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Florida Culture for the Week of October 7 by Josh Garrick

by Josh Garrick / Oct 07, 2013 / 0 comments

Florida Culture for the Week of October 7 by Josh Garrick

Now through November 4 – Street Talk – Photos by Gwen Hughes

The Tournament of Kings: A Medieval Feast

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Oct 07, 2013 / 0 comments

The trail of smoke and cologne that seemed to follow me everywhere in Las Vegas dissipated as I entered the stands to the Tournament of Kings, located in Excalibur Hotel & Casino. The bright lights and electronic environment vanished almost instantly, replaced by dim lighting that complemented the indoor medieval scene perfectly.

Deep Fried with Cheese

by Sicily Kolbeck / Oct 07, 2013 / 0 comments

The first thing I noticed when I stepped off of the shuttle from the impromptu parking lot (the original one was already filled to the max!) was the overwhelming smell. Funnel cakes. I could practically taste the delectable soft cloud in my mouth.

Who Is Saint Bridget, and Why Is She In a Well?

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Oct 06, 2013 / 0 comments

In Ireland, a large percentage of people are Catholics. As part of this religion, it is customary for people to pray to patron saints to receive blessings, find relief, or ask for healing. There are patron saints for all kinds of causes, special interests, groups of people, professions, and countries. Saint Bridget (also known as St.

Filmmaker Cory McAbee Talks About His International Experiences

by Anevay Darlington / Oct 06, 2013 / 0 comments

I sat down outside on a nice autumn day with Cory McAbee, a good friend, world traveler, father of three, musician, and talented filmmaker who’s made great films such as The American Astronaut, Stingray Sam, and Crazy & Thief.

 

Mining Into History at a Czechoslovakian Coal Mine

by William Wellman / Oct 05, 2013 / 0 comments

You probably haven’t spent much time at any abandoned coal mining facilities in the Czech Republic, unless you’re a former Czech Republic coal miner, of course. You may never go to the Czech Republic at all. It’s not the first place on your bucket list when you’re planning your family vacation.

My Traveling Grandma

by Miranda Boyink / Oct 05, 2013 / 0 comments

My grandma’s name is Jackie Austin. She loves quilting and is very involved in all of her grandkids’ activities. She has traveled to hundreds of amazing places in her lifetime. Intrigued by her knowledge of international travel, I interviewed her.

 

It's Time to Travel, featuring Adrianne Fogg

by Harrison Boyink / Oct 05, 2013 / 0 comments

More than ever, people in today's world are couch potatoes – watching TV, playing video games, and trying to visit the world online. While the may get a general idea of how things look, they never get the whole experience - only seeing what the TV producers and the photographers choose for them to see. They only hear what the editors choose. They only get what others say.

Best job in the world? Scouting Baseball

by Harrison Boyink / Oct 05, 2013 / 0 comments

 

What baseball fan wouldn't love the chance to be an international scout?

 

U.S. Department of State Scholarship Program for American High School Students

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Oct 04, 2013 / 0 comments

U.S. Department of State Scholarship Program for American High School Students - Promotes Study of Critical Languages

NSLI-Y Offers Merit-Based Scholarships for a Summer or an Academic Year Abroad

 

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