Nadine Krasnow, CRS
The Film Festival concluded last night during torrential rain. But the rest of the week was buzzy and fun, going from film to film, and as always, hearing from various of the makers and actors. I don’t know if it was just what I chose, but there were a lot of films about life-and-death struggles of various kinds, all intense. An interesting week in Woods Hole!
Writer/producer/director Noor Gharzeddine of “Are You Glad I’m Here” at the Woods Hole Film Festival Friday evening. Tough movie about an abusive husband in Lebanon, the consequences, a new American friend, and a supportive family. Well done. Interestingly, the (Lebanese) filmmaker went to medical school, as did her sisters, before deciding that filmmaking was more her thing than medicine. Also, the main character’s name is the same as mine, don’t see that much.
Here’s a chance to preview a home that will be on the prestigious West Falmouth Library house tour (Sept. 30 this year)! Take time to enjoy the views of the expansive 3/4 acre, savor the light, be dazzled by the kitchen, admire the custom millwork and thoughtful design. It’s open, light and airy, and has lovely flower gardens that attract butterflies and hummingbirds, as well as grounds that would easily accommodate a pool without compromising your yard. The garden shed will inspire you. Truly unique in today’s market, it’s worth seeing even if you’re not a buyer. We welcome you to our open house Sat., 12:00-3:00. Asking $925,000.
One of the pleasures of VT in the summer is heading to the local farm. This is where I check in. Bought fresh (an hour picked) corn, organic blueberries from the field next to the farm stand, annuals to plant with my daughter in her garden, and a heavenly lunch, from field to table daily. A feast for the eyes as well:
Was at Traffic Court in Brattleboro Wed., appealing (successfully!) a violation. Had a ball walking around town. Here’s what I saw, starting with this incredible “layer-cake” steeple at the Centre Congregational Church.
The Stone Church in Brattleboro, now the site of what looks like some very cool concerts and performances. But look at the roof. I loved the sharp angles, points, and slate shining in the sun.
I think these are the old window spaces in the historic Latchis Theater in downtown Brattleboro. Very fun that they’re painted with theatrical images. The river burbles underneath, with leafy places above to sit, gaze, sip… Do the shoppers coming and going from the Brattleboro Co-op, from which this is the view, still notice? Or does this require fresh eyes to see?
And there were logging trucks everywhere. This isn’t something we see on Cape Cod.
I did get to Mitchell-Giddings Fine Arts to check on my favorite piece from last time I was here. This is a sculpture made from the black mesh of fireplace screens. The artist is Eric Boyer and this piece is called Apollo. I love the unlikeliness of the material and expression. One of the homes on the last West Falmouth Library tour had one of these, immediately recognizable.
