Brain Snacks: Tasty Tidbits of Knowledge
Eyebrow piercings aren't done with a gun like ear piercings at the mall; they're done by a professional piercer with a needle (or at least they should be). (Source.)
Walla Walla, Washington actually is famous for onions. They even have a yearly Sweet Onion Festival. (Be sure to bring a toothbrush.)
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When Froggy and Virginia take the crosstown bus, they ride through Central Park, and when Virginia needs to be alone, she heads there by herself. The castle she mentions in the middle of the park is Belvedere Castle, from which the National Weather Service broadcasts the official NYC temperature. (Source.)
The 92nd Street Y, where Joy Lassiter interviews Dr. Shreves, is a performing arts venue, Jewish cultural center, and gym. How's that for multitasking? (Source.)