Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 192
January 4, 2017
Eating Around the World Game
Canada. Columbia. China. Costa Rica. Dominican Republic. England. There is a world of flavor just waiting to be discovered. Now how to convince your kids to give it a try? Here’s an idea – make it a game.
Kids don’t need much encouragement to be adventurous. It’s in their nature. I think one key in helping them overcome an aversion to sampling new foods is to involve them in the process – not just put a plate in front of them and hope they’ll give it...
January 3, 2017
Through the Eyes of an Educator: Montana
I remember watching Billy Crystal in City Slickers and thinking ‘that must be what the west looks like’. Perhaps, I would feel much the same –an outsider in my own country and be that kid from the city (even though I lived 45 minutes outside, in the suburbs) in the great, surprising wide-open land. I’m proof that learning happens at any age. More often than not, there’s vital life learning that takes place outside of the traditional school doors. I...
January 1, 2017
Florida Culture for Your New YEAR … 2017 By Josh Garrick
Florida Culture for Your New YEAR … 2017 By Josh Garrick
NOW to January 5 -- Josh Garrick’s ‘A VERY Classical Holiday’ at Bloomingdale’s
Hosted by the Orlando Downtown Arts District and Bloomingdale’s at the Mall of Millenia, the Public is invited to my Art Exhibit ‘A VERY Classical Holiday,’ featuring my ‘printed on aluminum’ artwork. Visit the 3rd floor where Bloomingdale’s supports the arts by allowing viewers to imagine the Artists' work in thei...
Artist of the Month: Dimitry Domani
The painter and sculptor Dimitry Domani has an amazing story. Born in Romania, he grew up under the communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. In 1978, Dimitry and five friends walked 75 miles trying to escape his oppressive homeland. They walked at night, swam the Danube River, and walked 5 more miles into Yugoslavia, where they were captured by the Yugoslavian police. At this point, he became a political prisoner in another communist count...
December 29, 2016
Mate Tea, Dialects, and Free Walking in a Modern City
Montevideo took my breath away. Even before we landed, I knew I would fall in love with Uruguay. A small country located at the bottom of Argentina, Uruguay is cornered by the breathtaking Cordillera mountain range on the west and the Atlantic Ocean on the right. Flying over the Cordillera was simultaneously exhilarating and petrifying. Luckily, I got a window seat and got a great view of the curvy mountains frosted with a touch of snow. We HAD to ke...
Top Ten Cool Things to Do in the UK
If you’re like me, a trip to the UK is more than welcome at any time. I love the new, organic food trends and high tea. But there is also shopping, historic buildings, literary travel, visiting attractions (yes, even the Tower of London), music and the arts, book stores (and whole towns full of books!), free festivals, castles, and outdoor activities galore.
Want something different? Here are ten specific ideas for unique things to see and do in the U...
Wandering Educators Recommends: Best Books and Music of 2016
You know we're always digging into the backstory of what people create - it's one of the best parts of publishing this website. I love seeing the inspiration, drive, and focus of writers and musicians. Without further ado, here are our best recommendations for books and music we've reviewed in 2016 - with interviews!
Do you want to encourage your small travelers to get excited about change and exploration? We've all had those moments w...
December 27, 2016
Snow Pudding: A Family Tradition
In my family, Snow Pudding is a must. It’s a tradition… and a very good one, in my opinion! What can go wrong with lemony, custardy, sugary goodness? This year, I actually joined in on making it (instead of watching my nana from the sidelines, impatiently waiting for it to be done).
Me and my nana
My nana wrote this: Back in the 1950s I grew up in Cranston, RI, living 5 blocks away from my Nana and Grampa Faubert. My older sister and I often spent our...
December 26, 2016
Florida Culture for Your New Year’s Count-Down Calendar 2016! By Josh Garrick
Florida Culture for Your New Year’s Count-Down Calendar 2016! By Josh Garrick
Dec 28 at 7:30 pm – Dancing with the Stars LIVE!
America’s favorite dance show comes to the Dr. Phillips Center with ‘Dancing with the Stars: LIVE!’ – giving fans the opportunity to see the best dancers in the world perform LIVE in Orlando. The production showcases every type of ballroom and modern dance seen on ABC’s hit show including group performances, romantic duets,...
Making Donuts with Your Family
Golden crisp on the outside with a chewy texture inside, just-fried donuts bear little resemblance to the bland varieties you’re likely to find at the grocers: Simply put, the homemade version is better.
Much better.
Donuts seem to have an unwarranted mystique of being difficult to make at home – perhaps because the dough can be a bit finicky. Or it may be because the final step involves a lengthy dip in a vat of bubbling oil.
Yet making donuts with...
