The Italy I Love: Spring Awakenings
April 4, 2026
Planting seeds for a brighter future, Lucca-based writer Jess Simpson celebrates the beauty of spring in Italy. … More The Italy I Love: Spring Awakenings
Category: Festivals
Celebrating Flower Power in Spello, Italy
May 29, 2016
There’s hardly a better way to experience a culture than by participating in a destination’s traditional festivals. At least, that’s always been my motto, leading us to plan entire trips around the concept. Oyster festival in Apalachicola. Theatre festival in New York City. Jazz festival in New Orleans. Wine festival in Barcelona. Asparagus, yes asparagus, … More Celebrating Flower Power in Spello, Italy
Feeling the Magic at Birmingham’s Sidewalk Film Fest
August 28, 2014
As you’ve seen in previous posts, I’ll travel a fine distance in search of art and adventure; but I always try to experience creative endeavors in my own backyard as well. Thankfully, these are fairly easy to find when a city is flourishing creatively like Birmingham, Alabama is right now. Part of my mission with … More Feeling the Magic at Birmingham’s Sidewalk Film Fest
Light Dreaming in Birmingham
June 24, 2014
I always enjoy stumbling upon cool art festivals during travels. So in that same spirit, I’m sharing information on this incredibly innovative festival in my hometown, Birmingham, AL. Full disclosure, for the past three years, I’ve had the amazing experience of serving as producer and curator for the fest: LIGHT DREAMS. It’s a cutting edge … More Light Dreaming in Birmingham
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