【推荐2】Best Movies of 2022 Ranked

Storyline: Rural Ireland. 1981. Nine-year-old Cait is sent away from her overcrowded,dysfunctional family to live with foster parents for the summer. Quietly struggling at school and at home,she has learned to hide in plain sight from those around her. She blossoms in their care, but in this house where there are meant to be no secrets , she discovers one painful truth.

Rating: PG-13 ( May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13, Smoking and Some Strong Language)

Genre: Drama

Storyline: A teen and her mother live simply in a home in the woods, spending their time making metal music. A chance encounter with a fellow teen causes her to uncover a connection between her family and witchcraft (巫术),which causes a conflict with her mother.

Rating: R ( Restricted Under 17)

Genre: Horror

Storyline: In 1961 , Kempton Bunton, a 60-year old taxi driver, stole Goya’s portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London. Kempton sent ransom (赎金) notes saying that he would return the painting on condition that the government invested more in care for the elderly—he had long campaigned for pensioners (领养老金者) to receive free television. What happened next became the stuff of legend. Only 50 years later did the full story.

Emerge—Kempton had spun a web of lies. The only truth was that he was a good man，determined to change the world.

Rating: R ( Restricted Under 17)

Genre: Comedy

Storyline: No Bears portrays two parallel love stories. In both, the lovers are troubled by hidden, inevitable obstacles, the force of false belief and the mechanics of power.

Rating: G ( General Audiences - All Ages Admitted)

Genre : Romance

【推荐3】The magical world of The Little Prince brought to life!

French visual artist Arnaud Nazare-Aga has worked with Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Youth Foundation, and together they have designed a unique touring art exhibition of sculptures inspired by the original watercolor illustrations of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s book, The Little Prince, as well as photos, manuscripts (手稿) and drawings.

The exhibition will be presented for the very first time in Auckland from 1st June to 25th June, 2023 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the publication of The Little Prince.

Entitled “The Little Prince in the Dark”, the exhibition attempts to bring Saint-Exupéry’s illustrations to life in a different way. The artist has created 13 all-white sculptures with relief (浮雕). They are displayed in the dark to be discovered by the senses of touch and hearing. All the magic, dreams and poetry of Saint-Exupery’s beloved book will thus be revealed in a new way never imagined before.

First, start off from the entrance on the first floor to see historical photography describing the great adventure of the pioneering pilot Latécoère. Then, move up to the second floor, where you can find rare original manuscripts and drawings by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. After that, climb up to the third floor to experience the sculptures. Finally, don’t forget to stop off on your way out at the gift shop right next to the entrance and pick up some Little Prince memorabilia to remember your visit.

The exhibition is free for everyone!

Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

House of Minoima, 26 Greek Street, Auckland

【推荐1】Ready to show off your art to the world? Check out our guide to some of the best art contests to enter this year.

Watermedia Showcase

Prize: $2,500 first prize, $1,250 second prize.

Entry Fee: $35.

Requirements: Open to international artists 18 years of age and older.

The Watermedia Showcase awards original art created primarily with water-based media. Judged by the editors of Watercolor Artist, all winners will have their work featured in the magazine.

The Lumen Prize for Digital Art

Prize: $4,000 first prize, with a $13,500 total prize fund.

Entry Fee: $40.

Requirements: Open to artists worldwide.

This digital art competition is organized by Lumen Art Projects Ltd, which provides new opportunities for digital artists around the world. Categories include Still, Moving Image, XR, 3D/Interactive and Artificial Intelligence.

World Illustration Awards

Prize: A cash prize of $2,540 and more publicity opportunities.

Entry Fee: $37.

Requirements: Open to artists worldwide.

Illustrators are invited to submit works to 8 different categories. Winners will win not only a cash prize, but also a feature in a major exhibition in central London, and an invitation to the Awards Evening in October.

Strokes of Genius: The Best of Drawing

Prize: $2,000 first prize, $1,000 second prize.

Entry Fee: $45.

Requirements: Open to artists in the United States.

The Strokes of Genius Competition celebrates original work made in drawing mediums, including pencil, charcoal and even some wet paint mediums. Winning entries (参赛作品) will be published in a special edition publication, The Best of Drawing.

【推荐3】Some Top Coast Destinations to Visit

Britain has over 18,000 miles of coastline to explore: from white soft sands and vibrant seaside resorts, to wild nature reserves filled with puffins (海鹦), dolphins and various thrills. Wherever you’re heading, here’s where to splash, surf, dive, swim-and perhaps even sunbathe-on Britain’s shores.

Why we love Kent

From ice-cream shops to towns that are on the map for cutting-edge food and art, the ‘Garden of England’ is meant for discovery. Just a short hop from London takes you to Margate-home to the Turner Contemporary gallery and Dreamland theme park. Tuck into delicious oysters and other seafood in Whitstable or try bohemian Ramsgate for a weekend away. Relax among the candy-coloured beach huts of Broadstairs, or bring the past alive in the surrounds of time-honored Dover Castle, Leeds Castle or Canterbury Cathedral.

Why we love the Jurassic Coast

Welcome to dinosaur territory. Over 200 million years old, the Jurassic Coast’s beaches and rocks are strewn with ancient fossils and footprints-yours to discover on walks, bike rides and picnics. But that’s not all. This 95-mile coastline also offers countless ways to explore: from kayaking between the chalk-white towers of Old Harry Rocks and swimming in West Bay’s clear waters, to watching the sunset over the sea from Portland Bill Lighthouse. Wherever you venture, here’s what to look out for, and the best places to stay.

Why we love the Wales Coast Path

This isn’t just a walking trail-it’s the route to adventure, culture, wildlife and more, serving up 870miles of breathtaking sea views, glorious beaches, wildflower-topped cliffs and charming harbour villages. Even a short walk is a starting point to discover the treasures of coastal Wales: from surfing, sailing and swimming, to horse-riding on beaches and cycling through forests.

You don’t have to be a long-distance hiker to enjoy the Wales Coast Path: wildlife lovers, thrill seekers, day trippers — this one’s for you.

【推荐1】New Children's Books 2020

Cannonball(炮弹)

Author: Sacha Cotter

CANNONBALL is the story of a young Maori child trying to learn how to, do the, perfect cannonball. Everyone around him has advice and nothing works. But everything changes when his fearless grandma advises him to listen to his own voice, find his own style, and be himself.

Birdie and Me

Author: J. M. M. Nuanez

BIRDIE AND ME opens as 12-year-old Jack and her brother Birdie are, reluctantly packing up to go live with their Uncle Patrick. They've been living with their Uncle Carl, who fails to show up for meetings with Birdie's teacher. The teacher wants to discuss the fact that Birdie's fondness for sparkly clothes, eye shadow, and purple nail polish are getting him a lot of unwelcome attention at school. Jack fears what will happen.

We Are Water Protectors

Author: Carole Lindstrom

In WE ARE WATER PROTECTORS, one child tells the story of water's importance to the past ,present, and future of the people and to the entire planet. Beginning with her community's fight to stop the “black snake”of an oil pipeline that threatens the water that is the source of their life and history, the story widens to show one river's impact on the world.

From the Stars in the Sky to the Fish in the Sea

Author: Kai Cheng Thom

Young Miu Lan is born and doesn't know if he is boy or girl, fish or bird, tree or star. So they decide to be a little of all things, growing feathers to fly with birds, and fur to play with puppies. But when school starts, the other children want Miu Lan to be one thing. With the support of their mom they find the strength to be just who they are, and to see the other children's reactions to that truth.

【推荐3】Elizabeth Sherrill is a long-time writer. For 70 years, her stories about faith, her experiences of traveling the world and dealing with depression (抑郁,沮丧) have been a beacon (灯塔) of light for many people. Check out some of her articles and let her words affect your heart.

A Letter on Depression

My struggle with depression hasn’t totally disappeared. It still surrounds me from time to time, blocking light and making it hard to smile. But the suffering no longer makes me frightened, because I keep telling myself to be positive.

An Angel Named Maria

“A baby was born here and no one knows what to do,” the doctor said into the telephone. He went on to explain that the mother had disappeared from the hospital after seeing the disabled baby. “She will not live long,” the doctor continued. “Bring us the baby,” answered Sister Marie Patrice at the other end of the line, who ran a day nursery.

Lessons from Abraham Lincoln

When I turned to leave, the picture over the door stopped me. It was a black-and-white photo: a tall, thin man with his hand on a table and with the saddest, most pain-filled face I’d ever seen.

The letters on the frame said “Abraham Lincoln”. He won every wrestling match and told funny stories that crowds would gather to enjoy. Over time, that picture made him more important to me than ever.

A Lesson while Moving

I stood looking out the kitchen window wondering how John and I could ever leave this house. We’d lived here for 50 years. Under the maple tree was the garden where we grew tomatoes that never ripened. There was the stump (树桩) of the cedar (雪松) we cut down to make room for our daughter’s wedding reception.