They often say no one reads anymore. Actually, that couldn't be further from the truth for many. Friday April 27th, the Newburyport Literary Festival will begin the much loved event at the The Old South Church on Federal Street. Leaders, activists, CEOs, and top level executives out read most Read More
Great Pairings April Showers and Screening Room Indie Films
There are few better date nights in the world than dinner in beautiful Newburyport, and a short walk to the historic Screening Room movie theater. The Screening Room on State Street finds the best independent films to appeal to those who like to stimulate new ideas and new conversations about the Read More
Out Like a Lamb Indeed Newburyporters Saying Farewell to March
It’s been a tough assignment this time around – write something that is upbeat and maybe even a bit humorous in these uncertain times. Every time I thought I was feeling a bit light hearted... it snowed again. I get it – we live in New England. I fully understand that March is a rough month, Read More
Firehouse Theater Resident Artist Program in Newburyport
The firehouse features an exciting new artist each month. Stop in and then order an app at Sea Level next door. We recommend the fish chowder and house chard. Chloё Feldman Emison has shown her drawings and animations widely in the United States and Europe, while working also as an Read More
Of Perfection, Holidays, and a New Year in Greater Newburyport
Pondering the Problem with Perfect Christmas Trees. It never fails. Every Christmas I try to get a perfect tree and every Christmas it falls short. If you saw it you might not think so. The tree I select is always perfectly shaped, (or as perfect as trees can be); full in all the right Read More
The Actors Studio Serves Up a Spicy Treat
-Impossible Marriage-, they all are occasionally. Playing through October 22 at the Actors Studio in the Tannery Marketplace. Written by Beth Henley, Impossible Marriage is a witty and insightful play full of lush human landscapes. The playwright is best known for her play, Crimes of the Heart, Read More
Newburyport Outdoor Movies in August 2017
Fun for all ages on the waterfront. Not many things could be better than watching a movie OUTSIDE on Waterfront Park. It harkens back to nights at the drive-in back in the day....but you are not separated by the rows of station wagons. Visit the new SeaLevel restaurant....see some art at the Read More
The Sweet Secret Sauce of Paint Nights in Greater Newburyport
I’m a creative soul. I taught myself to sew in 8th grade and have made everything from curtains to christening gowns. I taught myself to knit just because I thought it would be fun. Once, I taught myself how to reupholster a wing chair thinking, “How hard could it be?” Later on I Read More
One Point of View Looking forward to Spring and the Crocuses
After months of anger, self-reflection and the realization that I have to calm down in order to survive the next four years, I have come to a conclusion. Yes, I have discovered a philosophy that will guide my behavior and activism over the next four years. Admittedly, I am one of the millions Read More
Getting Through the Holidays After an Ugly Election
I’m not doing a very good job calming down after this election. I have walked away from the news to find some semblance of control over my emotions (my husband calls them outbursts). Every day I hope that some crevice of light will break through the fear that is stalking me, but nothing yet. I Read More