Last year for Halloween I was Bip the Clown, a famous creation of the then recently passed master of mime, Marcel Marceau. I thought it would be good to go an entire day without talking, yet it seemed to arouse violent annoyance in as many people as liked it. I think it made me realize … Continue reading Mimes in music and film
Month: November 2008
November is Native American Heritage Month
NATIONAL AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE MONTH The first American Indian Day was celebrated in May 1916 in New York. Back in 1990, President George H.W. Bush named November National American Indian Heritage Month. The purpose of the observance is to highlight the roles America's aboriginal peoples have played in the country's history. It's kind of interesting. … Continue reading November is Native American Heritage Month
Diwali – aka Deepavali aka Tihar aka Swanti
Diwali (or Deepavali, Tihar or Swanti) is a festival of lights primarily celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Newar Bhuddists but also, occasionally, fans of holidays, South Asian food or culture. As with all ancient holidays, the true origins are obscure but undoubtedly symbolize the triumph of good over evil. Probably due to its timing, … Continue reading Diwali – aka Deepavali aka Tihar aka Swanti
Eric Brightwell 