You May Like Theatre If…

Before I went into a panic because I found out my voter registration was inactive on the last day to register this was supposed to be a week of theatre themed posts. On Monday I posted tips for choosing a show to see, saving money on tickets, and theatre etiquette, but perhaps you still aren't sure … Continue reading You May Like Theatre If…

What to Do if You Missed the Voter Registration Deadline

Yesterday I was surprised to discover that my voter registration was inactive. Luckily I found out in time to get my registration updated,  but if you didn't register in time you may still be eligible to vote during grace period voting. In Chicago, grace period voting and registration starts today and continues through Saturday, November … Continue reading What to Do if You Missed the Voter Registration Deadline

Are You SURE You Are Registered to Vote?

Today is the voter registration deadline for Illinois and a bunch of other states if you want to vote in the November 6th election. I have smugly been tweeting reminders to people to register to vote. You know, those other people who need such reminders. Then I saw something on Facebook about checking your voter … Continue reading Are You SURE You Are Registered to Vote?

Mister Rogers Rebuts Romney’s Proposed PBS Funding Cuts (43 Years Ago)

I posted a video to Twitter and Facebook yesterday, but it is too good not to share some more. In Wednesday's debate the most specific way that Mitt Romney indicated he would cut the deficit was to eliminate funding for public television. This is absurd mostly because PBS makes up such a tiny portion of … Continue reading Mister Rogers Rebuts Romney’s Proposed PBS Funding Cuts (43 Years Ago)

This GIF of Jeremy Renner Made My Day

"Touch Jeremy Renner" is item 17 on my list of Unattainable Goals. That goal is still unattained, but this animated GIF is a pleasant distraction. At least I am touching him with my eye gaze. (image via http://soyeahduh.tumblr.com/post/32862442476/when-i-find-out-briciola-is-byob)