May the luck o' the Irish be with you today as you negotiate the sidewalks after consuming your fair share of green beer with fellow leprechauns. In case you have nobody to celebrate with - come by the Caledonia (just off Jokai Ter in dist.

It was a beautiful day and a friend with whom we've not had a conversation for a long time joined me in the park on Margaret Island. Turned out both of us had similar thoughts and so we ended up with two bottles of wine and some petals for good measure. Lovely day and a new memory made.

Enjoy the day remembering only the romance and not the sacrifice of the day.

So, what is the prediction in your neck of the woods? Will winter return? or is spring just around the corner?

Hungary’s carnival is called farsang and originates in the southern city of Mohács, where villagers donned horrifying masks and animal skins to frighten the invading Turkish armies in the 16th century. In the present, you might also be inclined to show a little skin – and wear a mask to hide your identity!

Looking for something to do in the city that is fun, outdoors and exercise? Look no further than the ice skating rinks at Varosliget in City Park or the top of WestEnd City Center. Both locations are convenient, have skate rental and are lit for evening skating as well as daytime.

Let's Dance!

Dance instructor extraordinaire, Péter Gál published his new class schedule. Check your calendars then make the trip to his studio in order to feel (and dance) like Travolta, Gene Kelly or Lou Bega.

LINE DANCING: particularly fun since you don’t need a partner for these latin, country, musical or disco music ! Mondays: 2-3 p.m.

As I was clearing away the paper clutter gathered during the week, I just saw an issue of USA Today from last week. At the back was an article that Dan Fogelberg had passed away. This may mean little to you if you are not of my generation - but Dan Fogelberg is (was) part of mine - so the news was startling.

October 6, 2007 City Park at the other end of Andrassy ut is a favorite place for young mothers with children and the elderly gentlemen who play chess under its shady trees.

October 5, 2007. Fall is slowly creeping up on Andrassy ut. Most of the leaves are still green but there is an unmistakable carpet of leaves beginning to appear on the grand lady of Budapest boulevards. Comment?