Wood River Museum Collections Specialist Ellie Norman recommends the film, Melancholia, written and directed by Lars von Trier. Lars von Trier's Melancholia (2011, R) is a cinematic exploration of despair and impending doom, framed within the intricate psyche of two sisters, Justine (Kirsten Dunst) and Claire (Charlotte Gainsbourg). The narrative unfolds in two parts: Justine's wedding day and the days leading up to the collision of the planet Melancholia with Earth. Von Trier … [Read more...] about Film Review: Melancholia
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Book Review: Tenía Que Sobrevivir
Gold Mine Processing Associate, Ingrid Roman, recommends Tenía Que Sobrevivir (I had to Survive) by Roberto Canessa and Pablo Vierci Tenía Que Sobrevivir is a narrative based on a real-life event of an airplane crash in the Andes mountains. In 1972, a Uruguayan rugby team was traveling to Chile with forty-five passengers aboard when an aviation error changed the fate of the whole team. Many died, but the remaining survivors were in the midst of nowhere with limited to no resources. To … [Read more...] about Book Review: Tenía Que Sobrevivir
The 1910 Ketchum Women’s Baseball Team
By Brigid Miller, Museum Community Engagement Manager In the US, the month of March is celebrated as Women’s History Month, and International Women’s Day is recognized on the 8th of March this year. The Wood River Valley has been shaped by incredible women past and present, and in this feature, I wanted to highlight a group of women from our collection. Also occurring in March is the start of baseball season, from the MLB to little leagues across the country. Pictured here is the … [Read more...] about The 1910 Ketchum Women’s Baseball Team
Book Review: The Story of Art without Men
Director of the Center for Regional History, Mary Tyson, recommends The Story of Art without Men by Katy Hessel. I first became aware of Katy Hessel’s work as an art historian through her podcast. The Great Women Artists Podcast sprung to life in 2019. it grew out of Hessel’s Instagram account with a similar name, “Great Women Artists.” Since 2015, Hessel has celebrated female artists daily, by sharing images of artwork from old masters to young graduate students. Her podcast is one of my … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Story of Art without Men
Book Review: Rich Dad Poor Dad
Gold Mine Product Quality Manager Daniel Velasco recommends Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki. Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki challenges conventional beliefs about money and wealth. The author shares insights from two fathers, his own “poor dad” a well-educated but financially struggling government worker and his friend’s “rich dad,” a successful businessman and real estate investor. Throughout the stories of his two father figures, Kiyosaki highlights the importance of … [Read more...] about Book Review: Rich Dad Poor Dad
StoryWalk® on the Wood River Trail
Every year, The Community Library collaborates with the Blaine County Recreation District (BCRD) and the Hailey Public Library to bring StoryWalk® to the Wood River Trail. This unique activity merges the joy of reading with the beauty of the outdoors, providing a delightful experience for families and individuals alike. The 2024 StoryWalk® in Ketchum featured Just One Flake by Travis Jonker and could be viewed between 6th Street and Wood River Drive. Each page was presented in both English … [Read more...] about StoryWalk® on the Wood River Trail
