It’s not only about the performance

What do notice when you read this reminiscence from Our State magazine Editor in Chief Elizabeth Hudson about her first theater experience? It’s only a few hundred words so go ahead and read it real quick. I’ll wait. It’s mostly NOT about what was on stage. It’s about the anticipation, the preparation, the surroundings, the … Continue reading It’s not only about the performance

Just Say Yes: Taylor Swift Fans and Museums in Vienna

When the Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna were canceled last weekend because of threats of violence, Viennese museums offered free admission and English-language tours to the fans who suddenly had time on their hands. This is a great example of putting mission first. The mission of the museums is to share their collections, exhibitions, and … Continue reading Just Say Yes: Taylor Swift Fans and Museums in Vienna

New approaches to going out

My social media feed has popped up with not-serious-but-serious messages like this one: And one I neglected to screenshot that was to the effect of, “why do libraries close in the evenings? I don’t want to go to a bar, I don’t want to go to a club. I want to sit with a few … Continue reading New approaches to going out