Q&A with The Clockwork Dark trilogy author John Claude Bemis | MAY 22

Staff writer Charlie Shelton talked to John Claude Bemis, author of “The Clockwork Dark” trilogy, about the inspiration behind his books and what steampunk means to him before his book signing at the Ackland Museum Store on Thursday.

Q&A with 'Catfish' producer Valerie Hamerling | MAY 3

Assistant Arts Editor Josephine Yurcaba spoke with one of the producers for MTV’s “Catfish,” Valerie Hamerling, about the prevalence of online dating and what Nev and Max look for in applications for the show.

'Spring Training' presents fresh take on personal rites | APR 26

Assistant Arts Editor Josephine Yurcaba attended the April 25th performance of “Spring Training” and gives the performance 5 stars.

Playwrights Roundtable showcases local playwrights, interesting stories | APR 26

It’s about to get freaky in the Carrboro ArtsCenter.

Center for the Study of the American South turns 20, celebrates with music | APR 26

Most people would not want to be sad on their birthday, but for the Center for the Study of the American South, having the blues was the perfect way to celebrate.

Q&A with researcher Glenna Batson | APR 25

Glenna Batson’s lecture today, “Dance for Parkinson’s … Exploring the Brain’s Movement Potential,” is the latest installment in the Friday Center’s series “What’s the Big Idea?” Batson is a former professor of physical therapy at Winston-Salem State University and an independent researcher on the effects of dance on Parkinson’s patients.

Film festival raises money for youth cycling, tutoring program | APR 25

Chapel Hill’s local Triangle Bikeworks is continuing to stay green by hosting their second annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival.

Art professor uses childhood memories to inspire book | APR 23

Art professor elin o’Hara slavick’s connection to Hiroshima began when she was young.

Cadence celebrates 10 years of music | APR 21

Hanes Art Center hosted a birthday party Saturday for one of UNC’s youngest a capella groups.

Q&A with multimedia and hip-hop artist Kreyola Kid | APR 19

Erlin A. Geffrard, also known as the Kreyola Kid, is a multimedia and hip-hop artist whose work often deals with racism, diversity, sexuality and environmental issues. He will be performing and displaying his visual art along with a multimedia installation today at 7 p.m. at Smash Studios on Franklin Street.