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The Making of an “Extra”
The Baum Bugle is near and dear to my heart—but it has limitations. Color is a big one; there are so many things I wish we could share in color! It would quadruple the budget to go to a full-color in...
Have I Mentioned I’m a Collector?
I grew up reading Oz books that we had at home. Once I realized there were more, I began the hunt to complete my set. I could borrow other titles for reading, but I wanted my own. How could I know I ...
Two More Pages; As Fast As Lightning!
The Winter 2018 Baum Bugle had finally gone to press, four stress-filled months after our most optimistic expectations. Death, birth, illness, images that didn’t arrive and drafts that came well past ...
1939 Merchandise Now on Display
To celebrate the 80th anniversary of MGM’s Wizard of Oz, merchandise tied to the film’s original release is now on display at the Oz Museum in Wamego, Kansas, complements of the Oz Club. T...
Oztoberfest 2018
Planning Oz travels for 2019? For many fans, the closest event can become an annual favorite. I am fortunate to be within an easy drive of Oztoberfest, the annual event hosted by The Oz Museum in W...
It’s a Wonderful Year for Holiday Reading
Looking for last-minute gift ideas? Anyone still asking what you’d like this holiday season? Oz makes gift shopping easy for my family; but I can seldom wait when it’s a book I’ve looked...
A Day in Oz: A Report on the Dedication Ceremony for Ruth Plumly Thompson’s Historical Marker
Guest blog contributed by Atticus Gannaway Ruth Plumly Thompson, the second Royal Historian of Oz, isn’t exactly a household name outside the rarefied world of avid Oz enthusiasts. So when I learned ...
Barbara Koelle (1923-2018)
Barbara Koelle (1923-2018) was a lovely woman, thoughtful personal friend, and consistent supporter of the International Wizard of Oz Club. She joined the Club and began attending conventions in the ...
Happy Holidays from the Oz Club
Our holiday mailing arriving in members’ homes now. Please see everything included and act on those that need your attention. The holiday card was created by Mark Manley. You’ll find more...