The title of Patti Smith's new book is M Train: "Mind train, a train of thought that can lead anywhere," she says. The events in it are shaped by the kind of poetic logic that only touches those open to the mysteries of chance. In it, Smith makes many pilgrimages—to French Guiana, Japan, Mexico, England, Iceland, Morocco, France—each specifically to tie up a loose end, be it in fiction or in life. Each journey, even the one to the corner deli in Greenwich Village to buy a small regular coffee, opens up a magical portal. Read More...
For residents of the San Francisco Bay Area hoping to stay warm and cozy in front of their fireplaces this chilly rain filled Christmas, authorities have reminded them that wood burning is prohibited.
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District has issued a Spare the Air Alert from Dec 22 to Christmas Day, banning burning wood, manufactured logs, or any other solid fuel both indoors and outdoors.
The mandate, which sees those who violate the rule receiving a $100 fine and those who repeat offend up to $500, hope it will reduce the risk of carcinogenic substance related respiratory illnesses from fine particulate pollution which comes from wood smoke. Read More...
Holiday sales are everywhere you turn, and Target’s Black Friday deals are too good to pass up this year. With over 33,000 fashion markdowns on flowy dresses, cozy sweaters, comfortable footwear, and more, the retailer has plenty of trendy sale styles to add to your cold-weather wardrobe starting at just $6. We suggest wasting no time adding them to your virtual cart since these deals are selling out quickly. Keep scrolling to see the 30 pieces we’re eyeing at Target’s Black Friday sale. Read More...
