The music groups whose songs I've been cranking up this week all happen to have animal references. Here is a set of songs from The Honeydogs, Dr Dog and Gorillaz. What music have you been jamming to lately? Read more →

For some reason, I'm more passionate than usual about this week's Monday Music post featuring new music from The Shins, Heartless Bastards and Andrew Bird. I hope you enjoy these songs as much as I do, and I look forward to hearing your latest favorites. Read more →

Today's music post features a collection of songs that grew on me the more I heard them, including "Honolulu Blues" from Craig Finn's solo effort, Delta Spirit's "California" and "Surgeon" by St. Vincent. What songs have turned from so-so to favorites for you? Read more →

In honor of Presidents' Day, today's Monday Music post features songs for and to presidents from the Marshall Tucker Band, Mason Jennings, and Billy Bragg & Wilco. What's on your President's Day playlist? Read more →

What ELSE (Explore Learn Share Etc.) Wednesday Much of today's What ELSE entry centers on kids, from their creativity to their performances: Since I wrote this post last fall, I have been pondering the topic of promoting creativity and innovative thinking in children. Exploring this stack of library books has... Read more →