Sunday, September 27, 2015
Wisconsin week in review
Here’s a quickie rundown and review of recent Wisconsin political stories. WONDER BOY FAILS WONDERFULLY On Monday at 5PM Walker dropped out of the race. Well, technically he “suspended his campaign”. This LA Times cartoon sums it up for us. And this cartoon by Phil Hands sums up the average Wisconsinite’s response: Tomorrow's @WiStateJournal cartoon more »
Friday, September 25, 2015
Scott Walker plans a not so “unintimidated” public appearance in Beaver Dam today
Update: I have confirmation from Madison radio journalist Michael Crute that Scott Walker will be at the site at Noon today. I had this information 1 hour and 45 minutes in advance of the so-called “public event”. Site: Apache Stainless, 200 Industrial Dr, Beaver Dam, WI Google Map Street view Just to record what goes more »
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Video: “Walker’s critics celebrate, supporters reminisce …”
Despite having no more than a few hours notice of the 5PM press conference announcing Walker’s drop out from the presidential campaign, protesting Wisconsinites were ready, able, and willing to serenade Wisconsin’s delusional governor. This TMJ4 footage includes just a SNIPPET of protest singing. This brief broadcast also includes snippets from Wisconsinites who do not more »
Tonight Picks: Papal Excitement-Building Events, Free Yoga At Race Street Pier, Manayunk Restaurant Week, Spruce Street Harbor Park And RiverRink Summerfest And More
Yes, Philadelphia, the pope is on his way to town.
Today, on the first day of autumn, papal visit excitement continues to grow with the development of the stage on the parkway, Pope Francis’ first public appearance at the White House and the activity of World Meeting of Families.
Come Saturday, the Holy See will begin his weekend in Philadelphia, but there are tons of activities folks in Philadelphia can take advantage of already to celebrate the once-in-a-generation event.
Tonight, check out the World Meeting of Families Film Festival, the new AMOR sculpture during pay-what-you-wish Wednesday at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the three different light shows around town or the pope-inspired show on the huge screen at the Comcast Center.
Our top picks for tonight, below.
World Meeting of Families Film Festival
What: A selection of 13 Philadelphia-centric and family-friendly films have been curated by the Greater Philadelphia Film Office and the World Meeting of Families to be screened during the four-day festival.
When: Wednesday, September 23
Where: Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Broad and Spruce streets; Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children
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Illumination of the Basilica Dome
What: The huge dome of the Basilica of Saint Peter and Paul on the parkway will be lit nightly with changing imagery as part of the interactive installation revolving around Pope Francis' favorite devotions, Mary, Undoer of Knots.
When: Nightly through September 27
Where: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Cost: Free
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Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesday at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
What: Tonight, pay reduced admission to explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art — and see the new AMOR sculpture — for pay-what-you-wish Wednesday.
When: Wednesday, September 23, 5-8:45 p.m.
Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Cost: Pay what you wish
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Spruce Street Harbor Park and RiverRink Summerfest
What: It’s the final week for Spruce Street Harbor Park and RiverRink Summerfest, make plans to check out the two waterfront attractions before their seasons end.
When: Wednesday, September 23
Where: RiverRink, 101 S. Columbus Boulevard; Spruce Street Harbor Park, 401 S. Columbus Boulevard
Cost: Pay as you go
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More events, below.
Free Yoga at Race Street Pier
What: From 6 to 7 p.m., enjoy the late-summer sun as Race Street Pier hosts free yoga. Don’t forget to bring your own mat.
When: Wednesday, September 23, 6-7 p.m.
Where: Columbus Boulevard and Race Street
Cost: Free
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PECO Crown Lights Show
What: In honor of the papal visit, the crown lights of the PECO building will be illuminated with a special five-minute show featuring video and animation of iconic images from across the region.
When: Wednesday, September 23, show visible at the top of each hour, 5 p.m.-9 a.m.
Where: 2301 Market Street
Cost: Free
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Lit Brothers Building Illumination
What: Just in time for Pope Francis' visit to Philadelphia, the Lit Brothers Building at 7th and Market streets unveiled a digital light display.
When: Nightly at dusk
Where: Market Street between 7th and 8th streets
Cost: Free
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Manayunk Restaurant Week
What: Dinner deals reign in Manayunk as Restaurant Week continues at more than 15 restaurants like Couch Tomato Cafe, Taqueria Feliz and Manayunk Brewing Company.
When: Wednesday, September 23
Where: Participating restaurants
Cost: $15, $25 or $35 plus tax and tip
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Eternally Rome at The Comcast Center
What: Nightly through September 27, Eternally Rome, a unique-to-Philadelphia high-tech show will be screened on the world's largest four-mm LED video displays at the Comcast Center in honor of the papal visit.
When: Wednesday, September 23, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., at the top of every hour; No shows on weekdays at 5 p.m.
Where: The Comcast Center lobby, 1701 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Cost: Free
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Monday, September 21, 2015
Gawker seeks details on “a very bad story” connected with Scott Walker
It seems that both Republican communications operative Liz Mair and a writer with Buzzfeed are hinting about either the same scandalous story or differing stories that is/are related to Scott Walker – but neither is releasing the details to the public. Frustrating. Gawker is asking readers to help spill the beans completely. Gawker is providing more »
Scott Walker dropping out of campaign, 5PM Central Time, Edgewater Hotel, Madison
Wow. I expected him to hang in another month and a half! News Conference: 5PM Central Time Edgewater Hotel Madison, Wisconsin More details here. You just finished reading Scott Walker dropping out of campaign, 5PM Central Time, Edgewater Hotel, Madison! Consider leaving a comment!Visit bluecheddar.net for more news and opinion. You can contact blue cheddar more »
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Bernie Sanders appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Would you believe this was the first time I tuned into Colbert’s new show on CBS? Enjoy. Colbert cracking jokes on the presidential election [backup link]: The Interview [backup link]: Date of appearance: 09/18/2015 You just finished reading Bernie Sanders appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert! Consider leaving a comment!Visit bluecheddar.net for more more »
Friday, September 18, 2015
Wisconsin State Journal only employs white people
I’m embarrassed that I’m so late to the party on this issue. I learned this yesterday and promptly felt like puking: “..the Wisconsin State Journal, the newspaper that proudly proclaims itself “Madison’s largest reporting team,” the second-largest newspaper in the state and the newspaper of record for our entire region, is an all-white newspaper.” SOURCE: more »
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
The backlash on Bernie Sanders begins!
Despite the fact that this [barely functioning] blog has tried to be Wisconsin-centric, I’m going to try to do some more posts to help people keep up on Bernie Sanders news. —————————————————- It appears that the establishment and its candidates have decided to quit dismissing Bernie Sanders and start attacking Bernie Sanders. The guy more »
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
If Walker could see past his enormous ego, he’d realize he’s in 7th place and has no chance
Scott Walker only has 2% in the latest national ABC poll. The average of Scott Walker’s national polls put him in 7th place according to Real Clear Politics. The Republican Party only needs 1 nominee to run for president. I suppose it’s very difficult for a megalomaniac to quit looking in the mirror long enough more »
Monday, September 14, 2015
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