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An Eclectic Collection of Orchids

Fri., Sept. 12, 2014 | Dylan Hannon
In October, The Huntington will host the annual Southland Orchid Show and Sale. As in previous years, exhibitors will display orchids from around the world, a reflection of the passion among collectors for the vast and diverse Orchidaceae family.
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The Gift of Time

Wed., Aug. 27, 2014 | Susan Turner-Lowe
Every now and then a coworker comes along who is absolutely made for the job. They live it, breathe it, are the essence of the work—so much so that you think the job is them. In fact, you don't know which came first
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The Library Tomorrow

Tue., Aug. 26, 2014 | Matt Stevens
The next time you walk into the Library's main exhibition hall to see "Remarkable Works, Remarkable Times," be sure to stop into "The Library Today" gallery. Several remarkable videos will vie for your attention
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A Stinky Family Tree

Fri., Aug. 22, 2014 | Dylan Hannon
The newest flowering of the titan arum (Amorphophallus titanum, or "Corpse Flower") at The Huntington has generated good questions about the origin of this plant at our institution. This wonder of the vegetable kingdom has now flowered for us five times
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Three Musicians Sharing in the Chinese Garden

Tue., Aug. 12, 2014 | Linda Chiavaroli
Few things are more relaxing than live musical performances at The Huntington during the summer. Don't forget that every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m., you can enjoy traditional music in Liu Fang Yuan, the Garden of Flowing Fragrance.
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A Study for Gassed

Thu., Aug. 7, 2014 | Susan Turner-Lowe
Since the opening of The Huntington's exhibition of spectacular World War I posters in the West Hall of the Library, we've taken note of a very different and sobering depiction of World War I currently on view in the Chandler Wing of the Scott Galleries.
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When It Rains, It Pours

Sun., Aug. 3, 2014 | Diana W. Thompson
The fruits of a return trip to NamibiaThe Spring/Summer 2014 issue of Huntington Frontiers featured Huntington conservation technician Cody Howard's search for Ledebouria bulbs 
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The Posters to End All Wars

Mon., July 28, 2014 | Linda Chiavaroli
World War I marked the beginning of modern warfare, the collapse of empires, and the passing of ordered societies in which everyone knew their place. The Great War, which started July 28, 1914, was also a seminal moment in which graphic arts converged with patriotic fervor