What the hell? The theme to "St. Elmo's Fire"??? I guess that's what inspired me to stick out my arms like an airplane and fly out to the mound. (Upon reviewing the video maybe that is a more macho take than what I really looked like.Way before there were sports bars, New York steakhouses were the gathering places to watch a game or a fight with the guys while enjoying an upscale meal. Toots Shor's is long gone; Ben Benson's closed its doors last year, and there are reports that Gallagher's is hanging by a thread. It was therefore reassuring that the Old Homestead in Chelsea is still going strong.

Stroll through downtown Honolulu, and take in the animated decorations in business windows and city parks. The trimmings stay up through New Year's. Admission to the lighting ceremony and parade is free, and a holiday concert is included..He has done an excellent job, and anyone with an interest in the GAA will find it a compelling read. It may even help fill a Christma