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BIFFerific

Posted by STEVE BENTON on February 22, 2010

This is the 5th year for BIFF and I look forward to next year.
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Is it spring yet?

Posted by STEVE BENTON on January 30, 2010

January is done and it's time to start thinking about spring.
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Avatar is worth seeing twice

Posted by STEVE BENTON on January 2, 2010

The IMAX experience
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Avatar is worth seeing

Posted by STEVE BENTON on December 28, 2009

I enjoyed the movie but I'm having a little trouble explaining it to people who ask, "what is it about?"
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It's the time of year to "lighten up."

Posted by STEVE BENTON on December 8, 2009

Do the phrases "Happy Holidays" or "Merry Christmas" upset you.
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Tis the season to hold your breath

Posted by STEVE BENTON on November 8, 2009

It's hard to miss the acrid smell of smoldering leaves this time of year, especially if you travel beyond the city limits of Janesville, Beloit, or most other progressive cities.
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Paul Bunyon's back yard

Posted by STEVE BENTON on October 21, 2009

There is no snow on the ground in Thief River Falls, Minnesota.
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Way "Up North"

Posted by STEVE BENTON on October 15, 2009

I'll be leaving Wisconsin for a little rest and relaxation next week.
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Oh well... no "cash for klunker" deal

Posted by STEVE BENTON on September 3, 2009

I decided against taking part in the "cash for klunkers" program.
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Get rid of the clunker... or not...

Posted by STEVE BENTON on August 10, 2009

Should I trade in my clunker for a more fuel-efficient ride?
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The King of Pop is dead

Posted by STEVE BENTON on June 26, 2009

Another music icon is gone.
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Wedding at Rotary Gardens

Posted by STEVE BENTON on June 22, 2009

I've heard that weddings at Janesville's Rotary Gardens are special, and after attending one there Sunday, I must agree.
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Ahhh, Father's Day

Posted by STEVE BENTON on June 17, 2009

Fathers will be honored Sunday June, 21st.
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The old minivan is still running

Posted by STEVE BENTON on June 8, 2009

It's well documented that vehicles last a lot longer today than they did years ago (1968) when I first started driving. The oldest of my two vehicles is a 1995 minivan, with a considerable amount of rust on it. Keeping the engine maintained seems to have paid off however since ...
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Pollen, the alien invader

Posted by STEVE BENTON on June 2, 2009

Is it just me, or is there more than the usual amount of tree pollen floating around out there this spring?
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New "Star Trek" will "live long and prosper"

Posted by STEVE BENTON on May 10, 2009

A review of the new Star Trek movie.
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New Star Trek movie is out

Posted by STEVE BENTON on May 8, 2009

Are you a Star Trek fan?
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WBA Awards

Posted by STEVE BENTON on May 4, 2009

WCLO brings home some awards.
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Odyssey Con was great!

Posted by STEVE BENTON on April 27, 2009

Call me a geek if you want, but the weekend sci fi conference in Madison, was much more than a gathering of geeks.
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Sci Fi Weekend in Madison

Posted by STEVE BENTON on April 21, 2009

It's time for another Odyssey Con, April 24th - 26th Science Fiction enthusiasts will be able to bask in everything from literature to games. Breakout sessions include discussions about specific topics or books. There will also be an art show, writing contest, and vendors will be set up. My wife ...
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