http://www.viewpoints.com/Entertainment--3134 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:44:06 GMT Reviews about Entertainment http://www.viewpoints.com/Georgia-Aquarium-Atlanta-GA-review-ffcb3 My husband and I have been to the Georgia Aquarium twice so far, and it is just amazing. From the natural flow of the aquarium, making it easy to navigate to the beauty of each of the displays it is someplace that you want to return to over and over again. Although it can be quite a haul for us, they offer coupons at certain times to make the trip more affordable, not to mention the prices of the year pass arent all that expensive. My 19 month old son was amazed by the displays, lights, colors and activities...and I know he will only become more and more interested in those things the older he gets. It is a fantastic family oriented destination, and it is a great place to take guests that you may have visiting the Atlanta area. Definitly a MUST SEE for everyone and... Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:44:06 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Georgia-Aquarium-Atlanta-GA-review-ffcb3 swimmachic 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/South-Austin-Museum-of-Popular-Culture-Austin-TX-review-5b855 The South Austin Museum of Popular Culture was founded in 2004 to celebrate Austin's contributions to pop culture from the '60s to the present. Among the permanent exhibits are an eye-popping collection of concert posters, many from the legendary Austin venues the Armadillo World Headquarters and the Vulcan Gas Comapny, and Ken Featherston's 1974 mural "Peyote Dreams". — The funky little space is just one of the many cultural institutions that help to "Keep Austin Weird." In addtion to the permanent collection on display, there are special exhibitions from Austin artists of all types, ranging from painting to photography to underground comics. — The museum is a nostalgia trip for longtime Austinites, and a feast for the eyes to newbies and out-of-towners eager to soak up the vibe. — If the museum is closed, you can always view the SAMOPC Memorial Wall located next to the driveway, which honors fallen heroes of Texas music and culture, including Janis... Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:24:11 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/South-Austin-Museum-of-Popular-Culture-Austin-TX-review-5b855 jmdobies 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Bedroxx-Tucson-AZ-review-d8555 It was my 19 yr olds birthday and I wanted to do something different.  The kids suggested bowling.  I have one of the Entertainment books and saw Bedroxx Bowling center.  There were coupons for half off 4 games of bowling.  It looked like there was a lot to do there other then just the bowling too so we could make a whole afternoon of it at one place.  So we decided to go there.  We had a really good time. — For a Saturday, it was not that busy.  We got a lane to ourselves.  If you want bumper bowling, you can get it.  IN fact, you can set it so the bumpers come up for certain members and not for other members.  I have never seen that before.  A family near us had the bumpers come up for their 5 yr old and no bumpers for the rest who were more experienced bowlers.  The place was very clean.  Employees were continually coming by and taking away trash and such.  The employees were very friendly.  My 12 yr... Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:30:17 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Bedroxx-Tucson-AZ-review-d8555 SWRdRunner 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Common-Interest-Austin-TX-review-fc1f5 The Common Interest, located in the Spectrum Shopping Center on Burnet Road three blocks south of Highway 183, is Austin's original karaoke bar. Originally opened in 1974, the bar added karaoke to the mix 20 years later and the place been hoppin' ever since. — When the club won a "Best of Austin" award in 2005, The Austin Chronicle wrote, "Much to the chagrin of music snobs everywhere, the so-called 'fad' that washed upon these shores more than a decade ago is still singing its heart out (if a bit off key). A phenomenon once exclusive to Japan, karaoke is now part of the American office party underbelly with mainstream counterparts in the forms of clubs and special bar nights. Way back in the day, Common Interest said nay to the naysayers and has been going strong, offering the very best of the 'empty orchestra' to regulars and the newbies alike. Long may the parrot croon!" — Unlike Austin Karaoke, which offers classic Japanese-style karaoke with private rooms and cheesy,... Sat, 30 Aug 2008 16:56:10 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Common-Interest-Austin-TX-review-fc1f5 jmdobies 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Getty-Museum-Los-Angeles-CA-review-76fd0 they getty center in los angeles and the getty villa in malibu are absolutly beautiful places to go. i spend a lot of time in both muesums because they're extensive collections are amazing to look at. they both have a lot of history and its fun to just go there and hang out. — i strongly reccomend these places. —... Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:37:26 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Getty-Museum-Los-Angeles-CA-review-76fd0 gigglegigglepink 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/dsjkjfkjdf-JKVMZNMNV-KS-review-c5190 CKVJVJDKFCLS klcdksfhcvjdjfsdfncsc sfsfsdfsdf sdfsdfsdf sdfwrtr erg d ggs dg sd g sd vs df dsf s v s d f sd fe r w r edc d a d a e qw e qwe qwd as das we we a da d a sd as ca f e c s d sd w d a d qw e qw e q w d qw dw r ef we — dsfksdkfkksdfkskdfkksdl fck sdhfsdjfjdscdsfcd fdsdsdsdd dfsdssds sdssx dfxcdsfsdsd dcscsc xcsc scsd xcsdzxa saxasx xcscscsc sdss —... Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:47:20 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/dsjkjfkjdf-JKVMZNMNV-KS-review-c5190 chelsaerose 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Orlys-Treehouse-Westbury-NY-review-d4678 Orlys treehouse is a wonderful place where parents can drop children off in a supervised playground while they sit in the cafe and have a cup of coffee and chat, or go to the exercise room.  There is a variety of classes for children to take for an extra fee, but well worth the money.  My children have been going there for a year now and beg me daily to go back to the "treehouse".  They will make new friends and the staff will all know you name with in a... Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:34:22 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Orlys-Treehouse-Westbury-NY-review-d4678 rhijt 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/portrait-innovations-portrait-innovations-fairview-heights-IL-review-ad157 I took my children herre to get their pictures taken and had a very bad experience.  We had an appointment and they were 45 minutes behind.  The photographer had no idea what she was doing and I had to tell her how to place my kids and what to do pretty much.  I should have been paid for the session.  When we went to review the pictures I was sitting in a chair and one of the other photographers had no chair so she came and took mine so I had to stand and look at my proofs.  Anyway the pictures turned out okay because my children are beautiful but the picture was very dark.  When I got home I called the corp. office and complained so they sent me a gift certificate to use.  I still have not used it but probably will give them another try.  —... Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:38:31 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/portrait-innovations-portrait-innovations-fairview-heights-IL-review-ad157 qu 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/Jacksonville-Jaguars-Jacksonville-FL-review-3a076 Although I moved away from NE Florida during week one of the 2007 NFL season, I am still a diehard Jacksonville Jaguars fan. I don't get to see them play on TV as much as I'd like, but it's not like I've transferred my allegiance to the Texans. — The Jaguars fit the profile of many of my favorite teams in various pro sports, in that they are a small market franchise. The smallest market in the league, in fact. So the Jags are a bit like my beloved Montreal Expos, except for the fact that they are still in existence. — In the last days of my Florida residency, coach Jack Del Rio made a bold move and named David Garrard the starting quarterback, and gave former #1 draft pick Byron Leftwich his walking papers, putting an end to number 7's disappointing tenure. Leftwich signed with Atlanta in the wake of Michael Vick's dogfighting indictment, and I got to see him play a few series in a mid-season game against Tennessee, and man, he stunk up the joint. Even if Garrard hadn't... Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:30:31 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Jacksonville-Jaguars-Jacksonville-FL-review-3a076 jmdobies 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Southbrook-Annandale-MN-review-204e1 Southbrook is a great course.  The people that golf there range from people that are learning to golf, people that have no hope in the sport of golf, and those that are avid golfers.  You see all ages out on the course having a great time.  The course is well maintained and has a club house equipped to help you out in the shop or satisfy your hunger or thirst in the bar and grill. I enjoy going to Southbrook on special occasions with my... Mon, 25 Aug 2008 14:25:04 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Southbrook-Annandale-MN-review-204e1 gpep2001 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Dallas-World-Aquarium-Dallas-TX-review-1c9b9 Dallas World Aquarium is a stunning place to have a private party.  I rented the acquarium to hold a very upscale private dinner party.  The guests were very pleased with the venue.  It was relaxing, pretty and very interesting to watch the fish while eating.  We also toured the other half of the building too.... Sun, 24 Aug 2008 20:49:17 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Dallas-World-Aquarium-Dallas-TX-review-1c9b9 gjintexas 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Georgia-Aquarium-Atlanta-GA-review-50784 We live in Atlanta.  We purchased season passes to the aquarium it's second year.  It's just a wonderful place.  We love it.  Our 3 year old loves it.  And we have taken many out of town guests who loved it.  Everyone loves the Beluga whales the best.  The aquarium is clean and has amazing exhibits.  Probably the BEST place thing to do in Atlanta.  The cafe in the aquarium is great and very reasonably priced.  They have lots of variety too which is nice when you have young children. — No complaints about the aquarium! —... Sun, 24 Aug 2008 19:52:22 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Georgia-Aquarium-Atlanta-GA-review-50784 daisybirddog 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Georgia-Aquarium-Atlanta-GA-review-c7473 First things first, the Georgia Acquarium is a neat attraction that really doesn't have a comparison.  Afterall, it boasts being the world's largest acquarium.  There are many things to see and experience there, which definitely makes it, at the very least, interesting.  — — I do, however, have several gripes with regard to the acquarium which make me feel like I will never patrionize their business again.  For the most part, my complaints about the acquarium fall in line with other popular attractions, but I do not think that they are quite at the level to make it worth the trip.  I feel that the cost for everything surrounding the trip to be quite ridiculous.  The parking, admission to the acquarium and cost for food/beverages/gifts seem to be quite high.  When you visit other popular attractions, you can justify the costs based on the return that you are getting during your visit.  The two times that I visited, I spent about 3... Sun, 24 Aug 2008 03:00:18 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Georgia-Aquarium-Atlanta-GA-review-c7473 Emily0520 2 http://www.viewpoints.com/Fun-Spot-Amusement-Park-and-Zoo-Angola-IN-review-7e492 I recently discovered a gem of an amusement park.  It's located in Angola, Indiana, and aptly named Fun Spot Amusement Park and Zoo.  — My mother and I took five children ages 3,5 and 10 on a quiet Friday afternoon.  Parking was plentiful, there was no waiting line to be admitted, and best of all there were rarely any lines for the rides all day. — The admission to get into Fun Spot is fairly priced, especially when compared to those roving carnivals that come and go for a weekend.  An all day ride pass is $16 for anyone over 42" tall and is only $8 for those under 42" tall.  General admission for those not riding is $4, and children under age two who are not riding are free.  We were fortunate to have coupons from the campground that we were staying at so we were able to buy one admission and get the other for half price for everyone in our party.  It was a great deal. — The younger... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 02:02:36 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Fun-Spot-Amusement-Park-and-Zoo-Angola-IN-review-7e492 mindyvol 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/New-Zoo-Green-Bay-WI-review-b3380 The New Zoo is a great place to take the day and worry less about the daily stresses in your life! We make the short trip quite a few times a year. It never gets old seeing all of the animals. Our favorite to sit and watch are for sure the otters. It's also fun to feed the Coy and goats. When my parents come down from Michigan, they always make time to go to the New Zoo with us. We just spend the day walking around and taking pictures of the different exhibits. This is also an affordable place for couples and families on a budget. I'd rather spend the day at the New Zoo than a night in a bar any... Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:38:42 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/New-Zoo-Green-Bay-WI-review-b3380 kforsman2008 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/DisneyQuest-Lake-Buena-Vista-FL-review-33da4 The idea behind this place sounded incredible.  Five stories of interactive, virtual fun!  When we went to bought the tickets, I was shocked at the price.  $ 160.00 for three adults and one child.  Ouch.  My husband & I debated whether we should spend the money, but decided it was something we'd never get to do again so why not?  Well, we should have listened to our instincts and NOT done it. — First of all, my seven year old wasn't tall enough to do a lot of the things inside.  That blew me away because he's old enough to ride the actual rides at Disneyworld, so why can't he do the virtual stuff?  Still can't figure that one out.  Second of all, the place was SO HOT inside!  All the games put off a lot of heat, and there were a lot of people inside so that didn't help out any either.  — And lastly....IT WAS DISGUSTING!  I put on a virtual helmet and when I did, the sweat from the person before me got ALL OVER my... Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:42:19 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/DisneyQuest-Lake-Buena-Vista-FL-review-33da4 jasyjen 1 http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Red-Box-Oakbrook-Terrace-IL-review-24d83 I hate the hassle of renting movies form the store. It seems like the fees go on forever with movie rental places. One of the best things about red box is that once the movie has been out for a prolonged time period it just charges your card and it's yours to keep. The downside is remembering to bring the movie back can be tough and since they keep your card number until the movie is returned, there is no way to avoid the charges. All in all I would say this is a great option for those who are responsible and get things done in a timely manner. For the rest of us I would suggest just purchasing the... Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:13:48 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Red-Box-Oakbrook-Terrace-IL-review-24d83 samham19 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/Wonder-Works-Orlando-FL-review-399b4 Wonder Works is dubbed "An Amusement Park for the Mind".  I really don't think you need to put your mind into the place to enjoy it, but you can certainly put your hands into it.  — This place is loaded with hands on interactive exhibits and displays.  There is a section where kids can make giant bubbles, play soccer and basketball without balls, fly a space mission or a plane and swim with sharks.  Most of the exhibits are interactive and are very creative. — There is also Lazer Tag, which I competed in and had a blast.  They also have a small arcade and a dinner show. We did not stay for the dinner show.  This was a great place for a rainy day.  We spent about 2 1/2 hours inside.  It is best suited for kids under 13.  —... Mon, 18 Aug 2008 03:49:07 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Wonder-Works-Orlando-FL-review-399b4 mysticstarfish 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Wheelwright-Museum-of-the-American-Indian-Santa-Fe-NM-review-07211 A major exhibition has opened at the Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian in Santa Fe, New Mexico. — — Entitled, "From the Railroad to Route 66: The Native American Curio Trade in New Mexico," it traces Native American art and craft from the mid-19th Century to today. The exhibition coincides with the release of Jonathan Batkin's new book of a similar name, The Native American Curio Trade in New Mexico. The book and the exhibition follow 20 years of research by Batkin, the current Director of the Wheelwright.The visitor's tour through the time tunnel of Native American curio and craft work starts with the first dealer to open a store in Santa Fe, Aaron Gold and his son, Jake. The owners worked with Native artisans to create crafts that could be sold to visitors and to the world at large. — At the time, the interest in things Indian was explosive. Items were created by the thousands at the direction of trading posts and dealers. Actual Native significance... Mon, 18 Aug 2008 02:24:07 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Wheelwright-Museum-of-the-American-Indian-Santa-Fe-NM-review-07211 Eyerater 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Ripleys-Aquarium-of-the-Smokies-Gatlinburg-TN-review-96a67 Ripley's Aquarium Of The Smokies — — My husband and I went to the Ripley's Aquarium when we went on our honeymoon to the Great Smokey Mountains.  I had never been to an aquarium before, and I loved it.  My husband, however, is an aquarium fanatic. He was impressed.  He really enjoyed petting the stingrays.  There were lots of things to see there, we could have spent more than one day there.  Our camera battery ran out before the aquarium did, and that's saying alot!  There is a tunnel where you are surrounded by a shark tank.  You stand on a slow moving conveyer belt, so you have plenty of time to see everything in the shark habitat.  Can you imagine a 12 foot long shark right above your head?  It was spectacular!  We bought a package of tickets to the various Ripley's attractions in the area, so I'm not sure exactly what the price to the aquarium was, but in all, I thought it was a great package.  —... Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:20:27 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Ripleys-Aquarium-of-the-Smokies-Gatlinburg-TN-review-96a67 lovelyladylauralee 5