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Tag: Cambridge
Art of Decay: Where Do We Go From Here?
In pondering the curators’ decisions to highlight these artists, I can’t help but conclude that they’re making a statement about the current state of civilization, politics, and art. But I ask, where do we go from here?
Window Shopping at Anthropologie, H Square
Anthropologie, located at 48 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA has taken over the old Design Research building–which has sat almost empty for over a year since Crate and Barrel moved out. The store carries an enticing array of clothing, jewelry, shoes, boots and bags–most items are a bit ornate for my simple tastes but definitely worth a visit if only to see the store’s beautiful and creative arrangements of merchandise.
Love and Other Drugs: Funny but Difficult
But while the is full of sex scenes and Viagara jokes, don’t be fooled: it’s funny and enjoyable but deals with difficult and provocative themes.
Mao’s Last Dancer–breathtakingly beautiful
Mao’s Last Dancer is so moving that I even teared up at times. I’d give it 3 and 3/4 stars–and a great recommendation for anyone who likes dance and US patriotism.
In and Out: Chakaia Booker–untiring at the DeCordova
At first, I was put off by Booker’s big black rubber sculptures–but once I understood more about them, was mesmerized by the beauty of their patterns, and the messages they convey.
Health gizmos for non-geeks: new monitoring devices for staying well
I was blown away when I heard about pill bottle caps that will tell you (or your doctor or your caretakers) if you’ve forgotten to take your meds…a kazoo that measures the chemistry of the air from your lungs…and a telephone that can assess whether you’re depressed–from the tones of your voice. Remote health monitoring gizmos are not for the future: they are now!
Nine-Day Cambridge Science Festival Showcases City’s Tech Prowess
Join me at the Cambridge Science Festival Cambridge Innovation Center Open House (or attend a myriad of other events) through May 3.