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Ode to the Stinking RoseIf you've ever driven through - or even near - the town of Gilroy, California, you know what they're famous for: garlic. Now in its 33rd year, The Gilroy Garlic Festival features all things garlic... including garlic ice cream. ... read more
An ode to Harry Potter
AP Photo Nearly two weeks after the movie release of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Pt. II," the final installment of the massive Harry Potter franchise, wizarding fans across the globe are still running to the theaters to ... read more
An Ode to Borders: Will New Bookstores Emerge?
By bobcornwall, BLOGCRITICS.ORG I remember the first time I ever entered a Borders bookstore. It was in suburban Kansas City. I was amazed at the size of this store and the breadth of its coverage. Now this wasn't the biggest bookstore I'd ever entered ... read more