Sunday Stuff
2/8/26
On Sundays, we talk arts & leisure!
But first, some business:
Next Stop: El Paso, Texas
Venue: Robbins Amphitheater
Thurs, February 12, 2026, 8:00 pm.
Fri, February 13, 2026, 8:00 pm.
(Furry Friends night! Donate a can of cat/dog food for $2.00 off admission.)
Sat, February 14, 2026, 2:00 & 8:00 pm.
Sun, February 15, 2026, 2:00 pm.
Come see us live and in-person!
Deadman from Strange Adventures!
“You were here, Hook, and you got away, maybe moments ago! I’ll find you again … killer!”
Boston Brand was a daredevil circus aerialist who “cheated death” every night. Until a hook-handed assassin took his life.
Resurrected as a spirit, Deadman set out to find his murderer while also keeping an eye on his circus friends.
With a dark storyline (for 1967) featuring the evil League of Assassins, and breathtaking art by the legendary Neal Adams, Deadman became a cult classic that still holds up today.
The evocative circus milieu, loaded with delightful Big Top characters, is enough to enshrine Deadman as a living legend and make it our Book of the Week!
I am a competitive eater. My act consists of consuming 60 pastries in 60 seconds! I call it the “Eclair Beware Challenge.” How may I try out for your carnival?
— Duncan, the Duke of Doughnuts
To Whom It May Concern,
Competitive eating is not a talent, any more than raw gluttony or frothing bowel movements are talents.
When you can eat 60 doughnuts while balancing on a unicycle atop a high wire? Kindly reach out to us.
The “Ask A Circus Performer” feature is going on hiatus as of this moment.
It will return at such time as we receive intelligent questions that fit the purpose of this section.
(Introducing a new feature! Take it away, Madame Z.)
My attention has been recently directed to a clash of leviathans.
My mind diverted to a struggle of great importance.
Voices call out from beyond!
I decipher the mystic clues; I divine the myriad omens.
This unfolding future is a harbinger of prophecies and inevitabilities.
My mystic gaze strengthens as evanescent messages presage and foretell all that shall be.
The secret world reveals itself to my sight.
Giving me unimaginable clarity into today’s Super Bowl!
My prediction: Seattle 20, New England 6.
But still my spiritual journey persists! I delve deeper into realms beyond the veil.
My spirit guides do whisper these words: “BET THE UNDER.”
With the over/under at 45.5 points, it would be wise to heed this sagacious advice.
Fate now calls Madame Zoltara to take her leave. For her chicken wings are almost done, and her guests are soon to arrive.
Will one of them bring blue cheese? On that, the future appears murky.
Ranch dressing may have to suffice.
The spirit world, although deep and rewarding, offers no hints as to items omitted whilst shopping.
That will bring a close to this edition of Sunday Stuff. We’ll have The Flying McCoys offer us a smile as we conclude our time today.
Have a great week! May you always wander toward the wonder.
