Sugarloaf Development’s Big Plans for Deerfield’s Center
Here is what has been approved to be built where the former Cumberland Farms store and parking lot are. The building goes right up to the sidewalk, and you’ll see there will be three new storefronts and 12 apartments upstairs. This is such a major development and a fantastic positive […]
Steel Magnolias at the Majestic, a Place I’d love to Hang Out
Last night we saw Steel Magnolias at the Majestic Theater, a very funny story about women and life in a small town Louisiana hair salon.
Pownal, Vermont Beckons for a Father Son Getaway
We're taking a father and son trip for the weekend to Pownal, Vermont, where we wil recreate the magic of my father son trips with Nat Hartshorne.
Noises Off Was Mostly Off for Me at Ja’Duke
A review of the play Noises Off at Ja'Duke Theater in Turners Falls MA, performed on October 12, 2025, by theater critic Max Hartshorne.
Barcelona’s Stunning Beauty and a Lack of Fear
Some of the highlights of Barcelona are the Palau de la Musica, the harbor and the lovely Gotic Quarter with so many gorgeous buildings.
Raimat Arts Festival in Catalonia, Music Everywhere
The Raimat Arts Festival is held each year in Lleida, Spain, bringing cutting edge musicians, experimental and classical, to a beautiful part of Spain.
Lacy Bray’s Ozark Beer Co: A Family Affair in Rogers
Lacy Bray told me about what their Ozark Beer Co does to create community in Rogers Arkansas, and why she loves living there.
‘Once’ A Ballad That Took Its Time
Once, the Popular Musical, Opens at the Majestic in West Springfield In the musical Once, new at the Majestic Theater, the story brings a street performer (Guy, Nick Anastasia) in contact with a Czech immigrant (Girl, Kate Theis) in Dublin. A transaction over fixing her Hoover vacuum becomes a partnership, […]