I’m taking a figure drawing class with Martin R. Anderson at the Brookline Senior Center. He recommended drawing exhibit at the Harvard Fogg Art Museum so I went with my friend and classmate, Helena. I hadn’t been to the Fogg Art Museum since it was extensively renovated. It’s a beautiful space that is now free…
Across the United States, funeral homes offer a wide range of services designed to support different needs, traditions, and preferences. Each provider brings a unique approach to personalization, guidance, and care, helping families create meaningful tributes that reflect a loved one’s life and legacy. From traditional services to more flexible and modern options, families can…
We had more than 60 children’s book authors and illustrators at our event, meeting more than 1,500 attendees. It was a wonderful day to celebrate our KidLit community! CBS News covered our event: Owen Roy captured our event in this video: Even the chaos of set up was a lot of fun!…
Let’s fold origami fortune cookies as an activity for my picture book, Fortune Cookies for Everyone! (Smithsonian): The Surprising Story of the Tasty Treat We Love to Eat, illustrated by Colleen Kong-Savage. This is the true story of who invented the fortune cookie. Spoiler alert: it’s a mystery, and the reader gets to decide! [nonfiction…
As a parent, you focus on teaching the big lessons, from riding a bike to reciting the alphabet. However, some of the most effective strategies for protecting your child’s long-term health are simple and overlooked. Regarding dental care, dads often underestimate the importance of choosing the right toothbrush and understanding the 3-3-3 rule for brushing…
For many parents, low milk supply — or the fear of low supply — can be one of the most stressful parts of breastfeeding. You may wonder if your baby is getting enough, or find that nursing alone doesn’t stimulate your body like it once did. Thankfully, modern pumping technology has come a long way….
My dentist is a practice started by a husband and wife, both dentists who graduated from Tufts Dental School. Ever since Covid lockdown, they said that it’s been tough to hire dental hygienists and assistants. For return-to-work parents, this might be a good option to consider. It’s also a career path that is safe from…