Monthly Archives: April 2009

The Dastkar Movement

Posted on April 29, 2009 by admin

The Dastkar Society in India, is similar to the Podmajersky Inc., in Chicago, USA. Both of these organizations seek to give artists a chance. Not just to show their work, but by providing living quarters and workspace as well. At … Continue reading →

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How To Maintain Your Tires

Posted on April 27, 2009 by admin

With the economy still on the decline, it’s hard to rationalize buying an entirely new car if the one you currently own is still functioning (even if only minimally). Rather than shell out a lot of cash and take on … Continue reading →

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Day Tripping In Goa, Ponda, Ayurvedic medicine, chili pepper

Posted on April 27, 2009 by admin

In the 16th &17th centuries European countries fought wars to determine who would control the spice trade. Because the value of spices far exceeded the value of gold, it’s easy to imagine the motivation of these countries. Fortunes were made … Continue reading →

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A Different Kind of Balearic Island

Posted on April 26, 2009 by admin

Many have noted that the trip from Ibiza to Formentera on the ferry, has a mix of decidedly different kinds of people. Many travel from the party island of Ibiza to relax on this smaller island, as Formentera is known … Continue reading →

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Folk Dance in Dubai

Posted on April 26, 2009 by admin

Folk dance is an essential element in most areas of the United Arab Emirates, and this is true for Dubai. These dances are not limited to gender, age or social status and play an integral part in most celebrations, such … Continue reading →

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The Historical City of Palma

Posted on April 24, 2009 by admin

Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands that sit just off of the coast of Mainland Spain. All the islands together make up one of the most popular and most traveled vacation destinations around the world, and perhaps the … Continue reading →

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Singapore Opera

Posted on April 20, 2009 by admin

The Singapore International Cantonese Opera Festival takes place every September and October. It is organized by the Chinese Theatre Circle, which was established in 1981 with the intention of promoting Chinese Opera. It was awarded its non-profit status in 1995. … Continue reading →

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Nightlife in Bangkok

Posted on April 17, 2009 by admin

There are many options for those seeking exciting night-time adventures in the city of Bangkok. And while there are many bars and trendy go-go clubs for those wishing to dance and party the night through, most visitors and tourists find … Continue reading →

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Peter’s Place, Chelsea NY

Posted on April 12, 2009 by admin

By the end of June, 2009 a center will close that has for many years provided care and assistance for the elderly, homeless population in the Chelsea neighborhood of New York City. Peter’s Place is a drop-in site for those … Continue reading →

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Sculpture Promenade at the Fitzwilliam Museum

Posted on April 10, 2009 by admin

On April 28th, 2009 the new sculpture garden at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge will open to the public. The most accomplished and well respected artists alive and working today, will have their work displayed. Helaine Blumefield, a sculptor herself, … Continue reading →

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