Art & Books Articles
Book Review: Griftopia - Why the Banks Failed Us
Here’s my book review of Griftopia: A Story of Bankers, Politicians, and the Most Audacious Power Grab in American History by Matt Taibbi
The Odd Couple Review – Polar Opposites Continue to Provide Big Laughs
Grab some laughs with Felix and Oscar in Neil Simon's quintessential buddy comedy, The Odd Couple, at the lovely Delray Beach Playhouse
Book Review - Blackwell – Hell Has A New Master - A Gothic Novel That Keeps You Reading
Entertainment buzz has already begun around this new paranormal series from Vesuvian Books
Book Review: A Scribe Dies in Brooklyn - Of Old Manuscripts, Cash, and Blood
Here’s my book review of A Scribe Dies in Brooklyn, a Rabbi Ben mystery by Marvin J. Wolf
Book Review: Vinegar Girl - Why Catch Flies?
Vinegar Girl is a title in the publisher’s Hogarth Shakespeare series, which implies the book was inspired by one of the Bard’s plays
Local Spotlight: In Conversation with Chicago Artists Ellen Hanson & Caroline Liu
Late last month, I first learned of Trace Elements an upcoming exhibition at Miishkooki Art Space, a new art gallery and studio that opened in Skokie last summer featuring the artwork of Ellen Hanson and Caroline Liu. Last week, I finally had the...
How to Rock His World When You are over Fifty Review – Adding a Man to Your Life
This book, "How to Rock His World When You are Over 50" contains tips from two very experienced ladies. It is well researched in its presentation of delicate topics – topics presented thoroughly and responsibly
Trials of the Heart Review – Meaningful and Impactful
I recently learned about Trials of the Heart when I spoke with LaRita S Smith, the book's author. The book reads easily and quickly and tells a story that is all too real, and sad
Bandstand Diaries Review – A Presentation at Max and Benny’s
I had the delight of hearing Sharon Sultan Cutler tell the story of her newly launched self-published book, “Bandstand Diaries: The Philadelphia Years”
Women and Children First Bookstore Review – A Tale of Two Authors
A recent presentation by two authors from the East Coast, New Jersey and New York was the strong motivation that finally propelled me to visit the Women and Children First Bookstore
Book Review - Mister Sam Shearon's Creepy Christmas Coloring Book)- What Do You Really Know About Christmas?
Do you really know about Christmas history - probably not
18 and Life on Skid Row - Book Signing with Sebastian Bach
Sebastian Bach recently released his memoir, 18 AND LIFE ON SKID ROW, and he’ll be appearing at Amoeba Music in Los Angeles on Monday, December 13th at 5 p.m. and at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas on December 17th at 9 p.m
Architect Christopher Mercier Review-(fer) Studio Unveils Mural in Rogers Park in Inglewood
(fer) studio's principal Christopher L. Mercier, is also an active artist within the Inglewood community. His Rogers Park Mural "Pathways to Success" from the summer of 2015, recently had a new edition titled "Wiggle Walls"
Art Basel Miami Beach Review - A Visual and Evocative Feast
Art Basel Miami Beach is an extraordinary global art fair representing renowned artists and those poised to join their ranks
"Searching for John Hughes" - In Conversation with Jason Diamond
Not long ago, I stumbled upon what has to be one of this fall’s best — and most engaging — reads, Jason Diamond’s memoir Searching for John Hughes (out on November 29th from HarperCollins/William Morrow). Earlier this month, I had the...
"CONNECT" Hyde Park Art Festival Preview - A Weekend of Art and Performance in Hyde Park
The CONNECT Hyde Park Art Festival will run from November 18-20, 2016 at multiple sites and feature a plethora of visual, decorative, wearable and graphic arts plus film, music and much more
Dr. Seuss Museum Project Preview - Picks Up Steam
Progress Continuing on Museum Honoring Dr. Seuss in Springfield, MA
First Museum to Honor Theodor Geisel is Slated to Open in 2017
NCIBA's "Discovery Show" Has Record Attendance, Outstanding Previews
Two-Day industry event gathers indie book sellers and treats to author "sneak peeks."
"Making Mainbocher" Review- An Exhibit of the First American Couturier at The Chicago History Museum
The Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark, just opened a beautiful and comprehensive one-of-a-kind exhibit dedicated to the life, work and legacy of Chicago-born Main Rousseau Bocher, the First American Couturier
In Conversation with John Maloof of Miishkooki Art Space
Last week, I had the opportunity to speak with Chicago native John Maloof regarding his new gallery and studio, Miishkooki Art Space, which opened in Skokie late this summer, just east of the community’s downtown core. Read on to see what...
- Thursday June 29th
- 8:00 PM | 16th Annual Dance Media Film Festival
- Sunday July 2nd
- 4:00 PM | 2017 Culver City Centennial Westside Food & Wine Festival
- 7:00 PM | Stand-up Comic Ellyn Daniels debuts 'Emotional Terrorism' at Hollywood Fringe Festival
- Thursday July 6th
- 7:00 PM | Chalk Rep FLASH Festival
