Music can transport us to another time, certain songs can evoke happy memories. From bubblegum pop to heavy metal or somewhere in between for my generation, 80’s tunes can start us dancing, singing, or banging our heads to the music.
Ambrosia Salad, according to Greek mythology, was known as “the food of the Gods”. It became popular in the U.S as early as the Nineteenth century, making its first appearances in cookbooks. Although its origin is not entirely clear, many consider it to be a Southern dish.
Earth Day is an annual event celebrated around the world on April 22nd to demonstrate support for environmental protection and to create an awareness of how our actions impact the planet. First celebrated fifty years ago in 1970 by 22 million Americans passionately committed to protecting the environment, it now includes events coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network in more than 193 countries.
Tulip time at Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands is glorious, uplifting and absolutely unforgettable. Sadly, the gardens are closed this year, but do take the virtual tour.
This is a guest blog post written by Danielle Kohn
Poetry may not be an obvious ally in troubled times, but it can be a surprisingly reassuring source of calm and a simple tool for reducing anxiety. In that sense, poetry is perfectly suited to our current circumstances, and with that in mind, I would like to share poems I selected to uplift and inspire us. My hope is that reading and thinking about the same poems will connect us as a community, even though we are all apart, and offer a small measure of solace.
We are thrilled to present beloved librarian Nancy Zachary, of “Nancy’s Book Group” recommending books that you can enjoy through the Cloud Library or Overdrive/Libby.
Sheela Chari, local author and facilitator of Not Your Kid’s Book Club, shares which books you might want to check out and why. This week, Sheela reviews The Whole Story of Half a Girl, Bomb and Warcross. They are all available on the Cloud.