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Inga’s Bar. Restaurant Review.

"Don't judge me. I had the Duck Poutine Croquettes
with aioli, not once, but two times.
Review by Sandra Novick.

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Wanting. Hot chocolate in Belgium. By Sandra Novick.

Wanting. Hot chocolate in Belgium. By Sandra Novick.

Hearing in a Deaf World. My Story. Part 1. By Donna Wetjen.

Hearing in a Deaf World. My Story. Part 1. By Donna Wetjen.

Maureen Dowd shares James Carville’s strategy for the Democratic nomination.

Maureen Dowd shares James Carville’s strategy for the Democratic nomination.

Hummingbird Recipe. Cherry-Vodka Slush. Happy July 4th Weekend. By Tina Folks

Hummingbird Recipe. Cherry-Vodka Slush. Happy July 4th Weekend. By Tina Folks

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Wanting.
Wanting.

Hot Chocolate in Belgium

Plus a new prologue. Yup, there’s more. A life lesson, a meditation, and more. One of our main sources of unhappiness is "wanting." By Sandra Novick.

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Hearing in a Deaf World
Hearing in a Deaf World

My Story. Part One.

“People tend to be surprised that deaf culture is a ‘thing,’ but it is…I invite you into the world I grew up in, as a hearing child.” By Donna Wetjen

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A Memory
A Memory

The Smell of Love.

"With ignorance and earnestness, she killed every plant she tried to grow, but she couldn’t stop mint from thriving." A beautiful story, by Ann V. Pogue

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North Fork - Brooklyn - Sag Harbor

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North Fork

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Sag Harbor

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Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore
Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore


July 4th, 1900. Episode 2.

The first Fourth of July of the Century. Historical fiction series by Mary Ann DiLorenzo. Follow Jacob Strong and his family as they experience life in the new century in rural Kansas.

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Life Short. The Big Tease
Life Short. The Big Tease

Variable Spring Weather

And I so wanted to take my daily walk. A humorous lament by Lynda Bernard.

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Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore
Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore


Aunt Daisy & Caleb. Episode 1.

Aunt Daisy finds true happiness. The perfect segue to this new historical fiction series by Mary Ann DiLorenzo. Follow Jacob Strong and his family as they experience the life during the turn of the century in rural Kansas.

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Food.

Recipes, Restaurants & More

Food
Inga’s Bar. Restaurant Review.
Inga’s Bar. Restaurant Review.

Inga’s Bar

A neighborhood restaurant where designer and partner Caron Callahan and James Beard award-nominated chef Sean Rembold have created a winning concept. Review by Sandra Novick.

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Hummingbird Recipe
Hummingbird Recipe

Peach Salsa!

What could be better than one recipe from Donna Wetjen? Two recipes from Donna! Peach Salsa! And a bonus recipe…. Cumin + Coriander Rubbed Pork Chops.

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Restaurant Review
Restaurant Review

The Bell & Anchor

A local Sag Harbor waterside seafood restaurant you are likely to love. Review by Sandra Novick

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Hummingbird Recipe.
Hummingbird Recipe.

Gazpacho. A recipe from Peconic Land Trust’s Quail Hill Farm.

Sweet, gorgeous & delicious! Tomatoes are coming into season everywhere on the East End. And few things are more enjoyable on a hot summer evening than gazpacho, made from farm fresh ingredients. Bon appétit from Quail Hill Farm!

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Hummingbird Weekly Quote 2024 Edition

Hummingbird Weekly Quote 2024 Edition

Book Shorts, Reviews in a Nutshell. The Jealousy Man and Other Stories by Jo Nesbø. Review by Barry Novick

Book Shorts, Reviews in a Nutshell. The Jealousy Man and Other Stories by Jo Nesbø. Review by Barry Novick

Featured Poem: Symptom Recital by Dorothy Parker. Curated by Lynda Bernard

Featured Poem: Symptom Recital by Dorothy Parker. Curated by Lynda Bernard

Travel Series: Dublin at a Glance. Travel Guide: Sarah Ehrenson

Travel Series: Dublin at a Glance. Travel Guide: Sarah Ehrenson

Afternoon Reflection. Post 22. A Series by Barry Novick

Afternoon Reflection. Post 22. A Series by Barry Novick