Judy saysTuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 11:02PMSuggestions for things to do in Northbrook, with comment from staffer Judy Brinkworth. To suggest an event for this page, e-mail Judy at jbrinkworth@pioneerlocal.com.
Blog: Big Day Out 2010Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 1:13PMBloggers Chris Schulz, Tracey Bond and Nicholas Russell brave heat stroke, hyped crowds and excessive ear drum abuse to report live from the Big Day Out 2010.
PBS is the Python broadcasting serviceSunday, January 3, 2010 @ 6:11AMOn Oct. 20, 1974, at 10:30 p.m., WTTW-Channel 11 broadcast something completely different. It was the first episode of "Monty Python's Flying Circus ." It hadtaken five years for the British series to reach our shores. Several Chicagoans played pivotal rolesin paving the way for Pythonmania.
Great Monty Python DVDsSunday, January 3, 2010 @ 1:44AMCall it owl-stretching time, as John Cleese would, although few owls of my acquaintance give a hoot.
Our Two PennethFriday, December 4, 2009 @ 11:00AMThink you know more than your mates about footy? Trust the Good the Bad or the Lovejoy! ...more Manchester City host league leaders Chelsea at Eastlands...
Are you a secret lumberjack?Wednesday, December 2, 2009 @ 5:06AMREMEMBER the Monty Python song: "I'm a lumberjack"? well, Northumberland Wildlife Trust is offering you the opportunity to become just that.
Kids collecting food for Our Neighbors' TableTuesday, November 17, 2009 @ 3:04AMWith Thanksgiving fast-approaching, local schools are stepping up to collect food and clothing for the less fortunate. The Cashman Elementary School Student Council, in partnership with the Amesbury Police Department, is sponsoring a week-long food drive for Our Neighbors' Table. Tables will be set up in the foyer according to grade level to keep count of contributions. The winning grade level ...
IFC series celebrates Monty Python's 40th anniversaryFriday, October 16, 2009 @ 10:28AMIt's certainly fitting that "Monty Python's Flying Circus" hit the American consciousness at the same time as the computer age.
Monty Python reunite on 40th anniversaryFriday, October 16, 2009 @ 7:29AMThose who don't know Monty Python, and don't care, have been blessed with six hours they can spend on something other than watching the new documentary series.
IFC revisits Python's silly view of lifeFriday, October 16, 2009 @ 6:45AMASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK - Those who don't know Monty Python, and don't care, have been blessed with six hours they can spend on something other than watching IFC's new documentary series. Of course, all Python disciples can look forward to comedy catnip in Monty Python: Almost the Truth (the Lawyer's Cut), at 9 p.m. Sunday through Oct. 23 on Buckeye CableSystem Ch. 218. History. Hysterics ...
'Monty Python: Almost the Truth' review - Sepinwall on TVFriday, October 16, 2009 @ 6:03AMMonty Python's Flying CircusLate Wednesday night, Jimmy Fallon invited four of the five surviving members of Monty Python’s Flying Circus to be the only guests on his talk show that evening. The Pythons — in this case, John Cleese, Terry...
A 'fireside chat' with you who read usSunday, October 11, 2009 @ 1:02AMWhen I answered the phone, the caller asked, "Do you accept calls from people who don't want to identify themselves?"
Spill makes splash in HubSaturday, October 10, 2009 @ 3:27PMBuilt to Spill have a solid reputation as indie-rock kingpins, but guess what: The Idaho band actually has been on a major label for the past decade and is still on one now,...
Tomblin crowns Taylor Queen SilviaFriday, October 2, 2009 @ 11:12PMAfter a week of dreary skies during the Mountain State Forest Festival, the weather didn't change much for the anticipated coronation of Maid Silvia LXXIII Alicia Taylor. The possibility of rain caused the pageantry to begin an hour ahead of schedule, giving just enough time for the ceremony to commence below winds and low-hanging clouds.
SmackDown 10th Anniversary Report (10/02/09)Friday, October 2, 2009 @ 10:36PMOn an historic edition of SmackDown, WWE celebrated a decade of bringing entertainment to millions of fans around the world. The night culminated in an epic Eight-Man Tag Team Match, featuring a thunderous Tombstone from Undertaker to Randy Orton.
On Comedy’s Flying TrapezeFriday, October 2, 2009 @ 9:53PMThe surprisingly durable afterlife of “Monty Python’s Flying Circus” continues this month with a reunion at the Ziegfeld Theater and a new documentary about the troupe.
Long Live Lumberjack RugbyWednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 12:09AMThe Humboldt State rugby alumni stormed into town from all across the globe last Saturday they came for the traditional alumni game against the college team at Manila Community Park. “Coming back and seeing all of our old rugby friends is amazing,&r...
Movie Review: Destry Rides AgainThursday, September 17, 2009 @ 10:07PMThe classic comedy western starring Jimmy Stewart and Marlene Dietrich.
Memories of the centennialTuesday, September 15, 2009 @ 9:01AMFifty years ago, Oregonians were excited about celebrating the 100th birthday of our state. Events took place all over the state. Songs were sung and pageants were held, along with numerous birthday parties and parades.
Entertainment Calendar: 09/11/2009Friday, September 11, 2009 @ 6:54AMItems for this calendar must be received by the Record-Eagle at least 10-14 business days in advance. All calendars are published on a space available basis.
Touring Comapny of Python Play Finally Arrives in San DiegoWednesday, September 9, 2009 @ 12:08AMOkay, " Spamalot " (running September 8 - 13 at the San Diego Civic Theater) is not a movie but since it's based on a movie and from my beloved Pythonites I figure it's fair game to cover on Cinema Junkie.
UPI Thoroughbred Racing RoundupTuesday, September 8, 2009 @ 5:12AMBy ROBERT KIECKHEFER UPI Racing Writer Wrap-up of Thoroughbred stakes action.
Sun shines on fairSunday, August 30, 2009 @ 9:47PMPLYMOUTH — After two days of rain, the sun came out on Sunday, and the 61st annual Terryville Lions Country Fair went out with a bang.
Del Mar stable notes for Aug. 30Sunday, August 30, 2009 @ 7:06PMHollywood Gold Cup winner Rail Trip, Californian victor Informed and Eddie Read winner Global Hunter wrapped up their serious work for next Sunday's Grade I, $1-million Pacific Classic this morning as they charged through workouts.
Get ready for 'Spamalot' with Loft's Monty Python singalong WednesdayThursday, August 13, 2009 @ 3:23PMWednesday is your chance to sing along to your favorite Monty Python ditties, "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life," "The Lumberjack Song," "Sit on My Face" and "Every Sperm Is Sacred."
Camp 40 Acres’ Got TalentSunday, August 9, 2009 @ 12:31AMWILMINGTON - Camp 40 Acres hosted its first ever talent show on July 24 to end its week of Camp 40’s Got Talent. Camp 40 Acres, an outdoor recreational facility, has been home to a summer program known as Camp 40 Acres Summer Adventure, currently in its seventh year.
Dressed to look the partSaturday, August 8, 2009 @ 11:22PMLooking good is part and parcel of the entertainment industry. An RTM image consultant tells SUZIEANA UDA NAGU how artistes discover their personal styles
County fair celebrates 130-year fun run | Loveland Reporter-HeraldMonday, July 27, 2009 @ 6:51AMThe Larimer County Fair celebrates 130 years this week with fun and entertainment at The Ranch. This year’s fair will kick off with a parade through downtown, and feature a carnival, fireworks, the first-ever Gnarly Barley Brew Fest and much more. Fly-fishing enthusiasts will descend on the area for a conclave Tuesday through Saturday.
What You're Doing This WeekendSaturday, July 25, 2009 @ 10:12AMGet a little British with this weekend's events in comedy, sports, and music from across the pond.
100 Essential Skills for GeeksFriday, July 10, 2009 @ 10:39AMWhat do you need to know to maintain geek cred? Here are 100 things.
Echo Chamber: Jay ReatardFriday, July 10, 2009 @ 9:56AM"Brooklyn shut up! Most of your bands all suck and you are total wanna bees! The Pains of Being Boring at Heart...oh it must hurt being so bland." -- Jay Reatard may have to fend off thousands of attackers in skinny jeans next time he's in Williamsburg.
Pitchfork Festival Saturday Tix Sold Out!Friday, July 10, 2009 @ 9:11AMThree-day passes for the Pitchfork Music Festival , which goes down July 17-19 in Chicago's Union Park, are sold out. Two-day Saturday and Sunday passes are sold out. Sunday's show is sold out. And now we can report that Saturday tickets are sold out as well.
Video: Cass McCombs: "You Saved My Life"Thursday, July 9, 2009 @ 4:41PMIndie singer-songwriter Cass McCombs offers up a slow-motion video that finds him meandering through a party. Meh, right? But then, about three minutes in, everything switches and we're graced with some stunning footage of a couple dancing in front of twinkling lights. Wait for it.
Peter Bjorn and John Remixed by Blink-182's Mark HoppusThursday, July 9, 2009 @ 4:26PMIt feels like "Young Folks" has been everywhere since time began, but when exactly did Peter Bjorn and John become total cultural touchstones? It seems like every other day another rapper releases a freestyle over a PBJ instrumental , the band is touring with Depeche Mode soon, and now a guy from Blink-182 has remixed "Nothing to Worry About"?
Premiere: The Clientele: "I Wonder Who We Are" [MP3/Stream]Thursday, July 9, 2009 @ 3:11PMOn October 6, the Clientele will release their new album Bonfires on the Heath on Merge . Talking to Pitchfork a couple of months back, frontman Alasdair MacLean described the album thus: "It's very spooky and tremendously sad at times. It's about watching yourself disappear."
Echo Chamber: Colin MeloyThursday, July 9, 2009 @ 1:11PM"Okay: it's a major travesty that California taxpayers had to pay a dime for that stupid, gaudy spectacle." Posted by Ryan Dombal on July 9, 2009 at 1 p.m.
Rising to new heightsFriday, June 26, 2009 @ 4:08AMAs Lisle prepares for its 29th annual Eyes to the Skies Festival, event planners are also keeping their eyes on the pocketbook.
Bruce rebornThursday, June 25, 2009 @ 7:13PMBruce Springsteen was once the future of rock'n'roll, but in the 80s he became tragically unhip. Now, the Boss is cool again, and even headlining Glastonbury. I knew it was just a matter of time, says lifelong fan Sarfraz Manzoor