How the Smithsonian found its way to the small town of Ashby, Massachusetts
The Smithsonian Institute's 'Voices and Votes' exhibit brings a national conversation on democracy to the Ashby Free Public Library.
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Meet three authors who wrote some of the most banned books in America
Jodi Picoult, Maia Kobabe and Sandra Cisneros have each written books that have been challenged and banned throughout the country.
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Bilingual ‘Hamlet’ production takes to Chelsea’s streets
Apollinaire Theatre Company, Teatro Chelsea and the city present an immersive adaptation, catering to both English and Spanish speakers. -
A hip-hop party for the people comes to Boston
A music festival on City Hall Plaza celebrates the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. -
The divinity of Beyoncé’s ‘Church Girl’
For some people, the song “Church Girl” has a divine meaning.
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