One of the best aspects of art is that an art appreciator can admire a beautiful piece of creation, while still disliking multiple elements of it. Art is open to interpretation. “Lonely Planet,” a new movie released Oct. 11 on Netflix, is a film that can be commended for its beautiful setting, yet the storyline, characters and message very much fall flat.
Taking a leap of faith to start something new can be daunting, but the will and determination to follow your passion can transform the journey into something effortless. When you pursue your goals with intention and passion, it can feel more like play than work. And with a team that shares your dreams, growth and success become even more attainable.
Bert’s Big Adventure is a non-profit organization founded by Bert Weiss in 2002. The organization takes children with chronic and terminal illnesses between ages 5-12 to Walt Disney World for five days. The trip is an all expenses paid trip and includes the whole family. The trip began taking seven families, but now has grown to be able to take 12-15 due to community donations and partnerships. Throughout the trip the kids will have limos, chartered flights, princess makeovers and much more.
Tucked away by the train tracks on Maple Street, you’ll find a historic building by the name of Feathers and Twigs, an antique store that prides itself on having a little something for everyone. Founded in 2007, it has been Carrollton’s go-to for vintage decor and homemade treasures.
Kathleen Glasgow is a young adult author who is known for writing books that are difficult to read, but absolutely necessary. Glasgow does not shy away from heavy topics and intense themes. Glashow’s book, Girl in Pieces, tells the story of a broken young girl struggling to put herself back together after a suicide attempt. Her book, How to Make Friends with the Dark, deals with death and grief after the main character loses her mother. Another one of her works, You’d be Home Now, handles the opioid crisis and the lives impacted by drug addiction.
Carrollton will be holding several Halloween-themed events this year for families to attend. As we approach the week of Halloween, look out for the spooky events in your area that all members of the family, even dogs, can enjoy.
One week. Seven days. 168 hours. This is how long aspiring filmmakers have to create their bone-chilling short film for the University of West Georgia’s third annual Horror Film Race. Open to film majors and horror enthusiasts alike, this year’s race was held on campus from Oct. 10 to Oct. 17, and was met with both excitement and fearful anticipation for all the passionate people involved.
When the stress of midterms and assignments piling up becomes too much, Homecoming serves as the perfect break for UWG students to enjoy the week full of festivities. One of the events planned was the popular homecoming tradition of Greek Grind, which took place on Oct. 16 in The Coliseum.
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The University of West Georgia School of Communication, Film and Media hosted its second annual Media Night on Oct. 3.
