Category: Cultural Interest
13
Jan
What’s Behind the Mantel?
by Kerri Ana Provost
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Back in 2002, when Abercrombie & Fitch sold thong underwear for children, many understandably interpreted this as the beginning of the erosion of America’s moral...
11
Jan
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iQuilt: Dotting i’s
by Kerri Ana Provost
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As barrels of trash heaved into the pond in Bushnell Park remain there for nearly a week and as the water feature in the playground...
11
Jan
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Walking Tour of Bushnell Park
by Kerri Ana Provost
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There was a lot of buzz yesterday about the iQuilt project, which many had not heard of despite it being in existence since 2008. One...
08
Dec
Creativity, Social Change and You
by Kerri Ana Provost
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With eyes closed, a circle of about sixty people were asked to visualize a street they were familiar with– what it looks like now and...
02
Dec
Competition for Local Artists
by Kerri Ana Provost
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Artists of all ages and levels who live in Hartford or Middlesex County will be competing for a total of $2,400 in prize money. The...
28
Nov
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Your Guide to December
by Kerri Ana Provost
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December tends to be a whirlwind of activity, between festive events, office parties, and the gatherings for family and friends. Here are just a few...
27
Nov
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Looks Like Winterfest
by Kerri Ana Provost
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While last year’s opening of the Festival of Lights was met with scathing criticism, Friday evening’s unveiling of Winterfest received a more cordial welcome.
14
Nov
Bursting with Art
by Kerri Ana Provost
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A watercolor artist tells me it’s a shame Hartford is not recognized for having such an abundance of artists. Across town, a photographer reminisces about...
06
Nov
Scenes from the Sidewalk: Installment 34
by Kerri Ana Provost
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It must be the season, again, for helping sculptures along the river to accessorize. I’m pretty sure that this one already had enough to carry...