“One of the major misconceptions about Hare Krishna is that it’s a cult and it’s totally controlled by certain gurus,” says local author Rishi Waterman. “That’s not the fact.”

“One of the major misconceptions about Hare Krishna is that it’s a cult and it’s totally controlled by certain gurus,” says local author Rishi Waterman. “That’s not the fact.”
“The goal,” says Laura Williams, the choir’s founder, “is to connect with other singers, make friends within the community and support local businesses.” And in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, she adds, the mission feels more important than ever.
In his latest book, A Perfect Frenzy, local author Andrew Lawler reexamines the American Revolution and spotlights a lesser-known story from the United States’ founding.