May 11, 2011

I am asking all opinions on the state of literature today. Does it exist? Is there a difference between Literature and what most people read today (if they do happen to read).

It makes me sad that many men see reading as a “women’s” activity. Don’t we all appreciate a good story? Why is any novel that has an “Oprah” symbol on it now seen as weak fluff that is not suitable for men to read?

I hate buying books that have the movie cover on the book. Most of the time I have never even heard of a really good book until it is set to come out as a movie. Is that the only way books actually sell?

I am not sure if I will ever own an e-reader but I know I will never give up my books.

Every Thursday from 5:00-7:00 people who like to play traditional Irish and Scottish music gather at Carmody. It’s an open session, which means anyone who plays an acoustic instrument is welcome to come and join in. New people are welcome. If you want to learn some of the tunes the group plays before venturing out with your fiddle or concertina or whistle or whatever, many are on this website. The session is set early to make it possible for musicians to go to the jam at Sir Ben’s too. On Thursdays Sir Ben’s hosts old time and Celtic players, starting around 7:00 or 8:00.

Leif Erikson Park – Duluth
Friday nights at sunset

July 15 | 9 p.m.
Independence Day

July 22 | 8:50 p.m.
The Great Outdoors

July 29 | 8:40 p.m.
Edward Scissorhands

Aug. 5 | 8:30 p.m.
Finding Nemo

Aug. 12 | 8:20 p.m.
Casablanca

Aug. 19 | 8:10 pm
Bad News Bears

Aug. 26 | 8 p.m.
Twilight

Sept. 9 | 7:30 pm
Toy Story 3

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