Author: Katerina Papathanasiou

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Mont-Saint-Michel: 10 Essential Facts for Visitors

When most people think about striking French attractions, the Eiffel Tower or the Arc de Triomphe come to mind—what about the Mont-Saint-Michel, though? The Mont-Saint-Michel is an island commune that sits in the same bay (known as the Mont-Saint-Michel Bay) as Normandy and Brittany. Its stunning abbey has long been a famous Christian pilgrimage location and has now received the coveted title of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Jeanette Andrews Discusses ‘magi.cia.n’ in Exclusive Interview

Immerse yourself in a spellbinding realm where magic and art intertwine seamlessly, guided by the extraordinary Jeanette Andrews. From the tender age of four, Andrews has woven illusions and artistry into a breathtaking tapestry, earning accolades as a trailblazer in her field. Fresh off a triumphant, sold-out spectacle at MIT and crowned a 2023-2024 National Arts Club Fellow, Andrews is now set to unveil her latest opus, “magi.cia.n,” within the enchanting confines of the Boca Raton Museum of Art’s exhibition, “Smoke and Mirrors: Magical Thinking in Contemporary Art.”

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Snow Globes: From Surgical Tools to Hollywood Stardom

Snow globes are a staple in winter decorations, adorning millions of homes worldwide. There’s a good chance you have one sitting on your shelf right now. However, did you know that these whimsical items weren’t initially developed for decorative purposes? In fact, Erwin Perzy, frequently credited with creating the snow globe, designed the first one with the hope that it would serve as a useful surgical tool.