ONLY SHADES OF GREY

Nevertheless I think both dad and I learned something about ourselves and others through watching the film,….though we perhaps couldn´t have articulated that we now had an understanding of stereo-typing and the dangers it presents. It was our first small step on the road to understanding and tolerance (although even that word can be misconstrued as being pejorative, surely?).
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ON TOP OF OLD SMOKEY

Whether you’re singing the original Appalachian song about losing out on love because courtin’ was too slow or singing about a mountain of spaghetti covered in cheese with a single elusive meatball, the song remains delightful and fun. It’s one of the most enjoyable tunes to sing.
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PASS IT ON 21: weekly walkabout Sunday Supplement 8th October 2023

Moseley Folk And Arts Festival, that takes place annually in Moseley Park´s not-so-.secret hideaway. The event is a family-friendly festival exploring the very best of contemporary folk.

JAZZ: THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING

What’s notable for anyone who sees Jorge Roeder of or hears him is that he does everything with such love and care and warmth … and risk! Jorge is a catalyst for great music-making and has a definitive voice as a musician. He’s a star´.

THE LINCOLN HIGHWAY

I think the Goodreads community will enjoy this—there is a meaningful overlap between Rules of Civility and The Lincoln Highway. You don’t have to read one to enjoy the other, but if you’ve read Rules, you might spot some familiar elements. Fans may enjoy seeing how these threads from 1938—which is when Rules takes place—resurface in the mid-1950s in a very different context.universe.
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NATIONAL GALLERY LONDON to NATIONAL MUSEUM KOREA

The tour demonstrates how the Gallery continues to innovate in the way it designs and delivers partnerships, with the exhibition representing what is essentially the ‘National Gallery in miniature’

ART IS AN ASSET

It seemed a lot more civilised than some of the pub debates I took part in back in the UK, and it was great see the audience participating in question and answer session on each aspect of the topic.

PASS IT ON weekly walkabout 20 Sunday 1st October 2023

He has also very obviously strengthened the links that connect The Canarry Islands and its diaspora
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THE BIRTH OF ROCK AND ROLL

The authors of The Birth of Rock And Roll are experts in their field, and I know from have reading  several works from their individual works, all written sublimely, and full of information and informed opinion and delivered in the captivating tones of men who clearly love their subject.