Sue Scheible

6 days ago | patriotledger.com | Sue Scheible

Many people like to read historical fiction. But how might they feel about being part of the plot. A play on Patriots' Day, April 21, will give the audience just that chance. Some playgoers may decide to help recreate how local residents reacted on the South Shore after news arrived that the first shots had been fired in Lexington and Concord. Admission is free but the seating is limited. You do have two chances to join in. More: How many Revolutionary War battles happened in MA?

1 week ago | patriotledger.com | Sue Scheible

QUINCY − A month ago, when higher tariffs were in the news but not yet in effect, I decided to buy a new car. The mileage on my 2021 Subaru Crosstrek had passed 106,000 and I didn't want to worry about future problems (so far I'd had none) or expensive repairs as the mileage crept up. If I was going to trade it in, now was the best time. 'The tariffs made me do it'I hesitated for a few days and then plunged in. "The tariffs made me do it," I half-joked with the bank teller when I withdrew the money.

2 weeks ago | patriotledger.com | Sue Scheible

NORWELL – After the heat and drought of recent years, homeowners and gardeners are being urged to capture the free rainwater from their roofs to water gardens and small lawn areas. Composters from Earth Machine are also available ahead of the spring growing season. The association reminds you that you can make free “black gold” compost from your kitchen scraps and yard waste.

2 weeks ago | patriotledger.com | Sue Scheible

MARSHFIELD − Ilona Geise was having a bad day and "needed to try something different."Jean Robinson looked forward to "raising my vibrational level ... you zone out."Marilyn Dexter loved feeling "in synch, and together with each other, you generate energy."And Ernie Cormier, an experienced old hand at this, was there to help out and play alongNeed a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. "By the time I left that first time, I'd had so much fun, I came back for more," Geise, 83, said.

3 weeks ago | patriotledger.com | Sue Scheible

NORWELL − Whether he's teaching how to have snap (turtle) judgment, where to find a fairy shrimp, or magnifying how millipedes move, Jim Spinale, at 91, is a knowledgeable and genial storyteller for all ages. One moment he may be telling staff the story of meeting his wife, Jeanette, in comically unexpected fashion when he was 28. The next, he is impressing preschoolers with a huge snapping turtle shell that makes them go "ooohhh!" Always, Mr. Jim, as the students call him, is enjoying himself.