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The Itsy-Bitsy, Teeny-Weeny, Little Free Library Movement

Nothing chills me out after a stressful day like a book.  Happily, I’ve been making time to read.  I finished Lavondyss, and am following it up with Ghosts in the Yew.  …Call it a fantasy kick.  I’d love to share these titles with other geeks, and pick up some new-to-me books.  Sadly, the Science Fiction... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
Thursday at 8:20 pm
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BREAKING: Brave NATO for a Seat at the UChicago Comics Conference

Just when I thought NATO was only going to bring frustration, I got word from UChicago’s Comics Conference:  People waiting outside are getting seats!! A little background info:  Through this weekend, seventeen massive contributors to American comics are gathering to discuss the genre.  The official title is Comics: Philosophy and Practice.  You won’t find DC... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
May 19, 2012 at 1:13 pm
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King of the Nerds: Audition for a New Reality TV Show

I know this isn’t an original sentiment, but I am sick of reality TV.  Regardless of setting or prize, the formula persists: gorgeous people + ugly personalities = obnoxious fighting.  Intellect isn’t celebrated.  The viewer isn’t challenged.  I never see myself represented on these shows, so why watch? BUT THEN! Rumors of a show called... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
May 16, 2012 at 9:24 pm
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A Very Special Mother's Day GEEKend

Readers, take heed:  Mother’s Day is this Sunday!! Gosh, I remember my mom letting me go to ACen on Mother’s Day almost 10 years ago.  It was really selfless.  Moms rule.  We are a lucky city this GEEKend, because all of the can’t-miss stuff is on Saturday.  Thus, Sunday is open for time with your mother!  …Or... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
May 9, 2012 at 8:58 pm
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Rising Stars of Geek Rock III: Hired Goons

Good glaven!  After a short departure, Rising Stars of Geek Rock is back. Today’s band, Hired Goons, found me only a few weeks ago.  Thank Jebus they did!  Their music is as fun as a game of knifey-spooney. …Are you catching the blatant Simpsons references?  Super-dee-diddly-uper, because Hired Goons is a ”Ramones-influenced Simpsons tribute.” They perform covers... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
May 7, 2012 at 11:19 pm
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This GEEKend: Avengers, Star Trek Improv, DeLorean Motors, and ROBOTS

Avengers, assemble!  This year’s most-anticipated movie is about to touch down.  Critics already love The Avengers, which means 2 consecutive hits for Joss Whedon.*  I’ll be seeing it at midnight.  How about you? If The Avengers aren’t your speed, here are more geek-friendly events in town this weekend: 1.  Improvised Star Trek – Back in 2009... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
May 3, 2012 at 7:46 pm
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Meetup.com: Discover Your New Dungeon Mates and Drinking Buddies

It might be a sign that I’m getting older, but I’ve been avoiding the trendy social networking/news/imagery sites.  Pinterest, Tumblr, Plurk, Reddit…  I asked my geek guy to explain the differences to me.  It didn’t work. …BUT THEN, in a shocking twist, I discovered Meetup.com.  The site totally gets my stamp of approval.  Meetup users... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
April 29, 2012 at 2:50 pm
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Finding the Ultimate Geek Apartment

I signed a lease for a new apartment this week.  Yatta!  I thought I’d stay in my current building longer, but things happened: 1. I met a great geek guy.  2.  My place was freezing cold this past winter, despite mild temps.  3.  There weren’t enough shelves for my action figures.  …I’m not going to... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
April 25, 2012 at 9:38 pm
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This GEEKend: CODCON, Superhero Burlesque, and Hambingo

Feeling the post-con blues after C2E2? Feeling the pre-con jitters before ACen? Great news!  It’s going to be a fun, sexy GEEKend!  Here are 3 options to keep your geek fix going: 1. CODCON – Get your D20s ready!  Each year, the College of DuPage Sci-Fi/Fantasy Club holds CODCON- a 3-day gaming convention. Collectors can... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
April 19, 2012 at 10:04 pm
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My Favorite C2E2 Discovery: Free Books!

C2E2- What a weekend!   I spent Saturday dressed as Rogue from the X-Men*, and Sunday shopping around.  The con delivered all of the vendors, artists, celebs, and costumes I expected.  One booth, though, stood out above the rest: The Science Fiction Outreach Project. You couldn’t miss these folks.  Their space was literally a wall... Read more »
By Lauren "Troppy",
April 17, 2012 at 9:44 pm
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