Architecture: New from Lego

I love so many things about the new Lego Architecture Studio – it’s white, it reminds me of my childhood, and it encourages imaginative play for children and adults.

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Lego Architecture Studio, $149.95, Barnes & Noble

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photo by Janet Paik

What I don’t like about it? It’s not available in Canada. Darn.

Thanks to Boba for sending this my way.

20 Below: Italian Cards

Last week while I was at Chapters, I noticed a wall displaying boxes of Italian cards. With these cards, one can play scopa and briscola, two traditional Italian card games. My grandfather used to play these games with all of his friends but I never learned how to play. Well, now I have my own set (well, two actually) and instructions too. Now all I need is a partner. Does anyone already know how to play?

Scopa card game, $12.95, Chapters