Curious Georgia

I'm Julia DeVillers, an author of books for kids and teens who has moved to Georgia--

The FORMER SOVIET REPUBLIC of GEORGIA.

Usually, I live in Ohio. USA. But for a year or so, I'm an expat. This should be interesting...


* The most recent blog entries post at the top, start at the bottom to read in order *
Nov 29 '10

My daughter spoke at the American kids club again, and this time brought two friends. They spoke about Thanksgiving history and traditions. The Georgian kids are such a rapt audience.

The Youth Palace is a center for kids’ activities. It was bustling when we were there— Georgian dance lessons, art classes, photography, languages, homework help. All of the classes are free. The Youth Palace is a huge historical building with gardens in the back where kids were doing their homework. 

The building also has this historical significance: