Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 125
August 7, 2018
History Comes Alive in Charlevoix, Quebec
Charlevoix, Quebec, is about an hour east of Quebec City. Four hundred million years ago, an asteroid that was estimated to be 4.5 kilometers (2 miles and 1,401 yards) in diameter hit that region. The enormous impact created a crater measuring 55 kilometers (33 miles and 975 yards) with a mountain in the center. Over time, Mother Nature has continued to sculpt the landscape. Wind, rain, snow, glaciers, and changes in temperature, as well as other n...
August 6, 2018
Through the Eyes of an Educator: Celebrating the Pauses In Between
I grew up in New York. Fast paced, fast walking, and definitely fast-talking - I sped through the everyday with efficiency, speed, and haste. My travel itineraries were quick, and I regularly booked holidays to go directly from work to the airport and timed my return flight to get in an hour or so before the next week’s first bell.
Every time I set foot in Manhattan, I sped up some more. For one reason or another, it often felt like quick was the wa...
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of August 4, 2018 By Josh Garrick
“Josh Recommends” for the Week of August 4, 2018 By Josh Garrick
Gigolo: The New Cole Porter Musical at the Winter Park Playhouse
NOW to August 19
In this World Premiere production, “Gigolo” uses Cole Porter songs to tell the tale of a handsome playboy and his ‘relationships.’ Inspired by the life of Porfirio Rubirosa, the musical features 25 Cole Porter classics including, “It’s De-Lovely,” “You’re The Top,” “Let’s Do It” and many more. Rubirosa’...
August 1, 2018
Artist of the Month: Crystal Shaulis, Lake Michigan Book Press
There is nothing more intriguing - and beautiful - than a handmade book. Created with care and skill, it invites endless possibilities...poems, stories, musings, sketches, watercolors - things that capture a moment.
Imagine my pure delight at finding a bookbinding artist, Crystal Shaulis, here in Kalamazoo - through Instagram! I immediately fell in love with her work, vision, and dedication to her art.
Crystal Shaulis graduated summa c...
July 30, 2018
American Elementary School Kids to Meet Their French Video Pals in Paris
Sixteen elementary school students from Nature’s Way Montessori School in Knoxville, Tennessee will travel to Paris, France on October 4, 2018 to meet their French online video pals from Jean Zay Elementary School in Paris for a week-long French/American cultural exchange program. While in Paris, the Knoxville students will tour the city, visit the Pompidou Center Museum, and spend one night with their host families.
Nature's Way Montessori School
July 27, 2018
Eight Surprising Delights Around Canada's Bay of Fundy
One of the Seven Wonders of North America, the Bay of Fundy is, obviously, a treasure. It's located between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, and has the highest tidal range in the world (!!!).
We were lucky enough to explore the New Brunswick side of the Bay, and LOVED it. If you're looking to explore a unique place during your Canada holidays, here are our tips for the best of the Bay of Fundy.
Head to Hopewell Rocks, in The R...
July 26, 2018
The One Place You Should Visit, Wherever You Travel
While I thrive on literary travel, there’s another sort of literary travel that few people think to do. However, whenever I travel and do this, it’s usually the highlight of my trip.
One of the first things I do, when I visit someplace new, is to head to the library.
Kenmare library (a Carnegie library), County Cork, Ireland
The library, you say? But how do you check out books without a card? Well, the local library is much more than just checking...
Hidden Treasures: The Beauty of a Place Called Port Said
It is possible that Port Said, when one arrives here from the immense crowds, noise, and pollution of Cairo, seems better than it really is. Stepping off the bus and working your way to the hotel, you are struck by the fresh Mediterranean breeze, the uncongested streets, the beautiful architecture. Even the people seem different -- more laid back and less pushy, themselves rather pleased to be in this peaceful town at the northern end the Suez Canal...
July 25, 2018
How to Get a Study Abroad Grant
If you wish to go abroad on a study grant, now is the right time. For one, many educational institutions in Europe and Asia are opening their doors to other nationalities. One thing’s for sure: getting a degree from these colleges or universities offers a great deal of advantages when you are applying for jobs in your country.
Aside from this, getting a degree from a foreign educational institution can be rewarding. It provides you t...
Sweden's Incredible, Glorious Summer Sunsets
My holiday in Sweden, July 2018. The place is in the north of Sweden, and the place is Boden. We travel there every summer. This summer, it was hotter than Bulgaria t.ex. We had 31- 36 degree C every day, for almost ten days. It was a lovely summer holiday.
Here are some of Benny's articles - and photos - from Norway:
Beautiful Winter Auroras from Hognfjorden, Vesterålen, Norway
