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John Green gives readers a backstage pass in “Hollywood Ending”
John Green’s debut adult fiction novel “Hollywood, Ending,” was released on Sept. 22 and has not disappointed his audience. The contemporary book follows two young actors as they navigate rising fame, complicated relationships and the pressures of Hollywood while filming a biopic…
LISTEN: CeCe Fry, Recording Artist & Former Decatur resident, joined Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday
CeCe Fry, Recording Artist and former Decatur area resident, joined Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about her upcoming concert Thursday nigh...
The Plumas Sun
Published 8 hours agoFirst Friday features watercolor, woodwork, photography
Two Quincy galleries are hosting opening receptions during this October’s First Friday Art Walk. Participants can visit the Main Street Artists Gallery and the Plumas Arts Gallery for opening receptions from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2. First Friday festivities include wine,…
Fall into a good book this season
Beach season has transitioned to crisp weather and what better time to immerse yourself in a good book? We asked a few Evanstonians what they’re enjoying and got the inside scoop from the team at Bookends & Beginnings on what’s trending. Jeremy Gilbert: I’m reading London…
Cambridge Day
Published 9 hours agoA survival thriller and a crime drama
Reviews of "Heart of the Beast" and "Unabomber."
Black Zombie Will School You Like a Real-Life Monsters High
The Republic of Haiti was born of one of history’s only successful slave rebellions, and yet somehow I sat through many interminable, boring history classes without learning this real-life Star Wars shit. When I first heard the story, I felt betrayed. Where was the big-budget…
In 'Sophie, Standing There,' a fictional sound tech mics up (real) famous authors
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with writer Meg Mason about her latest book, Sophie, Standing There, and the one-sided relationships we form with some of our favorite authors.
Mid Valley Times
Published 9 hours ago‘Putnam County Spelling Bee’ dazzles Selma audiences
SELMA – The Selma Arts Center was filled with laughter, “awes” and applause as cast members brought its newest production to life. On Sept. 25, the Chimerical Cast opened up […]
HALO unites campus and community at Nuestra Cultura
Bucking the wind: Wyoming artists transform wind blade into snowfence
by Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile ‘Windborne’ dedication A dedication of the installation is scheduled for 11 a.m. Oct. 3, at the Wyoming Rescue Mission Recovery Camp, located at 3046 Esterbrook Road. A collection of Wyoming artists is hoping for a few good, blustery snowstorms this…
Bucking the wind: Wyoming artists transform wind blade into snowfence
by Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile ‘Windborne’ dedication A dedication of the installation is scheduled for 11 a.m. Oct. 3, at the Wyoming Rescue Mission Recovery Camp, located at 3046 Esterbrook Road. A collection of Wyoming artists is hoping for a few good, blustery snowstorms this…
Checotas Lead Record Endowment Boost For Milwaukee Rep Theater
Couple’s challenge gift and 38 matching donors deliver $12.54 million for productions and programs.