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Two decades later, donors wondering what happened to plans for slavery museum
Nearly 20 years ago, former Virginia governor L. Douglas Wilder announced that he wanted to create a museum that would tell the story of slavery in the United States.
Oddsmaking: Will Louis C.K. Or Lonely Island Overtake 'Weird Al' And Win Best Comedy Album?
Throughout the award's history, Grammy voters have tended to bestow Best Comedy Album upon trusted favorites: Bill Cosby closed out the 1960s with six straight victories; Richard Pryor took home three trophies in the '70s and two more in the '80s; and Peter Schickele opened the '90s with four consecutive wins of his own.
Comedic Rabbi Set To Perform At Boca Raton Temple
This sort of event doesn't cross our desk every day: a Rabbi who doubles as a Standup Comedian is coming to town.
Bill Cosby 50% off Ticket Deal via The Super Deal
You have to pay $10 to get a 50% off code to use on tickets to his show Feb. 17 at the Alabama Theatre.
I Didn't Ask To Be Born Author: Bill Cosby Publisher: Centre Street, 195 pages THERE are some autobiographies that you can't stop reading until you've made it cover to cover.
Mister Rogers. Need we say more? Likely the most well-known sweater of all time.
Although this is a much toned-down sweater compared to his usual on The Cosby Show, the Bill Cosby Sweater, complete with wild colours and patterns, is one of the world's most famous sweaters.
Oakland Arts Scene: What's Shaking? Weekend of February 9-13, 2012
Our lives were a blur last weekend, when the Oakland arts scene was dominated by First Friday events, Oakland Art Murmur, live entertainment, bars and restaurants.
Make My DayTHE End of Petrosexual Man
Look at your man. Now back to me. Now back at your man, now back at me. Sadly, he isn't me.
The Morning Maddhouse Motivation
Every day I will give you a motivational quote, which you will hopefully use to influence your thoughts and actions for the day! Today's quote is from Bill Cosby and speaks on the power of laughter! Through humor, you can soften some of the worst blows that life delivers.
Weekend picks: Take flight with Cirque's a Quidam'
Cirque du Soleil's "Quidam" tours to the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates from Wednesday through Sunday, Feb.
Bounce TV Buys Movies From Paramount, Warner
New African-American broadcast network Bounce TV said it acquired rights to movies from Warner Bros.
Comic loves a new show and classic laughs
A ridiculously busy comedian, writer and actor, Birbiglia specializes in a storytelling style of comedy reminiscent of old-school performers like Bill Cosby.
The List: Top 5 Triangle Performing Arts Organizations
From touring contemporary dance troupes to hit Broadway musicals, the Triangle has evolved into a hotbed of entertainment that can tantalize all tastes.
Hot Picks: 'I Shall Be Released'
Suggestions include the "I Shall Be Released" poetry-spoken word open might night at Union Street Gallery in Chicago Heights.
Tuckahoe Library Celebrates Black History Month
A All throughout the country, communities are celebrating Black History Month with historic events, community gatherings and many other commemorations.
Bill Cosby brings his only persona to Rialto
Sometimes you see a comedian you like from television and his or her act is radically different from his or her on-screen persona.
David K. Saltzman: The Case of Beezow Doo-doo Zopittybop-bop-bop?:...
Beezow Doo-Doo Zopittybop-Bop-Bop , Beezow Doo-Doo Zopittybop-Bop-Bop Arrested , Beezow Doo-Doo Zopittybop-Bop-Bop Drug Charges , Beezow Doo Doo Zopittybop Bop Bop , Forcible Medication , Mental Illness , My client is Beezow Doo-doo Zopittybop-bop-bop; you might have heard of him.
We Can Learn Many Things from 'Ambulance Drivers'
Sometimes we define ourselves by the smallest things we do-and, as artists by things that are smaller.
Make My DayTHE End of Petrosexual Man
Look at your man. Now back to me. Now back at your man, now back at me. Sadly, he isn't me.
Apologies that real work has gotten in the way of substantive blogging. But I cannot resist sharing the amazing things I learned this weekend - amazing to me, anyway, although it's possible I'm the only one here who wasn't clued in.
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