Today I am largely taking a break from writing about politics. Instead, I will share a little about my weekend, though there are some political notes to be made here as well.
I made a German style cake I made over the weekend– a Marmorkuchen, or marble cake. I don’t have a bundt pan, so special credit goes to the Urbandale Public Library for what turned out to be an impressive selection of cookware. I don’t know the exact funding streams for UPL specifically, but many libraries get local, state, and/or federal funding, which is currently in jeopardy as the Trump administration is trying to cut the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
I would happily accept suggestions for what baking project to try next – bonus points for European pastries.
We also made the trek to see Stink Floyd in bloom. I always love to visit Reiman Gardens – their winter light show is fantastic as well the butterfly garden. Again, I am not sure exactly what the underlying source for Reiman Gardens is, but as 40% of their funding is from Iowa State, I imagine this is wonderful facility is also supported by some government expenditures.
I do have to say, the smell of Stink Floyd was definitely noticeable, but I found it similar to roasted Brussels sprouts.
Overall, it was a fun weekend, and I hope you enjoy the few pictures I took of the weekend.
Sources:
https://action.everylibrary.org/where_does_public_library_funding_come_from
Continuing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy – The White House
https://reimangardens.com/stink-floyd-corpse-plant
Winter Wonderscape – Reiman Gardens
Reiman Gardens Strategic Plan Executive Summary
Have a good day everyone!
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