Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 109
April 25, 2019
Travel to Asia: A New Understanding–Taipei, Taiwan
Okay, so a note about transportation services in Asia. The subways are clean and efficient. A train appears approximately every 37 seconds, always. The bullet trains are pristine, orderly, quiet, and punctual. That is an understatement. But now, I’d just like to share a little tidbit about a short international flight from Hong Kong to Taipei. You know how when you take a domestic flight in the states that is less than an hour, you get a lame excuse...
April 24, 2019
Read This: Inspiration, Joy, and Life in Patricia Leavy's SPARK
One of the best books I’ve ever read, Patricia Leavy’s Spark is, you guessed it, a story that you can’t put down, so plan on staying up until you finish.
The novel shares an incredible story of difference, purpose, friendship, and collaboration during a life-changing seminar in Iceland. One of Leavy’s many talents is transporting her readers to a place–in Spark, it’s Iceland. She is adept at creating a book that captures both the essence of place, and...
April 23, 2019
It's a hit! Runyonland Productions' Epic Take on Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along
If you want to take a journey from joy to sorrow, and end with a familiar feeling of being melancholy, you would have been entirely at home at a recent production of Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along, by Ann Arbor’s Runyonland Productions. With an outstanding cast that drew us in and never let us go, it's hard to believe that this was a college production and not a Broadway tour.
The talent in this production was stunning, a true treasure of a cast. R...
April 22, 2019
5 Tips for Making the Most of Portland’s Food Truck Scene
It’s hard to believe food trucks have only revved their foodie engines in the U.S. since 2008. In that relatively short window of time, they’ve become a culinary juggernaut. No longer a novelty in major metropolitan areas, food truck hubs are now common in mid- to small-size cities, too. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce found the food truck industry generated $2.7 billion in revenue in 2017 and has been growing on average at a rate of 7.9% every year.
...April 18, 2019
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of April 19, 2019 By Josh Garrick
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of April 19, 2019 By Josh Garrick
“Dreams Come True” -- A Disney Musical Theatre Revue by CFCArts Youth Theatre
TONIGHT and TOMORROW -- April 19 at 6:30 pm and April 20 at 11:00 am
Dreams DO Come True – especially in Central Florida -- as the Youth Theatre Groups from CFCArts say “Be Our Guest” to the wonderful world of Disney Theatricals! Young performers will re-create our favorite songs, scenes, and dances from clas...
April 17, 2019
All You Need to Know about Luxury Camping
If your idea of camping is a moldy canvas pup tent and lots of mosquitoes, think again. Camping has evolved greatly, and everyone can participate! If you’re making your summer travel plans now, we greatly recommend including the newest trend, luxury camping, on your to do list. Whether you’re traveling solo, with your partner, or with your family, this new kind of camping offers so many options that everyone will be happy!
April 15, 2019
Arrival, Change, Travel: Music for the Journey
Perhaps you have made journeys and travels in landscape which you planned and looked forward to. Perhaps there have been other travels which you've made not so willingly. At times, it may feel as though things are moving even when, geographically, that is not so for you. There are, too, events which spark changes and journeys in imagination, thought, and questions. All this is part of the reason we chose to call this series music for shifting times. ...
Why should students study abroad?
One of the most beneficial experiences for any student is studying abroad. It offers students great opportunities to learn about different cultures and ways of life while studying away from home. There are numerous reasons why students should study abroad. Here are a few:
What’s the best way to learn? For me, by doing. I learn so much more when I am participating in all aspects of life–for instance, speaking Japanese...
April 12, 2019
Heading to the UK? Read This First.
England is one of the most popular destinations in the world, and even those who have visited London and other popular cities in England love to return as often as they can. It's amazing how many new spots you can explore in this country full of rich heritage and beautiful views, and how much you can experience during just one trip. Even though the UK is not that big, there is much to see and do.
Here’s how to get the most out of your journeys.
April 11, 2019
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of April 12, 2019 By Josh Garrick
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of April 12, 2019 By Josh Garrick
King LEAR with John DiDonna at Valencia East Campus
FINAL WEEKEND to April 14
Shakespeare's classic and heart-rending tragedy is one of the world's most respected tragic works. AND with one of Orlando’s most inventive and deviously clever actor/directors BOTH co-directing (with Shakespearean expert Tim Williams) and playing the lead role of LEAR, this is college theatre at its very...
