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Seattle might be a bit damp, but this verdant Pacific Northwest port city offers the best of urban and rural within just a few hours travel.

A Soviet translation of Wizard of Oz turned L. Frank Baum's novel into a new series that became a favorite with Russian children.

With its heart-felt ballads, lovable characters and fairy tale storyline, The Wizard of Oz has grown to become a favorite for many generations.

Art school teachers said she had no future as an illustrator. But Lisbeth Zwerger ignored them and became one of the world's most acclaimed children's book artists.

Travel to the Emerald City, where Seattle's festivals embrace the regional communities with thrilling parades, marathons, road races, boat races, music and theater arts

Examining the legend of Zhang DaoLing, famous Daoist exorcist, as a possible cause of China's massive earthquake.

The best places in Seattle to meet people over 30 are not usually expensive. Here are some cool fun things to do for making friends with people one's own age.

Bamboo, the fastest growing plant, is now being manufactured into virtually everything from flooring, paneling, furniture, fencing, to dishes, clothing, and toothpicks.

L. Frank Baum's Oz is one of the happiest, most magical fantasy kingdoms, but later writers have told stories of a darker, more sinister Oz.

After years of leading the nation in green building and community supported agriculture, Seattle's public transit steps into gear.

L. Frank Baum's novels of Oz have been popular for more than a century. Their religious inspiration comes from an esoteric eastern religion little known in the west.

The Wizard Of Oz is a classic film which tells of a young girl trying to get home. It also lends itself to multiple readings of which a psychological approach is one.

For a movie that is as good as The Wizard of Oz, the book must really be great when it's better than the movie. And in this case, it is.

L. Frank Baum's Oz books have been adapted multiple times for radio. The most famous was a 1930s serial adaptation sponsored by Jell-O.

Gregory Maguire's Wicked, is a magical journey to Oz that will leave the reader satisfied and in love with the colorful characters

NBA teams will scurry to refurbish and improve their rosters this summer, in hopes of improving next season.

You need no cyclone to reach Oz, only IDW Publishing's handsome collection of five acclaimed comic books by Eisner winner Eric Shanower.

Buying and selling comic books is increasing in popularity due to high profits that can be made on rare or vintage issues.

The third book in Baum's beloved Oz series takes readers on a new adventure with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and many new friends.

The first attribute that one notices on campus is beauty. Nestled in the middle of a major city but close to the mountains is the University of Washington-Seattle.

Adventure and misadventure, fantasy and fairy tale, monsters and mystery...growing up isn't easy, but some story from this guide suits the sympathies of any child.

The Wizard of Oz is a classic American fantasy story, but Oz has become, popular worldwide, with many countries adapting it for TV, movies or the stage.

The all-black version of L. Frank Baum's classic children's story became a Broadway hit, then a movie musical bomb. Here's the story behind them both.

Along with airing the 1939 "Wizard of Oz" every year, American TV has created its own versions of Oz-though none of them have become classics.

The Wonderful Wizard of OZ is a beloved piece of literature that was turned into a popular movie. Here we look at some of the characters that are prominant in the book.

You can call it anything you want, but when you boil it down, Wicked is spectacular.

Ten years ago, on November 30, 1999, 40,000 protesters, including religious groups, workers unions, environmentalists, and anarchists, kept WTO members penned in hotels.

Gregory Maguire's A Lion Among Men follows the tale of Brrr, the lion who asked the Wizard for courage and by the time A Lion Among Men is through, he'll likely need it!

The American Film Institute has come out with a ranking of the top ten fantasy films of all time. Number one pick is the 1939 "Wizard of Oz" which is "Over the Rainbow."

This series offers inspiration for book groups, with points and questions to get discussions started. This week, Maguire's bestselling novel, later a hit musical, Wicked.

Here's the list of 2006 Hugo and Campbell Award nominations.

Buried under Seattle's Pioneer Square is a secret world of century-old grunge. Believe it or not, it makes for a fun and fascinating tour of the area's early history.

The Wizard of Oz, named the Top Fantasy Film of All Time by the American Film Institute, features memorable female lead characters. Judy Garland stars as Dorothy.

Redmond's Marymoor Park flaunts its off leash dog park in the face of ever more tightening suburbia. It's a doggie mixer and every pooch can bring his "owner" along.

Locals know the best places for cheap eats in Seattle. Tame the munchies at Dick's Drive In, Burgermaster, Asian restaurants, and a whole lot of yummy fast food joints.

The best places in Seattle, to meet people over 40, are often filled with all ages. Here are some cheap or free things to do to make friends with seniors and boomers.