What websites/blogs/radio stations do you use to find things to do in NYC? [more inside]
posted by bluelight on Jul 13, 2009 - 15 answers

My 14 year old stepson is bored in New York. What should he do? How about Montreal? [more inside]
posted by musofire on Jul 10, 2009 - 36 answers

Is it possible to practice and brush up on martial arts? I can't afford a dojo and only have my wife to practice on (!!). I know...rather sad. But she is willing to learn so I teach her. Can I polish up my previous learning? I have 3 years in karate 2 years in small-circle jujitsu (wrist lock flowing techniques, and not the Brazilian stuff...which would be great, though)...and a smattering of Aikido. I am not looking to be Bruce Lee or the best cage fighter. I am wanting to perfect what I do know. Is it silly to watch youtube videos and books that I have (excellent reference by Marc Tedeschi etc) to refresh myself as well as practice teaching my wife? What are your thoughts on training in a vacuum if you will? If you have any training ideas or opinions I am open for your knowledge or criticism. I don't want to waste my time.
posted by snap_dragon on Jun 6, 2009 - 7 answers

You may very well recognize this song. It is from this movie. What does it mean? Does the first stanza and/or chorus spell something? Please help! [more inside]
posted by crazyray on Apr 11, 2009 - 9 answers

In the first week of April I will be traveling to the Fragas do Eume natural park in Galicia (Spain). I will also be paying a visit to the city of La Coruna. I am looking for advice about how to eat cheaply and what to see in La Coruna. [more inside]
posted by maca on Mar 20, 2009 - 2 answers

How can I get the lumps out of my goose down mattress pad? [more inside]
posted by Advocate, I on Feb 6, 2009 - 4 answers

Do you know of any tetrachromat artists? Or any art made by a tetrachromat?
posted by Taksi Putra on Nov 2, 2008 - 6 answers

Things to do in San Jose! And how to get there... [more inside]
posted by ClanvidHorse on Sep 12, 2008 - 21 answers

NewYorkCityFilter: I'm headed to New York City this weekend, staying midtown. It's somewhat spur of the minute but I was wondering if any MeFites have suggestions of current things to do, places to eat and drink, etc. I love trying new places, eats, visual, audible, sensual stimulations. Anything discussed on Mefi recently? Thanks.
posted by hangingbyathread on May 22, 2008 - 20 answers

crunch-filter: how do I stop my abdominal muscles from aching? [more inside]
posted by krautland on May 21, 2008 - 12 answers

I seem to have a very particular social skills deficit. Can you suggest software that might serve as a kind of brain prosthetic for me? [more inside]
posted by Naberius on Apr 28, 2008 - 14 answers

I have been working steadily and consistently for the last three years but not at jobs that show growth or project development (which everyone seems to want to know about). How do I find a new (better) job now? [more inside]
posted by project 2501 on Apr 2, 2008 - 1 answer

What do I do with my life after college? I want to do something I don't hate, and might even like. I want YOUR suggestions and ideas. [more inside]
posted by rybreadmed on Feb 7, 2008 - 8 answers

Costume help: Young Republican? [more inside]
posted by raztaj on Oct 5, 2007 - 46 answers

What is the difference between a DO and an MD? Is one particularly suited to treat certain types of illnesses/conditions better than the other?
posted by dancinglamb on Oct 3, 2007 - 13 answers

I am writing an ebook about storage sheds and barns, and would love to learn a few things. What do you use your storage shed for? I know most people use it to store their lawn mower and gardening supplies, but others are using sheds/barns creatively, [more inside]
posted by adriana on Aug 7, 2007 - 21 answers

So I have a friend flying in to Salt Lake City to visit on the weekend of December 8-10, getting in Friday morning and leaving Sunday night. What is there to do around town that weekend that's really awesome?
posted by freddymungo on Nov 13, 2006 - 4 answers

I am in the search of finding free and or cheap things to do in the LA area (Santa Monica, Venice, Culver City, Marina Del Rey Etc)...any ideas? Just something you have found that you really enjoy...
posted by matthelm on Nov 6, 2006 - 12 answers

How do you get pregnant with a turkey baster? [more inside]
posted by BigBrownBear on Oct 20, 2006 - 19 answers

This year, I turn thirty, on Thanksgiving. I need something to do that's special with my fiance, and as always, there's [more inside]
posted by FritoKAL on Oct 15, 2006 - 2 answers

I am 32 and I recently decided that I would like to become a veterinarian. As I am getting on in the "picking a career" years I have a few questions. I only have a B.A. in Psych to start with. Would it make sense to go to school to become a vet technician or vet technologist first? I'm a little lost on how to get started with the whole thing.
posted by josher71 on Aug 9, 2006 - 16 answers

i need things to do during the day, at work, on the computer or that look like work. [more inside]
posted by annoyance on May 10, 2006 - 20 answers

How did Kubrick film the psychedelic 'stargate' sequence of "2001: A Space Odyssey"? Some of the movie's special effects are obviously crude CGI (like the cockpit displays during spacecraft rendezvous) but the ending seems far more sophisticated. Regular old animation? Looks too... digital. Articles on 'the making of' I've seen never discuss this all-important visual (although it's cool knowing about the spinning set used for example in the jogging scene).
posted by Rash on Sep 15, 2005 - 16 answers

Inside, a question about nocturnal activities which will be best answered by Londoners, night-owls and lateral thinkers. [more inside]
posted by skylar on Aug 23, 2005 - 15 answers

Can you help me get my beagle puppy to poo for me? [more inside]
posted by UncleHornHead on May 13, 2005 - 16 answers