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Eyelevel’s hive of activity

Michaela Cavanagh — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Printed matter artist Andrew McLaren throws the book at Eyelevel’s history for the Re:PRINT Archival Printed Matter Residency. by Michaela Cavanagh Andrew McLaren is hoping to find things he's forgotten. The printed matter artist will be getting his hands dirty next over the next six weeks as he delves into the archives of Eyelevel Gallery in the name of commemorating its four decades and near-constant mutations for his Re:PRINT Archival Printed Matter Residency.…

Visual arts

Lizzy Hill — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Get off the couch and into the art galleries to check out these five exhibitions this summer. by Lizzy Hill You may hope your summer will resemble a montage from Bruce Brown's 1966 film The Endless Summer---full of palm trees, bronzed beach babes, golden sunsets and impossibly huge waves---but come on, we live in Halifax. Sure, there was a heat wave but it's over.…

All the Vixens

Stephanie Johns — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Vixens new 12” overflows with anger, power and tall socks. by Stephanie Johns Vixens is gathered in a bedroom/indoor yard sale site, just before one of the final basement shows at the house show staple Murderhouse. It's vocalist Josephine Stevens' birthday and she's fighting off a cold by belting her guts out with her new band Throat Hash and Vixens.…

Patio Guide '13

Allison Saunders — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

'Tis the season to drink in the day, eat on the sidewalk and over-caffeinate al fresco, that is, if you can find a seat. by Allison Saunders, Rachel Bloom and Kayleigh Robinson The Armview Here's a game. See how long you can watch the cars going round and round the rotary the entire time you're waiting for that burger and shake.…

Gingham style

Allison Saunders — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Tables, chairs and cutlery are for suckers. Surrender yourself to finger foods and grass stains---it's picnic season. by Allison Saunders Whether you're unpacking thoughtfully prepared snacks from your bike basket and setting them up just so on your red and white gingham blanket, or sitting on your sweatshirt, drinking wine from a travel mug and scarfing down a slice of yesterday's pizza, there's something classically summer about a spontaneous outdoor meal. Pack up the potato salad and follow the trail of ants to these top-notch picnic spots in the city.…

Letters to the editor, June 20, 2013

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

These are the letters and comments from the print edition A note on Dana This is Dana, or so the American Apparel ad tells us. It goes on to enlighten us thusly: She likes riding on the backs of motorcycles, hot guys with bi...g muscles, and is obsessed with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.…

Bodies of work

Shannon Webb-Campbell — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

OUTeast Film Festival’s Youth Mentorship Program supports filmmaker Stephanie Young with her upcoming trans-focused documentary. by Shannon Webb-Campbell Emerging local filmmaker Stephanie Young is deeply inspired by queer film. As part of OUTeast Film Festival's Youth Mentorship Program, her short film Scarlines screens Saturday June 22, as well as her work-in-progress documentary, accompanied by an artist talk, on Sunday.…

Theatre

Kate Watson — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

All the city’s a stage this summer, making it very easy to secure theatre buff status by the time fall rolls around. by Kate Watson July 31-August 5 Halifax International Busker Festival Water balloon gladiator.…

Scoop dreams

Andrew Patterson — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

A big X would mark Jubilee Junction on an ice cream treasure hunt, but the real gold here is Ian MacPhee, the man behind the counter. by Andrew Patterson Ice cream can be many things: a family outing, a great first date, a late-night secret, a sunburnt stop on the way home from the ocean. A creamy, ill-advised meal substitute.…

Dyscontrol’s record time

Jeff Lawton — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Dyscontrol’s new 7-inch shows a progression for the no-frills band. by Jeff Lawton "Not being punk enough for the punks and being too punk for the indie kids, people don't know where to throw us," says drummer Dave Brown. "The result usually sees us playing some interesting mixed bills, which we all like even though there are usually some confused faces."…

The hot dog trail

Melissa Buote — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Don't be a wiener, make the most of the dog days of summer by taking this very important culinary adventure. by Melissa Buote Hamburger shmamburger. Now that we have 10,000 so-called gourmet burgers to choose from in Halifax, here's a suggestion: eat a hot dog.…

Keep summer weird

Jacob Boon — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Head off the beaten tourist path for five great things you might not have done last summer. by Jacob Boon 1. Head down to the waterfront and try to find Erik, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic's mascot and "rodent control officer" for the CSS Acadia.…

Lying over the phone

Dan Savage — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

I’ve got a really taboo kink and we’ve just involved a stranger. Is it dangerous? Plus: Should I feel guilty about my fetish for the disabled? by Dan Savage Q I'm a straight guy in my early 30s with an amazing girlfriend of two years. A few months ago, I felt open enough to share my taboo fantasy: father/daughter incest.…

Head in the Clouds

Julie Sobowale — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

This is your last chance to catch the storm brewing in the group exhibit Clouds at Gallery Page and Strange. by Julie Sobowale A storm is coming. Artists put their heads in the Clouds, an exhibit with a majestic view of the skies.…

Insider Halifax

Rachel Bloom — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Your umbrella is crumpled and your toes are wrinkled---here are some spots to seek shelter and keep busy when your sunny day gets rained out. by Rachel Bloom In Halifax, it's a well-known fact the forecast is more likely to read "with a chance of showers" than any other type of weather. But there's no reason a little rain should ruin anyone's summer fun.…

The drinkers and dreamers guide

Whitney Moran — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

The perfect map for a roadie that’ll give you the real Nova Scotia craft beer experience. by Whitney Moran Beer. It's your patio companion, your trusted poolside sidekick, your most trusted advisor.…

This Ship’s Stars quality

Jeff Lawton — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

All the Stars & Elements, This Ship’s latest, offers a little bit of everything. by Jeff Lawton Since forming in 2011, Halifax-based indie group This Ship has been increasingly gaining speed and turning heads. One reason for this could be the band's kitchen sink approach, where tambourine breakdowns, gang singing, handclaps, keytar solos, heavy riffs and dance beats offer a little something for everyone.…

Cuir'ro

Jordyn F. Bochon — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Choose the Adventure (email YOUR choice to cuirro@8et8.net) by Jordyn F. Bochon

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Events & festivals

Lindsay Raining Bird — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Movies, food, fireworks and parades—you’re going to want to add these summer reliables to your day planner, stat by Lindsay Raining Bird June 21-23 RBC Multicultural Festival If your travel funds this year consist of the change you found between the couch cushions this morning, don't despair, there's still a way to experience culture (and charm your taste buds) close to home.…

Free Will Astrology

Rob Brezsny — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Resist schtick, Capricorn by Rob Brezsny Happy Birthday! Cancer (MAY 21 - JUNE 20)…

What I LOVE About Being Queer

Shannon Webb-Campbell — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Vivek Shraya’s film will be playing on loop in the Scotiabank Neptune Studio Theatre’s Lobby during the OUTeast Film Festival weekend. by Shannon Webb-Campbell Vivek Shraya has asked everyone from Sook-Yin Lee to Tegan Quin, and now he wants to know what Halifax loves about being queer. He's in town for the Outeast Film Festival, screening his film What I LOVE About Being Queer, giving an artist talk, as well reading from his book God Loves Hair at Over Easy: the OUTeast Awards brunch (June 23).…

Sports

Allison Saunders — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Hip checks, home runs, mud slides, big digs and EPIC feats---clearly summer 2013 is bringing its A game. by Allison Saunders Halifax Roller Derby You cannot say no to checking out a roller derby bout this summer because, let's be real, these badass athletes aren't the type you'll want to turn down. Entering its third season of ground-shaking showdowns, the Halifax Roller Derby Association has kicked off its home game schedule and will be facing off against teams from New Brunswick and PEI a handful of times this summer, and they'll take on each other in honour of the HRDA's third birthday on August 3.…

Ain't no fling

Allison Saunders — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Keeping a summer fling contained can be tough, but a little creativity goes a long way. by Allison Saunders Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsen were onto something until they dropped the l-bomb. The splashing around, the arcade trips, the late-night lemonade, the under-the-dock makeouts...they had a good thing going.…

Rad scientists

Emily Hiltz — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

Scientists of Sound will surprise you with “vastly different” new album Electric Scissors. by Emily Hiltz Halifax's tech-house duo Scientists of Sound is releasing its first full-length album, Electric Scissors. "The album has been a long time in the making," says Craig Mercer.…

Hey You Guys

Paul Hammond — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 -0300

by Paul Hammond

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