1. From the moment you enter the Hearty Boys site (www.heartyboys.com) and see the motto (“Good stuff, not stiff, cute staff!”), you know that these local caterers (at 3404 North Halsted) offer something different. There are lots of goodies to select from, including the intimate Basket for Two. There are also standard catering menus (for continental breakfasts and executive lunches) and gift baskets. Look for fun photos in the future.
2. Unless you were living in a cave, you saw or heard America: A Tribute to Heroes, the telethon that featured Celine Dion belting “God Bless America” and luminaries such as Whoopi Goldberg, Al Pacino, and Halle Berry manning the phones. You can still make contributions (that go directly to the families of victims of the September 11th terrorist attacks) by logging on to www.tributetoheroes.org.
3. Eye candy alert: Need a calendar for next year? Well, look no further than the South Florida Firefighters Calendar at www.firefighterscalendar.com. Not only will you benefit charities, but you‚ll see some very delectable he-men. However, if you can tear yourself away from that site, there are more exquisite models of humanity at the City Gym Boys site (www.citygymboys.com). The Boys are a group of African-American men who offer pictures and workout tips. They, too, have their own calendar ˆ but who cares if it‚s a 2001 one? These guys are absolutely scrumptious! E-touch me at turn_it_up@hotmail.com. —