I haven’t been able to visit Assumption Abbey for some time because of Covid and the resulting closure of the guesthouse, but I go there a lot in my mind. more

"Many religions have festivals which celebrate light overcoming darkness ... They seem to speak to every culture, and appeal to people of all faiths, and of none."  more

When the going gets tough, the clever go fishing. Few pastimes connect a person to the natural world like standing in a free-flowing stream casting for smallmouth or trout. more

Harriet Hageman is the environmental lawyer who defeated incumbent Rep. Liz Cheney by a landslide in Wyoming's much-watched Republican House primary. more

We would like to thank Angela Meyer and the Little Balkans Days Committee, the Pittsburg Parks & Recreation Department, the sponsors, and all volunteers for an outstanding Little Balkans Days Celebration!   more

Don't underestimate the open-faced sandwich. As simple as they may sound, these topless sandwiches are often a refreshing and decorative reflection of the season and their cuisine. more

When I took a trip to Michigan a few years ago, one of the places I visited was what is called the “Upper UP.” more

What are we here for? That’s an old question. There are those who say we have no purpose. We are here as worm food. I would say they lack imagination.  more

The premise was simple — with better technology companies would become more efficient and be able to make more things in less time.  more

The following recipe is featured in the Little Balkans Days Cookbook, which is available now for $20 at littlebalkansfestival.com. The 37th annual Little Balkans Days festival continues through Sept. 4, 2022.  more