@melg20.bsky.social
Teacher, Amateur Historian, Mother of 4, Silent Films, Classic Horror, the Outdoors, Cooking
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Thinking about Tom Hatten (born Nov 14, 1926) on what would’ve been his 99th birthday. My love of #oldmovies is a direct result of watching KTLA's Family Film Festival on Saturday afternoons.
Hatten discussing "The Long, Long Trailer," #LucilleBall & #DesiArnaz: youtu.be/3aUaUCJJaHQ?... #FilmSky
Hatten discussing "The Long, Long Trailer," #LucilleBall & #DesiArnaz: youtu.be/3aUaUCJJaHQ?... #FilmSky
Tom Hatten screening "The Long, Long Trailer"
YouTube video by We Love Movie Hosts
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November 14, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Thinking about Tom Hatten (born Nov 14, 1926) on what would’ve been his 99th birthday. My love of #oldmovies is a direct result of watching KTLA's Family Film Festival on Saturday afternoons.
Hatten discussing "The Long, Long Trailer," #LucilleBall & #DesiArnaz: youtu.be/3aUaUCJJaHQ?... #FilmSky
Hatten discussing "The Long, Long Trailer," #LucilleBall & #DesiArnaz: youtu.be/3aUaUCJJaHQ?... #FilmSky
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"The sun is out and it’s a gorgeous day here in New York City, a city that knows more about peaceable assembly than all the Rascal-riding Trump rally-goers that ever rallied." michaelianblack.substack.com/p/no-sleep-til
No Sleep Til...
I write to you on a Saturday morning at about nine, having slept zero minutes over the previous 24 hours or so.
michaelianblack.substack.com
September 20, 2025 at 2:10 PM
"The sun is out and it’s a gorgeous day here in New York City, a city that knows more about peaceable assembly than all the Rascal-riding Trump rally-goers that ever rallied." michaelianblack.substack.com/p/no-sleep-til
Los Angeles is a survivor and a leader. Despite his wishes, it will be here, just as vibrant as ever, long after he’s gone.
June 11, 2025 at 5:36 AM
Los Angeles is a survivor and a leader. Despite his wishes, it will be here, just as vibrant as ever, long after he’s gone.
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State Superintendent @tonythurmond.bsky.social Issues Statement in Response to Unnecessary Military Deployment and Mass Immigration Raids in #LosAngeles:
June 9, 2025 at 11:59 PM
State Superintendent @tonythurmond.bsky.social Issues Statement in Response to Unnecessary Military Deployment and Mass Immigration Raids in #LosAngeles:
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In case you want some sweet news today.
I’m volunteering at the book fair at my kid’s school, and discovered Dav Pilkey paid for the whole thing.
For the entire school.
Every kid pre-k through fifth grade (the whole school) goes home with two free books.
I’m volunteering at the book fair at my kid’s school, and discovered Dav Pilkey paid for the whole thing.
For the entire school.
Every kid pre-k through fifth grade (the whole school) goes home with two free books.
March 24, 2025 at 1:45 PM
In case you want some sweet news today.
I’m volunteering at the book fair at my kid’s school, and discovered Dav Pilkey paid for the whole thing.
For the entire school.
Every kid pre-k through fifth grade (the whole school) goes home with two free books.
I’m volunteering at the book fair at my kid’s school, and discovered Dav Pilkey paid for the whole thing.
For the entire school.
Every kid pre-k through fifth grade (the whole school) goes home with two free books.
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Our Social Security and schools are in good hands!
March 22, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Our Social Security and schools are in good hands!
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“I don’t know how to explain to you why the least among us is more important than the greatest. I don’t know how to explain that We, the People is more important than I, the Person.” michaelianblack.substack.com/p/we-will-be...
We Will Be Remembered, In Spite of Ourselves
“I don't know how to explain to you why you should care about other people.” – Lauren Morrill, January 2017
michaelianblack.substack.com
March 2, 2025 at 2:10 AM
“I don’t know how to explain to you why the least among us is more important than the greatest. I don’t know how to explain that We, the People is more important than I, the Person.” michaelianblack.substack.com/p/we-will-be...
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The Brooklyn Public Library has announced that any teenager in America is now eligible for a Brooklyn Public Library card.
Teens can sign out ebooks + audiobooks
The move is designed to combat censorship, with some titles listed as "always available."
www.bklynlibrary.org/media/press/...
www.bklynlibrary.org/media/press/...
Brooklyn Public Library Offers Free eCards to Teens Nationwide Facing Book Bans in Local Communities | Brooklyn Public Library
Librarians and Teen Volunteers Spearhead Books Unbanned Initiative to Combat Censorship
www.bklynlibrary.org
February 25, 2025 at 6:19 AM
The Brooklyn Public Library has announced that any teenager in America is now eligible for a Brooklyn Public Library card.
Teens can sign out ebooks + audiobooks
The move is designed to combat censorship, with some titles listed as "always available."
www.bklynlibrary.org/media/press/...
www.bklynlibrary.org/media/press/...
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Just can’t quite put my finger on what prompted me to rewatch Charlie Chaplin’s The Great Dictator tonight. 🤔
He had some powerful things to say for his first film with dialogue. The final speech is regrettably relevant today.
m.youtube.com/watch?v=J7GY...
He had some powerful things to say for his first film with dialogue. The final speech is regrettably relevant today.
m.youtube.com/watch?v=J7GY...
Charlie Chaplin - Final Speech from The Great Dictator
YouTube video by Charlie Chaplin
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January 24, 2025 at 4:45 AM
Just can’t quite put my finger on what prompted me to rewatch Charlie Chaplin’s The Great Dictator tonight. 🤔
He had some powerful things to say for his first film with dialogue. The final speech is regrettably relevant today.
m.youtube.com/watch?v=J7GY...
He had some powerful things to say for his first film with dialogue. The final speech is regrettably relevant today.
m.youtube.com/watch?v=J7GY...
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If a plea for kindness and empathy makes you furious, you might be a sociopath.
January 22, 2025 at 3:21 PM
If a plea for kindness and empathy makes you furious, you might be a sociopath.
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taking this great advice to get me thru the next 4 years and thought, fuck it, why not make it permanent.
I recommend you do the same.
Today - new jacket
I recommend you do the same.
Today - new jacket
January 20, 2025 at 7:34 PM
taking this great advice to get me thru the next 4 years and thought, fuck it, why not make it permanent.
I recommend you do the same.
Today - new jacket
I recommend you do the same.
Today - new jacket
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As educators, we are united in supporting every student—no matter the language they speak or their place of birth—and ensuring they have access to safe, welcoming public schools.
Here is guidance from NEA's Office of General Counsel that may be helpful.
Here is guidance from NEA's Office of General Counsel that may be helpful.
Guidance on Immigration Issues | NEA
The second Trump Administration will have a large impact on immigration policies affecting students, schools, and communities. Here's what you need to know to prepare.
buff.ly
January 21, 2025 at 11:46 PM
As educators, we are united in supporting every student—no matter the language they speak or their place of birth—and ensuring they have access to safe, welcoming public schools.
Here is guidance from NEA's Office of General Counsel that may be helpful.
Here is guidance from NEA's Office of General Counsel that may be helpful.
A David Lynch favorite.
January 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM
A David Lynch favorite.