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September 20, 2012
superplanner:behind the scenes at supercrawl

Tim Potocic has the job of being one of the main organizers of Supercrawl, and it’s a huge task for a huge event. Last year, 50,000 people attended the festival, and this year’s expected attendance was around 75 000. Planning Supercrawl for so many people was a year-long job for Potocic. And as that year […]

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November 9, 2023
Explore different artists and genres of music with MOOD FM

At first glance, MOOD FM is simply a club at McMaster University where students meet to discuss and explore music on a weekly basis. However, since its ratification in May 2022, the club has carved out a unique identity and purpose for itself.  

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September 7, 2023
Four events happening in Hamilton this fall not to be missed

September is the perfect time to explore Hamilton. The weather is pleasant, school isn’t too busy and there’s lots to do! Here are some events that are coming up in the next few weeks that are not to be missed. 

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February 16, 2023
Hamilton Winterfest is changing how people see the city and the winter season 

Winterfest is a widespread event hosted by the city to chase away the winter blues From Feb. 2 to 20, Hamilton is holding its annual Winterfest. This event is being hosted in partnership with Cobalt Connects, a company focused on promoting arts and culture in Hamilton in an effort to bring over 60 fun activities, […]

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October 28, 2021
Indulge in the beauty of antiques and vintage clothing with Ouro Vintage 

C/O @ourovintage The owner of Ouro Vintage shares her love for all things vintage Once you fall in love with vintage, it is difficult to escape it. Each item carries a unique history and these stories, combined with a sense of nostalgia associated with the items, invoke feelings of comfort. Discovering unique pieces hidden in […]

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September 30, 2021
The more things change, the more things stays the same

C/O Stephanie Montani Supercrawl may look a bit different this year, but the important pieces remain the same. Since it began in 2009, Supercrawl has become an integral part of not only Hamilton’s arts and culture community, but the city’s larger community as well. The festival showcases local talent in a range of areas from […]

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April 13, 2021
Reflecting on our successes and ensuring accountability

Holding space for community stories through arts and culture journalism C/O Anne Nygard As the year comes to an end, it’s important to take the time to reflect on the past few months. This serves not only as an opportunity to measure and celebrate our successes but also to recognize our shortcomings. It allows us […]

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April 9, 2021
The Silhouette: Class of 2021

Silhouette graduates reflect on what being part of the Sil has meant to them C/O Baim Hanif By: Esther Liu, Contributor Andrew Mrozowski Managing Editor Most likely to be late to their own wedding My elementary school music teacher, he went to [McMaster University] in the 90s. When I decided to go to McMaster, he […]

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February 18, 2021
Define your own beauty

Brass Beauties empowers Hamiltonians with the art of pole-dancing Seven years ago, Lisa Esposto started pole-dancing. She originally bought into it to strengthen her core. After a month of pole-dancing, she became hooked on taking daily classes. “It helps me a lot mentally, helps me look at myself in a different way, [I] became more […]

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December 10, 2020
Winter markets are still supporting small businesses during the pandemic

Hamilton Artists Inc. and Ushi Mart have created platforms for customers to safely buy from small businesses With heightened uncertainty, evolving public health guidelines and many people heading online to shop for gifts, many winter markets have closed this holiday season. However, a few have stayed open by pivoting to the physically distanced shopping experiences. […]

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