We found it difficult to tear ourselves away from the "Puppy Bowl" and turn the channel to the Superbowl, but since we were going to skip through all that boring game stuff and just watch the commercials, we figured it wouldn't be too painful. Keep in mind, though, that since we've got TiVo, this is about the only time during the year we actually do watch commercials. Because of that we might not be able to tell whether these Superbowl ads were actually any better or worse than what's on TV on a nightly basis. But we'll still feel free to criticize nonetheless. more ›

Do you think we can have just one day of bicycling that doesn't devolve into some kind of car-smashing riot, please? This Thursday: Bike to Work Day! A day to hop on your bike ... and then gasp and flounder and struggle, because you only ride once a year. Then, if your boss lets you out early, roll up to the Bike Away From Work Party at the Rickshaw Stop (155 Fell St @ Franklin) from 5-9pm. Helpful tip: you are permitted to ride your bike to work on days other than Bike to Work Day. more ›