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The Cool Tricks and Trinkets Newsletter #305 7/1/4 |
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Welcome to the 305th issue of the Cool Tricks and Trinkets Newsletter offering weekly insights into new, cool, useful, fun, unusual and interesting sites on the Internet.
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ShipofFools.com is a 3-month virtual experiment that aims to create a 'holy place' on an otherwise chaotic Web, a sanctuary where people can come to pray and worship. An amazing experience in online interaction, the site is sponsored by the Methodist Church of the UK. Although it is technically a Christian Church, it openly welcomes worshippers of all faiths. Ship of Fools only asks that all visitors behave respectfully, as people who break the House Rules will be removed immediately by the Church staff. Visitors can sign up anonymously, which will allow you to walk around, worship and listen to others but not engage churchgoers in conversation, or join the congregation, where you can establish a personal identity and participate in discussions with other members. Like other more traditional houses of GOD, there are scheduled sermons between which you can walk freely throughout this beautiful sanctuary or sit and pray silently. http://shipoffools.com/church/ The 50 Coolest Song Parts A result of a Retrocrush.com survey, this top 50 list pays tribute to the best song 'parts' of all time. Whilst they may be hidden within unremarkable, cheesy and even plain awful songs, these awesome lyrics, unforgettable drum rolls, guitar solos, and legendary choruses continue to strike a chord within all of us. After listening and laughing your way down this cool list that ends with an undeniable winner, you can explore the rest of the Retrocrush universe. The 'World's Finest Pop Culture Site' is a trip down mainstream memory lane that tours the women, movies, commercials and products that will bring out the embarrassing teenager in all of us. http://www.retrocrush.com/archive2004/coolsongs/ Magazine Art Portal Welcome to Magazineart.org, a free visual database filled to the brim with Magazine Cover Art from the 19th and 20th Centuries. While the site values all forms of art, its focus on magazines comes from the direct influence they have had on our culture, to what we eat and how we act, dress and even think. The editors have a refreshingly positive attitude that is reflected in the site's philosophy, which is simply the enjoyment of art that visitors might otherwise not ever see or know about. No strings attached. Scroll through the amazing illustrations of 19th Century artwork, track the visual progression of the legendary Harper's publication, enjoy the hilarious but impressive visuals of the Pulps, as well as literally hundreds of megabytes of true social history. SHORT TAKES Urban Golf Who needs the beautiful green acres of Pebble Beach when you can play on the rugged concrete fairways of an industrial neighborhood in Tucson, Arizona? Using a tennis ball instead of a 3-iron, learn the legendary sport of Urban Golf, which proudly proclaims its motto, "Everybody Sucks". Four! <><><><> How old are you? We all know how many years we've been around, but what about comparatively speaking? Use this cool Age Gauge to get broader perspectives on your life, such as how much younger you are than Pope John Paul II and how old you were during the O.J. trial. http://www.frontiernet.net/~cdm/age1.html <><><><> Monitor Camera What an amazing feat! Monitor Camera uses the newest in digital media, including "gigatron technology," to let any user stare into his or her monitor, click the Take Picture button and get an online self-portrait. But warning: "Monitor camera is not responsible for problems with your picture." Enjoy
the newsletter? Tell your friends to subscribe by sending an email to: The Other Hawaii This is an amazing glance into the pristine islands of Hawaii, seen through the eyes of the crew of Hokule'a. Hokule'a is a modernized version of a traditional Polynesian canoe. As part of a project of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, this small canoe and its stellar crew will embark on a journey of education, and restoration to the otherwise unreachable islands and atolls of Northwestern Hawaii. With
the use of satellite communication and modern sails, the crew will follow
in the footsteps of their ancestors, journeying to some of the most isolated
and beautiful islands in all of Polynesia. They will communicate with
over sixty school classrooms in an effort to share their vision of preservation
and environmentalism with Hawaii's children. Visitors to the site will
learn about the volcanic formation of the islands, view rare photos of
native wildlife, and read the online journals of the http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/specials/hokulea/ Single Man's Guide to TV Dinners Hard-working bachelors must be selective when it comes to their evening meals. After all, not all TV dinners are created equal. This simple, light-hearted sight has reviewed the endless 'freezer fare' at your local supermarket in an effort to help single men make the right frozen food decisions. With a hobbyist's enthusiasm, Ray Cole, the site's editor, writes amusing yet elegant reviews of the jewels and duds of the frozen food section. While highly recommending Hot Pockets new 'Baked not Fried' Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza Snacks, his evolved frozen palate does not go so easy on other, inferior microwave meals such as the lovable Green Giant's Breakfast Patties. Exploring the Middle Ages The result of extensive research done by author Susan Wallace while writing a novel based in the 13th Century, Mostly Medieval teaches us about the customs and culture of The Middle Ages. The site is easy to navigate and contains information on fascinating elements of the time period including Myths and Legends, Heraldry, Religion, Music and Medicine. Within the site there is an astonishing amount of specific data from this 'darker period' in history. You can read about the history of the Book of Days, learn song lyrics to lost ballads and discover the frightening mythological creatures that roamed the imaginations of original Englishmen. From here visitors may also link to Skell.org's other related sites; Travels in the UK, Merkat Cross and Ars Priscus. **********Advertisement**************
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Joystiq is the ultimate news destination for video game junkies everywhere. With extensive reviews on games and game machines, industry news, current updates and a whole lot more to satisfy even the most dedicated players out there, we proudly welcome you to Gamers Paradise! This web log caters to all aspects of the gaming world, with articles that can help you whether you are not sure which game console to buy for your kids or are simply looking for the release date of the next hot fighting game. And if video games are too childish for some of us boring grown-ups, then check out the section of the log dealing with Office technology. Design Eye for the Usability Guy In response to Nielsen's much publicized 'Guidelines on the Display of Links', the website Design by Fire created this hilarious spoof on the new mainstream philosophy. Taking cue from the hit show "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy", Andrei Herasimchuk has compiled his own 'Fab Five' of Web Style gurus who take a serious look at Nielsen's personal style. Dealing in 'Content and Communication', Andrei heads The Design Fab Five, a cadre of Internet stylists the likes of which the Web has never known. He is helped by Didier, who specializes in 'Illustration and Graphics', Keith on 'Web Design, Cameron on 'Print Design', and Greg who deals in 'Designer Attitude'. By the time this new Fab Five is done with him, Mr. Nielsen just might have what it takes to give his own advice. http://www.designbyfire.com/000094.html SUBSCRIBERS' SITES - Many of our subscribers have fascinating on-line projects. This weekly section will introduce you to some of these sites. Please let me know about your project so that I might mention it in this section. Write me at info@tricksandtrinkets.com ~Silly Buddies - an Interactive Humour Community! ~Site Popper - automatically flips and scrolls through your favorite websites. ~John Stoller, CPA - Making IRS problems disappear. ~Freya Creative Floral Design - The wonderful art of Freya Prowe.
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