Buffalo Spree magazine

A motel in Memphis is unfortunately distinguished as the site of one of the America's most heartbreaking events: the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Artist Heather Hart aims to bring that physical space to life at the University at Buffalo, where it provides a place for visitors to consider this and other important cultural memories. Read more:... http://ow.ly/zE6750GAq7C Story by Elizabeth Licata, images courtesy of the artist and UB

Spree film writer Christopher Schobert is back with another film festival roundup! This time its for the 2021 Chicago International Film Festival, "a fest that is less heralded than some but offers just as lengthy and diverse a lineup." Read the roundup: http://ow.ly/qABg50GzmYi... Photo: Clockwise, from top left: Paris 13th District, Dune, Hit the Road, Robust, Julia, and Cow; stills courtesy of CIFF.

After Gretchen Fierle, former top healthcare executive, left corporate life, she embarked on another career, one that makes use of all her past work experience, both positive and negative. As creator and CEO of 28 Hours for Me and author of Fish Rot from the Head Down: Stories and Lessons About Leadership in 50 Words or Less, she helps women leaders and executives realize their potential. Read more about Fierle's work: ... http://ow.ly/iIIz50Gys3i Story and photos by Nancy J. Parisi

Sarah Pearson-Collins and Kezia Pearson know there’s no magic way to end racism, but they also know it begins with honest talk. These Buffalo sisters have come up with a creative way to start productive conversations about race. It's called Pulling the Race Card, an interactive deck of cards developed to initiate discussions that may help debunk stereotypes, accelerate self-reflection, and explore prejudice. Learn more at pullingtheracecard.com. Photo courtesy of Sarah Pearson-Collins

Happy Sunday, football fans! In this month's Game On, Bill Hoppe covers linebacker Shaun Dolac's scholarship success story. Read it here:... http://ow.ly/sww750GwwZO Photo by Paul Hokanson