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Contest: Who gives you 'good vibes?'

Tell us for a chance to win tickets to the Life is good festival.

Your summer love stories

Did you have a memorable summer romance?

The Natural World

Amazing photos of animal and plant life around the world.

Peter Hotton

Handyman on Call: Restoring hardwood floors
HANDYMAN ON CALL Fixing a ceramic floor tile
HANDYMAN ON CALL Does she need a French drain for waterproofing?

2 p.m. Thurs Chat with Peter

Alex Beam

The researcher’s revenge
Voices Alex Beam: Everybody hates Facebook
G FORCE | PAUL CAPONIGRO Photographer Paul Caponigro's story is tied to Ansel Adams — and the history of Polaroid film

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Kids and Grandparents

Grandparents are an important part of the parenting community. They give advice, offer to babysit, and take the time to have fun. Share photos of the grandparents in your life.

Losing my hair, yikes!

missJB writes, "I had my second daughter three months ago and started losing my hair right away. It is coming out in clumps!"

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Could your dog be the
Leader of the Pack?

Boston.com Pets is teaming up with MSPCA-Angell to choose a dog to lead the MSPCA-Angell Walk for Animals.

Jealous of the dog walker?

CopleysCorner writes, "Copley got a new dog walker today - a family friend. But I think she used up all her lovin' on him and I'm getting none!"

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Camp Guide

Browse a featured directory of day and overnight camp listings.

PARTY PHOTOS

Party scene

Check out Bill Brett's party pictures around town.

Blogs

30-40 percent off jewelry, totes, and more in Marblehead

Downtown Marblehead accessories shop DS Designs just started its summer sale, with select jewelry, handbags, scarves, and more marked down 30-40 percent. Pretty, spacious totes;...

She saves everything

Chat today at 1. Glenn's going to run it, but I plan to pop in. My sinuses are feeling good. No big-girl pain meds anymore...

A Q and A with author Bill McKibben

Bill McKibben, a Lexington native, environmentalist, and writer, will be returning to Lexington Sunday to speak at Cary Hall. McKibben, the author of several books...

The kind of glow that you don't want

There are times -- like this hot and muggy week -- that it's difficult not to walk around looking like a glazed Renee Zellweger....

What to do in the Garden this Week

� Cut back leggy Begonias in August for more flowers in September and October. � Clean out beds for the fall. � When summer...

Wednesday dining chat

We're back to our usual time for this week's dining chat, which takes place Wednesday, Sept. 1, at 11 a.m. It's depressing to type "Sept.,"...

ZUMBA Children's Hospital Fundraiser

Calling all ZUMBA enthusiasts... There will be a ZUMBA Children's Hospital Fundraiser at Latitudes Sports Club in Methuen, MA this coming Saturday, June 26th, from...

Chat Wednesday at noon

Miss Conduct on etiquette -- Sept. 1 at noon...

Easing back-to-school transitions -- for you and your child

At the end of the summer, almost everyone is facing some sort of transition. Parents have to adjust to juggling work and home and school-related...

Switching daycare is never fun

Barbara, My husband and I are buying a home soon and we will have to switch our daughter's daycare. She is 2 1/2 and doesn't...

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Do some good

Search here for your favorite causes and find ways to make a difference.

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No-fry zone

Seems like everyone - from politicians to TV chefs - wants to make over school food programs. But even advocates concede that major changes can't happen overnight.

More food news, recipes, and features

A dance studio steps up to major hip-hop competitions

Everett's Phunk Phenomenon studio teams compete and win in the world of hip-hop dance.

Video Everett hip-hop team shows off their moves

in the parenthood

Challenges of the classroom

Whether your child is starting kindergarten, heading off to college, changing schools, or returning to the same place they went last year, the end of summer can bring on the back-to-school blues — for you and your child.

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Food

Sunday Supper and more

Tuna steaks produce two
elegant dishes

The classic flavors of Provence dress up rich tuna steaks in a meal beautiful enough for company. Flip it into two meals.

- Recipes Tuna Provencale
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- Tomatoes stuffed with tuna
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Last week's recipes

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- Gratin topping

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Fashion/Style

Emmy fashion hits and misses

The stars on the Emmys’ red carpet kept it remarkably low-key with simple, elegant column gowns in navy, black, and white. See who pulled it off -- and who didn't.

- Photos Red carpet scene
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- Highlights and wins

Voices

The picture of creativity

Sam Shipley and Jeff Halmos look at the fashion world through a different lens.

Health

health

Model nursing homes

In this Chelsea nursing home, residents decide when they want to get up, what they want to eat — and it’s all freshly cooked by specially trained nursing assistants who pull up chairs, fill their own plates, and join in the conversation.

White Coat Notes

Bottled vs. brewed tea

Only tiny amounts of healthful antioxidants, hailed for possibly guarding against a host of diseases, were found in bottled tea beverages compared with a freshly made cup of tea.

Weddings

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And they're off!

On the prowl for the perfect wedding dress? Scores of brides-to-be (and their loyal family and friends) headed to the Running of the Brides at the Hynes Convention Center with just that in mind.