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Local Guides > Stamford Things to do with your kids on a rainy day in Stamford, CT: 1 of 3
Just over twenty miles from New York City, Stamford, Connecticut has a wonderful reputation as a safe and award-winning place to raise children. One of CNN/Money's "Top 100 Places to Live," Stamford meets all the criteria for being a great home town, including a variety of entertainment and recreational options. Even on a rai... More..
Local Guides > Pittsburgh A guide to Pittsburgh's ethnic festivals: 1 of 3
Pittsburgh is a city with rich cultural heritage, and throughout the year you'll find numerous ethnic festivals to attend in this Pennsylvania metropolis. Check out one of the following events and become familiar with a new culture that has made a new home for itself in Pittsburgh.JEWISH ISRAELI FILM FESTIVALThe United Jewish... More..
Travel > Accommodation Tips & Advice How to stay in youth hostels: 2 of 5
Around the world, budget accommodations known as hostels provide a cheap bed for travelers without the means of staying in all the ritziest hotels. Many large cities and major travel destinations have a number of hostels. But the old adage that you get what you pay for certainly applies to some hostels, which can be grungy, l... More..
Local Guides > Klamath Falls All about the Snowflake Festival, Klamath Falls, Oregon: 2 of 5
Nestled in the Cascade Mountains, the city of Klamath Falls is an idyllic and beautiful town. It sits on the edge of Upper Klamath Lake, the largest natural lake in the ecologically diverse Pacific Northwest. Only about 20,000 people live here, but there are plenty of visitors year-round taking advantage of the town's many ou... More..
Education > College Life The benefits of living on campus: 9 of 21
Many colleges require first-year students to live on campus. Some students grudgingly comply; others weasel their way around the policy. Admittedly, the close quarters of dorm life may not be for everyone, but they do offer unique benefits.PARKINGFirst, you should know that the college you want to attend probably has a parkin... More..
Arts & Humanities > Art Appreciation A look at famous paintings of George Washington: 3 of 7
Depictions of America's first president can be found being carried by almost every person in the United States. The dollar bill and quarter feature George Washington's face, so more than 200 years after his presidency Americans can still instantly recognize his image. Several well-known portraits of Washington have risen to p... More..
Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) Lupus: Symptoms and treatment: 3 of 7
WHAT IS LUPUS?Lupus is the common name for the medical condition known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). This is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes the body's immune system to cause harm to the patient's own cells. While it can be fatal, with recent medical advances the mortality rate as a result of lupus has decli... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Loss of a horse: 9 of 20
Imagine being forced to drag the last breaths out of your close friend and partner.This is the pain of losing a horse.Starting in the spring when I was sixteen years old, I worked with a young horse named Pete. We went through a period of introduction- getting to know each other. As horse lovers know, this involves creating m... More..
Local Guides > Pittsburgh A museum guide to Pittsburgh, PA: 5 of 11
Pittsburgh is too often thought of as nothing more than a polluted industrial metropolis. The fact is, this city has a rich cultural foundation of unique and varied museums. Featuring art museums ranging from traditional to cutting edge, science and children's museums that will entertain people until closing time, and history... More..
Local Guides > Santa Rosa Guide to vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Santa Rosa, CA: 2 of 4
Dining out can be a challenge for vegetarians and vegans. When going to new restaurants, they have to ask the waiter complicated questions about how the food is prepared and what ingredients are in each menu item just to make sure that the food doesn't violate their lifestyle. Luckily, in Santa Rosa, California, several new r... More..