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Hey ladies: Try out for roller derby!

Posted on May 19, 2010 by ellen minsavage

(AP Photo) So it’s been a while since you’ve been rollerskating. 10 years? 20? No big deal. Women ages 18 and older are invited to try out for an amateur roller derby league in Hanover. The tryouts will be held … Continue reading →

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Can’t get enough Clooney?

Posted on November 30, 2009 by ellen minsavage

George Clooney has been everywhere I look lately. And that’s not a bad thing. He’s still super-dreamy, despite his advancing age. He’s almost like a fine wine that just gets better over time.

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Blondie still rocking

Posted on August 14, 2009 by ellen minsavage

If I could have one wish, I would wish to be a rock star — specifically Debbie Harry. She’s a punk/pop icon and she’s still rocking out at 64. Move over Gwen Stefani — I think have a new idol. … Continue reading →

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‘Bruno’ is one scary ride

Posted on July 13, 2009 by ellen minsavage

You know those amusement park rides your friends dare you to get on? The ones that where you can barely keep your eyes open because you’re terrified you might die? That’s what watching “Bruno” is like. It’s sheer horror, but … Continue reading →

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Rock your socks off to these bands

Posted on April 8, 2009 by ellen minsavage

Yeah! YYYs’ new album is sooo good I’m very pleased. Two of my favorite bands — The Decemberists and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs — just released new albums. Both bands have rocked my socks off with their new material. Seriously, … Continue reading →

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Bromance at its best . . or worst

Posted on March 23, 2009 by ellen minsavage

I knew full well what I was getting into as I bought my ticket for “I Love You, Man.” So I braced for a really bad movie. Really bad. And . . . it wasn’t so bad. It was kind … Continue reading →

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‘Idol’ kicks off season 8

Posted on February 18, 2009 by ellen minsavage

Not annoying anymore? Someone must have slipped uber-obnoxious Tatiana Del Toro a few Xanax (Xanaxes?)before last night’s performance on “American Idol.”

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‘The Wrestler’ grisly and heartbreaking

Posted on February 2, 2009 by ellen minsavage

I’m really rooting for Mickey Rourke to win the Best Actor Oscar. After his performance in “The Wrestler,” he definitely deserves it. It’s been a while since I’ve seen a really heart-wrenching movie like this one. One that makes you … Continue reading →

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If you love rats . . .

Posted on October 20, 2008 by ellen minsavage

Rats are not evil! But they are in “Willard”. . . . . . then you shouldn’t see this movie! I happen to be a rat aficionado, much to the horror and disgust of my friends and family. I love … Continue reading →

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If you love quirky films . . .

Posted on September 22, 2008 by ellen minsavage

. . . then you need to see this one. My favorite Frenchman has wowed me yet again. I finally rented Michel Gondry’s “Be Kind Rewind,” starring Jack Black, Mos Def and Danny Glover.

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