These days it’s common to openly discuss topics that past generations would have considered rude, such as sex, money, politics and religion. Death on the other hand, particularly one’s own, often remains a conversational taboo for many, though it’s probably one of the most important discussions to be had with those closest to us.
As the annual Strawberry Festival begins, it appears strawberries, once a staple on Vashon, are making a comeback on the island.
This is supposed to be a review of the Vashon High School musical “The Drowsy Chaperone,” pointing out the flaws and highlights of the production. But I am going to open this critique with a simple declaration: This show is pure fun!
My mother always said laughter is good for digestion. If that’s true, then my turkey burger last Friday went to all the right places as I watched the opening night of Drama Dock’s production of “The Curious Savage.”
Current research is proving what islanders Karen Eliasen and Glenda Pearson have known for at least 20 years — that farm animals have personalities, attachments and feeling
If laughter is good for digestion, then Drama Dock’s current production of “Inspecting Carol” is the perfect dessert after a big holiday meal. Directed by Drama Dock veteran Chaim Rosemarin, this repeat performance of Daniel Sullivan’s 1991 farce is becoming a seasonal classic for Vashon’s community theater company.
“For him, it’s like his best ever bowl of ice cream; he never gets tired of it. For me, the best part is the relationship with my dog.”
Mythologist and author Michael Meade will put on The Genius of Youth, The Wisdom of Elders in a gathering at Vashon’s United Methodist Church on Friday evening.
From home to work to government, budget shortfalls are the latest in operational fashion. Almost nobody has enough money to do everything they want, and sometimes not enough to do what they need. The recession has caused a genuine alteration in spending styles for most “average” folks, now known as the 99 percent. But wants, and especially needs, haven’t changed much.
While one adult’s art may be another’s garbage, in the world of children, every artistic expression is a treasure. This is true not just because Mom and Dad simply adore the source and any production therefrom. It’s also true because the benefit for kids is all about process.
