This week, classical pianist Hunter Noack performed at Mt. Pisgah Arboretum, a favorite hiking spot. His music – labeled “Classical Music in the Wild” – was phenomenal! You can find details at this website. ____________ “Classical Music in the Wild brings together the two things Noack loves most: classical music and the great outdoors.” ____________ […]
I’ve been back in the US since June, slowly re-acclimating. This week I visited the Portland Japanese Garden with a friend. The weather was cool and pleasant – perfect for strolling. Japanese Culture The lush, impeccably maintained gardens are a marvel of peace and beauty. They’re designed to give visitors a better understanding of Japanese […]
On May 19, Istanbul was buzzing – especially Taksim Square. In Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day is an official holiday. For years, the holiday was called “Youth and Sports Day“. In 1981, the Turkish National Security Council and UNESCO dedicated the entire year to Atatürk. […]
