Friday, October 26, 2018

Story Round-Up: Features in The Herald-News, Oct. 21 through Oct. 26

Videos.

A lot of videos.

That's what makes this weekly story roundup different from its brothers and sisters.

Well, that and a collection of vampire-themed recipes.

I took most of the videos on Oct. 12 when I served as "principal for the day" at Hufford Junior High School in Joliet. Read the descriptions as you might with any of the stories and click on the ones that appeal to you.

Tomorrow is a working Saturday because Tuesday is reserved for doctor's appointments. However, last Saturday was so productive in tackling miscellaneous projects, I'm fine with it.

Eventually, Colleen Robbins will be meeting with me to discuss her editorial notes on Before the Blood. And I don't want any lingering projects to distract me from tackling those final edits.

And because there is plenty here to read, watch, and make (because you gotta try at least one recipe), I'll stop right here.

Hope your Friday is merry and not scary, readers, writers and vampire fans! :)

Art of the BryonySeries

Finally, an exhibit of BryonySeries-related art by four of the artists who created book covers and interior illustrations for books in the BryonySeries art is currently on display at the Book and Bean Cafe in Joliet through the month of October.

To round out the week of the artist's exhibit photos, I'm including a link to a baker's dozen worth of photos that don't fall under one particular theme but really highlight the culture of the cafe, all due to Tammy Duckworth.

Tammy, the cafe's owner, is also an artist. She hosts art classes at the cafe and displays, two months at a time, the artwork of local artists, partly because she "doesn't like bare walls."

For more information on the book and Bean Cafe, visit https://www.facebook.com/BookAndBeanCafe/.

And now, here's where to find me on social media and links to this weeks's feature stories.

Non-bylined features:

Monday through Saturday I assembled my non-bylined works - brief posts and calendar listings - into one convenient file and posting them on Facebook in the evening, so readers can easily choose the ones they want to read.

 One can also find those event listings, the Gotta Do It calendar, as well as the pets, health, faith, and arts and entertainment calendars, under the sections tab on the left hand side of http://www.theherald-news.com/. Click on "features" and the topics drop down.  Gotta Do It runs under "people."

Community news? Again, under the sections tab, under features, and by topic. Updates are posted on these days in print and web (and some only on web on other days as I have the time): Monday (pets), Tuesday (health), Thursday (faith), Friday (arts and entertainment), and Sunday (people).

Social media:

Daily updates: I do post the briefs and calendars on Twitter during the week, so you're welcome to follow me at @Denise_Unland61.

BryonySeries stuff: I post curated content relating to the BryonySeries at @BryonySeries. And assorted related content at www.facebook.com/BryonySeries. And of course, please follow the adventures of Bertrand the Mouse on Instagram at bertrand_bryonyseries.

If you're a writer anywhere in the world, you're welcome to jon WriteOn Joliet's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/writeonminooka/?ref=bookmarks. We're based in Joliet, Illinois, but we love to meet and interact with writers outside our area, too.

Upcoming events: 

These are listed here: https://www.bryonyseries.com/fetes-and-feasts

Books and Such

Information on my books (including where to buy) along with upcoming events is at www.bryonyseries.com.

Thank you for reading The Herald-News. And for reading this blog. And if you've read (or plan to read) any of my books. Your support is greatly appreciated.


Meetings, parachute drops, literacy How I spent my morning as 'principal' at Hufford Junior High School in Joliet


I attended Catholic schools and I home-schooled my kids.


So when Larry Crawford, truancy specialist at Joliet Public Schools District 86, sent me an invitation to participate in the district’s “Principal for a Day” program on Oct. 12, I definitely wanted to do it.

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/20/63152889f7b64173a8ca99c2d6f2c15a/index.xml


Gone Not Forgotten: Joliet woman pays tribute to special German shepherd 


"He went everywhere with me," Tammy Pyzek said. "He was such an easy dog for me. He just wanted to go and needed stuff to do."

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/21/06664921e5374840a120c1bb8f178b45/index.xml


Whisking It Up: Make elegant chocolate truffles
Joliet Junior College chef instructor Andy Chlebana will demonstrate in 'Whisking It Up'

Check out this step-by-step photo guide and then watch the video at www.theherald-news.com/video.



VIDEO: Whisking it Up with JJC: Dark Chocolate Truffles 

Joliet Junior College chef instructor Andy Chlebana shows how to make chocolate truffles.

https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/198435ff-2890-44e9-a30e-890546dbaca2.html


Once again, they're talking turkey
Methodist churches in Channahon, Minooka and Morris are hosting their annual turkey suppers  

One church started hosting these suppers in the 1920s. Another church is hosting its 51st supper. Why are they so popular?

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/23/22f6b51ac2864ad9a539c336cbb3409a/index.xml


'Vampire' tomato soup has a nice 'bite'
Pair with monster-shaped sandwiches 

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/25/33d9213d353c47eb9b2bb37ef8b88244/index.xml


A Halloween salad so nutritious, it's scary 

Complete with "eyes" and "fingers."

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/25/81c56f3be87446faa0f4bb7209492b80/index.xml


Vampire milk shakes is a scrumptious meld of chocolate, vanilla and strawberry

For the serious sweet tooth.

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/25/9901471281f34849bb3a8391195967f9/index.xml


'Vampire' meatballs are served in a tangy red sauce

Perfect for dinner, a party appetizer, or a late night "bite."

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/25/f140e67f588a4e439e3a1f23f6eee276/index.xml


Cherry, brandy sauce on a dark chocolate and cherry cake is sure to please

Chocolate decadence for the grownups.

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/25/eee86ac42d7145fcaf1a4e520a5e943a/index.xml


Combine a variety of red beverages to make a 'vampire's kiss' drink for adults

Because why should kids have all the fun?

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/25/e06e9784808b4ee9a9bb3e44245fa9d0/index.xml


Chocolate bat cookies are fun and easy to make

Bake some today!

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/25/cdcf53905b9446f2b2f8f129007e7efc/index.xml


Artworks: Channahon woman swaps 'girly' look for "ghouly' one

For the other 364 days of the year, Allison Goldtrap of Channahon is a quiet veterinary technology student at Joliet Junior College and vet tech assistant at Lockport Animal Hospital.

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2018/10/23/2330a4d4d08d49f9a449f858647a2a12/index.xml


LocalLit author spotlight: Kevin Trusty of Joliet is back

Trusty said: "I work as a digital content manager so I'm writing all day, every day. But I especially love the art of storytelling. It feels natural to me, almost like it's what I should be doing." 

https://www.theherald-news.com/2018/10/25/locallit-author-spotlight-kevin-trusty-of-joliet-is-back/ar8zkn3/



"PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY" VIDEOS


VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Kyle Sartain 

Hufford Junior High School principal Kyle Sartain gives the one reason why he likes junior high school.



VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Shavon Pittman 

Hufford Junior High School assistant principal Shavon Pittman explains a key role teachers at her school play. 



VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Theresa R. Rouse and U.S. Congressman Bill Foster, D-Naperville

Theresa R. Rouse recaps the day, U.S. Congressman Bill Foster, D-Naperville points to the one factor that makes a school successful.



VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Larry Crawford

Larry Crawford, truancy specialist for Joliet Public Schools District 86, delivers the invocation before the lunch during the district's "Principal for a Day" program.



VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Singing with the Preschoolers 1

Joliet Public Schools District 86 join the preschool students at Marycrest school in a song.



VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Singing with the Preschoolers 2 

Preschool students at Marycrest School lead Joliet Public School District 86's guest principals in a song about friendship.



VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Carmen Carter

Carmen Carter of Carter Realty Group describes the type of leadership she witnessed as Principal for a Day at Joliet Public Schools District 86.



VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Leslie Newbon

Leslie Newbon of Silver Cross Hospital why she thought "organized" during her time as Principal for a Day at Joliet Public Schools District 86.



VIDEO: Principal for Day: Tycee Bell

Tycee Bell of Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, who graduated from Eisenhower Academy, shares her experience at returning to the school as Principal for a Day



VIDEO: Principal for a Day: ReShawn Howard

ReShawn Howard, Will County Executive Office, recaps her experiences as a Principal for a Day at Joliet Public Schools District 86.



VIDEO: Principal for a Day: L. Marie Asad

L. Marie Asad, BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois, shares the top question students asked about her when she served as Principal for a Day at Joliet Public Schools District 86.

https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/36de14ae-6eb5-4606-9966-fd97bdc23268.html


VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Sidney Sklar

Sidney Sklar, University of St. Francis, tells why enjoyed reading to children when he served as Principal for a Day at Joliet Public Schools District 86.

https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/ca18f3ce-eb83-43c2-89fa-4a632da0f7e8.html


VIDEO: Principal for a Day: Taryn Fears

Taryn Fears, Greater Joliet Area YMCA, describes what she saw at the Thompson Center hen she served as Principal for a Day at Joliet Public Schools District 86.

https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/3e2b0aba-990e-45bb-b81a-7348d1d53e8b.html



Illustration by Matt Coundiff for "Visage." Follow him at www.facebook.com/artbymattcoundiff

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