Walking up to the gazebo in the middle of Swampscott Commons, the faint sound of guitar strings can be heard through the commotion of whizzing cars passing by on the street. Getting closer, Sandy … [Read more...] about Jamming in the Commons
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Art a lifelong pursuit for Hersh Goldman
The first time Hersh Goldman remembers being noticed for his art was in the third grade. Goldman, a resident of Swampscott for the last 35 years, grew up in Lowell, where he quickly developed a … [Read more...] about Art a lifelong pursuit for Hersh Goldman
All the world’s a stage for these lovers
Julie and Bryan Butters, a Swampscott couple, met via Match.com on New Year’s Day nine years ago. Since then, they have shared their love story through William Shakespeare’s plays. It didn’t take … [Read more...] about All the world’s a stage for these lovers
The play’s the thing
Two years ago in pre-COVID times, many of us didn’t even know about Zoom — a cloud-based communications app. Although it provided convenience and changed the way we work and connect, some say that … [Read more...] about The play’s the thing
A change of art: Textures and patterns shape Tom Jefferies’ career decision
By MEAGHAN CASEY After decades of putting his artistic passions on the backburner, Tom Jefferies finally acknowledged it was a calling he just couldn’t continue to ignore. Jefferies, who was … [Read more...] about A change of art: Textures and patterns shape Tom Jefferies’ career decision