Once again, we’ve thrown our crafty hats into the ring of the Hilltown Families Hand-made Valentine Swap! This annual tradition charges local families in the hidden hamlets of western Massachusetts (the Hilltowns) with creating original Valentines and sending them to other families and individuals. I’ve actually participated in the HFHVS several times, including before I … Continue reading Hilltown Families Hand-made Valentine Swap 2021!
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Geeks on Fleek: The Art of Nerd Burlesque
Last weekend, we hit up something new: a body-positive, male/female, nerd-themed burlesque show. Stay with me. The show was created by Western Mass.-based troupe Bon Appetit Burlesque, which often performs in the Northampton area and is lead by the delightful Hors D'oeuvres, pronounced the way you want to say it. So let's break down Nerd … Continue reading Geeks on Fleek: The Art of Nerd Burlesque
Prize Secured for Blogtoberfest Guest Post Contest!
There are nine days of October left, and that means nine more days of Blogtoberfest! Guest posts submitted and published between now and Nov. 1 are eligible to win The Jump's annual contest, and we've just secured our first prize, with more to come. Readers will be asked to choose their favorite post on or … Continue reading Prize Secured for Blogtoberfest Guest Post Contest!