Category Archives: Over Coffee
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
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
The “Scary” Side of Christmas
Ah, good old Saint Nicholas. A completely-benevolent figure, right? Wrong. In some European countries’ Christmas folklore, Saint Nicholas has a devil-like assistant: “Krampus”. And Krampus’ job description is punishing misbehaving children with switches–or even carting them away if they’ve been … Continue reading