For those discussions and thread that don’t fit specifically in any of the other categories
I stopped posting this because interest dropped off, and anyone wanting to talk about docs or news would probably have better luck in the OT. But, the last week or so has had a little uptick in true crime happenings: … Continue reading Return of the True Crime-ocado
Good morning and Happy President’s Day. Today’s question: Who is your favorite fictional president in all of pop culture? For me it’s President Whitmore from Independence Day. My tradition is to post his picture on Facebook every July Fourth – “the day … Continue reading Favorite Fictional President
Every day, there are scientists who travel miles underground to tend to their dark matter detectors. This may be old news to you; you may even, like me, be one of those scientists – nevertheless, I invite you to pause … Continue reading A Primer on Dark Matter Physics, Part 1
Sooooo, President’s Day. If you’re an American, that’s certainly a thing, right? Enjoy this emotional tribute: What did you do this weekend? Continue reading What Did You Do This Weekend?
If you’re like me, you spend your weekends catching up on a lot of housework you didn’t do during the week. So, here is a place is a place to commiserate, ask for advice, or maybe brag about how clean … Continue reading Weekly Cleaning Thread #4: Successes!
Went to a restaurant Friday night with some friends who were excited to go, I was disappointed. The portions were on the small side and flavor was lacking, I had to add salt to everything (even the chips!). Have you … Continue reading Sunday Food Thread 2/17
Post ’em if you got ’em! Continue reading The Pet Thread Is the Friends We Made Along the Way
To all who come to this happy place, welcome. Disneyland is your land. Here age relives fond memories of the past, and here youth may savor the challenge and promise of the future. Disneyland is dedicated to the the ideals, … Continue reading The Inaugural(?) Theme Park Thread Opens Its Doors Prematurely
Hey, all; Happy Friday, No real topic this week, so it’s all about you. Share your ups, your downs, your successes your failures; or hell, even if you just need a minute to rant about the one dick who keeps … Continue reading Job Rants Thread – 2/15/2019
The Avocado GIF Exchange is back! Share your favorite (uncommon) GIFs that you don’t mind other people swiping and reposting! Such as… Or… The most popular GIF by upvotes will receive a SPECIAL AWARD*!!! GO! Continue reading Avocado GIF Exchange
Instructions! Ask questions about anything that might require a bit of thought or research. The OTs and PTs fly by so quick not many eyeballs might catch your query. Put them here and they last all week. Check back to … Continue reading Avocado Pop Culture and More Reference Desk – 12
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread — Special Hearts Day Edition — 2/14/2019
As always… Whatcha makin‘? Alright, let’s get our pop culture nerd on today. We are The Avocado, after all. Where have you seen crafting in pop culture? The header image is Stars Hollow’s knitathon in season seven of Gilmore Girls, … Continue reading The Craftocado: Crafting in Pop Culture
Some guidelines to help this space be a positive experience for everyone: ☮ As always with the Avocado, don’t feel compelled to share beyond your comfort level. ☮ Anyone who identifies as female, or who was socialized female/AFAB/otherwise has firsthand experience with … Continue reading The Women+ Post Gets Lost Reading
Good morning and Happy Valentine’s Day. I wanted to wish all the Avocados here a Happy Valentines Day! Everybody is loved and appreciated here and I thought you should know that. Happy Valentine’s Day – Don’t eat too much chocolate … Continue reading Happy Valentine’s Day from Mister S
The Quintessential Quintuplets is a shōnen manga series written and illustrated by Negi Haruba. It tells the story of an ordinary high school student who has to tutor five badly-behaved identical quintuplets from a rich, prestigious family. The manga has … Continue reading Weekly Japanese Pop Culture Thread (February 13th, 2019)
Have at it, folks! Continue reading Tolerable Discussions 2.13.2019
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread — 2/12/2019
Welcome! The purpose of this thread is to talk about all things related to the wonderful world of musical theatre. Each week (or so) I will post a thread with a topic/question for everyone to respond to. This is also … Continue reading Musicals Thread (Feeling the Love)
Welcome to this week’s History Thread! Not going to select a subject this week, but today is the 210th birthday of both Abraham Lincoln and Charles Darwin, two of the 19th Century’s most consequential figures. Continue reading The Weekly History Thread of Discovery
This is the space for our members to discuss and share their creative projects, ranging from written works to drawings or photography (craft projects such as knitting and woodworking are welcome, but there’s also a dedicated space for those at … Continue reading The Creative Endeavors Thread Casts Blame
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