that this dude was most likely busted for over-staying the meter limit, not running out of time on the meter. And now that his love note to the cops is all over the internet, I'm guessing his parking situation is about to become critical.

Caucus News Watching?

[sugersh.livejournal.com]

Hi Folks. I was wondering if anybody knew of anyplace in Davis Sq or Camberville generally that I could go tomorrow evening to watch results from the iowa caucuses - that is, either someplace doing an event, or a bar or other social venue nerdy enough to have a tv tuned to the news rather than to the football game.

(I checked Drinking Liberally's website and they don't have any info listed for caucus night.)

Thanks!