The clay ball hit the wheel with a loud thunk. The mound lay in the center of the silver disc, lifeless. She sat down on the stool and pressed her foot to the pedal and the earthy mass began to move. The clean silver disc became a muddy sun as the water spewed away from the clay into the moat below. The most hypnotic aspect was watching how … Continue reading THROWBACK THURSDAY: SouthSide Arts Festival
The old blast furnaces sit stagnant and aged as new life blooms in gardens on the trestle. Rust and decay hang like a peeling scab while the plants grow and thrive. The walkway was packed with excited residents to witness the view, while others were on a tour with a relative. As a past employee of Bethlehem Steel, the relative relays stories and points to a past still within … Continue reading Hoover Mason Trestle
The lawn was illuminated with the recessed lighting giving the venue a magical feel. Star-spangled flags blew in the warm air. This particular night was heavy with heat as people toted chairs condensed down in drawstring bags. The lawn was not the only seating – a great view of the show could be seen from Sands Deck. That’s where we were heading after a quick stop for a beer – the … Continue reading Levitt Pavilion – SteelStacks
The breeze was chilly, but the sun was illuminating all the treasures. A bowl of Star Wars figurines sat on the table. Hands rummaged through them as if it were a candy bowl looking for their favorite flavor. There were tables of old tools, aged with laborious hours, toys of yesteryear, handcrafted jewelry, and ceramic knickknacks spread across the parking lot waiting to be reclaimed and re-purposed. … Continue reading 99.9 The Hawk Spring Cleaning Yard Sale
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