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A Bonsai Master’s Perspective on the Legacy You’re Leaving Behind
The ancient art of bonsai can teach you a lot about how to leave a legacy behind for generations to come. Whether or not you decide to take up your pruning sheers, bonsai master Chiako Yamamoto has some words of wisdom for you!
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What Does Your Closet Say about Your Family History?
Who makes the bullfighter’s jacket? Why does the showgirl sparkle on stage? Join us for a journey around the world to learn why time and fervor are key components in some of the most awe-inspiring fashion traditions!
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How the Printing Press Can Help Us Live Better in the Digital Era!
Why do people flock to a remote farm in Vermont to witness an art form that's centuries-old? Well, perhaps it has something to do with reminding us all to reconnect to the slow, meaningful moments in life! Pause for a moment and join us for this wonder.
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What if there were a new place to look for a sense of security in these times of turmoil and uncertainty, and it did not involve inventing something new or forcing ourselves forward? Instead, what if the answer to our thriving, right now, lies with remembering how our ancestors thrived!? Here's how they're doing it in Hawaii.
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Stitching Together History: The Incredible Work of Bisa Butler
Most of us want to be more tomorrow than we are today; to know more, to love more, to see more that expands what we think is possible. Even if you aren't an "art" person, the extraordinary, life-sized work of Bisa Butler will leave you in awe of the history and future of humanity.
Read MoreStitching Together History: The Incredible Work of Bisa ButlerWe’ve Caught Quilt Fever, Have You?!
Thousands of joyous people flock to the tiny town of Paducah, Kentucky every year to celebrate one particularly special pastime they all have in common. And the reason for such fanfare and togetherness will have you pulling out your most treasured items to hold them close!
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Discover the Weird and Wonderful World of Cheese!
Is cheese the great unifying force? Travel the world of this dairy delight with us and you may find your answer! Whether from donkeys in Serbia or with maggots in Italy, cheese around the globe is as diverse and exciting as the cultures it has sustained for generations!
Read MoreDiscover the Weird and Wonderful World of Cheese!Celebrating Culture by Getting Down with the Limbo Queen!
How low can you go? Many of us associate the limbo with a game played at children's birthday parties, but do you know where it actually came from? Let's uncover the history behind the limbo, and watch the world's reigning limbo champion shimmy her way to the top by scooting down mind-blowingly low!
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Over 400 Years of Wisdom All in One Page!
What does a piece of paper have to do with human nature? Well, why not ask the craftsmen who have been mastering the craft of papermaking for generations! (Who knew we held the key to happiness in our hands so often?)
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Why do people turn to jigsaw puzzles? Entertainment? Excitement? Quality time with loved ones? There's a lot to love about these scattered pictures, but when we look back at their history, and the influence they are having right now, all the pieces fall into place!
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Why Good Business is like Good Bread!
Why do we love a good loaf of bread so much? For 130 years a little bakery in Ireland has stood the test of time, answering this question for generations. The answer is a lesson we can pass on to other corners of our life as well!
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Why Spices Are WAY More Than the Spice of Life!
Ever wondered why some cultures embrace all the spice in the cabinet and others are, well, a little blander? There's a fascinating bit of science behind the difference in our food preferences around the globe, and it goes way past making our food delicious! Ready to look at your spice cabinet with fresh eyes?
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