Hans Zimmer LIVE Tour – February 4th, 2025

Hans Zimmer LIVE Tour – February 4th, 2025

Imagine standing in the center of the stage with an immense stadium of people looking on in anticipation to hear the music you have written while being surrounded by exceptional musicians also on the stage, who use their instruments to play your music by your side. ...
“The Monster”: A Gem of a Silent Film

“The Monster”: A Gem of a Silent Film

It is hard to believe that I have never come across a film starring Lon Chaney, Johnny Arthur, and Gertrude Olmstead until recently.  I occasionally have read books on film and silent films and do not recall any mention of “The Monster”, which was an American film...
Nancy Drew Mysteries Board Game

Nancy Drew Mysteries Board Game

Games are always welcome gifts in our home and we recently played two mystery games, which were Christmas gifts and really enjoyed both of them.  For many years, I have been a Nancy Drew fan and have collected the original book series.  So thoughtfully, my husband got...
“Musical Sounds Are the Best Songs” by Mel Torme

“Musical Sounds Are the Best Songs” by Mel Torme

In the bustling halls of Hyde Park High School, a young girl named Helen walked alongside a future jazz legend, Mel Tormé. Now at 97 years old, my grandma often reminisces about those golden days when she shared classrooms and dreams with The Velvet Frog himself....