Editorial: It’s So Hot that Iceland Lost a Glacier
Researchers from Rice University in Houston will join the Icelandic Hiking Society to unveil a plaque in the former glacier’s honor.
Nerding Out With: Corn photographer Gregory Thorp
The New Cornographers A 70-year-old stranger named Gregory Thorp sent me an email last week. “In Ashfield, I am photographer of corn,” he wrote, “and I have one in particular that might be useful to the Advocate.” This is far from the strangest submission we’ve...
Between the Lines: Catching Up With Old Beefs, Part II
Since the Civil Rights era, dissenters have been taught to protest peacefully while the nation goes about the business of war and imprisonment. There is unlikely to be a consensus on what foments justice — war or peace.
Back Talk: Why not deport criminals? Mourning So Many
“Your article says that the person suspected of being here illegally would have to be arrested and be a “high priority” for ICE meaning they’ve committed a crime previously as well. Why should we keep them in the country, likely in jail, under these circumstances?”
The Pour Man: Champagne Chuck; inexpensive bubbly
In addition to making excellent Champagne, Charles Heidsieck was a dapper gentleman, a colorful character and a helluva salesman. He was known as “Champagne Charlie” in the upper echelons of New York and New England society after he introduced his bubbly in 1852.
Stagestruck: English Stages, Part One — The National
Three of the four shows I saw at the National Theatre in London last month were star vehicles, and the fourth one’s ensemble cast featured a very well-known face. The first three also, coincidentally, ended in sudden reprieves from ignominious deaths. Another...
Club Picks: June 30 to July 6
A beach blowout, a punk trifecta, a farewell bash for Dj LeFox, and a little late-night lounge.
Nightcrawler: FAT of the Land
The Springfield Business Improvement District isn't trimming any fat with its 16th installment this year. Rather, they’re leading off with it. Or, more specifically, the locally notable band of same name."FAT's annual concert at Cityblock has always been about more...
Nightcrawler: The Name Game
The members of SWMRS are barely in their 20s and can already claim quite a lot, including a personal connection to Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong.
Scene Here: Abuzz About Drones
In a cozy courtyard in downtown Springfield, nestled among red brick buildings and gray concrete parking garages, a small white quadcopter suddenly whirs to life on a makeshift launch pad.
Queer Music Before WWII
Sarah Kilborne’s revelatory new night of cabaret delves into a little-known yet revolutionary moment in music history: queer music composed and performed prior to World War II.
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Don’t Blink: Live Art Magazine showcases one-night-only local acts in Northampton
Within seconds of meeting each other, tap and jazz dancer David Bovat and percussionist Jeff Hinrichs are moving and grooving. Hinrichs lays down a quick tempo on the djembe, which makes a deep, hollow sound, and Bovat’s tap shoes start click-clacking in double time....
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