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Episode 095 (Sept. 25/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Kevin Hall, organizer of the 8th annual Hamilton Music and Film Festival (Sept. 25-27) More info: Hamilton Music and Film Festival Episode 095 (Sept. 25/15) — I Heart Hamilton (93.3 CFMU) by Ihearthamilton … Read more
West Fest Inspires Community Outreach to McMaster By Rachel Connell Photos by Lisa Vuyk September 5th marked one of McMaster’s longest standing traditions – Welcome Week’s Pajama Parade, or otherwise reminisced as the legendary kissing parade! As a third year Mac student, and a Welcome Week student leader dancing around in a big painted maroon … Read more
Episode 094 (Sept. 18/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Mary McGowan of used bookstore The River Trading Company + preview of tracks off CFMU’s annual compilation EDN Vol. 10 More info: The River Trading Company Episode 094 (Sept. 18/15) — I Heart … Read more
Harvest Picnic Christie Lake Conservation Area 1000 Highway 5 West, Dundas By Kristin Archer Photos by Lisa Vuyk The Greenbelt Harvest Picnic just celebrated its fifth year and I was happy to make this one my first. Having heard so many wonderful things about it, I now fully understand the magic of this festival. Harvest Picnic … Read more
Episode 093 (Sept. 11/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Special Supercrawl show! Interview with two Supercrawl performers – Rich Aucoin + Grey Lands (Grey Lands’ album Right Arm released that day) More info: Supercrawl Rich Aucoin Grey Lands Episode 093 (Sept. 11/15) — I … Read more
A Midsummer’s Dream By Kristin Archer As we’re transitioning into fall, I’m looking back on the last few major summer events in the city. We’re really lucky to have so many events that are unique to Hamilton – I always know my summer won’t be complete without A Midsummer’s Dream in Gage Park. This was … Read more
Twin Within By Kristin Archer Last September, I heard rumblings of a new act called Yeryard. Learning that this new band was a duo who sings in unison and recorded their album in a church, I got hear a tiny sample of a song courtesy of “Parkside” Mike Renaud at Hidden Pony, the band’s label. … Read more
By Kristin Archer Supercrawl is almost here (September 11-13)! It’s making me anxious just thinking about how close it is. The annual free festival is my absolute favourite time of the year in Hamilton. Once again, the Sonic Unyon team delivers an impressive roster of musical acts, along with art installations, fashion shows, food trucks, … Read more
Episode 092 (Sept. 4/15) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with Anna Wiesen of Young Lions Music Club about their events in Hamilton and collaboration with Westdale Village on West Fest (Sept. 5) + preview of Supercrawl acts (Sept. 11-13) More info: Young Lions … Read more
Vintage Coffee Roasters 977 King Street East Bricks, Baked Goods and Melon Mojitos By Ciara McCann Since Vintage Coffee Roasters opened about a month ago, I haven’t stopped hearing about the east-end coffee shop. A few weeks ago, I was scrolling through my Instagram feed and made a dead stop when I saw a photo … Read more