New laws in effect Tuesday

Several new laws go into effect this Tuesday, including the "intentional feeding or placement of food that attracts pelicans so as to be detrimental to the survival or health of a local population". So please, don't feed the pelicans...
There are also new rules for ATV's, size limits for bass and speckled perch, and boat registration fees will increase.

How cool is Tim McGraw?

Earlier this week, Tim's tour took him to Auburn, Washington. While performing 'Indian Outlaw', you can hear Tim calling for security to "get this guy outta here"; allegedly, a male fan rushed the stage attacking a female concertgoer in the process. When security didn't get there fast enough, you can see Tim reach into the crowd to pull the guy up on the stage. Tim even gets into some verbal sparring with the guy and, all the while, never interrupts the flow of the song!!!! Sing it with me - and you don't mess around with Tim...

American Idol Auditions

Season 8 of American Idol is in the works and you know what that means... auditions! For some viewers the auditions, especially the really bad auditions, are the favorite part of the entire season. The last date of auditions is August 19th, and Season 8 will begin airing mid-January 2009.
American Idols Live, featuring Season 7 winner David Cook and the other 11 finalists, will be at BankAtlantic Center on August 20th.

Mammoth Crib Recall

28 models of cribs made by Jardine Enterprises have been recalled. If you have one of the cribs, you will receive a voucher for a new crib. The recall includes cribs sold between January 2002 and May 2008. You can find the model number on the inside of the bottom rail of the headboard or footboard. You can also call 1-800-646-4106 for more details.

Hazardous Waste Drop-Off

If you're a Broward County resident, you can drop off your household hazardous waste and electronics recycling for free. From 8a-3p, you can bring your old paint, cellphones, propane tanks, motor oil, pesticides, fire extinguishers, and the like*. Proof of Broward County residency required, and there are 3 locations open every Friday & Saturday:

2780 N. Powerline Rd. (North of Copans)
Pompano Beach

5601 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd. (East of 441)
West Park

5490 Reese Rd. (open Saturdays only)
Davie

954-765-4999 to find out more.

* other items:

Solvents
Household Cleaners
Lawn & Pool Chemicals
Mercury Thermometers
Rechargeable Batteries
Televisions
Computers
Monitors
Printers
Keyboards
Auto Batteries
Tires

A doorbell for your cubicle

If you or someone you know work within a cubicle, then a cubicle doorbell may be for you.
There are twelve different sounds to choose from for your Cubicaller, from a chirping bird to a foghorn. A great gift idea for the coworker who has everything!

Free Cleveland Clinic Lectures

The Cleveland Clinic Women's Lecture Series, "For Your Health" are on Wednesday nights from 7p-8p. The lectures are free but space is limited, so you need to call ahead to reserve a seat. Refreshments are provided.

There's also a special lecture:
Staying Cool in A Health Crisis: Emergency Medicine Topics that Matter to You.
Saturday, July 12th, 9a-2p
Free, but still must RSVP at 1-800-691-6555

George Carlin tribute

R.I.P. George Carlin 1937-2008
As a special tribute, NBC will re-air the 1975 premiere episode of Saturday Night Live with George Carlin as host this Saturday night (28th).
George Carlin was way more than the "7 words you can't say on television"; he was observational humor before observational humor was cool (Seinfeld). I had posted this Carlin bit in August of last year - you can read along if you like, but it's much better hearing George's delivery. Enjoy the genius...