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October 1, 2014
Artist of the Month: Paul McMahan
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As you look at Paul McMahan's watercolors, you cannot help but recognize the colorful influence of his coastal New England environment. The coastal colors and watery influences of maritime history and quaint small towns show up in each piece.
September 30, 2014
Visiting Volcanic Lanzarote on the César Manrique Trail
Are you looking for something different in your next vacation? Head to Lanzarote, the most eastern of the Canary Islands, for a beach vacation like no other. Lanzarote boasts 132 miles of coastline. Of those 132 miles, 16 are sandy beaches, and 114 are rocky beaches.
A Glimpse into Ozark, Missouri
The crisp morning air surrounds me, and the sun slowly begins to kiss the earth in a beautiful haze.
My journey through our small town of Ozark, Missouri, begins at the abandoned Old Ozark Mill.
Music, Ireland, Love: The Carnival at Bray
It’s difficult to move. It’s even more difficult when you’re a teenager – and you’re moving to another country. Such is the case with protagonist Maggie Lynch in Jessie Ann Foley’s fantastic new book, The Carnival at Bray.
September 29, 2014
Getting to Know the Spirit and People of Cuba
Have you always wanted to go to Cuba? I have. This long desire has been fed by tiny bits of Cuban goodness – recipes, photos, even a segment from Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations: Forbidden Detour.
Educational and Enlightening Experiences with International Travel
Travel certainly broadens the mind but going abroad is also an opportunity to increase your knowledge. Studying in a foreign country, learning new languages and mixing with different cultures – an entire world of educational experiences is waiting to be explored.
Who Killed John F. Kennedy?
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On November 22, 1963, the president’s motorcade turned onto Elm St. in Dallas, Texas. At 12:30 pm CST, as it passed in front of the Texas School Book Depository (411 Elm St.), shots rang out. The motorcade raced to Parkland Hospital less than ten minutes away.
September 28, 2014
Why I love Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai: my favorite Thai city! I love Chiang Mai because it is so diverse, quirky, and fun all at the same time. I can prove it to you with a few pictures I took around this amazing city.
Florida Culture for the Week of September 29 By Josh Garrick
Florida Culture for the Week of September 29 By Josh Garrick
Oct 3 to Nov 2 – The Who’s Tommy at Mad Cow Theatre
September 26, 2014
Imagining A Global Education Standard
Dreaming big means imagining possibilities not accessible to our current reality. A big dream, when spoken aloud, sounds bonkers to the average person. Our big dream of the day is a global education standard.
