Just Visiting : The JELL-O Gallery

I remember the rides up to the Renaissance Faire, we used to pass a sign that said Jell-O Museum was off the next exit. We'd talk about going, and never have manage to go see it. But that doesn't mean that it doesn't sound like a lot of fun. It's still on my to do list, and I'm going to tell you why.

The JELL-O Gallery
23 East Main Street
Le Roy, New York 14482

This is a fun museum. It's not something that can be seen everywhere. True, Jell-o can be seen in stores, and be made at home. But it is intriguing to think there is a place where you can see a more detailed rendering of the history of the wiggly jiggly treat.

Open year round, with a minimal admission fee, you can take your family here and not feel as though it was a waste of time. Kids love sweet things, and they are likely to find the toys and various memorabilia interesting.

I myself am curious to see if they have the old disney jell-o molds there, or even some of the odd advertising boxes that have been done associated to different movies and shows over the years. Things like that I find interesting.

The museum is open during varying hours. So I know if I want to go it's going to have to be planned out more than driving past the advertising billboard. And if you're thinking about going, please check their website. The online shop even shows some of the merchandise available there. And I have to say it's mostly reasonable.

I still want to go to this museum. So if you're going, can I go with you? ^_~

Just Visiting : Shakespeare in Delaware Park : Measure for Measure

July 25th through August 18th you lucky folks out in Buffalo have a chance to enjoy yet another Shakespeare play. Shakespeare in Delaware Park is presenting Measure for Measure. If you missed their presentation of Hamlet, don't fret. They may not be presenting Hamlet, but this comedy is sure to amuse you.

Unlike some other versions of this play you may have seen, the company has taken the liberty of making it into a western. Yes, that's right a Shakespeare western. Not that might sound a bit odd to those of you who are hesitant to watch even the more modern Romeo and Juliet renditions, but live theater is a horse of a different color.

I do want to remind you, that seating and parking for the play is on a first come first serve basis. Take a blanket, some snacks and be ready to get comfortable. The play is free, though during intermission they do pass a hat to help with funding, so figure, if you can, about the price of a movie or so.

Measure for Measure
Shakespeare in Delaware Park
7:30 pm Tuesdays through Sundays
July 25th through August 18th

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Just Visiting : Shakespeare in Delaware Park : Hamlet

Everyone is looking for something different to do now that school is out. Summer is just that time of year when it seems there is either not enough time to do anything, or there is far too much time and nothing to do. Whichever way you look at it there is bound to be some free time in your summer at some point. You're waiting for me to tell you what I have in mind for you to do with it aren't you? Don't rush me!

What I have to recommend to you today is the Shakespeare in Delaware Park's 2013 productions. As they do every year they will be presenting 2 plays. But because I don't want you to feel daunted. I'm just going to let you know about the one that is starting this week. Hamlet.

As it does every year (as long as I can remember having attended it anyway) they will be presenting the play at 7:30 pm nightly, Tuesday through Sunday. As to what kind of take they're going to have on the play, that's up to the director. Please be advised that parking and seating is first come first serve, so if you want to enjoy it, make sure that you get there a little early.

The play will be acted from June 20th through July 14th. I do hope that you get the chance to go and enjoy it. I would love to see it myself, but I'm here in California at the moment. But we'll see what we can come up with to compensate for missing the play.

As far as directions and the address go, I must apologize for being a bit fuzzy on the details. But if you know where the Albright Knox Art museum is, the performances are held in the bit of the park past the rose garden across the street.

Late Night TV or...

What's On The Tube When You Can't Sleep.

So to be honest, I've been having a lot of trouble sleeping lately. Which means I've been trying a few different solutions. I've tries counting sheep. Tried sleeping aids. Now am trying TV.

Sunday night I watched The Black Dahlia.  I flipped it on because the title sounded interesting. I've always been interested in crime, and I have my own morbid interest in seeing how people look at the unsolved ones. This movie surprised me on multiple levels. The costumes were done well, and the characters presented were believable.

But what surprised me more than anything else was the lesbian undertones in the film. Not only that it was there, but in the way that the film showed this as being accepted. It was an interesting thing to see considering how some people react to the idea now. But as with many films that are made these days about crime, it was full of fiction. There are a number of websites devoted to debunking the fictions around the crime, and many believe that the crime will never be solved. Which is unfortunately likely the sad truth.

Monday night I watched a movie from 1941 called Dive Bomber. It was a good movie, even if it was old. To be honest I didn't realize it was as old as it turns out to be. The colors in it are wonderful, and the story does provoke curiosity. Is it a fact or fiction film?

According to what I can find it's fiction. There's a number of different statements about the film that indicate this. Dive Bomber was not the usual type of film that I would watch. But it does fit in with the things that I have been writing about on the blog recently. It does reflect some points of  naval history, as well as look at some interesting concerns about flight. I think a lot of us take the secure safety of flights now for granted.

The planes in the film were really interesting, some of them were very colorful. According to what I've read there are a number of people that enjoy the film because of the planes that are shown in it. They were interesting to see. Planes are always interesting, a little more so than cars. I mean, after all, they fly.

Beyond that I've been watching a show on Animal Planet about River Monsters. I am not one that enjoys fishing, but it's fascinating to see the types of creatures that live underwater. Some of them really are monsters. But they're real. I guess in some ways that's the scariest part.

But on the most part, I'm watching a little bit of TV now and then... I wonder if it's going to do anything more than rot my brain.

Just Visiting : SeaWorld San Diego

Summer is almost here and it's getting warm. Soon it'll be time to hit the beach to enjoy the warm sand, the cool waters, and the good company of friends. But there is a new option opening here in San Diego, the Aquatica SeaWorld Waterpark. Which is supposedly located just a few minutes from the SeaWorld Park here. But what's interesting about them?

The water park is opening on June first.Aquatica boasts a number of new atractions including a 1,250-foot long lazy river named Loggerhead Lane. For those looking for a steep thrill, they offer the HooRoo Run, their steepest 80-foot slide. The Walhalla Wave rode offers a different kind of experiance. Rafts similar to those in the lazy river enable 2-3 passengers to enjoy a 78-foot long run of twists, turns, and watery waves. The website lists about 13 attractions that will be at the new water park.

SeaWorld itself here in San Diego offers over 27 different attractions and entertainment options. Madagascar Live! Operation : Vacation brings the familiar characters of the Madagascar series to the stage, Where they party on vacation at the park. Or if you prefer something a bit more traditional there is Journey to Atlantis. This water ride combines the classic flume ride soaking fun, with roller coaster type action and special effects. It offers a 60-foot plunge, and the opportunity to sea some interesting sea creatures. Then there's Shipwreck Rapids, which is a tube type raft ride on a winding river. For those who will know the reference, they make it sound similar to Grizzly Run.

SeaWorld offers a Coaster called Manta

7 Eleven is offering a discount promotion coupon for the park. This coupon can either reduce admission to SeaWorld itself by fifteen dollars and add a free second visit (it lists adult or child admission with this promotion as being $63). Or it can be used to save seven dollars on admission to the new Aquatica Park(admission for adult then being $31, child $23). There is some fine print though, these discounts are only available online. The offer for SeaWorld itself ends 9/1/13, while the discount offer for Aquatica ends 9/30/13. There is also a limit of 6 admissions per park.

Music Monday Playlist (2)

Mhm. It's Monday again! Time for some music to get us through the week!

Vermillion Lies - Bonnie and Clyde
Dudes - Teenage rebels
Lipona - Tragedy of Commons
The Cog is Dead - Death of the Cog
The Prefab Messiahs - Desperately Happy
White Lies - One Of Them
Eartha Kitt - I Want to be Evil
Josh Turner - Punching Bag
Jessie J - Who's Laughing Now
King Charles - Bam Bam
Rachel Crow - Mean Girls
Taylor Swift - Mean
Tex Ritter - Hillbilly Heaven
Phineas and Ferb - Gitchy Gitchy Goo
Imogen Heap - My Secret Friend
Cady Groves - Love Actually
Owl City - When Can I see You Again?
Allstar Weekend - Hey, Princess!
Vanessa Hudgins - Sneakernight
Emily Osment - Everybody's Fool
China Anne McClain - How Do I Get There From Here
S Club 7 - Bring It All Back
The Axis of Awesome- Four Chords
Carla Bruni - You Belong To Me
Brave Little Toaster - Worthless
FloRida - Good Feeling
Aerosmith - Crazy

Videos Concerning The Wizard of Oz

So today, I wanted to share a few different videos that I've enjoyed lately, now that the new Wizard of Oz movie has been in theaters. One of which is the trailer for the movie. Remember, that this all came from a series of books, which at times are referred to as one of the  greatest American fairy tales. You can read the books at Literature.org if you follow this link. The Wizard Of Oz. Remember that there are multiple books written about Oz, which detail the experiences of various characters and events in oz. You should definitely look into reading them if you've enjoyed any of the movies or musicals, also take a look into the 'Wicked' books, detailing the life of the ~Wicked~ Witch.

Give Me Back My Heart

Great Song, fun beat, and amazing singer. 

The Whits : Give Me Back My Heart