Summer 2026 is shaping up to be an unforgettable time to explore America’s wild landscapes and vibrant cities. With the nation’s 250th Independence Day on the horizon, it’s the perfect year to celebrate by discovering all the country has to offer. Planning your travels now will help you make the most of your time, budget, and adventures once peak season arrives.
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The way we treat addiction in this country is changing — and fast. Gone are the days when a one-size-fits-all approach was the norm, where everyone was handed the same 12 steps and told to follow them like gospel. That old model still helps plenty of people, sure. But it’s not the only story anymore. Today, new ideas are taking center stage —ideas that focus more on connection, mental health, and what works for different kinds of people. These shifts aren’t happening in silence, either. They’re showing up in community centers, private practices, group chats, and even courtrooms. It’s a movement — quiet in some places, louder in others — but it’s real, and it’s growing.
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Happy 4th of July, everyone! I don’t know about you, but I definitely own a red, white and blue tie-dyed T-Shirt that is worn by me on the 4th of July (and on other hot summer days as well). While mine is not as fancy as the very spangly tops seen in the above photo (taken at Smiths Market in the fabulous Salt Lake City, Utah) it is certainly more practical for the NYC weather — which is what’s important! Have fun and stay safe!
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Paola Pivi’s interdisciplinary artistic practice combines the familiar with the bizarre. The artist shifts viewer’s expectations of rules, categories and boundaries; her parallel universes encourage us to recognize divisions we take for granted. You Know Who I Am (2022) is a cast bronze replica of the Statue of Liberty wearing cartoonish masks – stylized portraits of individuals whose personal experiences of freedom are directly connected to the United States. The masks change every two months, representing different people over the course of the exhibition. Continue reading Paola Pivi’s You Know Who I Am On The High Line
Have a safe and Happy 4th of July Dear Readers, and be sure to wear something comfortable and maybe a little bit patriotic! Please follow The ‘Gig on Instagram at @WorleyGigDotCom!