Arts & Entertainment

A new edition of Elephants In The Room, a collection of short fiction and essays examining life, love, and the tragedy and comedy of the human condition, has now been published by Speaking Volumes LLC. Elephants In The Room is written by award-winning author Charlene Wexler. Whether she is tackling fiction or essays, Charlene Wexler writes from the heart. With a keen eye for detail and a way of looking at the world a bit sideways, Wexler's writings in Elephants In The Room will entertain while they make you think. See https://tinyurl.com/EITRstoriesessays to arrive at the Amazon.com site for the print edition of Charlene Wexler's Elephants In The Room. For the Kindle edition, go to https://tinyurl.com/EITRKindle. "My readers tell me that my short fiction and essays are particularly fun to read," Wexler said. In Elephants In The Room, Wexler's fiction and essays are grouped in five categories. Coming of Age features essays and fiction about growing up and reaching ... Continue reading →

Johnson Brunetti, an independent retirement and investment specialist firm founded in 2003, has moved its Franklin office to a larger location at 1 Fisher Street in Franklin. The new office officially opened on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. It replaces Johnson Brunetti’s previous Franklin location in the nearby Franklin Village Plaza. The new 2,754-square-foot office includes five conference rooms, compared with two at the former office, providing additional space for client meetings, educational sessions and collaboration among team members. Johnson Brunetti’s Franklin team has also grown from four employees to 15 employees over the past five years. The larger office gives the firm room to accommodate its expanding team and continue serving a growing number of clients in Franklin and the surrounding communities. “Our new Franklin office gives us room to continue growing while preserving the personal, local service our clients have come to expect,” said David ... Continue reading →

Johnson Brunetti, a local retirement and investment specialist firm, is hosting a free community movie event on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM at AMC Braintree 10, 121 Grandview Rd, Braintree, MA 02184. The evening will feature a special showing of The Psychology of Retirement, an educational film exploring the financial, emotional and social aspects of retirement. This includes coverage of Social Security and Medicare. The movie, with Joel Johnson, co-founder of Johnson Brunetti, serving as one of its executive producers, includes commentary from leading financial thinkers, including Morgan Housel, author of the bestselling book The Psychology of Money, as well as prominent economists and public officials, such as David Walker, former Comptroller General and public trustee for Social Security and Medicare, David Duley, Jason Fichtner, Becky Swansberg, Rodney Brooks, Justin Fitzpatrick, Johnny Poulsen and Brian Wesbury. “With inflation and market uncertainty top of mind, ... Continue reading →

Washington, DC, Aug 1, 2026 -- The Washington Fine Arts Commission’s (WFAC) approval of  updates to the Chaplains Monuments in Section 2 at Arlington National Cemetery is being celebrated by the National Conference on Ministry. The approval by the WFAC was established at the organization’s recent July 16th meeting. The WFAC reviews all national art related construction projects in Washington DC. The celebration is the culmination of over a decade of work in advocacy by the National Conference on Ministry. Retired Navy Rear Admiral, Rabbi Harold Robinson noted, “NCMAF rejoices that the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) has approved the design of the updates at Chaplains Hill Memorial, Arlington national cemetery. In doing so CFA has acknowledged sacred work of Chaplains, who go forward with our soldiers, sailors, and marines, Kostas, and guardians, often in harms way, always unarmed, to provide  spiritual strength, and solace to the men and women in far ... Continue reading →

The bird toys market is demonstrating robust growth driven by rising pet ownership and increasing awareness about avian mental health and enrichment. As bird enthusiasts seek innovative and safe toys, the industry is witnessing strategic advancements fueled by evolving consumer preferences and market dynamics. Market Size and Overview The bird toys market size is expected to reach US$ 2.54 Bn by 2032, from US$ 1.50 Bn in 2025, at a CAGR of 7.8% during the forecast period. This strong market forecast reflects expanding market segments and rising demand for diversely designed, eco-friendly, and interactive bird toys. The industry size shows significant potential, driven by increased market revenue across developed and emerging regions, complementing the Bird Toys Market Report insights. Market Drivers One of the key market drivers is the growing trend of pet humanization, particularly post-pandemic, where consumers increasingly treat birds as family members. This shift is propelling ... Continue reading →

New York, NY, August 17, 2026 -- DME Music News Company "Music, once admitted to the soul, becomes a sort of spirit, and never dies." - Edward Bulwer Lytton In the time of servitude after 1619 many people from the continent of Africa were in a constant mental state of depression, and so they began to write, and sing songs to uplift, and inspire for better outcomes in their future. This same idea was established in the African American community during the early 70's. The urban African American communities were drug, and crime infested, and the children chose the street life in order to survive. American society always confirmed that Africans were a soulful people, and had a talent in dance while expressing themselves through song, but these same people wanted revolution for past crimes against their humanity. This anger led to the development of rap, and hip-hop genre of music. This type of music said something to the people, and the listeners replied with productive ... Continue reading →

New England heavy metal band B.F. Raid continues to expand the reach of its new album, Combat Zone, with new radio support on both sides of the border. WNES (The Sound of New England) has added Combat Zone to its rotation, while Estación Rock in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, has added B.F. Raid to its programming and will feature “The Greatest Show in Town” during its Friday-night broadcast. The two additions connect B.F. Raid with audiences through two distinctly different but equally important independent media outlets. WNES is a newly launched online radio show and media project created to provide a radio-style platform for local New England bands. Estación Rock is a long-running Mexican rock and metal program with roots stretching back to 1986 and a history of introducing listeners to established, emerging and independent artists from around the world. For B.F. Raid, the addition of Combat Zone to WNES is particularly meaningful. The album was conceived as ... Continue reading →

The laser projection market is witnessing rapid transformation driven by technological innovations and growing demand across diverse sectors such as entertainment, automotive, and retail. With significant advancements in high-brightness and compact laser projection systems, industry players are capitalizing on market growth opportunities to expand their footprint globally. Market Size and Overview The laser projection market is estimated to be valued at USD 20.73 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 67.22 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.3% from 2025 to 2032.   The robust Laser Projection Market Growth is fueled by increasing adoption in sectors including cinema, advertising, and automotive heads-up displays. The industry size is expanding with growing technological sophistication and integration of laser projection systems into various commercial applications, which is reflected in comprehensive market reports focusing on the latest market ... Continue reading →

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The Southland Symphony Orchestra opens its 2026–27 season with "An American Journey", a special concert exploring the stories, ideals, hopes, and experiences that have helped shape the United States. Ontario, CA, September 26, 2026 -- The concert will be presented on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at Bethel Congregational Church, 536 N. Euclid Ave., Ontario, CA 91762, under the direction of Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, Music Director and Conductor. At the heart of the program is Peter Boyer's powerful multimedia work Ellis Island: The Dream of America, which combines symphony orchestra and visual images with the words of immigrants who entered the United States through Ellis Island. Their real-life recollections are portrayed by actors as the orchestra provides a sweeping musical setting, bringing individual experiences of departure, uncertainty, hope, and new beginnings to life. The program also features Aaron Copland's Lincoln Portrait, with Terry Weatherby, ... Continue reading →