In 1907, Philadelphian Ana Jarvis began a campaign to establish a national Mother’s Day. She persuaded her mother’s church in Grafton, W.V. to celebrate Mother’s Day on the second anniversary of her mother’s death, the second Sunday of May. After establishing Mother’s Day in Philadelphia, Jarvis...
Culture bathing in New York has been fun – and eye-opening. Into the home stretch our focus ws on rape. Have I got your attention now? Literal rape defined as a "type of sexual assault involving sexual intercourse or other forms of sexual penetration carried...
Too bad, so sad, Thierry Mugler: “Couturissime,” a costume mega-show, closes May 7. The tribute to one of fashion's greatest showmen, populated by his "fembots" and "glamazons," is the very definition of "over the top." In short, it is noisy, good fun, the designer's virtuosity...
The Martha Graham Dance Company returned in triumph to The Joyce Theater: as “spellbinding and prescient as ever” (The New York Times). Program mix included Graham classics enhanced by a bouquet of new works! (Sadly if you missed this happening, however, Graham is only up through...
Telluride local Simon Gerald Alexander Perutz passed away unexpectedly on April 19, 2023 in the English countryside. Above everything Simon was kind and generous and so deeply loved. To honor his memory, the family requests donations be made to Connections for the Homeless. To plant trees...
"Roses are red, violets are blue, I am a schizophrenic, and so am I." or, "What the world needs is geniuses with humility. There are so few of us left." Both quotes by the once legendary Oscar Levant, Hollywood actor, concert pianist, and the most...
Commissioner Hilary Cooper resigns from San Miguel County board. New role with State of Colorado begins May 8. Go here for more on San Miguel County. [caption id="attachment_103479" align="alignnone" width="216"] Hilary Cooper[/caption] Commissioner Hilary Cooper announced she has accepted a job with the State of Colorado and is stepping...
Based on Telluride, Mountainfilm will celebrate its 45th year of celebrating indomitable spirits in the heart of the San Juan mountains, May 25-29, 2023. Passes to Mountainfilm are here. Go here for much more on Mountainfilm. Mountainfilm is excited to announce a few special events and featured artists for its 45th festival...
We continued our fast trot through New York's cultural scene with a day at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, two plays - and all that jazz. Go here for more about TIO NYC. The Met Cecily Brown: Death and The Maid (through 12/2/23). A Must. [caption id="attachment_103533" align="alignnone" width="197"]...
Primavera. Printemps. Spring season by any name has sprung in New York. It is a time to get drunk on sensations. Our first full day in the city included Sunday in the Park (Central) among the cherry blossoms with a dear friend and visits to...
