The return of
Stuff I Like, an occasional lunchtime feature in which we discuss things that bring a smile and make my lights shine. For example, I like CNN’s special this weekend honoring the 50th Gawd anniversary of Marvin Gaye’s landmark LP,
What’s Goin’ On?,
an album that is a strong contender to be the greatest of its era, which has extended to the current moment. CNN did it justice with some fine talking heads, including Spike Lee, Nelson George, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, an assortment of other Motown veterans (Duke Fakir!), and Gaye’s sister, Zeola. And you get to hear the great Don Lemon sing, which is a piece of television history, as far as I’m concerned.
Beer Nut: Libations for vaccinations a good plan
Updated May 09, 2021;
There are some really lovely phrases in the English language. The best and most commonly used is simply, “I love you,” but “thank you,” “i’m sorry,” and “I forgive you” are right up there.
For readers of this column, however, I’d say that “free beer” ranks pretty highly. And now those two words are being employed for the greater good.
On May 8, New York’s Erie County teamed up with Buffalo’ Resurgence Brewing to kick off its “Shot and a Chaser” program to entice people to get vaccinated against COVID-19. People who got their first dose of the vaccine at the brewery received a free pint glass and coupon for a drink of their choice.