ReadUpOnIt with Max Hartshorne

Eastern Townships of Quebec: A Farm Tour

Max Hartshorne — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 22:24:38 +0000

Visiting farms and food producer in Quebec's Eastern Townships, meeting people who create deliciousness.

Meet Sunnydayz Cannabis Owner Ken Bouquillon

Max Hartshorne — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 15:39:37 +0000

Sunnydayz Cannabis is under construction in South Deerfield. It's set to open in March 2026. Owner Ken Bouquillon says that nobody around this area knows how to grow pot as well as he does, and people will pay double for the good weed.

My Little Towne

Max Hartshorne — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 16:52:01 +0000

Life in our little towne, South Deerfield, Massachusetts, is full of interactions and little business transactions. I love it here.

Ischia for the Win!

Max Hartshorne — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:32:57 +0000

We took our vacation on the island of Ischia and on the coast of Italy near Naples, it was a fabulous choice full of swimming, seafood and fun.

‘Chicago’: A Spectacle Well Done

Max Hartshorne — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 10:59:24 +0000

'Chicago' tells the story of two accused murderers during the 1920s, where the corruption is rampant and the dancers dance on.

Gyuedu-Blay Ambolley, One of Ghana’s Finest Flavors

Max Hartshorne — Fri, 04 Jul 2025 16:04:40 +0000

I took in an exciting and rejuvenating show at the Iron Horse a few nights ago. The master of Highlife, Gyuedu-Blay Ambolley from Ghana.

Trying to Take the Train to Maine

Max Hartshorne — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 11:02:35 +0000

We tried to take the train to Maine but the train was cancelled when we needed to go. Ugh. Car trip happening.

Magdalene: Jesus is Gone, Now What?

Max Hartshorne — Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:34:49 +0000

Magdalene tells the story of Mary after Jesus died and her debates with the apostles over the right things to do for this new religion.

Lanaudiere and Mauricie Quebec Up Next

Max Hartshorne — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 10:27:37 +0000

Quebec has been a delight for this first day of our three day trip across the region, stopping for ziplining, fantastic food, and a carriage ride.

The Amateurs: The Play, the Plague and A Lot More

Max Hartshorne — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 01:14:32 +0000

The Amateurs follows a troupe of pageant players during the 14th century who perform during the Black Plague, and also introduce modernity.

A Life of Pickleball and Pick-ups

Max Hartshorne — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 19:04:25 +0000

A life filled with pickleball games and pick ups at school. And traveling coming up, to Quebec City and then to Italy.

Mexico City By Myself

Max Hartshorne — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 14:49:32 +0000

Mexico City: spending three nights in Roma, a nice neighborhood in this vast city. Visiting Xochimilco and cocktail bars and pickleball courts in the city.