Lynette Adams

Freelance contributor

Lynette Adams is a freelance writer based in St. John's.

Latest from Lynette Adams

Orange juice from Newfoundland sounds like a joke, but it was a real thing!

Sunnyland juice was part of an effort 1980s Newfoundland to bolster the economy. Son of a Critch pays homage to this juice and Mike Critch's work with the 'SeaPlus' factory in Season 3.

For musician Christine Carter, Project Earth starts in Newfoundland

As one-third of the classical music ensemble Iris Trio, Christine Carter has been instrumental in bringing the sounds of the island to the worldwide stage.

Publisher Brack and Brine is putting the Big Land in the spotlight

Brack and Brine mines archives and records to share Labrador's cultural history with the rest of the world.

How this musical duo found harmony both on and offstage

For Nancy Hynes, a singing partnership with Ian Foster developed in a similar way to their romantic relationship, a natural progression that she hadn't anticipated.

Saying goodnight to nobody: This debut album has been a long time coming

After decades of performing, Andrew Strickland, known on stage and to his friends as Dicky, says he had been planning to create a solo album for at least 15 years.

Where are N.L.'s hidden talents? Meet someone who hopes to help them shine

As one of the adjudicators for this year's provincial high school drama festival, Diana Daly is inspired by the next generation of theatre in Newfoundland and Labrador. With the launch of her performing arts production consultancy, she is investing in the future of theatre and stage performances in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Filmmaker Stacy Gardner keeps her gaze on the artists in her everyday life

Stacey Gardner has just released her first film but has been telling stories and facilitating other storytellers for her entire life. Her directorial debut, a short film entitled The Gaze, premiered last month at the Atlantic International Film Festival and is set to be screened at the St. John's International Women's Film Festival, taking place Oct. 17-21.

Heather Nolan takes knitwear inspiration from Newfoundland's landscapes

Heather Nolan is passionate about wool in all its forms. With Oileánach Knits, the St. John's novelist and poet has added knitwear designer to their list of creative enterprises.

N.L.'s Mary Beth Waldram is making her mark in the Canadian music industry

For Mary Beth Waldram of St. John's, a break from playing music led to an unexpected career in another area of the industry.

Sympathy for the devils: Mark Bragg explores the monsters within

When it comes to writing songs, Mark Bragg believes "every syllable is important" — so important this his songwriting process begins with making inarticulate noises, as he sings sounds without lyrics.