It has been too long since I have written anything, so this is just an exercise in writing. I have been to the USA and back, and since today is the last day of summer, it seems fitting to write a relatively interesting post about my thoughts an reflections on life. September Here I sit …
My cultural experience model went off the rails in March when I was suddenly left unemployed with no prospects in Latvia. This came as a huge surprise to me, and even though I am relatively old, and I feel like I should be in a secure place in my life by now, I am not. …
Another trip to Liepāja revealing the cultural lights of the annual birthday festival.
Attending a concert of an unknown artist, should you do your research or just go in and be surprised?
One night in Liepāja makes an American joyful! See why. Date night? Dancing? What fun!
A visit to the Jelgava International Ice Sculpture Festival meant a fantastic night of art and culture under a full moon.
This week Jeff focuses on the Latvian museum of design where he saw the incredible woodwork of Jānis Straupe.
Another night of culture, this time in the form of music. First a classical/contemporary concert at the Riga Dome Church followed by a rock show at Depo bar.
A visit to the Latvian Museum of Art and a new movie make for a two-fer of cultural events for the week of January 8th.
The Museum of the Occupation of Latvia is worth a visit, but make sure you are emotionally prepared.