Making a place for art in our world. December is a month that brings much to the calendar, but there are several events which you must try to take in, if you can fit it into your busy schedule.

Handmade rifles, 18th Century style. A traditional rifle in the making. Unusual jewelry for the brave.

Posted by Tom Curran under Jaeger Rifle. I am coming down the home stretch toward the finish line! There are a number of parts that still need to be made, but I am checking them off the list as I go. The sideplate is complete and installed, the screws are fitted and aligned. The buttplate engraving is done. This is in the Baroque fashion, with some even earlier influences in the design. Posted by Tom Curran under Jaeger Rifle.

Cars and trucks of all sizes to be found in Rome. Scooters, the anathema of pedestrians, swirl about the city like flocks of starlings. When crossing the street, be bold, be sure, and do not hesitate. Or follow a little old lady; she will know when to make the leap. Phil and Frank flank what may be the smallest car we saw EVER. This buggy has extra storage for your lunch.