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Ipswich announces details for April 28 Updike event
The Local News reported on April 12 that the Ipswich Historical Commission has finalized details for the John Updike plaque unveiling at the Caldwell Building, 15 S. Main St., in Ipswich, Mass. on April 28, 2023. The plaque will be … Continue reading →
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Apr 13, 20231 min read
Choate Bridge Pub in Ipswich to host Updike event
John Updike made Ipswich internationally famous, and the small north shore town near Boston will acknowledge his impact on April 28, 2023 with a plaque and celebration. When John Updike first moved to Ipswich he wrote in a home office … Continue reading →
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Feb 25, 20232 min read
The Witches of Eastwick makes 20 Great Movie Speeches list
We Got This Covered put out a list called “Ladies And Gentlemen: 20 Great Movie Speeches,” and compiler Sarah Myles ranked the speech by Cher-as-Alexandra in the 1987 film The Witches of Eastwick #5 on the list. “There is a vast amount … Continue reading →
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Aug 7, 20142 min read
Updike makes a 10 Worst list
John Updike has made another list, but this time it’s a worst, rather than a best list. His piece on “A Desert Encounter” was rated #5 on “The 10 Worst New Yorker #Longreads.” 5. “A Desert Encounter,” John Updike The New Yorker … Continue reading →
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Jul 25, 20141 min read
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