Bill Dotterweich: The Hundredth AnniversaryMy father, Bill Dotterweich, was born 100 years ago today. The Twenties were still roaring when he came into the world in Nutley, New…Oct 16Oct 16
Remembering Jonathan Billheimer 1970–2024“Beautiful Jonathan”, he came to be known among my family, but he never knew it. He’d have objected strongly, but it was objectively true…May 16May 16
Dreams and Windows: Contemplating Character at the William King Museum of ArtJul 5, 20231Jul 5, 20231
Circles and Roots: A Visit to Eric Drummond Smith’s “Big Ugly Hullabaloo”When you go, pay attention to the circles. I’ve known Eric Drummond Smith and his art for many years, I’ve admired his work when displayed…Feb 7, 2023Feb 7, 2023
“You too?” Remembering Michael Morgan, 1948–2022I have always loved old books, and they have played a significant role in my academic life; so when I had an email several years ago from…Jan 13, 20231Jan 13, 20231
A Victory Cigar for Dr Andy HoltToday, I placed a cigar on the portrait of my grandfather, Andrew D. Holt, that hangs in my office. I felt that he needed to join in the…Oct 19, 2022Oct 19, 2022
A Happy Den of Weirdos: HollerhouseHollerhouse makes me happy. I think that has to be the first thing I say, and probably the last as well. I’ll explain the reasons, but the…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
Cool music for hot weather: Symphony of the Mountains, 24 July 2022One of the things I have looked forward to in our return from Ireland and Scotland is a delightful summer concert from the Symphony of the…Jul 25, 2022Jul 25, 2022
The Dotterweich Christmas Letter for 2021, by Michael the CatMy dear readers,Dec 25, 2021Dec 25, 2021