Weeki Wachee: A Mermaid Mecca & an Old Florida Treasure
Weeki Wachee is a Florida attraction known for live mermaid shows, crystal-clear springs, kayaking, and natural beauty
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The Limón Dance Company – A Modern Dance Legacy
Since my first ballet class at age five, I have been mesmerized by the graceful elegance of professional dancers. The pure talent and athleticism are often hidden behind a cloak of artful choreography. They make it look so easy! All forms of dance movement, from ballet to hip-hop, are outlets of emotionally-charged expression on many…
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San Jose Jazz Summer Fest with Herbie Hancock and Angélique Kidjo
San Jose Jazz Summer Fest 2024 returns with 80 artists appearing in nine indoor and outdoor venues, and its most acclaimed artists to date
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Mexico City, My Winter Savior
My fellow Pacific Northwesters know well that the winter months can be harsh. Weeks of rain (I know, we love the rain, its part of why this region is so beautiful), grey skies, and short days with sunset at 5:00 pm make December through February particularly brutal. My friends and I cling to regular social…
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MIJA Doc Captivating Look at Music Industry Through LatinX Eyes
The California premier of Mija took place at the San Francisco International Film Festival. Doris Muñoz was born in the US, but her family crossed the border from Mexico. She has privileges of citizenship denied her parents and siblings. In fact, her brother got deported, and she has survivors guilt, easily crossing over to Mexico…
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San Francisco International Film Festival: Live, Thrilling, Movie Time!
SFFILM Festival 2022 is celebrating it’s 65th year, making it the longest-running film festival in the Americas. And for good reason. Make your plans now to close your laptop, put on some pants, get out of the house, and clear your schedule between April 21 and May 1. For the first time in two years…
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A Florida Treasure Coast Hidden Gem: Martin County
Discovering unique destinations is my passion. I was happy to find another gem in my home state of Florida. My year-end road trip introduced me to Martin County, north of Palm Beach and part of Florida’s famed Treasured Coast, where shipwrecks with precious cargo are still said to be buried. A Naturalist’s Playground Spanning…
