I have observed that life has felt heavy for many people throughout our community. I am reminded of Sisyphus — the mythological character forced to roll a boulder up a hill day after day after day. We all carry the weight of our boulders as we trudge through rainy[Read More…]
Author: SARAH DE LEON for The Chronicle
Diversity right in front of us … if we’re looking
Recently I had the privilege of sitting down with two talented Black members of our community to discuss their respective projects, achievements, and the hopes they have for Lane County. Lyta Blunt is a dynamic drag queen, DJ, singer/songwriter, and producer who has taken the local entertainment scene by storm. [Read More…]
‘The Ladies Shakespeare Club’ premieres Feb. 17 at The Very Little Theatre
“All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players.” (Act 2, Scene 7 of “As You Like It”) These words from Shakespeare remind us that we all play our parts in this beautifully chaotic world. Our stories intertwine as we move through the stages of life[Read More…]
Review: ‘Good Man, Charlie Brown’ a bright, whirlwind performance
COTTAGE GROVE — Sunday, Feb. 5 was a dreary, gray afternoon in Lane County. The inside of The Cottage Theatre, however, was a pleasant contrast. My best friend and I, along with a nearly sold out theatre of eager audience members, were immediately greeted with a bright, vibrant set. For[Read More…]
Main Street Sweets: Made with love
SPRINGFIELD — A sweet smell was in the air last month as the Springfield Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed its latest addition to downtown Springfield: Main Street Sweets, a family owned and operated business. The dessert shop was packed with both people and merriment during its ribbon cutting ceremony. Appetites[Read More…]
Non-Swifty’s take note: Music is ‘the’ thing
I am one of the millions of Americans infuriated that I couldn’t get tickets to see Taylor Swift. If you’re reading this and you’re also angry about how everything unfolded this last week, it’s okay. So am I. Our feelings are very valid, and I can assure you that you[Read More…]
Creativity taking flight at playhouse
SPRINGFIELD – On the corner of 4th and Main streets there is an elegant Pegasus proudly displayed by the front window. Her name is Stardust, and she is the mascot for Pegasus Playhouse: a non-profit theater company that aims to educate and empower young artists through “Empathy, Excellence and a[Read More…]
Beginning the holiday season on a ‘spirited’ note
There is a specific time of year where wedding bells turn to school bells, tans fade, and the puddles at our feet remind us that the months filled with holiday mania are just around the corner. It seems to be a universal truth that as we get older, sometimes we[Read More…]
My promise to you: A love letter to Lane County
If you are reading this, then I appreciate you. There is an endless amount of content you could be consuming but right now, at this very moment, you are taking the time out of your day to read my first column on the opinion page in a locally owned newspaper. [Read More…]
