Encouraged by the success of another type of music the Brown County fair this year as added Lobo, a nationally recognized singer with special interests to the young. Lobo writes and sings music applicable to all types of audiences, particularly the MOR (middle-of-the-road) and rock set. His ...

We all have our favorite types of stories. Many people love a good mystery. Others love a heartwarming romance. Some people prefer true crime or biography. Still others enjoy horror stories that make you want to leave the light on. Whatever your preference, there is benefit in ...

In the old days when clothes were sewn and mended at home instead of bought ready-made, spools of thread were household essentials. You would see a spool cabinet in any country store, usually on the counter. They were shaped like a miniature chest of drawers, with lettering on ...

Circulation of “things” in the New Ulm Public Library of Things has been phenomenal this summer. Board games, musical instruments and educational toys are flying off the shelves. To meet this demand and to keep our offerings fresh and appealing, we are adding many more items. Soon a decibel ...

Antique advertising and store signs are popular collectibles and decorations. Sometimes, the makers are as interesting as the subjects. This butcher’s sign, made of painted cast iron, sold for $1,188 at an auction by Cowan’s (Hindman). It was made by the Bernard Gloekler company. The ...

In North America, summer, especially late summer, is butterfly season. Multiple generations hatch as caterpillars grow, pupate and emerge to pollinate flowers and lay eggs of their own. If you would prefer a butterfly that lasts longer, they often appear in decorative arts and jewelry, like ...