A book about death and end-of-life issues may be the least likely book you would choose. And if I had known this was the topic I probably wouldn't have picked it up. But I had heard good things about the author, so I gave it a try. I'm so glad did. The book, Being Mortal, by Atul Gawande, is spectacular in so many ways. It is written by a doctor who is also a very good writer. He's honest and uses his experience as a surgeon to illustrate the shortcomings of the medical profession in...

Judy Darst was first to perform at the April 7 musicale, treating listeners to Nocturne no. 5, by John Field (1782-1837), and two pieces...

The music of Granados, Brahms, Rameau and Chopin -- along with a special presentation by Ed Ewing -- was enjoyed by 13 music lovers on...