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  • Making a Hammer Dulcimer

    10/18/2025 5:47:12 PM PDT · by kawhill · 26 replies
    Smithsonian ^ | updated 10/97 | Sam Rizzetta
    Although the art of hammer dulcimer playing once appeared to be dying, a revival of interest has been slowly spreading in recent years. People unfamiliar with the dulcimer are pleasantly surprised by its clear, ringing tone and the animated dance of the player’s hands.
  • Monthly Cooking Thread - February 2020

    02/03/2020 5:31:28 PM PST · by Jamestown1630 · 146 replies
    I’m very sorry to be late with this monthly post; I’ve lost an old, very longtime friend over the past week; am dealing with a household issue; and am temporarily out of ideas. I’m tired of everything I cook; so I thought I’d open this February post up to the folks, to post their favorite recipe. Any – especially fresh, healthy – ideas? We lost someone else, last month, too. Many of you will remember Phyllis Stokes, whose recipes and videos we’ve often posted/discussed here. Phyllis passed away in late January, and her son posted this tribute and update: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJkP-eSyHbA...