Puzzle 1

The central brick of an archway.

A concise saying or snappy witticism.

French term used of medieval trade posts.

Toni, author of the 1970 novel The Bluest Eye.

Musical direction meaning "with spirit".

__ de Bresse, alt name for French chicken/poulet.

Mali town that developed as an ancient trade post.

Dutch footballer Frank, who coached Barcelona.

Vin Diesel's line in Guardians of the Galaxy.

Remove wilted blooms from garden plants.

Meteor showers peaking on August 12/13.