Farewell to a King: Chadwick Boseman Dies at 43
The celebrated star of Black Panther, 42, and more passed Friday after a four-year battle with cancer.
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News of the Week: Back to School, Ray Bradbury’s 100th, and a Visit to the Ice Cream Graveyard
In the news for the week ending August 28, 2020, are the life of New York City, the death of ice cream, the return of Batman, the celebration of vinyl, and more.
Ten Miles from the Ferry Landing
“She said, ‘This farm is my church, and my chickens are my friends.’ What a crazy old woman!”
News of the Week: Cooler Temps, Rotary Phones, and Mr. Peanut Is Now Old Enough to Drink
In the news for the week ending August 8, 2020, are cheap movies, candy corn, legal peanuts, see-through toilet stalls, and more.
The Mystery of Black Rose
In an effort to remains equals, Black Rose acted like just another rock band. The truth was that one of the biggest stars in the world was hiding in plain sight as their lead singer.
Donny Clatterbuck
“When people ask if you’re black or white or what, tell them you’re a Clatterbuck.”
News of the Week: Social Distancing, Bubble Wrap Art, and Everybody’s in the Kitchen with Julia
In the news for the week ending August 14, 2020, are breakfast mac & cheese, ‘pop’ art, Phil Collins, great recipes by Julia Child, and much more.
Over Half Way Through 2020
We are now officially more than half way done with 2020 and we only have one thing to say about that …HURRAY! This year has brought so many challenges for everyone that frankly, we are already looking forward to 2021. And with that in mind, at Curtis we continue to work on art that reflects […]
The Boy with Purple Hair
“He wished his home had the same healthy air, colorfully upholstered furniture, and shelves filled with books and framed photos of loved ones.”
News of the Week: Dog Days, Astronaut Emmys, and Sneaking Zucchini onto Your Neighbor’s Porch
In the news for the week ending August 7, 2020, are dog stars, tropical storms, space videos, zucchini, Neil Diamond in the Age of COVID, and more.
News of the Week: Fake Fans, Red Sands, and 80 Years of That Wascally Wabbit
In the news for the week ending July 31, 2020, are pics of Mars, state rivalries, Bugs Bunny, odd sandwiches, and more.
Awesome Nuts & Chews
“Trish had come back from New York to Wellsboro, devastated by her failed marriage, and there was Kevin, smiling in a doorway. He called her his ex-actress, Trish the Dish.”
In a Word: Gladiators with Gladioluses
Keep your eye out for colorful ‘little swords’ this month, and imagine the cheers of the Colosseum.
100 Years Ago: The Women Who Ran Off with the Circus
At the turn of the century, the circus spotlight began to shine on women, highlighting their athletic talents juxtaposed with dainty beauty.
Considering History: The Washington Redskins, Oklahoma Territory, and the Myth of the “Vanishing Indian”
What does the name change for the Washington Redskins and the Supreme Court decision regarding Oklahoma “Indian Territory” have in common? They both exemplify two longstanding and contrasting narratives of Native Americans.
News of the Week: Supermarket Scenes, Word Wars, and Andy Rooney’s Homemade Ice Cream
In the news for the week ending July 17, 2020, are nunchuck bears, a new Peacock, assaulted seagulls, To Kill a Mockingbird, ice cream, an electric fence in an unexpected place, and much more.