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Word(s) of the Monday: “surveillance state”

By Joshua L. Durkin

  surveillance: close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal state: 1 the particular condition that someone or something is in at a specific time; [in singular] (a state) an agitated or anxious condition. 2 a nation or territory considered as an organized political… Read more »

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Upcoming Events


  • Events on June 19, 2013

    'Nearly Forgotten' at The Gallery at Still River Editions

    Starts: 8:30 am

    Ends: 5:00 pm, June 19, 2013

  • Events on June 19, 2013

    ‘Mandalas and Contemplative Collages,’ works by Gloria Owens at Take Time Relaxation Center and Gallery

    Starts: 10:00 am

    Ends: 8:00 pm, June 19, 2013

  • Events on June 19, 2013

    Children's Story Time at Byrd's Books

    Starts: 10:00 am

    Ends: 11:00 am, June 19, 2013

  • Events on June 19, 2013

    'Impressions of Light' - paintings by Dmitri Wright at Weir Farm

    Starts: 10:00 am

    Ends: 4:00 pm, June 19, 2013

  • Events on June 19, 2013

    Paintings by Susan Holden-Sagona & Lisa Willvonseder-Greto at Pizzeria Lauretano

    Starts: 11:00 am

    Ends: 8:00 pm, June 19, 2013

  • Events on June 19, 2013

    'Seamless' at Trailer Box Gallery - a solo exhibition by Katie Bassett

    Starts: 12:00 pm

    Ends: 5:00 pm, June 19, 2013

  • Events on June 19, 2013

    The Wednesday Night Poetry Series at The Garage

    Starts: 12:30 pm

    Ends: 1:30 pm, June 19, 2013

  • Events on June 19, 2013

    Jazz Jam at Molten Java

    Starts: 7:30 pm

    Ends: 10:00 pm, June 19, 2013

  • Events on June 20, 2013

    'Nearly Forgotten' at The Gallery at Still River Editions

    Starts: 8:30 am

    Ends: 5:00 pm, June 20, 2013

  • Events on June 20, 2013

    'Impressions of Light' - paintings by Dmitri Wright at Weir Farm

    Starts: 10:00 am

    Ends: 4:00 pm, June 20, 2013

In the Gallery

"Miller" by Walter von Egidy. Enamel and oil on illustration board.

5/25/13 – 7/5 – 1/2 Hallow’s

A Halloween inspired show featuring paintings by Walter von Egidy, John Slaney, Tess Barbato, and sculpture by William Blass.

Opening reception Friday, May 31, 7-9pm.


A shot from 'Mean Gurlz' by Todrick Hall.

This Week on the Information Super Highway: Inner City ‘Mean Girls’ & a Jet-Powered Bicycle

By Mike Agius

  As some of you may know, having a job where you are stationed in front of a computer all day awards you with plenty of time to surf the internet. Every week, great content becomes popular for a couple of days, only to be quickly replaced… Read more »

Saxophonit Jimmy Greene will receive the Governor's Arts Award this weekend at New Haven's International Festival for Arts and Ideas.

Jazz artist Jimmy Greene to Receive Governor’s Arts Award

By Robert Taylor

  Jazz artist Jimmy Greene will receive the Governor’s Arts Award at a presentation ceremony and concert at 6:30pm on Saturday, June 15 during the International Festival for Arts and Ideas in New Haven, Connecticut.   Greene, an internationally acclaimed saxophonist, composer and bandleader, will… Read more »

West Sixth’s altered logo appears on the bottom in contrast to its original logo and that of Magic Hat No. 9.

UPDATE | West Sixth Alters Logo as Lawsuit with Magic Hat is Settled

By Erik A. Carlson

  Lexington, Kentucky-based West Sixth Brewing Co. has altered its logo, removing an eight-pointed compass star on the same day it was announced it had resolved a lawsuit filed against it for trademark infringement by the makers of Magic Hat beer.   When reached via email… Read more »


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The Porthole

Parwan Province, Afghanistan

photographs by Daniel Arthur Winkler

The Great Greater Danbury Project!

Billy Michael performing at La Zingara's Sunday brunch in Bethel, Connecticut.

#81: La Zingara’s Brunch

  La Zingara in Bethel, Connecticut is a highly regarded Italian restaurant serving up traditional cuisine with a contemporary twist.  The restaurant ranks high with Zagat, and owners Thomas Giudice and Lisa Tassone were invited as guest chefs to the James Beard House in New York City last… Read more »

The Doors at Danbury High School in 1967.  Photo courtesy of YouTube user Rutazzurra.

#80: The Doors Played at Danbury High School

    The Doors performed at Danbury High School before their big break on Wednesday, October 11, 1967. From YouTube user Rutazurra:   “This show is primarily attended by nearby college students from Western Connecticut State College and locals of Danbury. Prior to the show,… Read more »

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#79: CT Beer Week

  The Connecticut beer industry is proud to launch the state’s “Brew & Buy Local” campaign, a joint effort among brewers, wholesalers, retailers and restaurants to support local industries. The campaign will officially launch during CT Beer Week,  May 11 through 18. This weeklong, statewide event was… Read more »

A CT Farm Fresh Express vehicle, transporting local goods to Connecticut residents.

#78: CT Farm Fresh Express

  CT Farm Fresh Express is an organization that delivers fresh and primarily organic products directly from local farms or producers to your home or restaurant, year-round.  They carry everything from fruit and vegetables to fair trade coffee, chocolate chip cookies, raw milk in glass… Read more »

Take One Academy cheerleaders.  Photo courtesy of Take One Cheerleading Academy.

#76: Take One Cheerleading Academy

  Take One Cheerleading Acadamy, located  at 36 Kenosia Avenue in Danbury, Connecticut, is owned and operated by coach Amy Pendergast and her daughter Becky. The gym offers a variety of services, from competitive cheer teams for ages three to 18, tumbling classes for all… Read more »

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#75: Local Female Tech & Science Leaders

  Nine women from across Connecticut were honored for their innovation and leadership during the ninth annual Women of Innovation awards dinner this month at the Aqua Turf Club in Southington.   The Connecticut Technology Council held the awards program to recognize women in the… Read more »


Steven and Sandy, the subjects of Debbie Lum's 'seeking asian female.' Photo by Debbie Lum.

Documentary: White Men Who Love Asian Women

  seeking asian female is an eccentric modern love story about Steven and Sandy—an aging white man with “yellow fever” who is obsessed with marrying any Asian woman, and the young Chinese bride he finds online. Debbie Lum, a Chinese American filmmaker, documents and narrates… Read more »

VideoHive television.  Image courtesy of lenclo.com/work/cbs-television.

Word(s) of the Monday (on Tuesday): “White Noise”

  White 1 resembling a surface reflecting sunlight without absorbing any of the visible rays; of the color of milk or fresh snow. 2 approaching such a color; pale esp. in the face. 3 less dark than other things of the same kind. Noise 1… Read more »


Milfoil, or Myriophyllum spicatum, has been steadily taking over Connecticut lakes for years. Photo courtesy of moosepondassociation.org.

Invasive Aquatic Species Continue to Do What They Do Best

  There’s nothing like spending a warm summer afternoon at a lake that sits in your own backyard. When it’s time to cool off, you anxiously approach the shore and wade into the cool water. To your dismay, you feel a familiar brush against your… Read more »

Magic Hat's #9 logo and West Sixth's.  Magic Hat is suing the small brewery for trademark infringement.

Magic Hat Sues Kentucky Brewer for Trademark Infringements

  West Sixth Brewing Company of Lexington, Kentucky is being sued by Vermont-based Magic Hat’s parent company, Cerveceria Costa Rica, for trademark infringement – Magic Hat claims that West Sixth has copied their #9 beer logo.  One has to admit that the similarities are clear, but… Read more »


Gustave Whitehead, above with his daughter Rose, is believed by some aviation historians to have preceeded the Wright brothers by as much as three years with a manned flight. Photograph from Corbis.

Connecticut First in Flight?

  Connecticut’s House of Representatives is seeking to unseat North Carolina as the state with a claim to “First in Flight.”   The House amended a bill Thursday with language to change Connecticut’s statutes to recognize Gustave Whitehead each year on “Powered Flight Day,” rather… Read more »

Boltcutter performs in Hamden, Connecticut tonight in support of his third album, 'New Beginnings.'

Show Preview: Boltcutter at The Space

  If you live in Connecticut and love electronic music, you might want to check out an emerging talent tonight, June 14, at The Space in Hamden.  Boltcutter, real name Riley Bradway, began djing and producing in 2010, and since then has garnered a worldwide… Read more »