Music Review: Oasis – Time Flies…1994-2009

For 15 years Oasis were the poster boys of Britpop. The achingly hip and suitably moody Gallagher brothers were the essence of Cool Britannia. They raised hell and drank to excess, waged brother wars against each other and wrote such classic rock anthems as “Wonderwall” and “Champagne …

Unplug: 2010 Summer Guide

It’s time to step away from the computer, head outside and reacquaint yourself with the natural wonders of Minneapolis. We’ve put together a guide to some fun summertime activities.

Kinks bassist Pete Quaife dead at 66

RIP Pete From CNN: Pete Quaife, the original bassist of the Kinks, has died, according to bandmate Ray Davies. Quaife was 66. Quaife died of kidney failure Wednesday in Herlev, Denmark. He moved to Denmark in 2005 after many years in Canada. He had recently gotten engaged to his partner, Elisabeth. “I am overwhelmed with emotion- I literally can’t speak- we might never have done any of this …

Music Review: Oasis – Time Flies…1994-2009

Oasis release their swansong with a 26 track singles collection and remind us why they were the kings of Britpop. Britpop – Greatest hits – Arts – Music – Shopping

David Wild: "Talking Old Soldiers": A Chatty Playlist for Stanley McChrystal

As the story of General Stanley McChrystal’s interview with Rolling Stone started to rock our world, I was at the airport headed for London….

Summerfest Day 4: Justin Bieber

Teen heartthrob Justin Bieber started out as a YouTube sensation, but quickly moved beyond the video-sharing Web site. Bieber’s popularity has led to canceled shows and safety concerns. Hopefully, Summerfest fans will be a bit more reserved when Bieber brings his “My World” tour to the Marcus Amphitheater.

July: Independence Day celebrations get month off to a bang

Adventures in Gardening, a series of gardening classes for children, ages 3-8, Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park, 3825 W. Farm Road 146. Classes are divided by age. Classes for Roots and Shoots (ages 3-5) continues July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 2 and Oct. 7. Classes for Garden Explorers, ages 6-8, continue July 22, Aug. 26, Sept. 23 and Oct. 28. Fee is $3 for one class; times vary. Pre-register at 837 …

July: Independence Day celebrations get month off to a bang

Adventures in Gardening, a series of gardening classes for children, ages 3-8, Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park, 3825 W. Farm Road 146. Classes are divided by age. Classes for Roots and Shoots (ages 3-5) continues July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 2 and Oct. 7. Classes for Garden Explorers, ages 6-8, continue July 22, Aug. 26, Sept. 23 and Oct. 28. Fee is $3 for one class; times vary. Pre-register at 837 …

ARTS & IDEAS: Remaining events calendar for A&I Festival

Tickets for all performances with admission price may be purchased at www.artidea.org/tickets, at the Shubert Theater Box Office (247 College Street, New Haven) or by phone at 203-562-5666 or 888-736-2663. For a complete listing of events, visit www.artidea.org.

ARTS & IDEAS: Remaining events calendar for A&I Festival

Tickets for all performances with admission price may be purchased at www.artidea.org/tickets, at the Shubert Theater Box Office (247 College Street, New Haven) or by phone at 203-562-5666 or 888-736-2663. For a complete listing of events, visit www.artidea.org.