The Naiad finds a new home — Coventry Society News

CovSoc Chair, Vince Hammersley, tells us the story of one of Coventry’s most famous sculptures. The Naiad sculpture by internationally famous Coventry artist George Wagstaffe stood in the Earl Street Courtyard, opposite the Council House for around fifty years. This courtyard was granted grade 2 listed status but has now been destroyed by Coventry University. […] …

Not Your Every Day Beach — Into the Light Adventures

Not Your Every Day Beach, now this beach has some pretty rocks to look at. So different from the white sand beaches off the Gulf of Mexico, this beach is Agate Beach on Lake Superior. I love visiting here and look for agates as I walk along the shore line. I am not sure if […] …

Garappata Beach, Chameleon of Beaches — This Man’s Journey

Today, we get to experience Summer that is truly us. For a moment nothing else matters except him, her, me and the beach we love. Calla Lily Valley, California Dream Adventure like no other. In my native tongue, Garappata means tick or parasite. First verbal reaction, “Eeew,” followed by fleeing. So, when a friend told […] …

Coventry Assemble! Opening night for Assembly Festival Space — Writing into the Ether

For the first time in what feels like so long I am BUZZING! I attended the opening night of Assembly Coventry – the new festival space now open in Coventry City centre as part of the City of Culture 2021. I was invited to a night of incredible entertainment, food and best of all… a… Coventry …

Tolverne Cottage, King Harry & a Lost Chapel & Holy Well — The Cornish Bird

The deeply wooded banks of the upper reaches of the River Fal are a quiet, sparsely populated place. A place where the pace of life can seems as timeless as the stealthy creep of the tide over the mudflats. There are many hidden corners in this part of Cornwall, places where you can escape the… Tolverne …

Happy Independence Day American Friends — Historytalker

Today is the 4th of July and in 1776 the United States of America was born. I have many American friends and I have visited that great country on one memorable holiday to New York. Photo by Karolina Grabowska on Pexels.com I am often asked what the British call the 4th of July and quite […] …

Baked Camembert Cheese with Kumquat Marmalade and Brandy — Tasty Eats

Baked white rind cheese, such as and Camembert or Brie, is one of the easiest, yet most festive dishes for relaxed entertainment. Baking the cheese turns it even creamier, enhances its flavor, and keeps it in the perfect texture for serving with tasty additions, such as crackers and fruits. The pairing of delicately salty cheese […] …