didact's Journal

didact's journal first lines :   Books that open well immediately capture our attention. This journal contains many of the best of countless compelling openings. Have fun exploring . didact's journal : A  journal that provides moments of insight from diverse—and sometimes surprising--sources to provoke your thinking.  Each insight opens the door to deeper understanding and to connections among science, culture, history, mathematics, business, and personal mastery.

It's World Folklore Day .  So whether you think you saw a Snallygaster in the US or Baba Yaga in Ukraine or whether you dance Samba, Frevo, or Maracatu in Brazil, or enjoy dressing up in your traditional clothes, celebrate and enjoy your roots. What is World Folklore Day? "The term ‘folklore’ was first coined on August 22, 1846, when William John Thoms combined the words ‘folk’ and ‘lore.’ He defined the word as the “traditional knowledge of a people.” Because of this, countries worldwide chose to celebrate their folklore and folk traditions on August 22 every year."

A unique collection of publications not found anywhere else from all agencies of the US government.

  photo credit Perhaps the least known institution in DC is the  Chautauqua Institution . With an organizational presence in DC and a cultural center in southwest New York State, you might find  Washingtonians--especially maybe Georgetownians--in summer heading for culture and intellectual stimulation at the Chautauqua Center on Chautauqua Lake, NY. The Chautauqua Institution, founded in 1874, is a nonprofit education center and summer resort.  In the most connected city anywhere, only cultivated Washingtonians seem to be aware of it. Established as a training camp for Sunday school teachers by Methodist minister John Heyl Vincent and businessman Lewis Miller, it evolved into a hub for lifelong learning, cultural enrichment, and community engagement. The Institution promotes intellectual, social, and spiritual growth through programs like the Chautauqua Lecture Series and the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle, one of the oldest book clubs in the U.S., in...

  didact's journal   A  journal that provides moments of insight from diverse—and sometimes surprising--sources to provoke your thinking. Each insight opens the door to deeper understanding and to connections between science, culture, history, mathematics, business, and personal mastery. didact's journal first lines    Books that open well immediately capture our attention. This journal contains many of the best of countless compelling openings. Have fun exploring.

Kramer’s Bookstore With its selection of books, cozy cafe and restaurant, solarium patio, bar, and a history of visits from notables like Barack Obama and Maya  Angelou, Kramer’s Bookstore is an iconic D.C. institution. Open daily from 8am - 10pm (9pm on Sundays), it’s a gathering spot for locals, tourists, students, and politicians, hosting author events and serving as a community hub. Often crowded, it complements the Bohemian vibe of the Dupont Circle neighborhood. "Our menu is as eclectic as our book collections, serving Breakfast All Day and everything from Crab Deviled Eggs and Chicken & Waffles to Panzanella Salad and Goober Pie." Once you have a book, you need a coffee. Settle down in Kramer's cafe or solarium, or take a 3-minute walk to Dupont Coffee Collective. This Benefit Corporation brews locally roasted Swing’s Coffee using a La Marzocco Linea espresso machine, with a selection of sweet and savory treats like flaky chocolate croissants and cheese danishe...