The Consualia was one of the ancient Roman festivals held in honor of Consus, the god of grain storage and harvest. This celebration,...

Vinalia Rustica was an ancient Roman festival celebrated on August 19th, primarily dedicated to Jupiter, the king of the gods, and Venus,...

Tu B'Av, celebrated on August 18th, is often referred to as the Jewish Day of Love. While it may not be as widely recognized as...

Portunalia was an ancient Roman festival dedicated to Portunus, the god of harbors, keys, and gates. This holiday, celebrated on August...

Cassandra Khaw’s Nothing But Blackened Teeth  is a haunting novella that lingers long after you’ve turned the final page. Set in a...

Every year on August 16th, thrill-seekers and amusement park enthusiasts across the United States celebrate National Roller Coaster Day....

The Interpretation of Pictorial Arts in Art History When we examine the different forms of art, it is easy to see how architecture and...

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire  is a thrilling return to form for the iconic franchise, capturing the spirit (pun intended) of the originals...

Welcome back to another Wednesday Weekly Recipe Share! This week, we're diving into a simple yet delicious breakfast option that's...

Nemoralia, also known as the Festival of Torches or Hecatean Ides, was an ancient Roman festival held in honor of the goddess Diana, the...

In the vibrant history of ancient Roman religion, few deities commanded as much respect and admiration as Hercules, the demi-god of...

Every year on August 11th, the world comes together to celebrate Hip Hop Day, a day dedicated to honoring the music, culture, and...

Falling Down , the first installment in Guillermo del Toro's serialized novel The Boy in the Iron Box , is a gripping introduction that...

In 2023 I wrote a Vella titled Incredibly Strange & Completely Random Holidays. Initially, I wanted to focus on ancient holidays but the...

Hello, culinary adventurers! Welcome back to our weekly recipe share, where I bring delicious and innovative dishes straight to your...

What does a long overdue vacation provide? A Collector's Edition hardcover copy of The Witching! I've only been talking about it for a...

Portraiture is one of the most compelling genres in the history of art. It has been used for millennia to capture the essence, likeness,...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) continues to expand its horizons with the much-anticipated "Deadpool & Wolverine," the 34th...

Good morning my honored patrons! This post is long overdue as it is now August and my trip to the Carnegie Science Center was back in...

The Festival of Thoth, also known as the Thoth Festival, was a significant religious celebration in ancient Egypt dedicated to Thoth, the...