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The new year is ushering in the good, the bad and the ugly of wine trends. Some of the following will no doubt fall into more than one category.

“The Book Of Mormon” is an explosion of fantastic talent and super entertainment. Here is one show you are guaranteed to get your money's worth. The performers put forth such amazing talent and energy. The original production received nine 2011 Tony awards. The cast in this production is spot-on with outstanding performances by every person who tirelessly steps on the Curran stage.

Americans, dependent on the products of science, seemingly

Award-winning writer Lee Hall knows his way around words. He has given us the superb "Billy Elliott" and co-wrote the screenplay for the heart-wrenching "War Horse." His smooth dialogue for "The Pitman Painters" flows with his usual glib, natural depth for the subject at hand. This bittersweet, humorous piece tells the true story about a grungy group of coal miners who decide to enhance their drab lives. With great trepidation, they decide to participate in (government supplied) art appreciation classes, never thinking they would eventually become famous and in demand in the art world.

Morgan Hill is a wonderful place to live. The climate is pleasant; the small town ambiance is inviting, and access to beaches, mountains, and big city culture is easy. But, like all of California, it is a dangerous place to live. There is a constant threat looming of damage from earthquakes, floods, wildfires and man-made destruction such as train-derailments.

I'm a bit of stickler when it comes to the importance of

You know that indefinable allure you feel toward something you don’t have? But you want? Sure, we’ve all salivated over that certain “je ne sais quoi” epitomized by expensive homes and automobiles or luxury trips to exotic lands. I get that. But really. An old teacup and saucer? Perhaps I should explain.

If you use Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter, you may have wondered what happens when users die. Are profiles immortal? Are memories lost? Few users really know.