Kids’ Almanac (July 10-17)
“One of summer’s small pleasures: very few socks to deal with.” – Jessica Iaia, owner, Half Moon Books Dutchess
Voices
IBM set to exit again
This isn’t your father’s IBM. Your father’s IBM used to make calculating machines and computers, mostly in New York State,
They’re everywhere
My wife and I went to a wedding this past weekend at a beautiful resort in western Massachusetts. We had
Zoom: Bob’s new book on the animated universe
My newest and most epic book was published this week by Little Brown. I have no shame: I hope you
Biting the hand
No, this title is not a reference to the unsportsmanlike and dangerous behavior of the soccer player who recently attempted
Hugh Reynolds: A rush to judgeship
With all the speculation over who’s running for the newly created Family Court judgeship in Ulster County, little attention has
Lighthouse keeping is a family affair
“That’s a lighthouse?” is a phrase we often hear from visitors as they round the last bend in the trail.
Kids’ Almanac (July 3-10)
“We the People…” – The Declaration of Independence Poughkidsie offers all-day imaginative fun for kids, coffee & wi-fi for
Finding the sweet spot
Paul Harrington, the director for the Center of Labor Markets and Policy at Drexel University, was the keynote speaker
Happily ever after, and not so much
“What is that gooey pink stuff?” eight-year-old Dylan asks about the large spots on Franklin’s side. “It’s medicine,” I explain.