Recalling the roaring hearths and roars of laughter that are part and parcel of Christmas in Irish families, virtuoso fiddler Eileen Ivers interweaves age-old Wren Day songs, beloved American carols, and even a jigging Bach in An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas. With her signature warmth, Ivers invites listeners in for a tuneful, soulful celebration that’s as comforting as a favorite carol and a slice of Christmas cake.
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AN ARTIST REMEMBERS: HANUKKAH LAMPS SELECTED BY MAURICE SENDAK | Opens at The Jewish Museum on December 2
New York, NY – The Jewish Museum will present An Artist Remembers: Hanukkah Lamps Selected by Maurice Sendak from December 2, 2011 through January 29, 2012.
The 12 Days of Christmas – Holiday Gifts On A Budget
It’s my favorite time of year and like everyone else I want to give gifts that are thoughtful, fashionable and that are not going to break the bank or still be paying for in March 2012.
Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum to Present“ Design with the Other 90%: Cities” at the United Nations, through Jan 9, 2012
“Design with the Other 90%: Cities,” the second in a series of themed exhibitions by
Cooper-Hewitt that demonstrate how design can address the world’s most critical issues, opens
Oct. 15 at the United Nations and runs through Jan. 9, 2012. Organized by Cynthia E. Smith, the
museum’s curator of socially responsible design, the exhibition will feature more than 60 projects from 23 countries around the globe. Admission to the exhibition will be free of charge.
A Guide to Gluten Free Pies Around the Web
During the autumn and winter season we see our fair share of pies, traditional apple, coconut custard, banana cream as well as pumpkin spice to name a few. We often indulge in these holiday sweet treats without hesitation, where as individuals with a gluten allergy lick their lips and turn away in an effort to evade the thought of consuming an ingredient that seems almost natural to the rest of us.
12 Budget Friendly Homemade Edible Gift Ideas
After having enjoyed Thanksgiving with our loved ones, we are almost immediately reminded to purchase holiday gifts for our family and friends. Commercials tell us the only way to save money on holiday shopping is to purchase our gifts early in the season. Chances are, many of us will go through a tank of gas while circling the parking lot of an overcrowded mall and then impatiently wait in line hoping to save a few bucks. Spend that time and money creating edible gifts your loved ones will cherish right in the comfort of your own home. It’s a great way to save gas, money and time while not having to cut anyone off of your “nice list”.