John Singer Sargent

John Singer Sargent

John Singer Sargent was born on January 12, 1856 and was the eldest of the surviving Sargent children. His parents were Dr. Fitzwilliam Sargent and Mary Newbold Singer. His father was a doctor in Philadelphia but left America in 1854 to live in Europe after the death...
Edward Hopper

Edward Hopper

For the month of July, we’ll be examining some of America’s famous painters. To kick things off, we’ll be exploring the life and career of Edward Hopper.  Edward Hopper was known for capturing scenes of everyday life. You can see some of his art at...
Recommendations for Pride Month

Recommendations for Pride Month

We’re celebrating Pride Month all month long! In this post, we have gathered a list of some popular books and movies to check out this month! Book Recommendations Giovanni’s Room by James Baldwin Your Driver is Waiting by Priya Guns Tomorrow will be...
Harvey Milk

Harvey Milk

In today’s post, we are writing about LGBTQ activist and first openly gay man to hold a public office in California, Harvey Milk. We’ve also added books and media for further study below!  “there is hope that the system can work for all minorities if we...
National Pet Month

National Pet Month

We’re celebrating National Pet Month! We have collected stories that features pets in important roles. From cata to pigs, we hope you enjoy these books and movies! Books Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus If Cats Disappeared from the World by Genki Kawawaka...
Book Adaptations

Book Adaptations

As we approach the half way point of the year, here’s a list of all the movies and television shows based on hit books coming later in 2025 or 2026. What are you most excited for? Coming in 2025 How To Train Your Dragon based on the book by Cressida Cowell I...

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