Last weekend we visited Newburyport, Massachusetts and were charmed by its beauty and history. Newburyport, nestled on the picturesque shores of the Atlantic Ocean just…

Valentine's Day, celebrated annually on February 14th, has evolved over centuries into a day dedicated to expressing love and affection. The origins of this romantic…

Valentine’s Day is almost upon us and our focus turns to lips. Lips undergo various changes with age, and what makes them appear luscious is…

“Benjamin” is more than a face on a one hundred dollar bill! Benjamin Franklin's birthday, earlier this month, give us an opportune moment to reflect…

In my role as the Consul for the Republic of Latvia in Southern California, in conjunction with the Estonian Consul and our respective communities

Most Americans alive today have not had the personal experience of racism that existed in America between the Civil War and the 1950’s

As we usher in the New Year, we reflect on the incredible journey of 2023, a year that has been nothing short of extraordinary, thanks…

New Year's Eve and New Year's Day in America are celebrated with various traditions and customs. Here are some of the common ones:

As we watched our grandchildren eagerly unwrap their Christmas presents, we were transported back in time to our own childhoods.

Last week, the OCPS Team began our Holy Season by enjoying Handel’s Messiah at Symphony Hall – another spectacular performance by our very own Pacific…