Monthly Archives: August 2010

Origin of the buzz


August 5, 2010


Complaining that Claudio Aprile’s Origin is a bit noisy is like saying O Noir – that subterranean grotto in a midtown tourist hotel whose patrons literally dine in the dark – might be a little on the dim side. And … Read more

BLUE Ocean Film Festival Names Carl Safina Winner of Sylvia Earle Award


August 4, 2010


MONTEREY, CA, August 3, 2010 — BLUE Ocean Film Festival, presented by Monterey Bay Aquarium August 24-29 in Monterey, CA, today named environmentalist Dr. Carl Safina the recipient of the 2010 Sylvia Earle Award. Dr. Earle will present the award … Read more

At home in a world of ideas


August 3, 2010


Controversy and Margaret Atwood have never been strangers. As former president of Pen Canada, she has been a long-time champion of writer’s rights. As one of the most-acclaimed writers alive, awards are an everyday affair. But her decision to accept … Read more