Moms Rise

by | Jun 30, 2009 | News

A new state law that went into effect in January ensures that mothers have a right to breastfeed their children in public, without harassment or discrimination. But that doesn't mean everyone knows about or understands the new law, as a recent, much-covered case...
Firecrackin'

Firecrackin'

by | Jun 30, 2009 | News

Firecrackers were my first illicit vice.Long before porn, drink or drugs, at 11 or 12, I was shelling out cold hard cash for things that went ka-blam in the night. I gave my few crumpled dollars to kids a lot older than me who were both allowed to head into New York...
Sound Check: Friday in the Park

Sound Check: Friday in the Park

by | Jun 30, 2009 | Music

Ira McKinley of Social Change in Mind doesn't care for the stereotypes that come with being homeless: "Me myself being a homeless person, [I] want to show that not all of us… deserve the stigma of being lazy and a bunch of drunks and...
CD Shorts

CD Shorts

by | Jun 30, 2009 | Music

Cheryl WheelerPointing at the Sun(Dias)More classic Cheryl Wheeler: novelty songs, wry commentary, and achingly beautiful reflections on love, longing and life. Cats are the foil for three silly songs, and the antidote for the feathers she ruffles with the title...
CD Shorts

CD Shorts

by | Jun 30, 2009 | Music

New York Dolls'Cause I Sez So(Atco)The second album by the reformed New York Dolls reunites them with original producer Todd Rundgren, but don't expect a helping of glam-punk nuggets. These Dolls may feature original members David Johansen and Sylvain Sylvain,...