Friday, April 29, 2011



NEW MOVIES THIS WEEK!

Heading to the movies this weekend, there are several new films including:

Hoodwinked Too! Hood Vs Evil! This animated film is rated PG and is voiced in part by Patrick Warbuton and Glenn Close

Fast Five! The fifth in the "Fast and Furious" series stars Vin Diesel. Rated PG13.

Prom! The new Disney film about the transition that the "Prom" can provide to the adult world.
Rated PG.

And more new films at this link.

Thursday, April 28, 2011




STEVIE NICKS HAS A NEW ALBUM!

Stevie Nicks, of Fleetwood Mac fame, will be releasing a new album called "In Your Dreams" May 3rd. In that mystical Stevie Nicks style, she acknowledges the Twilight movies series with a song about (or for) a vampire and does a song based on an Edgar Allen Poe poem. Find out more by clicking here.


ROD STEWART RECEIVES FOUNDERS AWARD FOR SONGWRITING!

Even though he hasn't written a hit song in ages and his most recent albums were successful covers of classic songs, ASCAP felt the award was appropriate. (probably catching up on missed opportunities) Here is the story!

Wednesday, April 27, 2011


BIZARRE WORLD RECORDS!!
Yes, it's Guinness World Records time and your uncles "number of beer cans crushed on his forehead" record has still not gotten the credit it deserves. How about "most people in a bubble," "most T-shirts worn at one time," or "most books typed backwards." Click here for the importants answers to these feats...

Monday, April 25, 2011





WHETHER PRODUCTION MODELS OR CONCEPT CARS, CHECK OUT THE BEST FROM THE CAR SHOWS! Click here for the scoop!

Friday, April 22, 2011

NEW MOVIES THIS WEEK! HERE'S TWO THAT ARE ATTRACTING ATTENTION!

"African Cats" from Disney is rated G for general audience. However, some have suggested a subtitle of "What's for Dinner" so that might not be the case.

"Water for Elephants" is not a nature film and stars Robert Pattinson and Reese Witherspoon. It is rated PG-13 and based on the the best selling novel about a circus.

Find out more about these movies and more here.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011



THE RESCHEDULED ELTON JOHN CONCERT IS SET FOR MAY 4TH AT THE LA CROSSE CENTER!!

Your tickets will be honored for Elton John's new date at the La Crosse Center. (or refunds available at place of purchase)

In othe Elton news, he has announced a return to Las Vegas with a three year residency at Caesar's Palace beginning this fall. His show will be billed as the "Millionaire Dollar Piano Show." More details available here.


THE ANNUAL WHITE HOUSE EASTER EGG ROLL IS APRIL 25th!

The tradition goes back to 1878 and, if you wanted to be there this or any year, you enter your name in the special lottery. (now closed for this year) You can get an idea of the festivities by viewing a video of last years "egg roll." Just click here for the full story and video.

Thursday, April 14, 2011



JOHN LENNON'S LYRICS UP FOR AUCTION! The handwritten lyrics to "Lucy in The Sky With Diamonds" will be auctioned off this next week. John Lennon's efforts are expected to sell for more than $200,000. The song itself was on the album "Sgt.Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band." Here is the story...


WILLIAM SHATNER IS RELEASING A NEW ALBUM (WHY, YOU ASK?) The answer might be there was never a followup to his earlier (and awful, I might add)album released during his Captain Kirk days. Can he sing? Well he is planning to "interpret" classic songs to do with space like "Rocket Man" and "Space Oddity." Find out more if you dare by clicking here.

Tuesday, April 12, 2011


HERE THEY ARE! THE TOP TEN CHICK FLICKS OF ALL TIME! (SORRY GUYS) Here is MSN's ranking of the top 10 "chick flicks" of all time. Heeer's a clue to the top movie. It's a big Civil War drama and has something to do with gone or wind.

Friday, April 8, 2011






PAUL SIMON IS ON TOUR AND HAS A NEW ALBUM OUT! Paul Simon will release a new album, "So Beautiful Or So What" on Tuesday, April 12th. Rolling Stone magazine has given the new release a 4 out of 5 star rating. So, if you are a determined Paul Simon fan or would just like to hear what he sounds like today, check out his attached website by clicking here.




NEW MOVIES! The return of "Arthur" leads the way (remember Dudley Moore in the role.) Also, the adventure comedy "Your Highness," and the thriller "Hanna." Find out more and see the movie trailers by clicking here.

Thursday, April 7, 2011




THE RETURN OF THE "THREE STOOGES?" (Why, you ask!) Leave it to the Farrelly Brothers to want to bring the "Three Stooges" back to life. (not exactly) Responsible for films like "There's Something About Mary" and "Dumb and Dumber," they have already cast actors for two of the stooges. Find out more here...

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

30 LAST MINUTE TAX TIPS FROM THE WALL STREET JOURNAL! It's getting very close if you are still working on filing your taxes. Click here for tax tips from the Wall Street Journal.

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

HOW TO USE BEER FOR MORE THAN DRINKING (In Wisconsin who cares?) You've heard some of them before, shampoo and stain remover, but let us share a new use or two and refresh your memory on the others.

Friday, April 1, 2011

HOTDOGS REMAIN TOP DOG IN MAJOR LEAGUE BALL PARKS! Some 22 million hotdogs will be sold in Major League baseball parks this season. There's lots of competition but no other food option will match those expected sales figures. Pass the ketchup and mustard please! (click here for the meat of the story.)

NEW MOVIES THIS WEEKEND!


It's family comedy with "Hop," the hare apparent to the Easter Bunny, rated PG. It's "Source Code," a thriller with Jake Gyllenhaal, rated PG13. And several more in national and limited release. See the movie trailers and learn more...