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Header image: a still from the Metropolitan Opera’s production of Poulenc’s Dialogue of the Carmelites. The year is 1600 or something. All music is church music. You can only write music for God. That’s the rule. What this one dude … Continue reading A Brief History of Opera
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Prestidigititis Memorial Thread Continue reading Prestidigititis Memorial Thread
Here are today’s contestants: – Greg Fosheim, a healthcare attorney originally from Milbank, South Dakota; – Lauren Schiebel, a fiber artist from Hightstown, New Jersey; and – Jennifer Leavey, a technical writer originally from Ashland, Massachusetts. Jennifer is a one-day … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Tue., Sept. 22
Greetings, Avocadoans! Welcome to the weekly discussion of LGBTQQIA+ issues! Rules for this discussion: In the news: Lauren Boebert denies alleged relationships with staffers: ‘I’m not a lesbian or bisexual’ Gay congressional candidate Chris Gallant won’t be shamed out of … Continue reading Weekly LGBT+ Discussion
What’s the best and worst part of writing? Are those two things the same for you? Continue reading Writing Discussion Thread Talks Best and Worst
Scott’s desire to tell people what movies to watch knows no bounds. He’s decided to create a series on here devoted to profiling directors and creating guides to their films. This week’s director is… Jafar Panahi. Highly recommended: The Mirror, … Continue reading Director Profile: Jafar Panahi
Happy equinox! The day and night are roughly equal today. Venus is at its brightest tonight, and the Full Harvest Moon is coming up on September 26th. The darkness descends on the north. Continue reading September Equinox Day Thread
Top Releases: Control Resonant (PC/PS5/Series X|S) – Releases Sep. 24th Developed by: Remedy EntertainmentPublished by: Remedy Entertainment Silent Hill: Townfall (PC/PS5) – Releases Sep. 24th Developed by: Screen Burn InteractivePublished by: Konami Digital Entertainment/Annapurna Interactive Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow (PC/PS5/Switch) … Continue reading New Game Releases 09/22/26 – 09/28/26
Hey folks! Here again is a space for people to talk about how you’re keeping active, plans to do so, or other matters related to health and fitness. Continue reading Health and Fitness Thread: 22 September 2026
This is the space for our members to discuss and share their creative projects, ranging from written works to drawings, photography, and even craft projects such as knitting and woodworking. Self promotion is welcome (websites where we can view and/or … Continue reading Creative Endeavors is Back in the Water
Movieacados! Well it is now the 22nd of September and that makes it officially the fall and fall is special to me. It is the season of both myself and Mrs. Fistcrush’ birthdays, obviously it is when Halloween happens and … Continue reading The Avocado Weekly Movie Thread (09/22)
Hello, Christmas fans! I hope you are well. I won’t be speaking to you any further because this piece is targeted at Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas fans who I consider to be a separate entity. Hello, Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas … Continue reading The Hallmark Countdown to Christmas 2026 Lineup
But feeling oh so very tired. The Ham Fam is doing ok. Still missing our buddy, and will forever. Y’all know. Anyway. Do your thing in a kind, cool, and collected manner. No threatening Mayor McSquirrel or anyone else. Give … Continue reading Tuesday’s Politics Thread is capable
The Avocado, much like Taemin, is easy to love. So you should listen to his song and fall in love. Because it’s very pretty. And I think some of you might like it. That’s all, thanks for listening. 💖 Have … Continue reading The 9/21 Night Thread is Easy to Love
Here are today’s contestants: – Donovan Bisbee, a professor from Portland, Oregon; – Jennifer Leavey, a technical writer originally from Ashland, Massachusetts; and – Mark Ramirez, an executive communications lead from Northglenn, Colorado. Mark is a two-day champ with winnings … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Mon., Sept. 21
This is the Sportacados Discussion Thread, for talking about all things sports! Feel free to live-chat games, talk about the latest news and rumours, discuss sports history, and anything else that relates to watching other grown adults throw or hit … Continue reading Sportacados Discussion Thread for September 21-22, 2026
The 44th annual Reeling Film Festival is underway. Here’s a look at what I’ve watched this weekend. My two favorites were from Spain. An Island Away from You (aka A una isla de ti, 2026, Spain). An English chef visits … Continue reading LGBT Movies: Reeling Festival 2026
Burger King wants you to know, they’re sorry. Continue reading Ad Space – Down With The King
This game’s got ostrich riders, it’s got Lee from The Walking Dead as a wizard general oral historian dressed as a pirate… it’s a certified humdinger! Continue reading Weekly Video Games Thread Scores a Critical Hit
Are there any deep, artistic, funny, delicious, or weird videos around the web you want to share? Come chat about them here! Continue reading Weekly Video Thread (09/21/26)
Fall is here. I’m not the biggest fan of fall. Lower temperatures, more clothing, less daylight… Here is the rum ham. Do not desert the rum ham, as you will regret it. Enjoy. Continue reading The Rum Ham September 21, 2026 Day Thread
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