Culture

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…

For many, late summer often signifies the excitement of the coming fall- new movies, new performances, new television shows, even new fashion trends. But as with much else, this year is different. In fact, it’s relevant to ask whether fashion trends even have meaning anymore. With “Fashion Week” canceled around…

We’re in the homestretch- those lazy days of summer that usually mean relaxation and rest before the Fall rush begins- Oh wait, that’s a sweet vision from a previous life. Many of us instead are in a constant state of anxiety, worried about our futures and bickering in the present….