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Author Archives: Spencer A. Freeman
Quidditch for Muggles
Muggles, rejoice! The sport once reserved only for witches and wizards is now being played in the non-magical world — our world. This weekend is the fourth annual Quidditch World Cup, and this year it’s being held in our own … Continue reading
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Tagged harry potter, international quidditch association, muggle quidditch, quidditch, quidditch world cup
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Ready, Set, Write!
The first of November is usually marked as the day people do one of the following: A. Nurse a mean hangover from that wild and crazy Halloween party they attended the night before. B. Consume whatever candy they have left … Continue reading
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Tagged books, nanowrimo, storybook software, write or die, writing
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The Best Rappers Alive: Highbrow? Lowbrow? You Decide
The highbrow, lowbrow debate strikes again! This time, in the form of an exhibit at the New Museum. More specifically, a piece entitled “Status Symbols #31” by artist Rashaad Newsome. “Free,” an exhibit at the New Museum, opened recently and … Continue reading
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Tagged free exhibit, highbrow, lowbrow, new museum, rashaad newsome, status symbols
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Over 40 Is the New 20
People in their 20s seem to have it all: energy, limited responsibility, firm body parts. But what used to be considered a “prime” age has been bumped out of the picture and replaced by a more — ahem — mature … Continue reading
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Tagged 40 is the new 20, betty white, cougartown, hot in cleveland, red, she's got the look
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“Next Great Artist” at the Brooklyn Museum
From “Project Runway” to “Top Chef” to “Shear Genius”, Bravo TV is no stranger when it comes to reality show competitions. Unfortunately, between flashy editing and interpersonal drama of cast members, the actual talent of these individuals takes a backseat … Continue reading
The Start of a New Empire
HBO’s newest show, “Boardwalk Empire,” debuts this Sunday and I must admit, I haven’t been this excited about a TV premiere since… well, let’s just say it’s been a while. With a saturation of shows about crime, single girls looking … Continue reading
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Tagged atlantic city, boardwalk empire, hbo, prohibition, television
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Brooklyn Book Festival Sheds Light on a Gloomy Day
Despite the ominous weather, bibliophiles of all ages trekked to the the fifth annual Brooklyn Book Festival this Sunday for an opportunity to participate in all things book related. Featuring more than 200 authors – both local and widely recognized … Continue reading
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Tagged book festival, books, borough hall, brooklyn
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