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Black & Brown Artists Abstract Origins
Howard el-Yasin’s My Mother’s Hose hangs at one end of Orchid Gallery in The Lab at ConnCORP, redolent with associations without landing definitively on a single one. From a certain frame of mind, the associations can be literally visceral: with intestines, or for that matter, the products of intestines. It could also be sausages, however, or a balloon animal. Or, abstracted, it could be figures embracing one another. The associations multiply when we learn that the sculpture (as the name reveals) is made from pantyhose, but is stuffed with plastic, burlap, a boa, a cardigan sweater, and a cotton shirt. The sculpture is an act of preservation, but also transformation. There’s no one answer that brings it together.
At the Movies: ‘The Crow’ & ‘Blink Twice’
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — I’ve waited a long time for this. Nothing can top the original, but I’m not looking for it to when it comes to “The Crow.”. Brandon Lee was perfectly cast and lost his life on the set, so a reimagining is the way to go. And the guy who played Pennywise in the “It” movies as the Crow is too.
Annual Dream Ride in Farmington raise money for Special Olympics
FARMINGTON, CT (WFSB) - It was a very special day in Farmington, as the annual Dream Ride took over the roads. The event raises money for the Special Olympics. This year, a YouTube star even got involved. It’s a tradition for David Hill and his family. “We come here...
USJ welcomes new faculty for 2024-2025 academic year
As the University of Saint Joseph (USJ) begins the 2024-2025 academic school year, it welcomes nine new faculty members. “We are excited to welcome eight new faculty members to USJ this fall,” said Provost Michelle Kalis. “The faculty have excellent credentials and training, and several bring a wealth of clinical/practical and research experience. These faculty will add to USJ’s tradition of student-centered faculty and engagement with the broader community.”
Haddam-Killingworth Masters Swimmers Compete at Lake George Event
(August 23, 2024) — With dozens of astounding Olympic swims fresh in their minds, five members of the Haddam-Killingworth Masters Swim Club traveled to upstate New York, eager to compete in the Lake George Open Water Swim on Saturday, August 17, 2024. (Photo above: Left to Right: Ann Faust,...
Brass City Rescue Alliance Presents a Comedy Night Fundraiser August 24th
We spoke with Jenn Humphrey, Founder of Brass City Rescue Alliance, about the Woof! There It Is! Comedy Night Fundraiser on Saturday, August 24th at the Southington Elks Lodge. The event begins at 7pm and features the comedic stylings of Andrew Ginsburg, Steve Golia, Nick Scopoletti, and Marty Caproni. A cash bar is available as well as raffles and the ability to BYO food.
WSOC hits the road for first time at UNH
DURHAM, N.H. - The UConn women's soccer team (0-1-1) hits the road for the first time in 2024 with a trip to the University of New Hampshire (2-0-1) on Sunday, August 25 at 2 p.m. Admission is free at Wildcat Stadium and for those that can't make it, the game...
Oxford-Seymour GoFundMe Links, Valley Flood Relief Fund
OXFORD/SEYMOUR — UPDATE, 8:45 A.M. FRIDAY, AUG. 23. Parts of the lower Naugatuck Valley were devastated by flood waters on Sunday, Aug. 18 and into Monday, Aug. 19. Click here for past Valley Indy coverage. This story is now the spot where The Valley Indy is trying to compile...
3 Bison Run Away From Connecticut Ranch – Return With Adorable Newborn Days Later!
NORTH BRANFORD, CT – A trio of bison who escaped their pasture in Connecticut in the early hours Sunday returned home on their own on Tuesday night, with a newborn in tow, officials said. Wanna listen to this article? Jack has a video for you at the bottom of this article!
24-Year-Old Accused Of Pointing Fake Assault Rifle At Drivers On I-395 In Thompson, Putnam
The incident happened Friday night, Aug. 23, in Windham County. Connecticut State Police Troop D in Danielson received multiple 911 calls reporting a red-colored sedan that was being operated aggressively. The vehicle was allegedly tailgating vehicles on I-395 southbound in the towns of Thompson and Putnam while its operator was...
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