Aug
4
Geek Tweetathon for Kids Need to Read
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From our friends at KNTR: It is no secret Kids Need to Read has a special place in its heart for geeks! Our foundation sprang from the minds of geeks, including author PJ Haarsma, actor Nathan Fillion, and many Browncoats. We even hold an annual Geek Prom at a comic convention (Phoenix Comicon) to celebrate [...]
Aug
15
Iran: Equality Now welcomes the news of Shadi Sadr’s release from prison on 28 July 2009 following her illegal arrest. Shadi Sadr, an Iranian human rights activist and lawyer, was violently beaten and abducted by plain-clothes officials while on her way to Friday prayers in Tehran on 17 July 2009. Shadi’s friends and family were [...]
May
22
Austin CSTS Tickets on Sale
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It’s that time again! Time to get ready for Austin’s Can’t Stop the Serenity! June 28th is the day, but you don’t have to wait until then to get your tickets. That’s right! Tickets are on sale now at the Alamo Drafthouse Lake Creek website for all three event showings – 12PM, 5PM, and 10PM. [...]
May
12
Geekstravaganza – What is Air Combat?
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Geekstravaganza 2009, a charity geekfest organized by the Austin Browncoats, is holding an Air Combat Tournament as one of the main events. For those curious as to what exactly Air Combat is, take a look at this demonstration video. Full rules and registration information can be found at the Geekstravaganza website. Proceeds from Geekstravaganza 2009 [...]
Apr
28
“Name the Crappy Town Where You’re a Hero” charity auction
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Quantum Mechanix (QMx) is sponsoring the “Name the Crappy Town Where You’re a Hero” charity auction. Starting April 26th, 50 town names will be auctioned via eBay with all proceeds going to Equality Now. If you win an auction, your name will be submitted, and pending studio approval, will be used in the upcoming official [...]