Evan Holloway
Staff Writer, Culture & Events
Evan Holloway serves as the Staff Writer for Culture & Events at Trust Locals, guiding readers through the community's vibrant arts scene, retail trends, and local happenings. Writing for beats like The Weekender, Style Street, Around the Block, and Neighborhood Names, he focuses on delivering the inside scoop on local events and fashion. His reporting approach centers on connecting directly with shop owners, artists, and event organizers to capture the energy of the neighborhood. Through his work, Evan helps readers stay connected to the creative pulse of the community and discover the best weekend activities.
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Bookstore Romance Day in Chicago: Events and Impact
Last year, one Chicago independent bookstore saw a 300% increase in romance novel sales during its Bookstore Romance Day event.
Aug 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Escondido Museum Hosts Chicano Block Party Featuring Local Culture
On Saturday, August 8, 2026, the Escondido Center for the Arts Museum throws a Chicano Block Party.
Aug 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Experiential Tourism Boosts Local Economies
In 2025, the Travel & Tourism sector contributed a staggering US$11.
Aug 10, 2026 · 5 min read
Community Events and Block Parties See Surge
This Sunday, the Downtown Naperville block party, a long-standing community tradition, is being organized by DuPagePads, a nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness.
Aug 7, 2026 · 2 min read
National Night Out strengthens community police interactions for safety
In Boise alone, approximately 35 separate parties were registered for National Night Out, showcasing widespread local engagement with law enforcement, according to the City of Boise .
Aug 5, 2026 · 3 min read
National Night Out 2026: Fostering Community Connections
This Tuesday, communities from Maryland to Washington State will host National Night Out 2026 events.
Jul 31, 2026 · 3 min read
What is the economic impact of local fashion designers on neighborhoods?
A small fashion collective in London's Shoreditch, operating out of a converted warehouse, generated enough local buzz to increase surrounding property values by 15% in three years.
Jul 17, 2026 · 4 min read
Top 5 Sustainable Fashion Boutiques Revolutionizing Style
In 2018, Fashion4Freedom's Dragon Shoe, a creation from a Vietnamese luxury boutique, clinched a German Design Award.
Jul 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Local Block Parties & Community Events This Weekend
On Friday, July 17, 2026, a free concert by the band 5 Guys Named Moe will anchor a community block party on Bay Street, demonstrating the enduring appeal of accessible local celebrations.
Jul 10, 2026 · 5 min read
Working parents face childcare challenges during summer breaks
Eight in ten parents rely on grandmothers for summer holiday childcare, according to STV News .
Jun 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Maddie's Secret Transforms John Early's House for Filming
John Early's historic Brooklyn brownstone, usually a quiet fixture, is currently painted a stark, moody black and sports a temporary, ominous porch structure for the upcoming psychological thriller 'M
Jun 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Richard Avedon's photography explores his lasting impact
Richard Avedon's fashion photographs, renowned for their austere sophistication, are fundamentally shaped by a singular, stark black-and-white contrast.
Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Robert Wilson's Southampton Retreat Hosts First US NOMAD Art Fair
For the first time ever, visitors to the NOMAD art fair at Robert Wilson's Watermill Center are being offered guided visits inside Wilson's private apartment.
Jun 28, 2026 · 3 min read
CookUnity Review: On Track for Billion-Dollar Valuation
Top-earning chefs on the CookUnity platform are approaching $10 million in annual earnings, a figure that shatters traditional expectations for culinary professionals and signals a profound shift in h
Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Revive stale bread for delicious meals with these simple kitchen hacks
That rock-hard baguette you were about to toss could be warm and crusty again in just 10 minutes.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Owala water bottles are 25% off for a limited time
For the first time in over 18 months, Owala, the cult-favorite water bottle brand, has slashed prices by 25% across its entire range.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
The Crisis of Trust: Why Consumers Distrust Online Reviews
Fake reviews are projected to cost consumers an estimated $787 billion in 2025, sparking a profound crisis of trust in online commerce.
Jun 21, 2026 · 4 min read
Unhappy customers now erode brand trust faster than ever
Starbucks Korea will close over 2,000 stores early on June 22 for mandatory history and social sensitivity training.
Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Master Crispy Tuna Patties: A Simple Recipe Guide
A simple 10-minute chill in the refrigerator can be the difference between a crumbly mess and a perfectly firm, crispy tuna patty.
Jun 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Easy Creamy Lemon Zucchini Pasta Recipe
A new Creamy Lemon Zucchini Pasta recipe for 2026, designed to feed four, demands just one pound of pasta and a mere four ounces of finely grated pecorino.
Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read