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Noguchi Unrivaled

Isamu Noguchi is a renaissance man. He is an artist that should be as well known as any of the greats, from DaVinci to Diego Rivera to Brancusi, whose work set him on a path. Noguchi’s story and passion is relevant and urgent now.

Visit the Noguchi museum in midwinter is to see the sculpture onto themselves. The peace and the vibe make this a four season museum and worthy of multiple trips. Noguchi work is also featured around the US, Mexico, Israel, Japan and several other countries.

A new exhibit, “Noguchi’s New York” opens February 4.

Workhorse

Why I picked it up? I found it through TheNew York Times’ book review, snagged by the headline, “The Last Gasp of Magazine Glamour as seen from the Bottom Rung.”

Author: Caroline Palmer
Published: 2025

Saint-Vincent Tournante

For the past 81 years, the people of Burgundy have had an annual celebration for the patron saint of winegrowers, Saint Vincent. Each January, the host village changes, providing an opportunity for each of the ~50 communities to demonstrate their Burgundian pride, hospitality, and range of wines.