The 2021 Charlie Chan Family Home Newsletter. Plus, Sherwin-Williams paint suggests Arugula Pizza and Cherries Jubilee this holiday!
I’ll get to the newsletter later (link’s at bottom, check it out!) But first, regarding those holiday recommendations I got in an email from Sherwin-Williams I ask you, “have things gotten out of hand?” First, I’m not that fond of arugula (especially on pizza). Second, what the heck are they doing suggesting holiday food menus?…
This December a Grand Lady turns 80: The USS Arizona, Pearl Harbor, HI
In Charlie Chan in Panama (1940) the USS Arizona can be seen sailing through The Panama Canal. On film, Detective Charlie Chan was there to thwart efforts by suspect foreign agents to sabotage the U.S. Fleet. However, even he couldn’t protect this Lady from the deadly surprise attack to actually take place the following year…in…
Like the Sunday Funnies? Then you’re in luck. As of yesterday The Charlie Chan Sunday Comics are back!
Are you tired of Mary Worth’s lethargic pace? Is The Born Loser starting to bore you? Does Doonsbury get under your skin? Then you’re in luck! Because yesterday, October 31st, began another three and one-half years romp through The Charlie Chan Sunday Comics (no trick, just treat!) On October 30, 1938, a Sunday comic strip…
Celebrate 20 years of the Charlie Chan Family Home, and try on one of 272 Panama Hats in “The Study.”
This month (October 3rd to be exact) we honor Webmaster Rush Glick as he celebrates 20 years since launching his Charlie Chan Family Home Website. And in recognition of this benchmark we’ll look inside just one of the 27 separate page links on the site, “The Study.” Why this page? Because there you will find…
What ever happened to that ole classic: The Karate Chop?
Ever wonder where that old favorite of the ’60s and ’70s television disappeared to? You know what I’m talking about–The karate chop! That open-hand slice to the back of the neck that took down an adversary in record time. And it was pretty safe too! When someone woke-up from it they just shook their head…
Need a place to write that mystery? Seven Keys Lodge in Colorado has a history of mystery!
This month we’re celebrating Ohio Author Earl Derr Biggers 137th birthday (August 26, 1884) with a look at Seven Keys Lodge in Estes Park, Colorado. The lodge bears tribute to Biggers, but one surprisingly not related to his fictional Detective Charlie Chan! Rather, built in 1917 it pays homage to Biggers’ first successful mystery novel,…
Hey Pop move over. I got a Star on Hollywood, too!
Now here’s a fluke–a well earned one, too! James Hong, Son No.1 to J. Carrol Naish’s, Charlie Chan in The New Adventures of Charlie Chan, is getting his just deserves…a Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame, Class of 2022! At 92-years young, Actor James Hong is going strong! “Hong, recently provided the voice of…
One last Aloha’oe (fond farewell) to John Noland and his comic strip “Chinatown Cop.”
Life can indeed be ironic–grave and tragically ironic. Three years ago this month, June 15th, 2018, the family of John Noland made the heavy-hearted decision to disconnect John from life support. In his own small way (as we all are) John was a hero of sorts, most notably for me within the world of Charlie…
Yellow Cab’s Charlie Chan Pasta – “Masarap!”
If you’re travel plans happen to take you to The Philippine Islands or Honolulu, Hawaii, then order-in and try one of Yellow Cab Pizza Company’s best sellers: Charlie Chan Pasta! “Masarap” (delicious) is what you’ll say once you’ve tasted this world-renowned dish! OK…Well, I’ve never actually tasted Charlie Chan Pasta, but this dish is certainly…
A 70-year old Hawaiian tradition; one I sorely miss!
Heading to Hawaii anytime soon? Skip the Luau and try The Friends of the Library of Hawaii bookstore sale in Kakaako on the Island of Oahu! While living 14 years on the islands, I looked forward to this annual event like Christmas or a birthday. One of the oldest continuously running book sales in the…
This March celebrate National Cocktail Day with a “Luigi”
March 24th brings us National Cocktail Day. And while Detective Chan was a teetotaler; me–not so much. So with my given name Luigi, I thought we might pause to discover a savory sipper of the same name…”The Luigi!” I first came across The Luigi recipe in a mystery read, Murder on a Mystery Tour (1987) by Marian Babson.…
A special birthday wish to Charlie Chan Series Actor James Hong!
He’s not often associated with Charlie Chan these days, but for many Actor James Hong holds a special place in the detective’s career! At 92-years young (February 22d) actor, voice actor, producer and director James Hong is to acting as Tony Bennett is to singing. He’s been around-the-block, easily recognized and has earned a plethora…
Who’s your pick to next portray Charlie Chan at the box office?
Impossible? Or perhaps inevitable we will see the return of Charlie Chan on film? If you think no one’s thought about it here are two attempts (though they never came about) to feature Russell Wong (1997) and Lucy Liu (2006) as additions to the Chan Family. But I’ll be candid! I’m not speaking of the…
The Postman on Holiday 