From the Publisher's Desk...Memorial Day Memories and Time-honored Family Traditions Remembering World War II & Beyond
Memorial Day reminds all of us each year of the sacrifices made by our military men and women, and those of their families. May we never forget.
May 243 min read
Publisher's Desk: Turn Your Children's Precious Art into Precious Jewelry
Here's my oldest grandchild, Noah, taken a few years ago with a precious picture he made for my new refrigerator. Even though he's now driving a car, this picture still hangs on my fridge door as a sweet reminder of him at age 11! Last weekend's edition of the Wall Street Journal (May 8-9, 2026) contained an absolutely AMAZING art idea for moms and grandparents in the Style & Fashion section, "Fridge Art You Can Keep Forever". Mind you, it's a bit pricey depending on if choos
May 112 min read
Publisher's Desk: Making Bad Art is Good for Your Brain -- Yes, You Read that Right!
Go ahead and try something new and be an utter flop at it. Neurologists have some very encouraging news for you!
May 42 min read
Publisher's Desk: Lizzadro Lapidary Art Museum -- Literally a Hidden Gem in Oak Brook, IL
Feeling restless and only have a little time on your hands, drive over to Oak Brook, IL for a visit to this amazing boutique-sized museum jam-packed with gorgeous carved pieces in jade, rock crystal and more!
Apr 272 min read
Publisher's Desk: A Visit to the Cedarburg Art Museum -- a nice 2-hour Day Trip! Admission is Free, Donations Encouraged
Fun day trip to Cedarburg, WI reveals lots of goodies in that town including a quaint art museum housed in a nineteenth century home.
Apr 201 min read
