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

PodCamp WM returns for its EIGHTH session!

Social media and networking event returns to Holyoke Community College on April 2   HOLYOKE, Mass. – PodCamp Western Mass. (PCWM) returns to the region for its eighth session on Saturday, April 2 at Holyoke Community College’s Kittredge Business Center. PCWM is the longest running event of its kind in New England, organized by local … Continue reading PodCamp WM returns for its EIGHTH session!

Hilltown Families Handmade Valentine Swap 

Behold, the spoils of the Hilltown Families Handmade Valentine Swap! I signed up for this annual community tradition for the second time this year, and for the first time as a mom. This time around, the whole process was even more fun, and the entire family got involved. Created by Hilltown Families, the handmade valentine … Continue reading Hilltown Families Handmade Valentine Swap 

The Food Truck Rodeo Round-up

After the Winter that Wouldn't End, it seems like years since last spring. But today was the first Official Really Good Day of 2015 in the Berkshires; the sun shining, the breeze blowing, the tourist season yet to peak. Perfect. Regardless of the weather, the Family Rags had its plans set. We were heading out … Continue reading The Food Truck Rodeo Round-up

Blogtoberfest Guest Post: The Tattooed Ladies of the Mohawk Trail, by Ralph Brill

MANY BEAUTIFUL AND INTERESTING TATTOOED LADIES LIVE ALONG THE MOHAWK TRAIL – FROM BOSTON TO ALBANY. WE WILL MEET SOME OF THESE SPECIAL WOMEN IN A BEAUTIFUL BOOK AND TRAVELING EXHIBITION. WE ARE SEEKING TATTOOED* LADIES OF ALL AGES, SIZES AND COLORS WHO LIVE ALONG THIS ROUTE 2 REGION. NUDE WITH ONE GREAT TATTOO OR … Continue reading Blogtoberfest Guest Post: The Tattooed Ladies of the Mohawk Trail, by Ralph Brill