Arts & Entertainment
Welcoming the reopening of the MFA
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May 2019 (pictured from left to right) Michael Hearn, director of libraries, three NECC art students, Marc Mannheimer, art faculty, and Susan Leonardi, librarian: attending a “thank you” celebration with the Pozen’s at the M.F.A.
The Museum of Fine Arts has always been a place for people of all ages to gather and dive into their vast collections of paintings, photographs, fashion pieces, short films and the occasional live performance arts. With the outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic putting everything that required people’s physical attention on hold, the social gathering … Continue reading We... Read More
Creative outlets help NECC students during COVID-19
Since March of 2020, the spread of COVID-19 has forced NECC students into the isolation of their homes. Despite these difficult times, many students have found the use of creative outlets to be extremely beneficial for their creativity and mental health. Creative outlets are unique to everyone and can be any interest or hobby that … Continue reading Creative outlets help... Read More
The best A24 films to watch
A24 is an independent entertainment company that produces films. Over the years their selection of films has expanded and reached different platforms. These may be some of the best movies coming out now in terms of screenplay, creativity, and cinematography. If you haven’t taken the time to watch an a24 film I highly recommend you … Continue reading The best A24 films to... Read More
Creative ways to wellness
What a time to be alive. With our go-to places, like restaurants, malls and bars closed or reserved for take-out, and social distancing keeping us at least six feet away from our friends and extended family, some of us have found ourselves with extra time on our hands and combating our lust for our usual … Continue reading Creative ways to wellness → Read More
Five more things to do during a pandemic: Fighting boredom one task at a time
We are weeks into Massachusetts’ shut down and there’s no telling how long this pandemic will actually last. To keep in theme with my last story, I offer you a list of five more things to do in or around your home while quarantined. Those who are not very artistically inclined can appreciate this list … Continue reading Five more things to do during a pandemic: Fighting ... Read More
Time for creativity
This is an interesting time for creatives, and I would know because I am a photographer, writer, and a graphic designer. As a student and a big sister to 3 girls, times have been tough, and my family and I have had to adjust. Everyday for the past 4 weeks, I’ve had to commit to … Continue reading Time for creativity → Read More
Coronavirus having impact on film industry
The coronavirus has affected the lives of people all over the world. With people remaining in quarantine, businesses being shut down, and people being unable to work and have a steady income, the world is in a very difficult space. Amongst those affected by the virus are those in the film industry. Companies such as … Continue reading Coronavirus having impact on film in... Read More
Online entertainment keeps things positive
After the world was affected by the great pandemic known as the Coronavirus (COVID-19), celebrities and other influencers have taken to the World Wide Web in order to keep the public positive during a time so rough. Celebrities including artists Keith Urban and John Legend, actress Jennifer Garner and former First Lady Michelle Obama have … Continue reading Online entert... Read More
Books: Not just for boomers
Student battles boredom with war stories As the weekly hunt for activities around the house continues, many of us are still left empty-handed and bored. I managed to find refuge this week in books. It seems like a rather obvious solution to boredom, but in a modern era, where one can simply go on the … Continue reading Books: Not just for boomers → Read More
Quarantine crafts: Extrovert rediscovers old habits to keep busy
During the outbreak of COVID-19, many of us have been affected, journalists included. We are required to change our lifestyles, both at home and out in public. Some introverts may be overjoyed at the idea of self-quarantine, while many extroverts, having been forced into introverting, may be looking for things to do. Now, as a … Continue reading Quarantine crafts: Extrov... Read More