‘I used to be Funny’ worth watching

June 22, 2024

I love it when comedians star in dramatic films. Robin Williams in “Dead Poets Society.” Jim Carrey in “The Truman Show.” Will Farrell in “Stranger Than Fiction.” I love all of these movies. With humor often being categorized as tragedy plus time, I think it’s fascinating to see people known for comedy being cast in the tragic portion of a story. Rachel Sennott is a wildly funny comedian right now, which is why I was interested in watching “I Used to Be Funny” by writer and director Ally Pankiw, currently available on VOD. Sam (Rachel Sennott) is living with her ...

A boy and his granddad, together again

June 16, 2024

Every summer, I climb into the back seat of my dad’s Traverse, dogs in tow, to head to Carolina Beach for a week of family time. It’s a laid-back vacation during which nothing much happens, nor is it supposed to. We simply relax and enjoy each other’s company. My mother and I pay ...

WVPT kicks off its summer season with ‘Clue: On Stage’

June 6, 2024

In 1949, Parker Brothers released the board game Clue, in which players would use various hints to determine who had murdered the mysterious Mr. Green — in what room and with what weapon. In 1985, director Jonathan Lynn brought the board game to life with his film of the same name. And ...

Mothers and daughters are a beautiful thing

May 12, 2024

Well, I’m back. For the few people besides my father who regularly turn to this space to read these words, you’ll have noticed I was absent the past couple of weeks. While I did pack my laptop to pitch in here and there during my 10-day stint in Portugal and Spain, I did not log on ...

Sweet 16

May 9, 2024

he WOW! Factory, a paint-your-own pottery, mosaic, glass-fusing and clay hand-building studio on University Avenue in Star City, celebrates 16 years in business this month with a month-long Sweet 16 party. All month, customers will enjoy an especially festive  atmosphere and ...

WIC Kitchen

May 8, 2024

April showers make May farmers happy … and Monongalia County Health Department’s WIC program nutritionists too. This week’s recipes from WIC Kitchen highlight fresh vegetables and herbs that you can purchase at a farmers market. It’s great timing too. There is a week left for WIC participants to sign up for benefits that they can use at farmers markets through the summer and  into fall. The Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP), administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, supplements WIC benefits and provides $30 per participant to use at farmers markets ...