Gerri's blog
“The Poison of Unspeakable Things”: Parade and the Leo Frank Case
This essay was written during the production run of "Parade," at the Ford's Theater, September 23-October 30, 2011. Another version appears on the Ford's website.
“The Poison of Unspeakable Things”: Parade and the Leo Frank Case
by Gerri Williams
The Center for Sustainability
The Center for Sustainability combines the expertise and experience of Cooperative Extension educators to support, expand, and nourish the capabilities of DC residents to thrive. As part of the University of the District of Columbia’s College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability, and Environmental Science, the Center’s programs use both formal and non-formal education to foster practical skills as well as maintain the District’s natural well-being.
Water Resources Research Institute "Water Highlights," Vol. 5, No 1
This quarterly publication covers the research, teaching, and institutional partnership activities of the Water Resources Research Institute (WRRI) at the University of the District of Columbia. WRRI activities focus on the uses, quality, and management of the water and aquatic life of the Anacostia River and Potomac River watersheds. WRRI is one of the 54 state water institutes established by the U.S. government's Water Resources Research Act of 1964.
"Water Highlights," Vol. 5, No. 1 was published in September 2011.
Take Shelter
Brain Storms
“I’m afraid something’s coming – something that’s not right. I can’t explain it. I just need you to believe it.”
The Fountainhead
Elevated
If you are one of the 16 or so people who has seen the recent release of Atlas Shrugged: Part I, you’ll be heartened to know there’s another Ayn Rand film to enjoy while you’re waiting for the next Atlas installment (but don’t hold your breath). That film is The Fountainhead, released in 1949.
The Prince's Speech
The best recent news from Britain was not the royal nuptials beamed across the world. The best news had to do with feeding the world, the viability of rural communities, and preserving farmland for future generations--and it came from the groom’s father.
Black Gold
Occasionally I read a news item that reminds me of the struggles ahead to secure a sustainable future in my urban corner of the world, the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
