Video from The Stiffs' reunion show
Sept. 5, 2009, Wilmington, DE
The Spot, Punk for Change 2009
"The Creeps"
Your Worst Nightmare covers:
"War Mad World," "11:55"
Punk for Change 2009: Where to grab a bite to eat/drink
There are several places to go to grab a bite to eat or something to drink that are nearby The Spot. If you are looking for a place to eat, your best bet is to either hit Presto or Wash St. Alehouse, venture into Trolley Square or head up to Concord Pike, where there are tons of fast food and restaurants.
Here are a few of my faves:
Downtown Wilmington:
Presto - Nice gourmet-type cafe with sandwiches, tapas, fruit shakes, coffee and fresh baked pastries. Relaxed environment w/ free wi-fi. They won't kick you out if you want to hang for a while. Next to Washington Street Alehouse, 1206 N Washington St., Wilmington.
Washington Street Ale House - Decent size bar with tons of TV, plus nice seated area. Food is pretty good for bar food, not stellar, but gets job done. Go here if you want to hang and drink. 1206 N. Washintgon St., Wilmington.
Mikimoto's - My least favorite of the trio of joints on Wash. St. Upscale sushi bar. Play bad techno music. Pricey. But if you are in mood for fresh sushi or seafood and you have some $$$ to plunk down, go for it. 1206 N. Washington St. Wilmington.
Tijuana Taco Shop - This is THE BEST mexican joint in town. Inexpensive, ultra fresh and super good. They have Twin Lakes Local 52 on tap, which is a great local brew. 1815 Lancaster Ave., Wilmington.
Logan House - Local bar that you can hang out at, get drunk and no one will get mad at you. 1701 Delaware Ave., Wilmington.
On 202 (Concord Pike):
Lucky's Coffee Shop - Retro-y kind of diner joint at former site of Ranch House on 202. Very good food, reasonably priced. Scraggly/hipster wait service. Fun place to go, kid friendly. 4003 Concord Pike, Wilmington.
Charcoal Pit - The best place for a 202 Wilmington hang. Killer triple thick milkshakes, char-burgers, char-dogs and fries. Go for ambiance and true N. Wilmington experience as much as the food. This is where all the DE punks used to hang out in the '80s. 2600 concord pike, Wilmington.
Five Guys - Also on 202, better burger than Charcoal Pit, but also way greasier. Fries are really good too. Be warned: A regular burger is actually two patties! I go for the mini-burger, which is only one. 2217 Concord Pike, Wilmington.
La Tolteca - Authentic Mexican joint. Food usually comes out fast, hot and fresh. You can get some decent margaritas here. 2209 Concord Pike, Wilmintgon.
Grotto Pizza - There's a Grotto on Pennsylvania avenue that has a full bar. People go there to watch games a lot, so be warned if you want to get your drink on, but are annoyed by drunken sports fans. And of course, the greasy ass pizza is good every once in a blue moon. 1819 Pennsylvania Ave., Wilmington.
Booze:
Kreston Liquors - This is probably closest booze store in neighborhood that is reputable (i.e., you won't have to order/pay through a revolving bullet proof window). They close at 9:00 p.m. on Saturday evening. http://www.krestonwines.com/ 904 Concord Ave.
Frank's Union Wine Mart - 1206 N. Union St. - Another non-sketchy booze store. Next to where Union Station was a million years ago. 1206 N. Union St., Wilmington.
There are also many shops on Market street heading out of the city (street numbers going up). I can't really recommend any of them.
Here are a few of my faves:
Downtown Wilmington:
Presto - Nice gourmet-type cafe with sandwiches, tapas, fruit shakes, coffee and fresh baked pastries. Relaxed environment w/ free wi-fi. They won't kick you out if you want to hang for a while. Next to Washington Street Alehouse, 1206 N Washington St., Wilmington.
Washington Street Ale House - Decent size bar with tons of TV, plus nice seated area. Food is pretty good for bar food, not stellar, but gets job done. Go here if you want to hang and drink. 1206 N. Washintgon St., Wilmington.
Mikimoto's - My least favorite of the trio of joints on Wash. St. Upscale sushi bar. Play bad techno music. Pricey. But if you are in mood for fresh sushi or seafood and you have some $$$ to plunk down, go for it. 1206 N. Washington St. Wilmington.
Tijuana Taco Shop - This is THE BEST mexican joint in town. Inexpensive, ultra fresh and super good. They have Twin Lakes Local 52 on tap, which is a great local brew. 1815 Lancaster Ave., Wilmington.
Logan House - Local bar that you can hang out at, get drunk and no one will get mad at you. 1701 Delaware Ave., Wilmington.
On 202 (Concord Pike):
Lucky's Coffee Shop - Retro-y kind of diner joint at former site of Ranch House on 202. Very good food, reasonably priced. Scraggly/hipster wait service. Fun place to go, kid friendly. 4003 Concord Pike, Wilmington.
Charcoal Pit - The best place for a 202 Wilmington hang. Killer triple thick milkshakes, char-burgers, char-dogs and fries. Go for ambiance and true N. Wilmington experience as much as the food. This is where all the DE punks used to hang out in the '80s. 2600 concord pike, Wilmington.
Five Guys - Also on 202, better burger than Charcoal Pit, but also way greasier. Fries are really good too. Be warned: A regular burger is actually two patties! I go for the mini-burger, which is only one. 2217 Concord Pike, Wilmington.
La Tolteca - Authentic Mexican joint. Food usually comes out fast, hot and fresh. You can get some decent margaritas here. 2209 Concord Pike, Wilmintgon.
Grotto Pizza - There's a Grotto on Pennsylvania avenue that has a full bar. People go there to watch games a lot, so be warned if you want to get your drink on, but are annoyed by drunken sports fans. And of course, the greasy ass pizza is good every once in a blue moon. 1819 Pennsylvania Ave., Wilmington.
Booze:
Kreston Liquors - This is probably closest booze store in neighborhood that is reputable (i.e., you won't have to order/pay through a revolving bullet proof window). They close at 9:00 p.m. on Saturday evening. http://www.krestonwines.com/ 904 Concord Ave.
Frank's Union Wine Mart - 1206 N. Union St. - Another non-sketchy booze store. Next to where Union Station was a million years ago. 1206 N. Union St., Wilmington.
There are also many shops on Market street heading out of the city (street numbers going up). I can't really recommend any of them.
The Stiffs 2009 photo shoot
Here are a few promo pics The Stiffs took at a recent rehearsal for the reunion show. We are playing Saturday, Sept. 5 in Wilmington DE at the Punk for Change 2009 show.
It's $10 at the door and benefits Faithful Friends, the animal rescue me, my wife and my dogs do pet therapy through.
-Photos by Tim Owen. Editing by Kelly Carter.
It's $10 at the door and benefits Faithful Friends, the animal rescue me, my wife and my dogs do pet therapy through.
-Photos by Tim Owen. Editing by Kelly Carter.
Michael Vick - Philadelphia Eagles union has changed my work world
The signing of Michael Vick to the Philadelphia Eagles changed my work life for the next six months. Coverage of the Eagles has taken on an entirely new importance because of Vick's presence.I spent a good part of the day reading up on the latest Vick happenings. Here's what I wrote about today:
Michael Vick talks with no emotion (video) - The conspicuous absence of any recognizable signs of remorse are troubling.
Ways you can sound off about Michael Vick - Constructive methods to voice dissent over the Eagles-Vick union and how to help your local animal shelter.
Michael Vick Bytes for August 26: Pro Vick rally, $1.3M house purchase? Philly dog fighters get light sentences.
Man at Brew Ha Ha shows his junk to female workers (That's Nuts dept.)
From CBS3.com:While dressed in spandex bicycle shorts, police said a spandex clad man would ask female workers at Branmar Plaza's Brew Ha Ha how he looked.
During one incident, he allegedly exited the restroom with a hole in his shorts, exposing his genitalia. He was arrested on charges of harassment, lewdness and indecent exposure.
Police said the man was arrested in April 2009 for similar offenses.
Forgotten Cats fundraiser Wednesday, August 26 @ Grotto Pizza
Forgotten Cats, a cat and kitten adoption and re-release program in Delaware is doing a community night fundraiser this Wednesday at all New Castle County Grotto Pizza locations.Just print out this voucher and present when you order (dine-in and take-out only) and Grotto will donate 20% of your total bill to Forgotten Cats. Event takes place from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., August 26, 2009 only.
Animal cruelty on Family Guy
Prime Time Emmys are Sept. 20th and here Stewie and Brian have a "little talk" about who Brian is voting for.
I can laugh at this because it's parody and not real ... unlike some other instances of animal cruelty. (Be warned: Silly and graphic cartoon violence.)
I can laugh at this because it's parody and not real ... unlike some other instances of animal cruelty. (Be warned: Silly and graphic cartoon violence.)
