Author Archives: silvermic
A Thought-Provoking Storyteller
What if you’d taken an oath–and then discovered that honoring your word meant devastating the people closest to you? That’s the dilemma in which Vickie Ramirez places her protagonist, in her new play, Stand-Off At Highway #37, which has its … Continue reading
Love and Trivia
For many people, reading is a lifelong passion. For author Dan McLaughlin, trivia adds to the fun–and the knowledge. In addition to being a playwright and author, Dan has been the local history librarian at the Pasadena Public Library for … Continue reading
Eclectic Guitar
Musician and songwriter Dave Osti grabs his guitar and travels. And the places to which he transports you can be as different as rush hour in downtown Los Angeles, and a summer evening in a Wisconsin backyard. Dave’s acoustic lyrics … Continue reading
Honoring Heritage, Creating the Future
In just under two hours, Pasadena celebrates Black History Month with its thirty-second annual Black History Parade and Festival. Jonathan Reed will be participating. And when the celebration’s over, he’s going to continue working to change what he sees. Jonathan, … Continue reading
Color, Warmth, and Sparkle
Patchwork quilts already have some special connotations. Frequently, they evoke memories of a family member who spent hours stitching–or friends who joined together to create a quilt as a special-occasion gift. Their patterns can be beautiful–and often intricate. The USC … Continue reading