Raise your hand if you think you hate Valentine’s Day. Now put it down if what you really hate are those chalk-tasting, pastel-colored heart candies inscribed with cheesy messages like “Be Mine” and “I Luv You”. And rest your arm if you if your aversion to Cupid is at all related to an unrequited love… Continue reading Editorial: Love, Actually
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The History of Valentine's Day
Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday? The history of Valentine’s Day – and its patron saint – is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February… Continue reading The History of Valentine's Day
Focus On…Books
Reading for pleasure – do you remember what that is? Do you remember the last time you read anything that wasn’t in case format? Do you pick up a paperback and automatically flip to the back to subtract out the exhibits to see how many pages you actually have to read? If so, it is… Continue reading Focus On…Books
