Men telling women what women want in defiance of their own expressed wishes is a long tradition, eerily echoed in a recent (2003) controversy over whether to dig up and relocate to Paris the remains of novelist and playwright George Sand, who died in 1876 and was buried in the family cemetery behind her house […]
SAT 16 – SUN 17 Providence Flea Holiday Markets: The vintage and artisan/maker market, returns with a juried selection of handmade art and design, craft and clothing, jewelry, accessories, vintage wares and small-batch gift and food items from 60+ vendors. 10am, 324 Hope St Cafetorium – rear entrance, PVD. Providenceflea.com SAT 16 Torn Shorts/ Cactus […]
There is no question that the United States healthcare system is in trouble, but getting to the root of that problem is a complex issue. While insurance conundrums and pharmaceutical price gouging have gotten the most press, another possible cause lies in an area the has so far escaped media scrutiny: the use of primary […]
What’s your highest bowling score? With or without a handicap? I believe I mace bowled a 220 once. Fun Fact: Bowling three strikes in a row is called a “turkey”! Do you use bumpers while bowling? Only when drunk … for safety purposes. Where’s your favorite local spot to holiday shop? I usually hit up […]
In the world of punk, fewer frontmen are more iconic than Paul “H.R.” Hudson. During the ‘80s he led Washington, DC act Bad Brains to be one of the most influential bands of the decade. His intensity was unrivaled and no one could match the amount of energy he had on stage. These days he’s […]
There are certain acts that artistically go beyond any specific style, and The Quins fit into that exclusive group. The act from East Bridgewater, MA, has a little bit of jam and a smidge of funk to go with a classic rock-influenced alternative sound. Their second album, Beech Hill, is going to be released on […]
Instead of opening a cardboard door to find a piece of waxy chocolate, open your front door and explore the holiday in your town. 1. Dust off your Elf on the Shelf (motifri.com/alt-parenting-the-elf-must-die). 2. Head to Showcase Cinemas any Saturday in December at 10am for a free holiday movie. 3. RI does holiday theater […]
Art by Joseph Heroux
