On September 25th, 2010, the annual National Book Festival will begin on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Hosted by the Library of Congress, this event is a must-see for book lovers of all ages. Each year, fifty nationally published authors, illustrators, and poets are invited to the festival where they give lectures, sign autographs, hold readings, and more. Past authors that have attended included R.L. Stine, John Irving, and Tim...more
Artificial Christmas trees are a common sight in houses across many countries in December, but one art director has decided there is a place for such objects in the summertime too.Curator Simon Castets made a festive display at the Yvon Lambert Gallery in New York, the Huffington Post reports.The exhibition featured work from a number of artists, including John Baldessari, Lynda Benglis, Michael Brown, Heman Chong, Jonathan...more
Native American pottery is by far one of the most diverse and beautiful crafts made in the world. The production methods from various locations and tribes have enriched this tradition. These traditions are still being used by the Native American descendants along with other new methods for producing amazing pieces of unique pottery.Pottery is thought to be one of the oldest crafts in time. Ancient artifacts have been found and pottery is one of the most lasting and prevailing determinants of the civilization's past. It is also considered as being in existence even before European settlers and colonizers set foot in America. Native American pottery is a diverse mix of traditions. Differing by the various geographic locations, pottery has been produced throughout time. However, because of the lack of proof, it is still uncertain if the Native American people invented the potter?s wheel. They do have, however, a variety of distinct styles and methods used to create their pottery.The more common methods of Native American pottery are through sculptural methods, including molding, padding and coiling. They use these methods to create exotic pots as well as figures or effigies. Clay...more
There are several ways to travel although if you are planning a holiday in an international destination then you are going to in all likelihood prefer to fly. Flying commercially these days can be a real drag and if you will be traveling with small children it can be an absolute torture. People are not very friendly when there is a disenchanted...more
Ski season is coming again, and how long you will stay on the slope is a factor which can have an effect on packing your ski stuff. If you plan on booking a week or more, pack your clothing and personal items, then call the ski resort and tell them you are shipping your stuff to them, and have it held at the desk. If you are flying or...more
Shopping around the holidays can be a nightmare. Not only do you have to push through the crowds but you have to decide what to get everyone. And, the hardest person on that list is usually the man in your life. Men, notoriously hard to shop for, don't want the socks and ties that their fathers received, they expect more than that. That is why luck is on your side as not only do you have the internet to give you ideas, but these great holiday gifts for men to guide you along.Is your man constantly on the move, a real sporty kind of guy? Then you need to give him something to go with that hobby. A long-sleeved t-shirt that is reversible to keep him cool while running and warm while snowboarding is perfect. He'll look great in it as he is on that new snowboard you picked up for him. Add a set of headphones with microphone so that he can not only enjoy his favorite tunes but give you a call when he is on his way home.Does your man enjoy being a domestic god? The best way to encourage him is to grab a cookbook designed just for men. This will perfect his cooking skills so that you can enjoy someone cooking for you for once. And, while he is perfecting those skills he can play around...more
A hairstyle is by far the most important part of any fashion trend but it is also the most difficult to adjust, which is especially true for women with short hair who want to change to a longer hairstyle. The answer to this problem used to be a wig,...more
The South by Southwest Festival (SXSW) in Austin, Texas is one of the most popular music festivals held in the United States every year. Since 1987, SXSW has attracted hundreds of thousands attendees each March for four days of music, film, food and...more
When planning a tour of the Suncor and Syncrude Plants, the choice of Fort McMurray hotels offers a wide variety of lodgings. Built around the Athabasca Oil Sands, Fort McMurray, a modern day boomtown, has more than doubled in size in the last 12...more
Gulf Shores, Alabama, offers its visitors a peaceful escape from life in the big city. Individuals who visit this Southern town of about 5,000 remark on the 12 beautiful, uncrowded beaches offering relaxation or sun bathing on wonderful white sand....more
It is easy to assume that all Vietnamese people belong to the same large family, but it isn't so. Vietnam has 54 officially recognised ethnic groups. The largest, the Kinh or Viet make up 86% but that leaves 14% among the other 53...more
Incredible Victoria tours have plenty to offer individuals who are visiting the area or entire families who are on an adventure. The town has amazing accommodations and fabulous sites to keep everyone happy. It is an amazing destination that has a...more