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Take hundreds of dirt bikes that are a wheelie-popping menace off Baltimore streets, throw them in the city impound lot and wait. And wait. And wait. Nearly two years have passed since the City Council came up with an unusual plan to dispose of dirt bikes seized by police by sending them to Africa. The council hoped the bikes, which are illegal on city streets and often used for drug-running, might be put to legitimate use in African countries, where roads are in poor condition. But the bikes haven't budged.

The Baltimore Orioles' final season in Memorial Stadium presents many opportunities for baseball memorabilia collectors.Some collectibles are Orioles promotions. Others are souvenirs that can be purchased at the stadium.From Aase to Zuverink, the Orioles are putting all their players on cards. The cards will be in four sets, with the first three given to fans of all ages on May 17, June 28 and Aug. 11. The fourth set will be available only at Crown gas stations. Each of the other sets also will be available at Crown, but only after it is given away at the stadium.

Palmyra, Pa. -- Where there's smoke, there's history in Pennsylvania Dutch Country, where Lebanon bologna has remained a popular foodstuff since the 18th century. The uninitiated may dismiss Lebanon bologna as an obscure luncheon meat, but for those who grew up eating slices of the stuff in sandwiches, served fried with eggs or smeared with cream cheese, it is an "identity food" redolent of southeastern Pennsylvania's distinctive culinary heritage. "True Lebanon sausage," writes Evan Jones in American Food: The Gastronomic Story, "is made of nothing but coarsely ground beef pre-cured and aged in barrels, then seasoned with sweet herbs and assertive spices, forced into airtight casings, and smoked over smoldering sawdust for a matter of days."

Theresa Jenkins has coupons down to a science. She knows which stores double and triple them, which let her "stack" manufacturers' and store vouchers on the same item. She holds onto coupons until the goods are on sale, then buys in bulk — from the sort of checkout clerk least likely to hassle her about her great savings. "I tend to pick the youngest boy, a teenage boy," said Jenkins, an Abingdon mother of four. "It's a thing about couponing moms: A teenage boy doesn't care what you do. … He just wants to scan the coupon and get you out of there.

Get ready for one wild, drug-induced ride. "The Crash" begins with what the audience will essentially endure the rest of the episode: A hostage-like frenzy with drug-induced maniacs. There's a car crash, a drug crash, a tap dance and a sex scene. And one censored F-bomb. All in all, it was a bizarre, whirling and -- frankly -- exhausting episode. I felt myself crashing after watching it. That doesn't mean it wasn't entertaining or enjoyable. Much like Roger's LSD trip in 'Far Away Places,' the writing and directing showed the altered state of mind without the predictable or heavy-handed cues.

Summertime's long, warm days are the perfect setting for the ultimate alfresco dining experience: a picnic. Whether you're heading out to watch Fourth of July fireworks next Tuesday or attending an outdoor concert, a picnic packed with simple, easy-to-transport foods makes any summer outing a little special. To take the guesswork out of what to pack, we asked some experts to assemble picnics tailored to particular occasions, from a romantic open-air dinner for two to a family foray with a meal in a hamper.

Please send old photos of people with pet rabbits, within the next week, to Way Back When, Sun Magazine, 501 N. Calvert St., Baltimore, Md. 21278. You must include caption information and your daytime phone number. Also, enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope if you'd like your photo returned. If your photo is your only copy, please send a good-quality duplicate, not the original. No faxes or newspaper clippings, please.

Within the next week, please send old photos of people waving pennants to Sun Magazine, 501 N. Calvert St., Baltimore, Md. 21278. You must include caption information and your daytime phone number. Also, enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope if you'd like your photo returned. If your photo is your only copy, please send a good-quality duplicate, not the original. No faxes or newspaper clippings, please.

The lighter the boat, the faster it is. Given this basic fact, the crew can bring only the essentials. Sometimes, even the basics are too heavy.* Each team member can take only the clothes that fit into a two-gallon, zipper-lock bag. This includes two pairs of thermal underwear, one fleece pullover, one pair of thermal socks, one pair of light socks, one T-shirt and one collared shirt.* In the heat at the Equator, the crew will wear shorts with padded seats for sitting long stretches. Large bottles of high-octane sunscreen are a must.

Your basic first-aid kit should contain:* Analgesics such as aspirin, ibuprofen or acetaminophen to relieve headaches, muscle aches and joint pain.* Antacids and anti-diarrhea medicines.* Anti-fungal lotions or powders to relieve heat rash, athlete's foot, jock itch and other fungal infections.* Antihistamines to relieve sneezing, running nose, watery eyes and itching.* Adhesive bandages, tape and small scissors for cuts and scrapes.* Calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream to relieve itching.