It was a dark and stormy afternoon at Joliet's first "Panic at the Plaza" event.
Despite our canopy, the rains and and the winds were relentless.
And yet, the artists were stoic and brave.
Watch these two videos and see for yourself. And have a great weekend readers, writers, and BryonySeries fans. Happy November!
Social media:
Check out the progress he has made so far. Each square is hand-built. And be sure to "hover" your hand over the first square. Note: this only works (so far) with the desktop version.
But he's also made A LOT of changes to the website. So be sure to roam around a bit.
These Joliet-area pets aren't shy about dressing up in costumes
See our collection of dressed-up dogs - and one cat.
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/21/these-joliet-area-pets-arent-shy-about-dressing-up-in-costumes/d4jk5yp/
An Extraordinary Life: 'A straight-shooter all the way'
Joliet native stuck to his principles and never wavered
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/22/an-extraordianry-life-a-straight-shooter-all-the-way/d60nshu/
'They were dying that fast'
Unknown Joliet victims of 1918 influenza pandemic to be memorialized
Prayers and a plaque are part of tomorrow's dedication at Holy Cross Cemetery.
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/27/they-were-dying-that-fast/dyak381/
VIDEO: Joliet victims of 1918 influenza pandemic to be memorialized
Jack Gorski explains why it's important you attend, even if you are not connected to anyone in Holy Cross cemetery or the pandemic.
https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/d2c20a1d-4eb0-4a1a-bd02-cd4ae2cbf1ca.html
Learn about lung cancer screening on Nov. 12 in Joliet
Are you or a loved one at risk?
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/14/learn-about-lung-cancer-screening-on-nov-12-in-joliet/dygud6p/
Joliet-area chefs pair popular sweets with the right beer and wine Chefs pair popular sweets with the right beer and wine
For the 21 and over crowd
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/30/joliet-area-chefs-pair-popular-sweets-with-the-right-beer-and-wine/ap41r9a/
Joliet-area resident share their best scary recipes
Five frightful ways to bring variety to your dinner table.
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/30/joliet-area-resident-share-their-best-scary-recipes/du4irep/
VIDEO: Timbers of Shorewood saves Halloween
The senior living facility opens its doors to the community for trick or treat.
And did you see that cat???
https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/456ded0a-c0ab-4d6d-8242-6da055d54e84.html
A creative relationship with God
United Methodist Church of #NewLenox is offering 'The Artist's Way, a different kind of 12-step program
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/31/a-creative-relationship-with-god/dvaz3dd/
Joliet lay contemplative shares art and reflection for All Saints Day
For a deeper story and two videos, click on the links in the story, too.
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/28/joliet-lay-contemplative-shares-art-and-reflection-for-all-saints-day/d5cndxy/
Despite our canopy, the rains and and the winds were relentless.
And yet, the artists were stoic and brave.
Watch these two videos and see for yourself. And have a great weekend readers, writers, and BryonySeries fans. Happy November!
VIDEO: Voodoo Creations braves the elements in Joliet
VIDEO: DISC Incense: hand-dipped scents in Joliet
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):
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:
Once Timothy Baran is done updating this page, these will listed here: https://www.bryonyseries.com/fetes-and-feasts.
Check out the progress he has made so far. Each square is hand-built. And be sure to "hover" your hand over the first square. Note: this only works (so far) with the desktop version.
But he's also made A LOT of changes to the website. So be sure to roam around a bit.
Books and Such
Information on my books (including where to buy) along with upcoming events is at www.bryonyseries.com. Again, Timothy is in the process of updating the website, so all titles may not appear. If you have any questions, email me at bryonyseries@gmail.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.
These Joliet-area pets aren't shy about dressing up in costumes
See our collection of dressed-up dogs - and one cat.
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/21/these-joliet-area-pets-arent-shy-about-dressing-up-in-costumes/d4jk5yp/
An Extraordinary Life: 'A straight-shooter all the way'
Joliet native stuck to his principles and never wavered
"Bob [Trizna] was an extremely principled person," Mike Hansen wrote in an email. "He believed extremely strongly in right and wrong and
doing the right thing all of the time.He would never compromise his integrity
or character."
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/22/an-extraordianry-life-a-straight-shooter-all-the-way/d60nshu/
'They were dying that fast'
Unknown Joliet victims of 1918 influenza pandemic to be memorialized
Prayers and a plaque are part of tomorrow's dedication at Holy Cross Cemetery.
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/27/they-were-dying-that-fast/dyak381/
VIDEO: Joliet victims of 1918 influenza pandemic to be memorialized
Jack Gorski explains why it's important you attend, even if you are not connected to anyone in Holy Cross cemetery or the pandemic.
https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/d2c20a1d-4eb0-4a1a-bd02-cd4ae2cbf1ca.html
Learn about lung cancer screening on Nov. 12 in Joliet
Are you or a loved one at risk?
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/14/learn-about-lung-cancer-screening-on-nov-12-in-joliet/dygud6p/
Joliet-area chefs pair popular sweets with the right beer and wine Chefs pair popular sweets with the right beer and wine
For the 21 and over crowd
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/30/joliet-area-chefs-pair-popular-sweets-with-the-right-beer-and-wine/ap41r9a/
Joliet-area resident share their best scary recipes
Five frightful ways to bring variety to your dinner table.
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/30/joliet-area-resident-share-their-best-scary-recipes/du4irep/
VIDEO: Timbers of Shorewood saves Halloween
The senior living facility opens its doors to the community for trick or treat.
And did you see that cat???
https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/456ded0a-c0ab-4d6d-8242-6da055d54e84.html
A creative relationship with God
United Methodist Church of #NewLenox is offering 'The Artist's Way, a different kind of 12-step program
"It [the program] has a lot of different insights into
our creativity and ways to go beyond that," Rick Johnston, a retired elementary
school teacher and participant, said. "Seeing, pondering something and thinking are often
seen as wasting time, but it's often very creative."
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/31/a-creative-relationship-with-god/dvaz3dd/
Joliet lay contemplative shares art and reflection for All Saints Day
For a deeper story and two videos, click on the links in the story, too.
https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/10/28/joliet-lay-contemplative-shares-art-and-reflection-for-all-saints-day/d5cndxy/
LocalLit book spotlight: 'Did I Ever Thank You, Sister?' by
former Joliet resident Sal Di Leo
Former Joliet resident Sal Di Leo wrote a book to
commemorate the Joliet Franciscans who helped raise him when Di Leo lived at
the former orphanage at Guardian Angel Home in Joliet.
He also built a religious retreat as a way to honor them.
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