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The Season of Bugs

by Josh Wood Friday August 27, 2010

So if you live anywhere near a tree, a garden or a patch of grass, you probably hear what reminds you of a soundtrack to a jungle movie outside your window. They’re bugs, and they’re great. They really get rolling in the humid August weather and then crescendo towards the end of the month. You possibly also hear your neighbors. They’re not in this guide. Re-posted from last year.

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Food

Cashews & Menus

The Friends of the Pawtuxet sent a note about this Saturday’s farmers’ market. Highlights at the market include a cashew cheese cooking demonstration and a suggestion to fill your menu with as many locally harvested foods as possible.

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Misc

Thee Euston-Fairweather Registry of Hyper Links: Is It Already August? Edition

It’s already August, and it’s time for a little catch-up post of sorts. Don’t neglect your zucchini.

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Planning-Development

Pontiac Bridge Closes

RIDOT will shut down the Pontiac Bridge on Monday. Yes, there actually is a bridge somewhere on Pontiac Avenue.

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Misc

Thee Euston-Fairweather Registry of Hyper Links: Gaspee Days Edition

Recently, Freddy Krueger was shot. This weekend a ship will burn, a market will move and recycled goods will find new homes. Here’s the short version:

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Nature-Outdoors

Rough Weather Later Today

The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, says the weather could get all Wizard of Oz this afternoon. If you’re lounging in the kiddie pool or making divots on the links – respect the thunder and head to shelter.

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Nature-Outdoors

This Weekend: Kill Plants

Most nature walks demand a reverence for plants. A special nature walk this Saturday encourages you to smash them. More from Steve Stycos:

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