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Arts Paper

As the editorially independent arm of The Arts Council of Greater New Haven, the Arts Paper seeks to celebrate, explore, and investigate the fine, visual, performing and culinary arts in and around New Haven.

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"This Is Why We Festival"

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Atticus Snags Its First “Whole Grain Ninja”

Atticus Bookstore and Cafe's new baker Josh Kanter: baker by day, whole grain ninja by night? Lucy Gellman Photos.

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“Moon Rocks” Land On York Street

In addition to a signature maple chocolate-chip and a now-beloved oatmeal raisin walnut, Cynthia Rae has grown her repertoire to include 84 flavors, including vegan and nonvegan options. The cookies are named after the popular "moon rocks" of the 1970s and 80s. Lucy Gellman Photos.

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Humanities Flex A Legislative Muscle

Clockwise, from top: Connecticut State Librarian Kendall F. Wiggin, David Green of the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County, NEMA Director of Engagement Meg Winikates, and Connecticut League of History Organizations Executive Director Laurie P Lamarre. Lucy Gellman Photos.

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In East Rock, Two Visions For Public Art

Artist Linda Lindroth is advocating for bringing in new public art to calm traffic at Livingston and Cold Spring Street, where there is a dangerous four-way stop. Camille Ansley wants to see grassroots neighborhood beautification in Cedar Hill. The Neighborhood Public Improvement Funds (NPIP) budget may only be able to cover one. Lucy Gellman Photos.

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Fair Haven Parklet Project Takes Root

"When you suddenly realize the trees have names and they have characters the way that you walk around New Haven is very different. You’re like: “Oh, that’s an elm tree!” “That’s a sycamore!” “That’s a sweetgum!” You realize they have personalities." Misha Semenov Photo.

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Newhallville Mural Lifts Off, With Strings Attached

Adae's rendering. Photo courtesy Kwadwo Adae.

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Rhythm Lager Flows Into Connecticut

Alisa Bowens-Mercado and her husband, John D. Mercado. David Sepulveda for the New Haven Independent.

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Strange Ways Pairs Up With Paramount

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Vintanthromodern Waves A Bittersweet Goodbye

Melissa Gonzales: “I didn’t want to be quiet about it.” Lucy Gellman Photos.

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