Picasso and Einstein walk into a bar…
Henry James, Editor
December 13, 2018
Filed under Arts and Entertainment, News, Spartan Spotlight
This weekend, Shepaug Dramatics will be presenting Picasso at the Lapin Agile, a comedy by Steve Martin. Come see this spectacular work, directed by Tim DiRosa, a Shepaug graduate.
The All-American High School Film Festival brings student filmmakers together
Henry James, Reporter/Editor
December 1, 2018
Filed under Arts and Entertainment, Reporter/Writer, Showcase, Video
The All-American High School Film Festival is the top destination for talented high school filmmakers where there is a goal to connect the filmmakers of the future with the rewards, respect, and recognition they deserve.
Witch’s Dungeon Spooks Connecticut Residents this Halloween
Thomas Bachelier and Tiernan Crossley
October 30, 2018
Filed under Arts and Entertainment, Showcase, Video
The Witch's Dungeon in Bristol is a classic movie museum filled with scary life-size figures and original movie props. But don't get it twisted, it's not a haunted house, but instead a house of horror educating visitors about some frightening classics.
Shakesperience Brings Theatre to Local High Schools
April 10, 2018
Filed under Arts and Entertainment, News, Showcase, Spartan Spotlight, Video
Shakesperience Productions is a 22-year-old company which brings life to shows such as Hamlet, the Jungle Book, and Romeo and Juliet. They create interactive theater to perform at schools and at other venues across the state. So, why is Shakespeare such a big deal? Why would a company dedicate its mission to spreading the words of an author who died over 400 years ago?
Oktoberfest arrives at the New Milford Green
Kayla Amorosa and Mallory Noone
October 23, 2017
Filed under Arts and Entertainment, Video
Oktoberfest is traditionally a festival held annually in Germany. However, central europeans aren’t the only ones that get to celebrate in the festivities.
Field Trips Benefit Student Learning
Imre Mancini, Bram Gattie, and Maya Jacob
October 19, 2017
Filed under Arts and Entertainment
Shepaug students and teachers find field trips valuable learning experiences and hope to go on more in the upcoming school years. “Learning needs to happen outside the classroom not just inside,” says Mrs. Pitt, a teacher at Shepaug Valley School. “Field trips are great opportunities that let students see real world skills in action.”
iOS 11 is Here!
Henry James, Writer
October 2, 2017
Filed under Arts and Entertainment
On Tuesday the 19th, the latest operating system for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch was released. In this update, there was major redesign for all devices, especially iPad. “The update takes the best and most advanced operating system and turns it up to 11,” Apple’s CEO Tim Cook said at their keynote presentation.
1984: A Time When 2 + 2 = 5
Megan James, Book Reviewer and Travel Blogger
January 12, 2017
Filed under Arts and Entertainment
“WAR IS PEACE. FREEDOM IS SLAVERY. IGNORANCE IS STRENGTH.” It’s London, 1984. War is constant and the Party controls everything-- every action and every thought is closely monitored in order to keep society in order. The face of the Party’s leader, Big Brother, is pasted on every street corner, storefr...
History Spotlight: The Christmas Truce of 1914
Alvin Hermans, History Spotlight Writer
December 19, 2016
Filed under Arts and Entertainment
During the middle of one of Europe’s darkest hours, World War I, in a lull in combat on the night of Christmas Eve 1914, the British soldiers sitting in their trenches in Fleming noticed something odd: sparkling lights coming from the other side of ‘No Man’s Land’. Their minds set ablaze. Was it ...
Three life lessons we can learn from Tolkien’s The Hobbit
Megan James, Book Reviewer
October 21, 2016
Filed under Arts and Entertainment
Back in 1937, there once was a man named J. R. R. Tolkien who ended up crafting one of the most timeless, cherished stories of all time; a book that encouraged readers of all ages to imagine a world unlike any other-- a world with fire-breathing dragons and grumbling goblins and stubborn dwarves. It’s a ...
FICTIONAL NOVEL: ‘With Eyes She Couldn’t See’ – Chapter 1
Noelia Aguirre, Novelist
October 15, 2016
Filed under Arts and Entertainment
Noelia Aguirre is writing a full-length fictional novel for her senior project class. Tune in every few weeks to see another excerpt from her novel as she continues write away!
Tartt’s The Goldfinch is a must read
Emily Prezioso, Book Reviewer
September 30, 2016
Filed under Arts and Entertainment
The Goldfinch, by Donna Tartt, won the Pulitzer Prize in 2014 and is Ms. Tartt’s third novel. The book begins with a terrorist bombing at a New York City art museum. Thirteen-year-old Theo survives, but unfortunately his mother perishes. Moments before the attack, Theo and his mother, an avid art ...
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