Jamal Sykes Staff Writer Glass blowing is an art form that has gone from overlooked to notoriety and popularity in the past few years thanks to documentaries and viral videos on the internet. It is a difficult thing to master, and very few people have the patience to learn and perfect its techniques. Glass blowing has resulted in many great things: abstract art pieces, beautiful … Continue reading Exploring the NC Glass Center
Jamal Sykes Staff Writer The city of Greensboro has been making a tremendous effort to improve the overall development of downtown Greensboro and its surrounding historical areas. One area that holds great significance within Greensboro’s history is the College Hill neighborhood, which is located between UNCG’s campus and downtown Greensboro. Aug. 1 was the launch date for a new project, called, College Hill For Everyone, … Continue reading College Hill For Everyone
Jamal Sykes Staff Writer Downtown Greensboro is full of great things to do — there’s a slew of museums, restaurants, bars, coffee shops and tattoo parlors that allow for a very fun-filled weekend. But one central part of downtown that holds a close spot to my childhood is the Greensboro Cultural Center. Just a block away from the newly constructed LeBauer Park, the Greensboro … Continue reading Richard Fennell Exhibit
Jamal Sykes Staff Writer Expanding the boundaries of preservation and advancing visual and performing arts, the Appalachian Summer Festival began in 1984 at Appalachian State University as a showcase for chamber music. Now in its 33rd year, the Appalachian Summer Festival has become one of the biggest festivals in the Southeast United States. The festival has been featured in the New York Times’ “Summer Stages” … Continue reading Appalachian Summer Festival
Catie Byrne Features Editor In an interview with The Carolinian, Chris Kelly, American historian and writer of several works, spoke with me about the historical significance of Memorial Day. He has co-authored “America Invaded: A State by State Guide to Fighting on American Soil,” “America Invades: How America has Invaded or Been Militarily Involved With Nearly Every Country on Earth” and “Italy Invades: How Italians … Continue reading Reflection on Memorial Day with Chris Kelly
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