Jul/0910
Freaks and Geeks - The Complete Series (1999)
Amazon.com
The comedy/drama Freaks and Geeks limped through its sole season on NBC in 1999 before being expelled by the network–but not before earning critical acclaim and a devoted fan base that fought valiantly to keep it on the air. Now all 18 episodes have been released in this long-awaited boxed set, which allows longtime fans and first-timers alike to enjoy one of television’s most poignant and funny programs about high school. Created by writer-comedian Paul Feig and executive produced by Judd Apatow (The Larry Sanders Show), Freaks and Geeks followed the Weir siblings–former math whiz Lindsay (Linda Cardellini of the Scooby-Doo feature films and ER) and her younger brother Sam (John Francis Daley)–as they navigated the perils and pleasures of a Michigan high school circa 1980. What separated Freaks and Geeks from most other scholastic series was its brutal honesty–Lindsay and Sam, as well as their friends and parents, were given very human personas that showe (more…)
Jul/091
Popular Playthings Magnetic Build-A-Car
From the Manufacturer
With Popular Playthings Magnetic Build-A-Car, you¿ll feel like a junior mechanic as you mix and match eleven magnetic pieces to build a coupe, sedan, pickup, crew cab, sport SUV, or full sized SUV. Want to change something or to build a truck instead of a car? No problem, our hidden magnetic locking system allows you to snap pieces together and take them apart again and again. It¿s ¿Creativity on Wheels!”
With Popular Playthings Magnetic Build-A-Car, you’ll feel like a junior mechanic as you mix and match eleven magnetic pieces to build a coupe, sedan, pickup, crew cab, sport SUV, or full sized SUV. Want to change something or to build a truck instead of a car? No problem, our hidden magnetic locking system allows you to snap pieces together and take them apart again and again. It’s “Creativity on Wheels!”
Jul/097
How Not to Be Popular (Hardcover)
Review
“Zippy and full of wit, Ziegler’s work is engaging, touching, and full of laughs.” - Rob Thomas, author of Rat Saw God and creator of Veronica Mars“Maggie and Jack’s relationship rings true, adding an irresistible sincerity to both characters that allows Maggie’s self-discovery and growth to unfold naturally. Thoughtful and fun.”—Kirkus ReviewsFrom the Hardcover edition.
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Review
“Zippy and full of wit, Ziegler’s work is engaging, touching, and full of laughs.” - Rob Thomas, author of Rat Saw God and creator of Veronica Mars“Maggie and Jack’s relationship rings true, adding an irresistible sincerity to both characters that allows Maggie’s self-discovery and growth to unfold naturally. Thoughtful and fun.”—Kirkus Reviews
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Jul/0910
Popular Mechanics (2-year) [MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION] [PRINT]
Amazon.com Review Popular Mechanics is for people who have a passion to know how things work. It’s about how the latest advances in science and technology will impact your home, your car, consumer electronics, computers, even your health. Popular Mechanics - answers for curious minds. Who Reads Popular Mechanics? The Popular Mechanics reader is curious. The reader is driven to explore, become knowledgeable and actively participate in a wide variety of interests, making him today’s Go-to Guy that Main Street America goes to for advice. What You Can Expect in Each Issue: The Popular Mechanics reader has a curious mind - a hunger to know, an inquisitive interest, and a desire to investigate and learn. Every month, Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences millions of curious minds - engaging them with breakthroughs in science and technology, how-to stories on digital technology, automotive advances and home upgrades. Tech Watch: Reporters dig deep to fin (more…)
Jul/093
How to Be Popular [BARGAIN PRICE] (Paperback)
Review
“Hilarious . . . the illustrations alone are worth the price of the book.” — Instinct, September, 2003″In-girl Jennifer McKnight-Trontz passes notes on How To Be Popular.” — Vanity Fair, September, 2003″Packaged in a cutesy retro style, the illustrated handbook will have you howling with laughter.” — Elle Girl, September/October, 2003
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Nothing is more important than being popular! Nothing! From the author of The Good Citizen’s Handbook (80,000 copies to date) comes this totally necessary collection of real teen popularity tips from the 1960s and 70s, just in time for back-to-school. Who doesn’t want to be surrounded by friends and number one on the Date Parade? Well want no more! All the secrets of popularity are revealed here, including time-tested advice on best friends (and how to get them), how to have the hippest closet in town, when to dance (and with whom), and ways to win true love - the most importan (more…)
Jul/096
Perky Pet 210P Popular Pinch Waist Hummingbird Feeder, 16 oz capacity
From the Manufacturer
Perky-Pet Pinch-Waist Glass Hummingbird Feeder features 4 feeding ports, a full-circle perch and holds 16 ounces of nectar. Use the included hanger to hang it from a branch or hook. The popular pinch waist model nectar feeders have long been a favorite of customers worldwide. For best results, use Perky-Pet Instant high energy nectar. This specially blended nectar is easy to use, requires no boiling and stays fresh longer. The clear, shatter-proof glass reservoir makes it easy to monitor nectar levels and unscrews easily from the feeder base for quick cleaning and filling. The feeder may be cleaned with the Perky-Pet Cleaning Mop. Remember to clean your feeder at least twice a week, more often in very warm climates or seasons. We offer the finest quality in wild bird feeding products and accessories. Perky-Pet is the leading supplier of Wild Bird Feeders and Accessories. Perky-Pet Hummingbird Feeder models are designed to attract hummingbirds using a (more…)
Jul/0910
Sweet Valley High - The Complete First Season (1994)
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More Beverly Hills 90210 than Freaks and Geeks, Sweet Valley High looks at the lives and loves of the popular kids rather than the outcasts. Cynthia and Brittany Daniel star as twins Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield in the television version of Francine Pascal’s best selling book series. With their seemingly perfect Southern California lives, Liz and Jess are more Betty and Veronica, from the Archie comics, than the high school girls of any other TV series. In other words, Sweet Valley Highis escapism, pure and simple–and what’s wrong with a little escapism? While both girls are part of the in-crowd, there are differences between them. Liz, a reporter for the school newspaper, is the good one, while Jess, a cheerleader, is the not-so-good one. Created by Josh Goldstein (American Dreams), The Complete First Season includes all 22 episodes broadcast between 1994-1995. Supporting characters include Liz’s boyfriend Todd (Ryan James Bittle) and best friend Enid (A (more…)
Jul/090
Popular, Vol. 1
The inaugural “Popular” CD marks the beginning of a new dance brand that is designed to appeal to a wide audience, of all ages. From dance enthusiasts to radio fans, pop lovers to R&B fans, there is something for everyone wrapped up with a high energy dance beat. The first collection of songs featured on “Popular” includes eight that have recently reached the top spot on Billboard and four more that peaked at the #2 position. The dance remakes on “Popular” allow for all these great songs to be available on one album, add a new energy to each song. Having them continually mixed also adds the convenience of playing like a party start to finish. The closing song on the album is DJ Corey Craig’s signature song “Thank You For Being A Friend”, one that he plays at the end of every set.
