Today we have good stories, good music, and good fights.
NYT best selling author and illustrators Tony DiTerlizzi and Jeff Kinney both have new books for your littler ones each dealing with a touch of the spooky. DiTerlizzi’s “The Wump” sees a middle school student’s inner demons suddenly become outer ones, and Kinney’s “Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2” expands from the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series. We talk with both about their work and upcoming event on Oct. 8 at the Academy of Music celebrate.
And live music with Brazilian musician Rogê, who’ll bring his unique blend of samba, soul, bossa nova, and funk to our studios before you can see him in person at the Parlor Room Sep. 24. We get a chance to learn about the driving forces behind his move to the U.S. and the evolution of his last few albums.
And Congressman Jim McGovern is frustrated amidst this latest congressional break, especially considering the current visit and talks with China, Trump’s latest barrage of vitriol, and the needed momentum to support his latest legislation intending to feed and support some of the most vulnerable members of our community.
