THE WEEKLY QUIZ FROM NPR PUZZLEMASTER WILL SHORZ https://www.npr.org/2021/03/28/981915586/sunday-puzzle-here-the-homophone On-air Challenge: I’m going to read you some sentences. Each sentence contains two words that have homophones that are opposites. Ex. Does Liv Ullmann dye her hair? –> LIVE & DIE (homophones of “Liv” and “dye”) 1. In London, bar patrons [……]
A little this & that from the media. • Single-use face masks are hurting wildlife – here’s what you can do about it https://www.greenpeace.org.uk/news/single-use-face-masks-hurting-wildlife-what-you-can-do/ Please Avoid Buying Disposable Masks. These masks do not biodegrade and are horribly polluting our land and waters. This past week [……]
Hi Everyone! We at Vecinos are busy at work. After five years of struggling this year will really be pivotal for changes in the organization. In late spring or early fall, we will hold a Members General Meeting. If it is not possible to hold because of COVID 19 then [……]
Bazaar Hours: Saturday, March 20 1pm — 5pm Sunday, March 21 9am — 1pm We are looking for volunteers to separate books, that is between keepers and for sale. Please [……]
On 21 March Mexicans honor the birthday of Benito Juarez, the 26th president of Mexico and national hero. Juarez served as president from 1858 until his death in 1872. Born in Oaxaca, he was the first indigenous president of Mexico. During Juarez’s presidency the Mexican army defeated much larger French [……]
I have always enjoyed a glass of Xtabentún, after dinner. It’s smooth, with a honey and anise flavor. Xtabentún liquor is traditionally produced in the state of Yucatán. This liquor is from the Maya culture and has multiple uses, although, I have only tasted it, either on the rocks, or [……]
Rosemary (Scientific Name: Rosmarinus officianalis) Generally thought of as a kitchen plant, Rosemary is also a good bedroom plant. It’s pleasant, piney scent is known to reduce anxiety and stress, which could make your sleep more peaceful and satisfying. Keep your Rosemary plant by a bright window as it needs [……]
Like many of you, I head to the travel section in a book store to find novels related to places I’ve been or places I’m going. There was even a book store in New York City that only sold novels related to travel. Not a guide book in the place. [……]
How often do you go to the fridge looking for a little snack? And are disappointed yet again? Try this with crackers. Boursin cheese: 16 oz ( 2 pkgs) softened cream cheese 1 stick softened butter (original recipe calls for 8 oz) 3T parmesan cheese (as fine as possible) 1 T [……]
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