18 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM {quickpunch} Realm of Ice and Sky by Buddy Levy—Amid Arctic’s merciless beauty, daring airship explorers battle tragedy and hubris in a riveting historic rescue tale. The Bookshop on the Corner by Jenny Colgan—Mousy exlibrarian finds her voice through a bold second career: driving a bookmobile around rural Scotland. New Scientist—Since 1956, asking the big-picture questions about life, the universe and what it means to be human—newscientist.com WHO KNEW? The Notre Dame de Namur University campus was built around the historic Ralston Hall Mansion— but have you ever wondered why its interior feels like the inside of a boat? After purchasing the property in 1864, financier William Chapman Ralston constructed the mansion, drawing on his fortune from California’s gold and silver booms. The interior evokes a Gothic-style steamboat, said to be inspired by Ralston’s lifelong passion for boating. Well Read Unscramble TBEUKRQRAAC ROKCB RDPUY Finally, some half-baked advice: Don’t give up your dreams—keep on sleeping. Carpe Diem + DRINK in the drama at San Francisco Shakespeare Festival’s free performances at Red Morton Park in Redwood City. During the second, third and fourth weekends of this month, watch a modern twist on The Two Gentlemen of Verona, transposing the classic comedy from Renaissance Italy to contemporary California. While there, check out the park’s other amenities, including tennis and basketball courts, plenty of open fields and a water playground that’s sure to be irresistible to the kids on a hot day. sfshakes.org + PURSUE a new skill—or hone an old one—at Palo Alto Adult School, where you’re never too old to learn. Try your hand at arts and crafts (like sewing, painting or woodworking), learn a new language or take a stab at creative writing. A few of the many other areas of study include cooking, business and finance, music, photography and even birding. paadultschool.org Dash to Dine + MARUGAME UDON—Bustling Japanese eatery serving customizable bowls of freshly made udon, plus curries and tempura—383 University Avenue, Palo Alto + AMOUR AMOUR WINE BAR & TAPAS— Tantalizing small plates, excellent drinks and rustic ambiance—305 East 4th, San Mateo + RARA—Unique Nepalese restaurant with authentic cuisine and a quaint atmosphere. A neighborhood gem—201 California Avenue, Palo Alto
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