Anghiari Lace

October 20, 2009

One of the most enduring traditions in Anghiari, Italy is the art of weaving lace.  With a delicate hand, keen eyes, and wooden bobbins that sound like tinkling ice cubes, everyday objects such as tablecloths, napkins and curtains become real works of art.

North Carolina's Captain Luke

October 13, 2009

Luther Mayer, known as “Captain Luke,” has been singing the "Piedmont Blues" since the early seventies. 

Piedmont Blues, originated in North Carolina, blends rhythms and chord changes with roots in ragtime. Luke was blessed with a deep natural baritone voice that suits the musical form perfectly

Luke's music has deep connections to the African-American working class of the Carolina Piedmont.

How Beneficial is Your Kid's Cell Phone?

October 6, 2009

Want to talk to your kids?  Then get them a cell phone.  Chances are good your kids' cell phone will never leave their sides - allowing them to talk to everyone day and night, from coast to coast, and around the world.  Just don't expect them to talk to you. 

Changing Animal Shelters

September 15, 2009

Animal shelters are necessary places in our cities and towns. But there's a dark side to these havens. Often, if nobody can adopt a shelter pet, it must be killed. One man is out to change all that. What do you think?

Birder Finds Career

September 8, 2009

Lots of people love to watch and identify birds. But few are so passionate and focused they can turn their passion into a career. Meet Ken Pauley.

Music Box Repairman

September 1, 2009

If it wasn't for craftsmen like Michael Everett, there would be a lot less sweet music in the world. Listen to Michael and his work, then tell us about other trades which may disappear and leave us poorer.

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