John Adams enjoyed a meal with his wife Abigail that included New England staples like poached salmon with egg sauce, green peas, and potatoes served 'in jackets'. For dessert, he likely enjoyed apple pandowdy, a baked fruit dessert sweetened with molasses rather than costly imported sugar.
This multicultural family-oriented festival combines Native American heritage with the diversity of New York City, featuring world dance and drumming traditions alongside Native American crafts.
The National Endowment for the Humanities has cancelled its grants for state humanities councils, severely impacting planning for community celebrations of America's 250th anniversary.
The Marin Symphony's December program, led by conductor Kevin Fox, offers a candlelit concert featuring the Marin Symphony Chamber Chorus and Marin Girls Chorus with traditional works and harp solos—providing a beautiful blend of classical music and holiday spirit that captures the essence of the festive season.
