Mrs. Quizicalcoatl and I are finally moving to the Boston area with our 9- and 7-year old. What do we need to know?
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posted by Quizicalcoatl
on May 20, 2013 -
22 answers
For a project I'm currently working on as part of my graduation in Graphic Design, I wanted to compile something like an atlas of fictional cities. These may be from books, legends, stories, video games, advertisements, comics, really whatever... Even "real" cities but alternate versions, imagined or in some way deviate from their real counterpart are valid.
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posted by ahtlast93
on May 18, 2013 -
46 answers
Just started a new job that moves way faster than me. I'm scared that I can't keep up. What can I do to make it work?
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posted by anonymous
on May 16, 2013 -
26 answers
We rent the top floor of an old boarding house in Toronto and have access to a rooftop patio. Because we rent, drilling and installing motion activated lights or anything that would permanently alter the unit is a no-go. Any chemical or non-permanent solutions would be greatly appreciated.
posted by jrlagace
on May 15, 2013 -
6 answers
What are the DIY and temporary urban interventions happening in your neighborhood or town? Think parklets a la
PARK(ing) Day, guerrilla gardening, the
Chicago Compost Shelter,
ciclovia, etc etc. Extra points if it's in NYC or LA as I'll be in both cities in June and can check them out in person.
posted by spamandkimchi
on May 14, 2013 -
7 answers
I'm looking for a source - either paid or free - that can provide pronunciations of US city names.
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posted by zorm
on May 7, 2013 -
8 answers
My spouse and I want to be foster parents in New York City.
The whole system is exasperatingly decentralized, but we've gone to two orientations, filled out reams upon reams of paperwork, gotten physicals, put down 28 years of address history on our SCR forms. Now we need to take a MAPP training. The catch is that the agency nearest us holds the training Monday and Thursday nights.
I work Thursday nights, so that is out. I've been calling agencies trying to find an open MAPP class, to no avail so far. So I'm wondering if the MeFi hive mind has any insights on finding an open MAPP class in NYC.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 29, 2013 -
4 answers
I am wondering whether to move from a small town to a big city to boost my career. My partner has been offered a job in London, but is on the fence, 50/50, and is looking to me for the swing vote.
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posted by molloy
on Apr 26, 2013 -
22 answers
I am looking for examinations of the Internet and World Wide Web that use the structure and/or history of the city as a metaphor.
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posted by 0bvious
on Apr 12, 2013 -
9 answers
A bunch (8-10, possibly more) of friends and I want to rent a beach house or similar living situation for Thursday-Monday over the summer, either late June/early July or early August. Where should we go and how can we find affordable housing?
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posted by Urban Winter
on Apr 5, 2013 -
13 answers
Does anyone know why so many of the car washes in New York City (all boroughs) are open for 24 hours?
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posted by RajahKing
on Apr 3, 2013 -
16 answers
We're doing a project that provides info for business owners on who they should talk to for every city and county in California for local permits and regs. Aside from calling each and every one to get their updated info, is there any OTHER way to do it? Isn't there someone who does this for local government the way that other services do for specific industries? We're willing to pay for it, we just don't know WHO to pay. Thoughts?
posted by rileyray3000
on Mar 8, 2013 -
4 answers
I've paid my back taxes for New York State as of last year, but the judgment is still on my credit reports, although marked "paid". This is my only ding. Will landlords refuse to rent to me anyway?
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posted by droplet
on Feb 28, 2013 -
4 answers
I have a relative who will be on a business trip to Mexico City for about 10 days in March, and I am very tempted to go down there for a few days and visit. However I am also concerned about the number of vacation days I will be burning up as I already have two other short trips on the books for March. I've been curious to see D.F. (Mexico City) for a long time. We would be staying in the heart of downtown, in the shopping/financial district, close to the huge urban park and a bunch of museums.
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posted by mmmmbobo
on Feb 19, 2013 -
16 answers
I have a friend who grew up going to polka festivals and said she would be willing to teach me, so where can two people in their mid 20's go to polka in NYC without standing out like a sore thumb?
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posted by Bengston
on Feb 3, 2013 -
3 answers
Can't take the cold Northeast and wonder if Charleston would work? My husband and I recently moved from Los Angeles to the Eastern shore of Ct. for a variety of reasons mainly cost of living and seeking a closer knit community. Now that we have experienced a cold winter ( it's just starting!) we see that it isn't for us. Weather is a big deal and we thought we could handle it but the being stuck indoors, the layers of clothes, the desire to hibernate are all getting to us pretty quick.
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posted by privatechef
on Jan 23, 2013 -
27 answers
I walk to and from work down residential streets. It's dark, especially in Winter. Evidently I walk faster than most other pedestrians as I'm often passing them, not vice-versa. Is there a way to reassure these other pedestrians that I am not hurrying up behind them to rob/murder/kidnap them?
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posted by TangoCharlie
on Dec 6, 2012 -
54 answers
Art buffs of Mefi, please tell me about exciting things that were happening in the New York City art scene in the early 1980s.
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posted by marginaliana
on Nov 20, 2012 -
14 answers
What can I use as inspiration for cheap, creative ways to help change perceptions of my "bad" neighbourhood?
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posted by creeky
on Oct 25, 2012 -
19 answers
I just moved to a big city after graduating college in August. I'm not sure exactly what I want to do, and I'm not the most ambitious or confident person, to say the least. I have a somewhat untreated case of ADD, but I don't take my meds anymore; I'm finding coffee and exercise are much better.
Anyways, I have gotten two different pieces of negative feedback on my phone behavior with people who had the potential to give me a job; they both basically said I sounded unenthusiastic. What is a good way to remedy this?
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posted by bluelights
on Oct 19, 2012 -
28 answers
It's currently illegal for promoters to put on an MMA (i.e. 'mixed martial arts,' or 'ultimate fighting') bout in NYC. I'm sure these matches go on nonetheless, even if it's just skilled fighters fighting before spectators, gratis. Anyone know where/how I can see a fight? Or what types of places host fights (I imagine boxing gyms?) in other cities?
posted by gracchus
on Oct 6, 2012 -
5 answers
Help me evaluate the gay-friendliness of various cities, particularly Houston, TX.
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posted by nickhb
on Oct 3, 2012 -
22 answers
How does the idea of a civilian review board for previewing the firing and disciplinary actions of federal managers against civilian employees sound?
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posted by CollectiveMind
on Sep 7, 2012 -
7 answers
I'm looking into having a midwife assisted birth in the Iowa City area in March. Anybody have any suggestions? I am completely unfamiliar with the options available there.
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posted by Foam Pants
on Aug 20, 2012 -
5 answers
Portland, Oregon. Bend, Oregon. Salt Lake City, Utah. These are possible destinations for my family as we embark on an end-of-summer roadtrip. Help us decide!
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posted by gracious floor
on Aug 1, 2012 -
12 answers
How have you negotiated being frustrated with the culture and experience of young-white-people-in-the-city without alienating friends or becoming a hypocrite/cynic/other mopey monster variant?
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posted by elephantsvanish
on Jul 28, 2012 -
28 answers
2 years ago while looking for NYC apartments I came across an Upper East Side Broker's office that allowed me to leave my license and in return get a list of apartment rentals and keys to check them out that afternoon, by myself with no agent. Now I need to actually make the NYC move. Help me find a place that will do this? please?
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posted by twoforty5am
on Jul 25, 2012 -
9 answers
I'd like to write a fictional short story about the construction of a skyscraper in Newark and an incident of corruption that threatens the structural integrity of the building (based loosely on the
Citygroup Center incident. Note: I'm not saying this crisis was caused by corruption). I am seeking books, articles, photos and videos (especially), and general inspirational material on modern skyscraper construction and, particularly, any incidents similar to the Citygroup crisis. Additionally, anything worthwhile on the city of Newark (I've watched
Brick City, which was the primary inspiration for the setting). Many thanks to all in advance!
posted by smithsmith
on Jun 13, 2012 -
9 answers
I have recently moved to Culver City (Southern California) and I need the best broadband available.
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posted by digdan
on Jun 4, 2012 -
5 answers
How easy is it to use public transportation to get from Frank A. Sedita City Court to the Albright Knox on a Friday Afternoon.
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posted by PinkMoose
on May 9, 2012 -
7 answers
Opinions on gentrification from a gentrified neighborhood's non-gentry residents?
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posted by defmute
on Apr 29, 2012 -
15 answers
How do one night stands work on a practical level? Who brings protection, etc? Ladies, do you keep them around?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 24, 2012 -
29 answers
My wife and I have found a house and we love it, except that it's on a septic system. We don't mind that, but we're trying to find out if the septic/leach is going to make our backyard unusable or not.
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posted by damiano99
on Apr 23, 2012 -
13 answers
I'm in the enviable situation of having enough online work that I can move pretty much wherever I want, as long as cost of living isn't ridiculously high. I'm grateful for the freedom, but also freaking out about the freedom. Also, I want to be in a relationship, and that's definitely a big -- but confusing! -- influence on my decision about where to live. Help me decide?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 23, 2012 -
16 answers
Travelling to NYC area this summer with 3 people and small, well-behaved dog. Looking for boat tours that are pet-friendly. Hopefully something that goes around Manhattan, but any waterway in the area would be nice. Any ideas?
posted by cows of industry
on Apr 3, 2012 -
4 answers
Moving to a big, foreign city from a very small American town- what skills or situations should a country lady be aware of? In other words, how do I not die and/or not go crazy from the people? So. Many. People.
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posted by Bibliogeek
on Apr 3, 2012 -
30 answers
I am unemployed, living in New York City, with no health insurance and need to see a dermatologist. I can't afford a $250 visit. Does anyone know of a (cheap) dermatologist I could see?
posted by likeapen
on Mar 16, 2012 -
7 answers
Help me plan the cheapest possible meals in New York for my boyfriend's father, who's visiting us for a weekend. He's not impressed by anything unless it's under $3. It doesn't have to taste good. It just needs to be insanely cheap.
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posted by pineappleheart
on Mar 12, 2012 -
37 answers
If I wanted to live in a city where a room goes for under $300/$400, and I don't need a car, where should I look? Assume USD, don't care about weather, and safe-ish. Youngish people who like to do things other than watch TV is also preferred.
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posted by shinyshiny
on Feb 21, 2012 -
41 answers
