Tag Archives: day trip
Blue Jays attempt to shut Boston out of the playoffs, stay above .500
Wakefield battles Morrow in eighth attempt at 200th win Could this finally be the game when everything falls into place for the Red Sox and Tim Wakefield, enough so that the veteran knuckler can earn his 200th victory? After it seemed like a near certainty weeks ago, Wakefield will take his record eighth stab at No. 200 on Tuesday at Fenway Park when the division-rival Blue Jays come to town to kick off a brief two-game set. The Red Sox, who have lost four straight series for the first time this year, could use any kind of positive momentum swing…
The ultimate afternoon indulgence – tailgating, Jack, and cheeseburgers
The typical notion for “afternoon tea” is changing from a quaint, tidy affair to one a bit more loose. Today’s afternoon teas cater to a new crowd. The trend is to include Jack with your cheeseburgers… and that’s not Monterrey. Billed as “the ultimate indulgence,” there is less tea and more meal, served in three courses, alongside a bottomless selection of Jack Daniel’s. The trend could make its way into NFL tailgating parties. These get-togethers are known for their camaraderie. In cities close to the border, Americans and Canadians get together to celebrate their similarities and differences in parties that…
Obama to visit Detroit Labour Day
Still thinking about what to do on the upcoming holiday weekend? President Obama has announced he will be in Detroit. While he said he does not think he will march in the Solidarity Parade, you might be able to catch him giving a speech afterward at a location yet to be announced. Detroit AFL-CIO President Saundra Williams said Obama’s visit could bring in an additional 100,000 people to the Michigan AFL-CIO Labour Day Parade — possibly doubling the annual crowd. Along with the march, there are additional events happening in and around the Detroit area. For example, the Detroit Jazz…
