In the middle of Brussels, Belgium there is an interesting and much beloved unique sculpture. Manneken Pis (meaning “Lil’ Piddler” in Dutch) is a landmark sculpture in Brussels, depicting a naked little boy urinating into a fountain’s basin. It was put in place in 1618 and is the best-known symbol of the people of Brussels.…
Carl Smothers An ancient entity has been the custodian of an invaluable asset for 1000 years. Aliens invade her planet, intending to exploit its resources and unintentionally create cataclysmic damages to her world. An interplanetary war breaks out to control the most valuable piece of real estate in the galaxy—MP-1. The Entity is drawn into…
Frank Cianci For Italians, it’s all about love: love of family, love of food, love of wine, love of music. Family dinners, especially Sunday dinner at nonna’s (grandma’s), allowed us to express all those loves at once. Memories of those family dinners evoke strong emotions. One such dinner was polenta sulla spianatoia (polenta on the…
Tom Zumann Pioneer Woman and Osage County Explore the Land of Wonder featuring the Pioneer Woman Mercantile. Experience open prairies for viewing bison at the Tallgrass Prairie Preserve and wild Mustang sanctuary at Mowdy Ranch. The prairie visit also includes the Woolaroc wildlife preserve, which embodies the natural environment and cultural heritage. Be the judge…
With sacks and bundles and packages, the Women’s Club members again answered the call for school supplies for the Denton County Friends of the Family and filled the clubhouse foyer. Pencils, paper, scissors, crayons were just a few from the long list of items. Backpacks of every size, color, depth, description filled in the spaces…
Dave Parker What could be better than getting together with other Baby Boomers and meeting on prime rib night at the Grill? On the first Friday in August, Boomers could enjoy a special meal, friendship and some adult beverages. Commander in Chief Margaret O’Neill introduced many new Boomers including Donna and Craig Walsh, Staci and…