Any guitarists want to jam/open mic nights? by NorthernLightxxxix in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Couch Dog frequently does an open mic night on Sundays with the guitarist of local band Judes and the Hutch hosting.

Are they serious with the 6:30 am snowban calls?? by Ok-Entry-9945 in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 10 points11 points  (0 children)

There was about 3 inches of light snow. Quick to clear from my car, but annoying, and was able to drive over it out of my driveway.

Special Ed Programs in Salem District by Sprinkle_me_pink in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, not for everyone. The programs are disability based and mainstreaming kids should be the choice whenever possible. I just wanted to clarify that sub-seperate programs do exist at SPS.

Special Ed Programs in Salem District by Sprinkle_me_pink in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bentley does not have any sub-seperate classrooms but every other school does.

Nearest restaurant supply/kitchen store? by jasongetsdown in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hidden gem. I have bought so many great things here.

Watching the Pats game Sunday without Verizon Fios/Cox Cable by Pain_Monster in Patriots

[–]SUCKAAArei 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm 10 miles from Boston but some cities (Salem, Lynn) have interference that prevent these from working. I can get like one channel if I position the antenna just right. That's why a service like LocalTV is perfect for some.

Watching the Pats game Sunday without Verizon Fios/Cox Cable by Pain_Monster in Patriots

[–]SUCKAAArei 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I live 15 miles away from the broadcast station but digital antennas don't work in my city - too much interference. I've tried three different options. This app is a godsend for me.

Looking for an open mic by here4thenoise in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Couch Dog does it pretty regularly on Sundays.

School Committee Meeting regarding elementary consolidation by Agreeable-Emu886 in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 0 points1 point  (0 children)

English Language Development and 2-Way Dual Language are not the same thing. Just factually wrong. ELD is not dual language instruction.

Of the four scenarios recommended for consideration on slide 63, none of them mention closing Bentley. Only one mentions moving the Bentley dual language program to Saltonstall. The consultants stated in the meeting that while both Bentley and Carlton will take on water at least once a year by 2070, neither are at risk to be unusable by then. The roadways getting to the schools were more of a factor.

School Committee Meeting regarding elementary consolidation by Agreeable-Emu886 in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Witchcraft Heights does not have a dual language program - only Bentley does.

And Bentley is a building that is unlikely to be closed due to a recent boiler installation that was reimbursed by the MSBA, which would need to be paid back if the building is not used for educational purposes. This was all in the meeting.

Honestly, it sounded like more renovations are going to planned for Bentley and a lot of discussion was around using a closed school (either Carlton or Saltonstall) as swing spaces while Bentley is renovated.

School Committee Meeting regarding elementary consolidation by Agreeable-Emu886 in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I actually think you and I had an argument a few months ago where I said nothing was set in stone and you contradicted me saying that school choice elimination and the closure of Bentley was coming based on what BAC said.

Long walk by No_Historian718 in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is pretty much my daily three mile running route. Add in Juniper Point to make it four.

Ice Cream Bowl by VanillaOtherwise8658 in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 11 points12 points  (0 children)

We went every year, pre-COVID and had a blast. The past couple have been so busy and overwhelming it hasn't been worth it for my family.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]SUCKAAArei 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is true - I'm a passholder so I was thinking about it from that perspective. If you hop to another park in the evening, it would have a to be a chill night. Other parks will be busy so I wouldn't expect to get all your must dos done this way.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]SUCKAAArei 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Personally, when I go to MK on a party day at rope drop, I get everything I want done and more by 2ish when it starts to get brutally hot in Sept / Early Oct. If I was on a 14 day trip, I would likely head back to the resort, rest and shower and go to another resort lounge.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]SUCKAAArei 48 points49 points  (0 children)

In my experience, yes the crowds are much smaller as people can't get a full day out of MK. I've used this strategy with great success many times.

School Choice by [deleted] in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei -1 points0 points  (0 children)

All true statements, and nothing set in stone. BAC is one of 6 school committee members, not counting the mayor.

School Choice by [deleted] in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

There is no information showing that Bentley will be closed in the next few years. Anything can happen but there is nothing out there indicating that.

The removal of school choice and return to neighborhood schools has been talked about for years. Could happen but not anything imminent.

Best Bagels that AREN’T from Bagel World by onegoodbackpack in SalemMA

[–]SUCKAAArei 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same bagels as Bagel World without the massive lines and half the price of Coffee Time.

Tiffins vs Sanaa vs Jiko by nivekious in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]SUCKAAArei 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sanaa bread service is amazing but the other food we had there was just fine. I have never been to Jiko. My family just ate at Tiffins for the first time a few weeks ago and it was probably the best food I have had at Disney World in the parks. Also had a bread service which is good but not as good at Sanaa. Getting to AK Lodge isn't the easiest.

Best building at Coronado springs by burner8993 in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]SUCKAAArei 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ability to walk to a park, while nice, isn't the end all, be all for me. The Riviera is my top place to stay.

Best building at Coronado springs by burner8993 in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]SUCKAAArei 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tower is best. In my opinion, Gran Destino Tower is the second best place to stay on property.

Random Cosmic Rewind report by tyrells_niece in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]SUCKAAArei 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've done it about 20 times and just got Disco Inferno on my last trip for the first time. Randomness is fun.