As I look ahead to share My Music Man at the Astoria Public Library next Saturday, it's only natural that I reminisce about the days of steamers. And in today's world, sated with news, worry, and conflict, it took two nudges to impel my brain to journey back, the second being my offer to lend … Continue reading “But of all boats, Dad most loved steamboats”
Month: January 2018
Ignite West Linn: History on fire
The West Linn Historical Society is pleased to introduce Ignite West Linn: History on Fire next Sunday, January 21 at 2pm. This hour-long event will precede the Society's annual meeting, and offer dynamic and lively fast-paced glimpses into history. Ignite presenters get 20 slides which automatically advance every 15 seconds. Join us to participate and … Continue reading Ignite West Linn: History on fire
From Methodism to McMenamins
Is this an incongruous face off between event and venue? Or does it simply make the whole thing a bit more interesting? Later this month I will be sharing stories that include two devout Oregon Territory Methodist Missionaries, a teetotaling grandmother, and an alcoholic father who stopped drinking at 50: all while an audience eats … Continue reading From Methodism to McMenamins
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