Barbara Shema
Originally from east coast USA, Barbara and her husband now live in Central Europe. A freelance writer and artist, Barbara completed a CELTA course in Prague and is teaching English as a foreign language in Hungary.
Barbara previously worked at the Watson Institute for International Studies at Brown University coordinating the Capitol Forum on America's Future, a program that provides the curriculum and structure for high school students to learn about and discuss various options in U.S. foreign policy. While living in Rhode Island, she also volunteered to facilitate arts workshops for refugees enrolled in English language classes at an adult literacy center.
Prior to that, Barbara worked for 9 years in college admissions at Carlow College (now Carlow University), and was the outreach coordinator with the Western Pennsylvania Writing Project at the University of Pittsburgh, a site of the National Writing Project.
Barbara writes about a variety of topics including contemporary jazz, travel-related articles, child development, and articles specifically related to places she has lived...Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and New York. She has an undergraduate degree in Art Education and a graduate degree in Educational Leadership.
Latest Articles
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How to Start a Unique Consignment Shop Business or Thrift Store
Learn how to start and run a successful consignment shop or second hand thrift store business from owner of The Consignment Boutique in Pittsburgh, PA.
Feb 18, 2011
- Barbara Shema
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Prague Restaurants with Fine Czech Wine and Traditional Food
There's more than sausage and beer at these traditional Czech restaurants serving a nice selection of fine Czech wine, crispy roast duck and grilled trout.
Dec 7, 2010
- Barbara Shema
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Prague Travel Guides Help Plan Vacations in the Czech Republic
Plan a holiday in Prague with these recommended travel guides. Whether a weekend or two weeks, Prague travel books will provide information for the trip.
Dec 1, 2010
- Barbara Shema
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High School Summer Programs at Colleges and Universities
Colleges and universities offer high school summer programs in arts, sciences, and leadership providing a unique educational summer experience.
Jun 10, 2010
- Barbara Shema
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Lark Tavern Fire Damages Historic Building in Albany, NY
After a devastating fire destroyed Tess' Lark Tavern, fundraisers are organized to help Tess Collins and her staff. How a business created community spirit.
May 10, 2010
- Barbara Shema
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National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown NY on Otsego Lake
Cooperstown, home of the Baseball Hall of Fame, is also a summer resort on Otsego Lake with historic inns, Glimmerglass State Park, and Glimmerglass Opera.
May 3, 2010
- Barbara Shema
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$200,000 Raised in Challenge by Govenor Patrick for State Funds
Local philanthropists pledge $100,000 each to support efforts to replace the Community Boating docks on the Esplanade in Boston and secure state funding.
Apr 19, 2010
- Barbara Shema
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Danish Fruit Filled Cookie Recipe
During the Great Depression, a Danish-American father woke early each morning to bake this recipe for a large batch of fruit filled Danish cookies to support the family.
Mar 25, 2010
- Barbara Shema
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Marketing and Networking Tips for Self-Employed
Marketing a company through social networking is a way to stay connected and to promote business referrals says Mari Anne Snow, co-founder of SophiaThink Consulting.
Mar 17, 2010
- Barbara Shema
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Grandma's Recipe for Stewed Chicken & Dumplings
Chicken & dumplings, a hearty Slovak dish from Grandma's recipe box is revised by great-granddaughter for family dinner with less saturated fat & whole wheat flour.
Feb 23, 2010
- Barbara Shema
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