Hurricane Milton Live Feed: This Feels Like Something Bad

Hurricane Martin is approaching Tampa right now. We are scared.
Martha’s Vineyard & Mallorca

The next two places I am visiting are both islands, first Martha’s Vineyard on the Atlantic Ocean, and then Mallorca, in the Mediterranean.
Shear Madness at the Majestic: Hysterical!

‘Shear Madness’ was tonight’s production, the opening night at the Majestic Theater for this hilarious interactive slapstick murder mystery comedy.
Big Big Sky at Chester Theatre

Big Big Sky the final production of the 35th summer season of the Chester Theatre Company, a review of the play by Tom Wells.
Instead of Removing Sugar, Enzyme Converts it to Fiber

Instead of removing or reducing sugar in foods, scientists at Wyss Institute have developed an enzyme that turns sugar into fiber inside the stomach. A breakthrough in the fight against sugar.
Quebec’s Eastern Townships Offer So Much

We are just back from a thrilling and enjoyable visit over our northern border Eastern Townships of Quebec. With the dollar at 30% higher, it’s cheap.
Tanglewood Awaits, in the Summer Tradition

It’s another July and it’s time for another visit to the hallowed lawn of Tanglewood in the Berkshires to enjoy the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
‘Unreconciled’ at Chester: A Powerful One Man Show

Chester Theater presents Jay Sefton in the one-man show about a pedophile priest during his youth in Philadelphia, titled ‘Unreconciled.”
My First Acting Role in ‘The Man Who Came to Dinner’

I’m taking on my first acting role, a small part in The Man Who Came to Dinner with the Easthampton Theater Company on June 20-24, 2024.
12 Angry Jurors, Arena Civic Theatre’s Dramatic Opener

A review of Arena Civic Theatre’s 12 Angry Jurors by Max Hartshorne
Town Meeting 2024 in Deerfield: A Whisker Close Vote

Town Meeting 2024 in Deerfield approved expenses for the year and a surprising close no vote on letting 16 and 17-year-olds vote in town elections.
The Play That Goes Wrong. I’ll Say!

The Play that Goes Wrong, a delightfully funny British farce at the Majestic Theater in West Springfield through June 2. Theater critic Max Hartshorne’s review of the play.
Edward Valerio: Losing a True Friend of 20 Years

Edward Valerio, one of my best friends, passed away on April 4, 2024. This is a tribute to his unique personality and our satisfying, long friendship.
Pivot: March 21, 2024

Pivot. I feel like this might be a day in which a new era begins and life of doubt lifts to become a more fulfilling life.
February 2024: Retired Life, Time at Home

A retired life. I thought I wanted to work forever, but now that the chance is here to relax, putter, fix stuff and have houseguests it’s not as tempting.
The Ladyslipper: A Tale of Love and Succession

Tonight the Majestic Theater’s Producing Director Danny Eaton watched one of his own plays come to life in The Ladyslipper. A review of the new play, through March 25, 2024.
Exploring the Republic of Georgia: Tbilisi and Gudauri Ski Resort

An account of a visit to the Republic of Georgia to Tbilisi and to the Gudauri Ski Resort in the north near the Russian border.
Torch Song in Easthampton: Powerful and Funny

Torch Song is a powerful and hilarious story of a gay man and his quest for love, acceptance and happiness, Easthampton Theater Company.