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AADL Talks To: Steve Gilzow, Ann Arbor Observer Cover Artist

Steve Gilzow, May 2024
Steve Gilzow, with June 2024 Observer Cover

In this episode AADL Talks To Steve Gilzow, a prolific cover artist for the Ann Arbor Observer, retired teacher, and writer. Steve talks about the inspiration behind his art, the people and places captured within his covers, and how his work with the Observer has allowed a deeper understanding of the community.

 

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AADL Talks To: Bill Zirinsky and Ruth Schekter of Crazy Wisdom

In this episode of AADL Talks To, we interview Bill Zirinsky and Ruth Schekter. Bill and Ruth discuss their history running the Crazy Wisdom Bookstore and the Crazy Wisdom Journal. They also talk about their time in Ann Arbor, including some of the city’s changes over the years. They discuss their experience as a unique “new age” bookstore in a town known for its book shops.

Bill Zirinsky and Ruth Schekter, Crazy Wisdom Bookstore and Tea Room, April 1999
Bill Zirinsky and Ruth Schekter, Crazy Wisdom Bookstore and Tea Room, April 1999