The third annual Richmond Book Festival took place this weekend and featured the Lit Limo, student performances and lots of discount books for sale.
Written By: Zahra Rashidi Since children’s literature is considered a priority in society, the lack of access to specialized children’s books in Afghanistan has led Mo’tvva-e-Kabir, the author of “The Golden Finch,” to write a book specifically for the intellectual growth of Afghan children. Mo’tavva completed her higher education and a master’s degree in Persian-Dari […]
Attention parents! A new children's play attraction is opening soon in Edinburgh – and it looks like it's going to be a lot of fun for families. MakeBelieve, at Drumsheugh Place in the city centre, describes itself as a “stylish indoor play space designed for babes and their grown-ups to interact, laugh, and have fun”. On their website, MakeBelieve say: “We believe in the power of play. Welcome to MakeBelieve, the indoor space where kids can let their imaginations run wild. “The two-level space...
Adam Wurtzel went to Rock Hill where the 60th Come-See-Me Festival is happening.
Alex Ye, 18, of Rockville, Md., was charged with threatening mass violence after state, county and federal officials uncovered multiple social media posts and a 129-page "manifesto" describing his desire to shoot up both a local elementary and high school.
Each year, the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books draws authors representing diverse genres, from established figures to emerging talents, and attendees who engage with panels and discussions, storytelling sessions, book signings and interactive exhibits. A wealth of experiences awaited readers of all ages at this year's event over the weekend at USC.
Upcoming events in Berks County and nearby communities.
State Police will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint in Hampden County next week to help prevent under the influence driving.
A person in costume at last year's Black Comic Book Festival. The two-day festival, also known as SchomCom, is back for its 12th year at the Schomburg Center in Harlem starting on Friday. [ more › ]
Kevin Edwards is using his psychology background to teach kids about positive character strengths.
"Mary Poppins" was Julie Andrews' first film. Her second film was "The Sound of Music." If she had never made another movie, she might still be one of Hollywood's most endearing and beloved stars and generation after generation would still be singing along. Though that was just the beginning of a career literally in its eighth decade, it's a very good place to start. Because now, Julie Andrews is a writer of children's books, with co-author, and daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton. Their latest is...
A recent survey of banking and business contacts around New England found tourism to be a bright spot in the regional economy, one with a "very bullish" outlook for the remainder of 2024.