Whispers of a Good Friend
This past Christmas, the world lost George Michael, which capped off the list of great musicians who left this Earth in 2016. As a kid, I grew up listening to George Michael because my father is a fan of him. I heard “Father Figure,” “One More Try” and “Praying For Time” a lot over the years. I know that Michael had his share of personal issues, but I don’t want to focus on that. I want to focus on his music and how it made me feel.
4 Your Earz Only
Rapper J.Cole is back with a new album. His fourth studio album 4 Your Eyez Only was released a week ago. It follows up his critically acclaimed third album 2014 Forest Hills Drive. That album is my favorite from him, though I did enjoy this new album. Cole has always been known as a storyteller, and I always enjoyed his music because most of it is relatable to 20-somethings like myself.
The Power of Play
Along with the other early learning activities–singing, writing, reading and talking, playing helps children build early literacy skills and is the foundation for school readiness.
Cause this is Thriller
Today is the anniversary of the release of Michael Jackson’s epic album Thriller. I wasn’t alive when it came out, but I love it anyway. The album was incredibly successful and still remains the best selling album of all time.
Keep the Faith
I’ve read my fair share of comics and watched enough superhero movies and have never seen anyone is the same size as me. Those days are over. While looking for new releases on Goodreads and Amazon, I came across Faith. It was so wonderful to see a woman superhero who doesn’t look like a Playboy bunny. Faith Herbert is relatable in a lot of ways.
Get Dirty! Nature Appreciation for the Young Child
Exploring the world is not only natural for young children, but also essential. And fostering a sense of respect and appreciation for nature when children are young, is key to keeping this world healthy and happy.
Why I Love Insecure
I love Issa Rae’s new show, Insecure because it captures an honest portrayal of friendships between Black women that hasn’t been seen on television since Girlfriends. The first season is still airing on HBO, but get a preview with Rae’s book, The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl!
Calling All Little Ghosts and Ghouls!
Halloween is here! We had a blast celebrating at CLP – Squirrel Hill. You can celebrate too, with these fun-filled and inexpensive activities for the whole family!
Super Science: marshmallow bridges, gooey chemistry, fizzing rockets and more!
Wiggly worms and bugs, crazy chemistry, gooey polymers and fizzing Alka-Seltzer™ rockets—this is a mere sampling of the amazing science activities kids can explore free of charge during Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Super Science programs, which receives generous support from PPG Foundation and other funders.
The Mystery Behind The Sister
In the wake of her best friend Charlie’s death, Grace goes on a mission to find Charlie’s father. Things aren’t what they seem, though, and soon Grace starts to question what’s really going on. If you enjoyed The Girl on the Train, I think you’ll enjoy Louise Jensen’s debut novel, The Sister.