New Hampshire photographer and filmmaker Gary Sampson admitted he was practically drooling when he visited John Teti?s studio last year where Teti kept a collection of rare photography books dating back to the 1800s. Rick Strawbridge, trustee chair of the New Hampshire Institute of Art, called the collection a ?national treasure.? .

It doesn?t matter if you don?t know how to pronounce spanakopita. Just point.

This traditional Greek spinach-and-feta cheese pie is just one of the many Greek delicacies on the menu for the annual St. Philip Greek Food Festival taking place Friday, May 18, and Saturday, May 19, from 11 a.m to 9 p.m. at the St. Philip Church grounds, 500 West Hollis St., Nashua.

As the public relations officer for the New Hampshire organizers of Echo Taps Worldwide, Robert Smith of Northwood wants to let the public know about the event planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at the state veterans cemetery, 110 D.W. Highway, Boscawen. It?s one of many locations in all 50 states, as well as battle sites and military bases in France, Korea, Vietnam and other countries. The event is being planned by Bugles Across America.

As you may know, I hate it when people do something just because someone else trendy does it. And if you don?t know it, let me tell you, I HATE it when someone or some team does something just because someone else trendy does it.

A few weeks ago, I wrote about updating the firmware in your digital camera or other device.

The purpose of upgrading firmware is usually to fix some flaw or add a minor new feature. At least, with firmware made by the manufacturer.

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