WGRLS’ National Novel Writing Month Challenge
The West Georgia Regional Library System (WGRLS) is presenting its second annual challenge for National Novel Writing Month, also informally known as NaNoWriMo.
Arts & Entertainment
Local History Comes Alive in Puppet Show “Grasshopper Tea and the Basement of Wonder”
What would you do if the power went out at grandma’s house? The puppet show “Grasshopper Tea and the Basement of Wonder” answers that very question for Emma and Lavonne as they wander into their grandmother’s basement following a storm. There, they discover a storyteller who takes them on a journey through West Georgia’s History.
“Vjeran Tomic”: The Spider-Man of Paris
Directed by Jamie Roberts, the documentary “Vjeran Tomic: The Spider-Man of Paris,” is a captivating look at a master art thief with bold antics that rocked the art world. It’s another addition to the ever-growing field of documentaries. This documentary, which is available to stream on Netflix, explores the life and crimes of Vjeran Tomic, revealing a compelling story.
Who Do You Call? Villa Rica Paranormal Investigators Hunt Ghosts at Wicks Tavern.
A cowboy, a 10-year-old girl, and a woman of the night. It sounds like the start of a bad joke or an Oscar-winning film. However, they are connected in a way that some will consider otherworldly.
Saying Farewell to “Sex Education”
On Sept. 21, the Netflix original comedy series “Sex Education” came to an end with its fourth and final season. The series premiered in January 2019. The first season follows Otis Milburn as he deals with his lack of sexual experience but overwhelming knowledge on the matter due to his mother’s profession as a sex therapist.
UWG Gears Up For Annual Safe Treat
It’s about that time again for the University of West Georgia’s Housing and Residence Life Association to host the annual Safe Treat at Love Valley. On Thursday, Oct. 26, several organizations are expected to be present to hand out candy to children in the Carrollton community ranging from the ages of 2-12.
Plenary Speaker Dr. Stephanie Hershinow talks “Barbie” and Bildungsroman at English Conference
Oct. 19 marked UWG’s and LURe Journal’s annual English Undergraduate Research Conference. With panels presenting student papers on Irish studies, humor theory and early American literature compared to contemporary works among many other topics that highlighted broader social observations through various essays.
Boyscott: Your New Favorite Introspective Indie Band
The music industry has become a very competitive and oversaturated field in recent years now that everyone has access to various forms of technology to easily produce music. It can be hard to get a foot in the door and a solid career as a musician, but this wasn’t the case for indie artist Scott Hermo.
The Genius of Boygenius
On Wednesday, Oct. 11, I had the pleasure of attending an early release listening party for Boygenius’ new EP “the rest” that was set to release on the following Friday, Oct. 13. The listening party took place at Criminal Records in Atlanta, GA, and was open to all.
The Children Connect Museum: Where Creativity and Learning Meet
On the corner where Temple Avenue and College Street meet lies a place for learning and wonder. The historic building now houses the Children Connect Museum, preparing for one of its biggest events.