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 Picks of the Week: 8th July 2002

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Wimbledon Championships
Wimbledon Championships Well, just when you thought it was safe to go back to your computer after a month of World Cup action, it seems Wimbledon has taken over the world. And quite right too, given the calibre of some of the players making a racket this year. Sadly, Picks Team favourite Anna Kournikova didn't make it through, although being voted the World's Most Beautiful Woman by the readers of a well-known lad's magazine isn't bad as a consolation prize. Ah well, at least we at Picks Central won our bet that Tim "Timmy" Henman could make it through to the semis...
Found in Tennis Tournaments > Grand Slams
 
World Worm Charming Championships
World Worm Charming Championships Now, if all those grass tennis courts have left you a-hankering after some more lawn sports; fret not. The little-known pursuit of worm charming may be for you. The World Worm Charming Championships take place in Cheshire each year and are based on a set of 18 rules devised by The International Federation of Charming Worms and Allied Pastimes. In scenes reminiscent of the sci-fi sandworm epic, Dune, entrants have to charm the worms out of the ground using only vibrations - no digging allowed! Last years biggest specimen? A massive 3.6 grams. Early birds indeed.
Found in Entertainment > Events
 
A Quarter Of
A Quarter Of If the words 'Cola Cubes' make you salivate in anticipation, then read on. This, ahem, sweet site is an absolute dream for those with a serious sugar craving. A Quarter Of stocks all those sweeties you'll remember from your mispent youth (and pocket money) and will deliver them to your door (if you live in the UK). Among the treats on offer are Flying Saucers, those cool sherbert lolly dip things, White Mice, and both kinds of Cola Bottles. There's also a competition to win a stone of sweets - at the rate we're going, we're actually kind of hoping no-one at Picks Central wins! Pass the penny chews...
Found in Food and Drink > Desserts and Sweets > Candy
 
Richard O'Brien
Richard O'Brien "It's just a jump to the left, and then a step to the right..." If you're not familiar with Richard O'Brien - get ready for a spanking! The perfect introduction to this Great British cult star is, of course, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which he filmed way back in 1975 after the success of the stage show. This site tracks the prolific career of the multi-talented performer, from his chorus line days, to a long-term stint hosting The Crystal Maze and appearances in Dark City, Spice World and Ever After. And the news tidbits about a possible "true sequel" to Rocky Horror will give you an excuse to practice your pelvic thrust.
Found in Entertainment > Actors and Actresses
 
Showcomotion
Showcomotion Grups (that's grown-ups to all you old fuddy duddies!) take heed - this one's for the kids. Recent years have been something of a movie bonanza for the young 'uns, what with the release of the first Harry Potter film, and a sequel on the way. And of course such films can bring out the kid in all of us, as Spider-Man recently proved. Showcomotion is a celebration of kid's cinema, taking place in Sheffield from 8-17 July and features an impressive line-up of films. The site has reviews written by youngsters, and a full guide to what's on. And don't worry; the opening and closing galas start at 7pm so the little nippers won't be late for bed!
Found in Film Festivals > Cultures and Groups
 


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