New American Girl Doll Store Opens in Natick...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/31/08 07:21 PM
Caribou Barbie No Match for American Girl Doll!…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene Posted on November 1, 2008 by bostonkayakguy  Image by Getty Images via Daylife
“Caribou Barbie” may be the smash hit of Saturday Night Live, but in Natick, the opening of the smashing new American Girl Doll Store at the Natick Collection has young women everywhere preparing to make their own contribution to jump starting the economy.
One of only six stores in the country, American Girl’s newest showcase is 21,000 square feet of girlhood nirvana.
Just think…the doll hair salon where dolls get “the attention they deserve”, ear piercing available … (1 comments)

Wellesley, Weston, Natick, Needham Commuters..Pike Changes in Weston..John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/30/08 07:59 PM
Calling All Weston, Wellesley, Natick, Needham Commuters..
Sent from Massachusetts Turnpike Authority  
Beyonce sang it in her song “Irreplaceable” when she crooned..”to the left, to the left,” and now the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority is singing the same tune for the Weston Toll Plaza.
 
A reconfiguring of the toll lanes in Weston will have Fast Lane commuter lanes to the left.  Middle lanes will be for cash only drivers.  We’re told that all lanes will be clearly marked and easy to navigate.
Fastlane left
 
 
 
 
 
 
The changes will be worked on over the … (0 comments)

PRICE REDUCED! OH 11/2, 12:30-2, 87 LaGrange Street, West Roxbury - 10/30/08 10:12 AM
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The Man In The Mirror..Anderson Cooper's Top Culprits of Collapse # 1..John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/29/08 11:34 PM
I’m Looking At The Man in the Mirror..Anderson Cooper’s Top Culprits of Collapse..And He’s Naming Names..#1 Culprit..
Posted on October 30, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 

Naming Names:  Anderson Cooper’s Top Culprits of the Collapse unveiled the most important culprit according to this CNN report and that culprit is someone you have the utmost respect for:...yourself! That’s right…you, me, and joe the plumber… CNN and Anderson Cooper 360 have named “we the people” as one of the Top Culprits of the Collapse… Culprits of the Collapse - #1 You
“So who is to blame for this financial fiasco? That’s the question we’ve … (0 comments)

Condo Escape Clause or Free Dog Sled with House Purchase? John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/28/08 04:49 PM
"New York condo developer is offering to let buyers back out of contracts signed between now and Election Day if Barack Obama fails to win the presidency."
- Hot Property/Business Week
 
In Alaska, a developer is offering a free dog sled with every signed P & S between now and the election if McCain wins.
- BostonKayakGuy
 
JUST KIDDING !!
… (1 comments)

Barney Frank...Affordable Housing Sugar Daddy..John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/28/08 03:30 PM
Barney Frank Called “Affordable Housing Sugar Daddy”
Posted on October 28, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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The fat lady hasn’t sung…in fact she hasn’t even begun her vocal warm-ups, according to a report on WickedLocal.com, regarding the debate held at Wellesley College for the 4th congressional seat presently held by Barney Frank.
Contenders Earl Sholley and Susan Allen squared off against Frank, saying he needed to go because of his role in the mortgage crisis,  With Sholley calling him the “affordable housing sugar daddy,” the debate was off and running.
Frank strongly volleyed the tag team … (0 comments)

Wellesley Woman Advocates Changes to Teen Drinking…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene - 10/26/08 12:34 PM
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Posted on October 26, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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The Boston Globe ran an interesting letter to the editor the other day.
Kate Martin of Wellesley makes the case for a loosening of Massachusetts laws pertaining to teen drinking and host liability.
Following the recent death of a Plainville teen who had been at a drinking party, Martin feels that the age of drinking should be lowered.  She also advocates changing liability laws that hold adults responsible for underage teens drinking on their property.
Martin feels these steps would help to ensure that … (0 comments)

BREAKING NEWS..AUTOPSY RESULTS FOR JOEY LARRACEY, HOLLISTON - 10/25/08 08:17 PM
BREAKING NEWS..AUTOPSY RESULTS FOR JOEY LARRACEY, HOLLISTON bostonkayakguy.wordpress.com — This just in...the findings of the autopsy on young Joey Larracey of Holliston who passed away earlier this year following a scrimmage, have been released and indicate that ...(more) BostonKayakGuy...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene
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Barney Frank…Has the Fat Lady Sung?... John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/25/08 06:27 PM
Barney Frank…Has the Fat Lady Sung?
Posted on October 25, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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Barney Frank will debate to keep job…
Barney Frank, Earl Sholley and Susan Allen will engage in a debate for the 4th congressional seat on Sunday, October 26 at Wellesley College at 4:30 pm.
The event is free and open to the public. The doors will open at 3:30 pm.
Issues on the table include Frank’s possible role in the collapse of the financial markets, his alleged ties to Fannie Mae, and his inability to denounce the lack of proper oversight … (0 comments)

Date Night in Wellesley...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/25/08 06:18 PM
Date Night Wellesley
Posted on October 25, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
This week’s Date Night Wellesley comes courtesy of:
 
The Swellesley Report:
“Villains & Vixens,” A Musical Fundraiser to Benefit the Newton Country Players.  This theatre event will be held  Saturday 10/25 at Mass Bay Community College, Oakland St. Wellesley.  Tickets are $20.  More information: The Swellesley Report or Newton Country Players.
 
Wellesley Townsman Blog - Anne-Marie Smolski
“Like organ music? Head over to Houghton Chapel at Wellesley College for the Wellesley College Concert Series. On Saturday, Oct. 25, at 8 p.m., James Davis Christie will perform. The program … (0 comments)

Naming Names: Anderson Cooper’s Top Culprits of Collapse..#2.. Franklin Raines of Fannie Mae - 10/24/08 10:11 AM
Top Culprits of Collapse..#2.. Franklin Raines of Fannie Mae John Prescott's The MetWest Scene  

Posted on October 24, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 

10 Most Wanted: Culprits of the Collapse

 
Anderson Cooper “Politicians have said ‘now is not the time to talk about blame for the financial collapse.’ Now IS the time to talk about blame. People deserve to know how we got into this mess. We’re naming names and holding The culprits of the collapse accountable. Every night we add a new name to our list…” See who’s on it…
Join CNN every night at 10 pm … (0 comments)

Naming Names: Anderson Cooper’s Top Culprits of Collapse..#3 James Cayne of Bear Stearns - 10/23/08 11:00 AM
Naming Names:  Top Culprits of Collapse...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 23, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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Culprits of the Collapse - #3 James Cayne/Bear Stearns
Gary Tuchman reports…

Disconnected, bridge playing, pot smoking CEO?  Unaware of the enormous risks management was taking in the subprime markets?
Or savy long-term veteran who played his cards wrong?
Walked away with $61 million from sale of his entire block of Bear Stearns stock.
Watched personal wealth of Bear Stearns shareholders and employees plummet.
Bear Stearns’ James Cayne: once #354 on the Forbes 400.
…Now … (1 comments)

Great Buying Opportunity in Boston Real Estate! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/22/08 11:38 PM
Up and Coming Neighborhoods in Boston Real Estate! ... John Prescott's The MetWest Scene   87 LaGrange St. West Roxbury  

Posted on October 23, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
In an economic downturn, there always exists opportunity; you just need to know where to look!
Urban areas that attract artists tend to be on the vanguard of development opportunity.
Revitalizing neighborhoods with galleries, boutiques, and cafes attracts business and residents.
Living close to jobs in affordable housing appeals to young professionals, growing families, and artists, among others.  In the past, artists have shown an uncanny ability to ferret out locations ripe … (0 comments)

Naming Names: Anderson Cooper’s Top Culprits of Collapse..Angelo Mozilo of Countrywide.. - 10/22/08 09:24 AM
Naming Names: Anderson Cooper’s Top Culprits of Collapse..Angelo Mozilo of Countrywide..  John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 22, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Naming Names:Anderson Cooper’s the Top Culprits of the Collapse unveiled Countrywide’s Angelo Mozilo as the 4th member of the pyramid of greed.
David Mattingly reports:


No mention is made of the VIP loans Mozilo is alleged to have made to two senators, two former cabinet members, and former US ambassador Richard Holbrooke.
Senator  Chris Dodd, chairman of the Banking Committee, and the chairman of the Budget Committee Senator Kent Conrad, along with former HUD secretary … (2 comments)

Wellesley College...Why We Can't Party Like It's 1999!..John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/21/08 02:02 PM
Wellesley College Event: Why We Can’t Party Like It’s 1999!
Posted on October 21, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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“As more and more people feel the effects of the current financial crisis and credit crunch, many questions arise. How did this happen, and what comes next?
Eric Hilt, an economic historian, will talk about the historical parallels to the current crisis during the panel discussion “Donkeys, Elephants, Bulls and Bears!” Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 12:30 pm in Pendleton Atrium on the Wellesley campus. Economics faculty members Olga Shurchkov, Malhar Nabar, Joseph Joyce and Akila Weerapana will join him to … (0 comments)

Wellesley College Explains Why We Can't Party Like It's 1999! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/20/08 12:31 PM
Wellesley College Event: Why We Can’t Party Like It’s 1999!
Posted on October 20, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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“As more and more people feel the effects of the current financial crisis and credit crunch, many questions arise. How did this happen, and what comes next?
Eric Hilt, an economic historian, will talk about the historical parallels to the current crisis during the panel discussion “Donkeys, Elephants, Bulls and Bears!” Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 12:30 pm in Pendleton Atrium on the Wellesley campus. Economics faculty members Olga Shurchkov, Malhar Nabar, Joseph Joyce and Akila Weerapana will join him to … (0 comments)

Great Buying Opportunity in Boston Real Estate! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/20/08 11:41 AM
Up and Coming Neighborhoods in Boston Real Estate! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene  Great Buying Opportunities in Boston Real Estate!  87 LaGrange St. West Roxbury
Posted on October 20, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
In an economic downturn, there always exists opportunity; you just need to know where to look!
Urban areas that attract artists tend to be on the vanguard of development opportunity.
Revitalizing neighborhoods with galleries, boutiques, and cafes attracts business and residents.
Living close to jobs in affordable housing appeals to young professionals, growing families, and artists, among others.  In the past, artists have shown an uncanny ability to … (0 comments)

Naming Names: Culprits of Collapse..Just the Beginning..John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/19/08 01:49 PM
Naming Names: Who Made Anderson Cooper’s First Cut of Culprits of the Collapse?
Posted on October 19, 2008 by bostonkayakguy
Anderson Cooper’s Top Culprits of the Collapse ended the week realizing that culpability extended well beyond the number 10.  So CNN will continue reporting on the Culprits, and we’ll have to stay tuned…
The first 5 culprits include Joe Cassano/AIG, Richard Fuld/Lehman, Chris Cox/SEC, Phil Gramm/former US senator, Alan Greenspan/former FED chairman, and Ian McCarthy/Beazer Homes.
Since CNN’s report first began airing, a number of news items and investigations have been announced…
 
#5 Beazer Homes/Ian McCarthy

- … (2 comments)

Anderson Cooper Really Does Have Something in Common with Joe the Plumber ...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/17/08 01:09 PM
Anderson Cooper: Sludge Buster!...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 17, 2008 by bostonkayakguy
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Naming Names: Anderson Cooper’s Top Culprits of the Collapse…
Well as the minions at CNN waded through the detritus of the financial markets infrastructure, it seems that it became apparent that the problems that ate away at the underpinning of the US economy extended far beyond the number 10.
CNN’s The Morning Buzz announced that the TOP TEN CULPRITS OF THE COLLAPSE has now morphed into the broader “Top Culprits….”
No end in sight to the numbers of culprits that fell … (0 comments)

Joe Six Pack, Joe the Plumber…Meet Ed McGangsta...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/17/08 12:29 AM
Joe Six Pack, Joe the Plumber…Meet Ed McGangsta
Posted on October 17, 2008 by bostonkayakguy | Edit
As we continue to be introduced to the political candidates’ cast of characters, the symbol of the senior set impacted by the economy has taken to rapping for a credit reporting entity…
 
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Next Up:  Mark Burnett’s New Show - “Economic Survivor”…
JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of  Wellesley, South Natick, Weston, Needham, Wayland, Newton, Framingham and other MetWest communities.  www.johnprescott.net
JOHN PRESCOTT
Vice President
Century … (0 comments)

NEW PRICE! Open House 10/19, 12:30-2 - 10/16/08 03:21 PM
 
87 LaGrange Street
 at Bellevue Hill Road
West Roxbury
$299,900
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Ranting, Raving, Venting, and Burning in Wellesley..Who Knew?..John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/16/08 11:50 AM
John Prescott's The MetWest Scene Rant, Rave, Burn Like A Star…Flame Up!
Posted on October 16, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Economy? Bailout? Credit Crunch?
Or maybe it’s about the guy who cut you off on the highway, the rude customer service rep, or the long wait at the doctor’s office.
Then again, it could be the guy who didn’t call you, the sorority which didn’t pledge you, or the professor who gave you a low grade.
If life is throwing you curve balls or you’re just plain fed up, then take your rant and head to FlameUp.com where you can rant, … (0 comments)

Like Father Like Son at Ken's Steak House Framingham...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/16/08 02:44 AM
Like Father, Like Son at Ken’s Steak House Framingham
Posted on October 16, 2008 by bostonkayakguy
If it seems like there are a lot of familiar faces at Ken’s Steak House in Framingham…you’re right!
Robby (left) and George Zanella trim sirloin and filet mignons at Ken’s Steak House in Framingham. Robby started working there in ‘63; George in ‘58. (Wendy Maeda/Globe Staff)
For more:
50 Years and They’re Still on the Cutting Edge/Boston.com

JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of  Wellesley, South Natick, Weston, Needham, Wayland, … (0 comments)

Naming Names: Anderson Cooper’s Top Culprits # 7 …Phil Gramm On Board! - 10/15/08 03:01 AM
John Prescott's The MetWest Scene: Top Culprits # 7 …Phil Gramm On Board!  

Posted on October 15, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Culprits of the Collapse - #7 Phil Gramm
It seemed appropriate that a politician take his place with the rogue’s gallery of Top Ten Culprits of the Collapse, so former Senator Phil Gramm of Texas now assumes the fourth photo on the post office wall!
* courtesy MotherJones Magazine
Back to 1999 where our U.S. senator spearheaded legislation which allowed banks to comingle with investment houses and insurance companies, which expressly went against laws in existence since the Great Depression!  … (0 comments)

Calling All MacBook Lovers!…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene - 10/14/08 05:51 PM

Posted on October 14, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
They’re Here…… New MacBooks! And they’re not plastic…  
Oct. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ – Apple today unveiled an all new MacBook family that redefines notebook design, and at the same time dramatically lowers the entry price for advanced notebook features including all-metal enclosures and pro-performance notebook graphics by $700 to make them far more affordable….*
                                                                                                   - BestStuff.com
 
 
“Apple has invented a whole new way of building notebooks from a single block of aluminum. And, just as important, they are the industry’s greenest notebooks,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO. “The new … (0 comments)

Drinking and the Brain..Wellesley College Study..John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/14/08 01:18 PM
.John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 14, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
A prominent Wellesley College researcher, Carol Ann Paul, has released the findings of a study she conducted that found that drinking more than 14 alcoholic beverages a week, roughly 2 drinks a night, shrinks the brain.
And how long did it take to figure that out?…  Just ask any college professor!
 
Anyway, read the Swellesley Report for more!
JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of  Wellesley, South Natick, Weston, Needham, Wayland, Newton, Framingham and other … (0 comments)

Calling All Natick High Grads! Yearbook Alert! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/14/08 10:46 AM

Posted on October 14, 2008 by bostonkayakguy
Well, some may say those at Natick High School don’t clean too often, but the high school’s apparent lack of housekeeping may prove to be a boon for Natick alumni! A closet which hadn’t been opened in years at the high school recently proved to be a treasure trove of decades-old yearbooks.
A small closet holding over 200 yearbooks from various decades was finally opened after years of apparent disinterest.  Spilling over in the small space were yearbooks from the 1990’s and other decades.
After filling in the high school’s collection it … (0 comments)

Naming Names: Anderson Cooper’s Top Ten Culprits …Politicians On Board? - 10/14/08 01:05 AM
John Prescott's The MetWest Scene...Politicians On Board?
Posted on October 14, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
AS the Top Ten Culprits of the Collapse continues to roll out, we wonder when the first politician will make an appearance on Anderson Cooper’s list.
AIG/Cassano, Lehman/Fuld, SEC/Cox…those in the government who played pivotal roles in the financial fiasco are many.
Who will make their appearance in the #7 slot?
Stay tuned…
JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of  Wellesley, South Natick, Weston, Needham, Wayland, Newton, Framingham and other MetWest communities.  www.johnprescott.net
JOHN … (0 comments)

Boston Colleges: Pizza by Gondolier? John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/13/08 12:19 PM
Boston Colleges: Pizza by Gondolier? Food Delivery Resources
Posted on October 13, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
If you lived on Naples Island in the Long Beach area of California, you’d enjoy many of the great perks of life.  Perfect weather, the ocean, canals, gondolas, and… pizza!
 
 
In fact you’d have the privilege of having your pizza delivered by gondolier!
Naples Island *courtesy Joantri
 
Living in Boston also has its perks. . . and it certainly has pizza!
You may not be able to get it delivered by gondolier, but you can get it delivered to your dorm … (0 comments)

Naming Names..Anderson Cooper’s Number 8 Culprit..John Prescott’s The Met West Scene - 10/12/08 02:16 PM
John Prescott’s The Met West Scene
Posted on October 12, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
 
Exposing the Culprits: #8 Chris Cox SEC Chairman

Posted on October 12, 2008 by bostonkayakguy It’s time for accountability.  Time for their identities to be exposed;  those individuals who have not done the jobs the shareholders, taxpayers, and voters rely on and have invested in…

CNN and Anderson Cooper are exposing the top 10 architects of the market malestrom:

Anderson Cooper Naming Names:
 
 
8. Chris Cox, Chairman SEC
 
 

JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent … (0 comments)

Blue Ginger's Bleu Burger and Bacon Bing...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/11/08 12:44 AM
John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 11, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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I admit to being something of a connoisseur of hamburgers.
My favorite is a kobe burger with gorgonzola, carmelized onions, and smoked bacon.
Blue Ginger Restaurant in Wellesley is known for its terrific fusion food.  But Frances Rivera of WHDH was able to get owner Ming Tsai to share his special recipe for Bleu Cheeseburger and Bacon Bing!
Columbus Day Weekend’s menu will be sure to include Ming’s Burger Bing at my house!
Blue Ginger 583 Washington Street Wellesley, MA 02482 Telephone: 781-283-5790
*Don’t … (0 comments)

Naming Names..Anderson Cooper’s Number 9 Culprit..John Prescott’s The Met West Scene - 10/10/08 01:32 PM
Exposing the Culprits:  #9 Richard Kuld, Lehman Bros. Naming Names..Anderson Cooper’s Number 9 Culprit..John Prescott’s The Met West Scene
Posted on October 10, 2008 by bostonkayakguy
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Last night we announced that Anderson Cooper is Naming Names…Exposing the Culprits of the financial meltdown we find ourselves in.
CNN and Anderson Cooper are exposing the top 10 architects of the market malestrom, starting with number 10, Lehman Brothers Richard Fuld:
Anderson Cooper Naming Names:
9.  Richard Fuld
JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of  Wellesley, South Natick, … (0 comments)

Naming Names…Anderson Cooper Exposes Culprits of the Collapse...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/10/08 10:34 AM


Posted on October 10, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 

Who is to blame for this monumental financial meltdown that is sucking the lifebood out of the taxpayers?
While the politicians have said now is not the time to point fingers, many of us believe that now is EXACTLY the time to hold the culprits responsible.
With a few exceptions, the perpetrators have been referred to as predatory lenders, CEO’s, liberal lending policies (which is a thing not a person, but politicians are at the root of this category,) manipulative traders, and lying mortgage applicants.
While we will weather this … (0 comments)

L O S T …Newton.. Wellesley..John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene - 10/10/08 12:53 AM

Posted on October 10, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
People are losing their homes.
Some are losing their retirement funds.
LOST And recently Wellesley College “lost” a multimillion dollar Leger painting that may have been thrown out in the trash.

                                                                                     Fernand Leger Painting, Woman & Child And now it seems that Shreve, Crump and Low in the Chestnut Hill Mall has “lost” a pair of diamond earrings.  They don’t know when and they don’t
know how, but they only discovered it when a gemologist told them they had a pair of cubic zirconia earrings masquerading as the real thing.
… (0 comments)

Calling Wellesley High School Class of 1988…Time to Celebrate! John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene - 10/09/08 01:17 PM
 John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 9, 2008 by bostonkayakguy
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Calling all members of the Wellesley High School Class of 1988!
Don’t Miss Your 20th Class Reunion, this Saturday, October 11, 2008!
And for a look at one what one of your classmates has been up to, catch this Boston Globe West update by Erica Noonan…
Wellesley High School Class of 1988 Has Something To Celebrate
Erica Noonan is the bureau chief of Globe West, and a member of Wellesley High School’s class of 1988.
JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy

 

 
Top … (0 comments)

Innovation in Natick Pays Off for Senior Citizens…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene - 10/09/08 09:53 AM
…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 9, 2008 by bostonkayakguy  While the federal government is handing out taxpayer monies to AIG executives who use the bailout dollars for spa junkets to the Monarch St. Regis, the town of Natick, MA is setting an example on how to provide tax relief while at the same time utilizing the abilities of its senior citizens…

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During hard economic times, innovative business strategies oftentimes come to the fore.
In Natick, an innovative and timely program allows senior citizens to work for the town for 94 hours, for which they’ll … (0 comments)

When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough...Go Away! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/09/08 12:23 AM
Posted on October 9, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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Well, if you’ve been planning a trip to the caribbean before December 15th and are hesitating given the economic roller coaster of the past few days, there may indeed be a “silver lining” for your vacation plans. (Or if you’re simply feeling an overwhelming feeling to get out of town, then you’re in luck!)
The Wall St. Journal reports that properties on several caribbean islands are offering deep discounts and/or perks such as resort credits, free breakfasts, and the like…
JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy

 
… (0 comments)

Women, Sex, Politics and Wellesley...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/08/08 04:10 PM
Wellesley has long been a home to female educational institutions.  Witness Wellesley College and Dana Hall School.  Once upon a time, Pine Manor had its roots here and Elizabeth Seton provided women with a stellar education at the site now occupied by Massachusetts Bay Community College.
Wellesley College Empowerment *courtesy Elke Ehininger While the benefits of same sex education have been debated throughout the decades, it is apparent that these institutions have an illlustrious track record.  And the alumnae and students are consistently forthright about the educational environment enabling them to succeed and not be held back by gender.
Sexism however … (0 comments)

Natick: Walnut Hill School 's New Head Hits High Note...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/07/08 11:59 PM
Singing Headmistress at Walnut Hill…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 8, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
“The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Music…”
Well, maybe not the hills, but rather at Walnut Hill, the creative and performing arts school in Natick,
the sound of music does indeed reverberate throughout the halls.
Walnut Hill School campus What many consider to be “Natick’s best kept secret,” Walnut Hill ranks in the “upper echelons of arts preparatory schools - on par with elites such as Interlochen in Michigan and Idyllwild in California - with a $13 million-and-growing endowment, international student body, … (0 comments)

Bailout Barney Defends Role in Financial Implosion...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/07/08 12:40 PM
Posted on October 7, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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“Responding to charges that he bears some responsibility for the crisis in the mortgage industry, Rep. Barney Frank, D-Newton, said that as a minority congressman for many years he did not have the power to implement regulations sooner.” -Barney Frank, 10/06 /08 WickedLocal.com
 
Barney, come on!
You’ve been a member of Congress since 1981!  And now you would have us believe that the congressman from Massachusetts is just a shy, retiring representative who was  not able to exert any power or influence until he became chairman of the Financial … (1 comments)

Barney Frank: No Power??...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/07/08 12:08 PM
Barney Frank: Just Askin'?…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene Posted on October 7, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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“Responding to charges that he bears some responsibility for the crisis in the mortgage industry, Rep. Barney Frank, D-Newton, said that as a minority congressman for many years he did not have the power to implement regulations sooner.” -Barney Frank, 10/06 /08 WickedLocal.com
Barney, come on!
You’ve been a member of Congress since 1981!  And now you would have us believe that the congressman from Massachusetts is just a shy, retiring representative who was  not able to exert any power or influence until … (0 comments)

Bailout: Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene - 10/07/08 07:38 AM
BostonKayakGuy…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 7, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
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“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” - George Santayana, Boston Latin and Harvard alumnus
As we all try to slog our way through the roller coaster of credit crunches, fiscal flippery, and bailout bruises, I happened upon Peter Coy’s reminder of our need to understand what and how we got here, before we can adequately determine the best way to work our way out of it; a sentiment I wholeheartedly support and have repeatedly raised in … (1 comments)

Into the Panic Zone or Blessedly Misleading?? John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/06/08 04:49 PM

Posted on October 6, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
House Financial Services Committee
via Wikipedia
Just the tip of today’s prognostications!…
But be assured that Barney Frank announced today that the bailout was aimed basically at Joe Sixpack - the auto salespeople, construction workers, people in small businesses - not the banks; he said they were going to do “just fine.”
The bailout was to take the burden off the “average citizen,” and not aimed at helping out the wealthy “Wall St.” types.
The House Financial Services Chairman did NOT offer “proof” of how the average citizen would benefit, nor did … (1 comments)

Needham and Wellesley Share Past As Wellesley Country Club Begins Anew...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/06/08 02:54 PM
Wellesley..A Radical History Worth Preserving..John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 6, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Wellesley’s Historical Past… will soon no longer be on display at the site where a section of the town of Needham decided in 1880 to pull away and create the new town of Wellesley. History buffs take notice!  The original town hall of Wellesley was the site of the Wellesley Country Club building across from Babson College.
Sections of the Wellesley Country Club’s old clubhouse date to the 1740s, but what interests many history buffs is the second-floor ballroom, where a 1880 vote formed … (0 comments)

Wellesley...Once Home to Radicals and a Piggery? John Prescott's The Met West Scene - 10/06/08 02:48 PM
Wellesley..A Radical History Worth Preserving..John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 6, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Wellesley’s Historical Past… will soon no longer be on display at the site where a section of the town of Needham decided in 1880 to pull away and create the new town of Wellesley. History buffs take notice!  The original town hall of Wellesley was the site of the Wellesley Country Club building across from Babson College.
Sections of the Wellesley Country Club’s old clubhouse date to the 1740s, but what interests many history buffs is the second-floor ballroom, where a 1880 vote formed … (0 comments)

Framingham vs Dedham…Weston vs Sharon…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene…Football 2008 - 10/06/08 07:32 AM
John Prescott's The MetWest Scene Football
Posted on October 6, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Framingham 34, Dedham 15 Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, at Dedham
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Calling All Taxpayers! Barney Frank's Taking Your Questions...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/05/08 10:27 PM
 
Posted on October 6, 2008 by bostonkayakguy  

 
Image by Getty Images via Daylife
 
Calling all taxpayers!
 
Barney Frank, the congressman with the faulty memory of late, has called a press conference for Oct.6, Monday at 10:30 am at Newton City Hall to discuss the federal bailout, (and perhaps why he’ll be bailing on future Bill O’Reilly appearances!)
 
 
 
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAuOEdttjZQ&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&fs=1]
 
 
 
 
 

 
Bill O’Reillly vs. Barney Frank/US News
 
JOHN PRESCOTT
 
-BostonKayakGuy
 

 
 
 

 
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than … (6 comments)

Wellesley vs Newton North...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene...Football 2008 - 10/05/08 10:08 PM
 
Wellesley 24, Newton North 13 Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008, at Wellesley
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Calling All Taxpayers! Barney Frank's Taking Your Questions...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/05/08 09:10 PM
 
Posted on October 6, 2008 by bostonkayakguy  

 
Image by Getty Images via Daylife
 
Calling all taxpayers!
 
Barney Frank, the congressman with the faulty memory of late, has called a press conference for Oct.6, Monday at 10:30 am at Newton City Hall to discuss the federal bailout, (and perhaps why he’ll be bailing on future Bill O’Reilly appearances!)
 
 
 
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAuOEdttjZQ&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&fs=1]
 
 
 
 
 

 
Bill O’Reillly vs. Barney Frank/US News
 
JOHN PRESCOTT
 
-BostonKayakGuy
 

 
 
 

 
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than … (0 comments)

Calling All Taxpayers! Barney Frank's Taking Your Questions...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/05/08 09:01 PM
Posted on October 6, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Image by Getty Images via Daylife
Calling all taxpayers!
Barney Frank, the congressman with the faulty memory of late, has called a press conference for Oct.6, Monday at 10:30 am at Newton City Hall to discuss the federal bailout, (and perhaps why he’ll be bailing on future Bill O’Reilly appearances!)
 
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAuOEdttjZQ&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&fs=1]
 
 

Bill O’Reillly vs. Barney Frank/US News
JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy

 

 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of  Wellesley, South Natick, Weston, Needham, Wayland, Newton, Framingham and other MetWest … (0 comments)

WELLESLEY OPEN HOUSE TODAY! South Natick- Just Minutes to Wellesley College, Wellesley Center! - 10/05/08 12:00 PM
WELLESLEY  Open House  SOUTH NATICK  10/5 2-3:30 PM THE METWEST SCENE bostonkayakguy.wordpress.com — MINUTES TO WELLESLEY CENTER AND WELLESLEY COLLEGE! CLOSE TO ELM BANK AND CHARLES RIVER! RELOCATING? HERE'S A FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY FOR EASY COMMUTE TO BOSTON! CALL TOP WELLESLEY REAL ESTATE AGENT, JOHN PRESCOTT 508-523-9252 www.johnprescott.net
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Don't Miss Your Chance To Buy While These Neighborhoods Are Still Cheap! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/05/08 08:55 AM
Great Buying Opportunities in Boston Real Estate!
Posted on October 5, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
In an economic downturn, there always exists opportunity; you just need to know where to look!
Urban areas that attract artists tend to be on the vanguard of development opportunity.
Revitalizing neighborhoods with galleries, boutiques, and cafes attracts business and residents.
Living close to jobs in affordable housing appeals to young professionals, growing families, and artists, among others.  In the past, artists have shown an uncanny ability to ferret out locations ripe for investment and opportunity.
People wanting to downsize enjoy the proximity to cultural attractions, … (0 comments)

Buy In These Neighborhoods While They're Still Cheap! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/05/08 08:36 AM
Great Buying Opportunities in Boston Real Estate!
Posted on October 5, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
In an economic downturn, there always exists opportunity; you just need to know where to look!
Urban areas that attract artists tend to be on the vanguard of development opportunity.
Revitalizing neighborhoods with galleries, boutiques, and cafes attracts business and residents.
Living close to jobs in affordable housing appeals to young professionals, growing families, and artists, among others.  In the past, artists have shown an uncanny ability to ferret out locations ripe for investment and opportunity.
People wanting to downsize enjoy the proximity to cultural attractions, … (0 comments)

Up and Coming Neighborhoods in Boston Real Estate! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/05/08 08:31 AM
Great Buying Opportunities in Boston Real Estate!
Posted on October 5, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
In an economic downturn, there always exists opportunity; you just need to know where to look!
Urban areas that attract artists tend to be on the vanguard of development opportunity.
Revitalizing neighborhoods with galleries, boutiques, and cafes attracts business and residents.
Living close to jobs in affordable housing appeals to young professionals, growing families, and artists, among others.  In the past, artists have shown an uncanny ability to ferret out locations ripe for investment and opportunity.
People wanting to downsize enjoy the proximity to cultural attractions, … (0 comments)

Buy Now While They're Cheap! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/05/08 08:27 AM
Great Buying Opportunities in Boston Real Estate!
Posted on October 5, 2008 by bostonkayakguy
In an economic downturn, there always exists opportunity; you just need to know where to look!
Urban areas that attract artists tend to be on the vanguard of development opportunity.
Revitalizing neighborhoods with galleries, boutiques, and cafes attracts business and residents.
Living close to jobs in affordable housing appeals to young professionals, growing families, and artists, among others.  In the past, artists have shown an uncanny ability to ferret out locations ripe for investment and opportunity.
People wanting to downsize enjoy the proximity to cultural attractions, … (0 comments)

Don't Let Anyone Tell You That You Can't Make Money in Real Estate in an Economic Downturn! John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/05/08 08:22 AM
Great Buying Opportunities in Boston Real Estate!
Posted on October 5, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
In an economic downturn, there always exists opportunity; you just need to know where to look!
Urban areas that attract artists tend to be on the vanguard of development opportunity.
Revitalizing neighborhoods with galleries, boutiques, and cafes attracts business and residents.
Living close to jobs in affordable housing appeals to young professionals, growing families, and artists, among others.  In the past, artists have shown an uncanny ability to ferret out locations ripe for investment and opportunity.
People wanting to downsize enjoy the proximity to cultural attractions, … (0 comments)

Let's Make A Deal Open House 10/5, at Whitridge Rd, Close to Wellesley Center! - 10/04/08 10:13 AM
Posted on October 4, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Deal or No Deal? Make an offer and find out 2 Whitridge Road South Natick OPEN HOUSE 10/5, 2-3:30 PM  
 
JOHN PRESCOTT -BostonKayakGuy
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of  Wellesley, South Natick, Weston, Needham, Wayland, Newton, Framingham and other MetWest communities.  www.johnprescott.net
JOHN PRESCOTT
Vice President
Century 21 Commonwealth
508-523-9252
 
BostonKayakGuy…The MetWest Scene




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Date Night In Natick...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/03/08 01:25 PM
Posted on October 3, 2008 by bostonkayakguy | Edit
Date night in Natick…
This week’s recipe for romance is courtesy of Stephanie Schorow/Boston Globe and includes dinner at Dah Mee’s, strolling to Gallery 55 for their artists’ showing, and swinging into the Center for the Arts for soulful, sultry songstress Maria Muldaur.
Maria Muldaur at Natick Center for the Arts October 3, 2008 JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy
 
 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of  Wellesley, South Natick, Weston, Needham, Wayland, Newton, Framingham and other MetWest communities.  www.johnprescott.net
JOHN PRESCOTT
Vice President
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Bailout Hits Sweetspot For Rum, Wooden Arrows, and Bicycles...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/03/08 09:29 AM
Posted on October 3, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
 
In my last post, I posed the questions: “What exactly is the bailout, in fact bailing out?  And Whom is the bail out, bailing out?”
The Taxpayers for Common Sense site has listed some of the Tax Sweeteners that are included in this
2008 Emergency Stabilization Act, and while not all of them are “per se outrageous, collectively they are intended to get this bailout passed:”
Bailing Out: Red and yellow arrows Sent from BlueOrganizer Sec. 503. Exemption from excise tax for certain wooden arrows designed for use by children Sec. 317. … (4 comments)

Fleeced!! Fool Us Once, Fool Us Twice??? John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/02/08 05:26 PM
Posted on October 2, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Alan Greenspan via Wikipedia
The bailout..what is it exactly bailing out?  Or perhaps more importantly, WHO is it bailing out?
Well to get to these answers, which of course you won’t find coming out of any of the mainline media, you have to look back.  In fact, if you go back to 1999 the time was the Clinton administration and the place was a conference on mortgage markets for America’s Community Bankers.
Speaking at the conference was chairman of the Federal Reserve Alan Greenspan:
 
“The recent rise in the homeownership rate to … (1 comments)

Irrational Exuberance and Dirty, Sexy, Money - 10/02/08 05:20 PM
Posted on October 2, 2008 by bostonkayakguy | Edit
Alan Greenspan via Wikipedia
The bailout..what is it exactly bailing out?  Or perhaps more importantly, WHO is it bailing out?
Well to get to these answers, which of course you won’t find coming out of any of the mainline media, you have to look back.  In fact, if you go back to 1999 the time was the Clinton administration and the place was a conference on mortgage markets for America’s Community Bankers.
Speaking at the conference was chairman of the Federal Reserve Alan Greenspan:
 
“The recent rise in the homeownership … (2 comments)

Washington Smackdown: Is the Wolf Guarding the Coop?? - 10/02/08 05:16 PM
Posted on October 2, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Alan Greenspan via Wikipedia
The bailout..what is it exactly bailing out?  Or perhaps more importantly, WHO is it bailing out?
Well to get to these answers, which of course you won’t find coming out of any of the mainline media, you have to look back.  In fact, if you go back to 1999 the time was the Clinton administration and the place was a conference on mortgage markets for America’s Community Bankers.
Speaking at the conference was chairman of the Federal Reserve Alan Greenspan:
 
“The recent rise in the homeownership rate to … (0 comments)

Gretta Gets Her Gunn! And Sarah Palin Gets A Taste of GrettaGunn Style! - 10/02/08 11:50 AM
Under the tent at New York’s fashion week showing of  Zac Posen’s spring collection, was none other than Grettacole Salon guru Gretchen Monahan!
*Photo courtesy Bravo Tim Gunn and Gretta  Monahan Rachel Ray's sidekick, and Boston beauty impresario Gretta will embark on her latest venture tonight, with Project Runway veteran Tim Gunn. Gretta will be making her debut on October 2nd with style man extraordinaire Tim Gunn on Bravo’s, “Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style.”
Previewing tonight, you’ll be certain to enjoy when “sass meets class!”
Don’t Miss Gretta & Gunn!
 
 
And for a special look at Gretta & Gunn's … (1 comments)

Wellesley Residents Save $$ and Live Green...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/02/08 11:03 AM
The obliteration of the financial markets has consumers turning to alternative sources for their retail therapy.
Consignment shops and second-hand stores save money, reduce the carbon footprint, and encourage people to live "green" through recycling.
 
Wellesley's very own consigment shop gets a nod, in "Thrifty and Nifty."

 
Turnabout Shoppe
West of the city, the Turnabout Shoppe (30 Grove St., Wellesley, 781-237-4450) is a mecca for high-end consignment...
                                                                                                           - Boston.com

Thrifty and Nifty/Boston Globe
 
 
JOHN PRESCOTT
-BostonKayakGuy

 

 
Top Real Estate Agent for more than 14 years, serving the real estate needs of  … (0 comments)

Wellesley's Gretta of Grettacole Salon Debuts on Tim Gunn's Guide to Style...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/02/08 08:55 AM
Under the tent at New York’s fashion week showing of  Zac Posen’s spring collection, was none other than Grettacole Salon guru Gretchen Monahan!
*Photo courtesy Bravo Tim Gunn and Gretta  Monahan Rachel Ray's sidekick, and Boston beauty impresario Gretta will embark on her latest venture tonight, with Project Runway veteran Tim Gunn. Gretta will be making her debut on October 2nd with style man extraordinaire Tim Gunn on Bravo’s, “Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style.”
Previewing tonight, you’ll be certain to enjoy when “sass meets class!”
Don’t Miss Gretta & Gunn!
And for a special look at Gretta & Gunn's call on … (0 comments)

MCAS Science Results...Wellesley, Needham, Natick...John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/01/08 08:42 AM
To graduate from high school in Massachusetts you now need to pass one of the four MCAS tests in science - biology, chemistry, physics, or engineering.
Four MASSACHUSETTS HIGH SCHOOLS scored a 100% passing rate in the MCAS Science exam in the results just released from the Massachusetts Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education... Dover-Sherborn, Medfield, Hopkinton, and Maynard students earned a 100% passing score. 99% of the students at Needham, Millis, Newton South, Wayland, Westborough, Weston, and Holliston passed, followed closely by Newton North, Shrewsbury, Medway, Nashoba Regional, and Algonquian Regional with 98% of their students passing. MCAS Results Science … (0 comments)

MCAS Science Results...Natick, Wellesley, Needham..John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/01/08 08:37 AM
To graduate from high school in Massachusetts you now need to pass one of the four MCAS tests in science - biology, chemistry, physics, or engineering.
Four MASSACHUSETTS HIGH SCHOOLS scored a 100% passing rate in the MCAS Science exam in the results just released from the Massachusetts Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education... Dover-Sherborn, Medfield, Hopkinton, and Maynard students earned a 100% passing score. 99% of the students at Needham, Millis, Newton South, Wayland, Westborough, Weston, and Holliston passed, followed closely by Newton North, Shrewsbury, Medway, Nashoba Regional, and Algonquian Regional with 98% of their students passing. MCAS Results Science … (0 comments)

Looking for a Family Friendly Company? John Prescott's The MetWest Scene - 10/01/08 01:08 AM
Posted on October 1, 2008 by bostonkayakguy 
Working mothers are an important part of the U.S. economy.
Working Mother Magazine has released its annual list of the best 100 companies for working mothers . The magazine selected companies that offer flexible schedules, back-up child care, parental leave, and other parent-friendly policies. Several companies with Massachusetts ties made the roster. Here are a few. - Boston.com  
And each year, Working Mother Magazine recognizes the 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers.
Onsite day care,  reimbursement of some of the costs associated with fertility treatments as well as adoption costs, flexible schedules, … (0 comments)