I'm seeking a housecleaner for a 1 bedroom apartment to come in about once every two weeks or so. I prefer someone who is independent and works with enviro-friendly cleaning supplies. Any suggestions? Thanks!

I've been searching for a messenger bag sort of affair made of either good canvas or a soft leather. Something very much like this offering from j-crew. I've combed Main street and downtown, as well as South Granville and 4th Ave, but no luck. Any tips?

I live in Kits and am on the verge of leaving a second gym because they refuse to set a policy for how loud music can be, and I consistently have to ask them to turn it down. First was Kits Workout, now Body & Soul are being stubborn and insisting they can't set an upper volume policy. The reject the idea that those who want loud music should listen through headphones.

I'm wondering if anyone knows of a gym where music is played at a volume that won't interfere with listening to a personal player at moderate volume, like I do.