When I walked into Earthtones Metaphysical Shop on Wickenden Street in Providence, here is what I noticed: a clean, calming space; two warm storekeepers; the layered scent of essential oils and manifestations; and Beyoncé’s “Hold Up” buzzing through the speakers. Mercedez Matos and Serena Barton-Zainyeh, a couple of five years, entered the metaphysical space as […]
Life has seemed tough lately and people seem more frustrated than usual. It feels like the world is off-kilter and in need of help. This got me thinking about the role astrology may have in the world feeling off its axis. Not knowing much about the subject, I reached out to astrologer Jessica Puleo of […]
Musicians are an artistic breed under near-constant scrutiny and pressure to produce and perform. When their creations go out into the world, they open themselves up to being loved, criticized, or ignored (usually all simultaneously), which can lead to an added sense of insecurity. Regardless of professional level, the pressure can take its toll and […]
Okee dokee folks… I am one of the few people who will say it: I am happy summer is over! The time of year has arrived when I am comfortable and not feeling like death! I thought I would wrap up summer with things to look forward to for next summer. This includes two festivals: […]
Every so often an event comes along that restores your faith in artistry and your community. That’s what the Mausoleum Hill Sessions have done for its creator, Dave Alves. Alves, a native of New Bedford, has been a staple of the music scene in Southern New England for several years now. “I am grateful for […]
THC and CBD are the most commonly known cannabinoids – naturally occurring chemical compounds found in cannabis that produce a range of effects. They are thought to be the main drivers of the relaxing and euphoric effects of cannabis consumption, but they represent only two of the over 100 identified cannabinoids in the cannabis plant. […]
I never really thought about whether my zodiac sign affected my beer drinking choices. Should I base my craft choice on my daily horoscope? I thought I should search for more knowledge and knew just the person to ask: my best friend Hayley Horzepa, a psychic tarot reader and coach, and owner of magicalpsychics.com. She’s […]
When given the opportunity to cover this year’s PVDFest, I jumped on it – what better way to get involved in the action? But first, one major disclaimer: the last time I attended PVDFest was over seven years ago. I had very little frame of reference for this year’s event. Whether this was good or […]
Aries: You may be trying to keep the peace but others seem to relish arguing with you. Not one to back down, you give it right back to them. In some areas of your life peace and love prevail. There are some lovely people and events on your calendar. One in particular may become more […]
Photo: Cat Laine It’s a slow fuse that burns throughout the first act of Topdog/Underdog, but once the flame hits the dynamite in act two, the entire theatre explodes. That’s the best way to describe the season opener at Gamm Theatre. This is the long – two hours and 20 minutes – but riveting exploration […]