Culture

While few of us are likely to be heading back to movie houses anytime soon, that doesn’t mean we need to be denied the opportunity to see great new films- especially films that are geared toward those of us looking beyond animation, superheroes, or science fiction. And there happen to…

Given the turmoil and tumult of the times, it’s likely that many of us are trying to determine how best to express our emotions in ways beyond words. We may see T-shirts with images and expressions broadcasting political activism (or accessories that implore us to vote!) and we may even…

In some ways, we’ve never been more connected with our friends and family, despite the presence of social distancing. We can Telephone, Zoom, FaceTime, Text, or Email and within a matter of seconds, check up on those we are missing. Yet, for many, especially older adults, this tech-connection leaves something…

Anyone with young children or grandchildren in their lives knows that this year back to school is fraught with anxieties and uncertainties. For grandparents, in particular, this is a time of real confusion. If you are raising your grandchildren or providing childcare, then you face the risk of coronavirus infection…

It’s been a while since we brought you news of updates from the world of entertainment. Many of us have been taking advantage of the summer weather and outdoor options so that sitting in front of a screen, either at home or even in a theater, has not been as…

The photographer Ansel Adams once said, “Photography is an austere and blazing poetry of the real.” In the reality of our current times, it’s hard to process the collective trauma we’ve all been experiencing, yet there are intrepid photographers who today are capturing the story of the pandemic, especially its…