Books

Lili Taylor Reveals Role as NY Governor In Marvel’s “Daredevil” While Discussing New Book on Birdwatching

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Lili Taylor Reveals Role as NY Governor In Marvel’s “Daredevil” While Discussing New Book on Birdwatching

Taylor says watching the behavior of birds has made her a better listener and actor.

By Jamie Larson

Out of the Breadbox: Melville’s “Billy Budd” Centennial, A Cultural Collaboration

Arts

Out of the Breadbox: Melville’s “Billy Budd” Centennial, A Cultural Collaboration

Three Berkshire County cultural organizations are bringing Melville's work to life to celebrate its publishing centennial.

By Editor

In “Creative Exposure” Chad Weckler Captures Hudson’s Artistic Soul — Elena Mosley, executive director, Operation Unite New York. All photos: Chad Weckler

Arts

In “Creative Exposure” Chad Weckler Captures Hudson’s Artistic Soul

Photographer Chad Weckler has captured an evocative and powerful expression of Hudson's current creative moment.

By Anne Pyburn Craig

“I Make Envy on Your Disco” — A Q&A With Author Eric Schnall

Arts

“I Make Envy on Your Disco” — A Q&A With Author Eric Schnall

The Tony Award-winning theatrical producer and marketing director (and Salisbury homeowner) talks about his first novel.

By Albert Stern

Step Inside Art, Antiques And Grandeur In "The Spirited Homes Of Hunt Slonem"

Arts

Step Inside Art, Antiques And Grandeur In "The Spirited Homes Of Hunt Slonem"

The newly published, lavish volume features six of Hunt's mansions and captures the artist's maximalist interiors.

By Editor

Chapter 25 Of The Annual Sharon Summer Book Signing (And Why The Authors Keep Coming Back) — Wendell and Florence Minor at the 2019 book signing. Photo by Gretchen Hachmeister

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Chapter 25 Of The Annual Sharon Summer Book Signing (And Why The Authors Keep Coming Back)

Meet your favorite authors and discover new ones at this literary celebration, a fundraiser for Hotchkiss Library of Sharon.

By Editor

How Do We Save Our Vanishing Birds? Two Journalists Went On An Epic Quest To Learn How — Anders and Beverly Gyllenhaal in the field. Photo by Pete Cross

Arts

How Do We Save Our Vanishing Birds? Two Journalists Went On An Epic Quest To Learn How

Anders and Beverly Gyllenhaal will be speaking about their new book, "A Wing and a Prayer," in West Stockbridge on July 6.

By Editor

"What’s On The Board?" Illustrates The Art Of Feeding Friends

Arts

"What’s On The Board?" Illustrates The Art Of Feeding Friends

A secret ingredient becomes a character in Neil Fox’s cookbook/memoir.

By Editor

Local Author's True Crime Book, "Hidden Demons," Captures The Evil That Visited 1990s Berkshires

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Local Author's True Crime Book, "Hidden Demons," Captures The Evil That Visited 1990s Berkshires

Margery B. Metzger’s true crime book portrays how the Berkshires community responded to dark events 30 years ago.

By Editor

Jerry Saltz Will Spout Off About “Art Is Life” — In Real Life, In Kent

Arts

Jerry Saltz Will Spout Off About “Art Is Life” — In Real Life, In Kent

The irrepressible Pulitzer Prize-winning art critic will discuss his latest book at the Kent Community House next week.

By Anne Pyburn Craig

Litchfield Author Dani Shapiro Launches Her New Novel, "Signal Fires," In The Neighborhood — Dani Shapiro launches her book (and cross-country book tour) at Community Table. Photo: Dan Shaw

Arts

Litchfield Author Dani Shapiro Launches Her New Novel, "Signal Fires," In The Neighborhood

Dani Shapiro explores a recurring theme in her work — the accidents of life.

By Editor

Daniel Medwed Has Thoughts About Why It's Nearly Impossible To Overturn Wrongful Convictions

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Daniel Medwed Has Thoughts About Why It's Nearly Impossible To Overturn Wrongful Convictions

In a groundbreaking exposé, a local legal expert examines why the innocent can't get out of prison.

By Jamie Larson