Entertainment & Leisure

Activities of amusement and diversion.

Sub-headings:

Arts & Crafts

Activities involving manual dexterity or skilled artistry.

Astrology

Books

Printed works.

Entertainment & Leisure News

Literary and entertainment online news sites.

Fashion

Sites dealing with costume, fashion advice, shoes, cosmetics, and fads.

Food

Recipes and cooking styles; creativity in nourishment.

Games

Activities providing entertainment or amusement, some involving competition.

History of Entertainment & Leisure

Entertainment-related sites linked to information about the past.

Hobbies

Activities or interests pursued outside one's regular occupation.

Home & Garden

Building and maintenance of dwellings and their grounds.

Movies

Motion pictures, their makers and performers.

Music

Theories, performance, and criticism of sounds having melody, harmony or rhythm; music technologies.

Outdoor Recreation

Recreational outdoor activities.

Paranormal Phenomena

Phenomena beyond the range of normal experience or scientific explanation.

Pets

Obtaining and caring for animal companions.

Radio

Commercial, public, and amateur wireless transmissions of sound.

Sports

Activities governed by rules or customs, often undertaken competitively, usually involving physical exertion and skill.

Television

Programs, criticism, and technologies having to do with visual images transmitted as electromagnetic waves.

Theater

Dramatic literature performance, from a popular entertainment view, i.e. going to the theater, performers, shows, etc.

Travel & Tourism

Trips, journeying, and related activities.

Resources in this category:

Bad Fads
http://www.badfads.com/

This site describes popular fads of the past and present in fashion, collectibles, activities, and events.

Boardman's Birthday Party Ideas
http://www.boardmanweb.com/party/

"A site for parents to find themes and ideas for their children's parties. Each theme is set up to include ideas on 'how to' do the party themselves including invitations, decorations, cake, goodie bags, games and activities. "

E! Online
http://www.eonline.com/

Entertainment and celebrity news and gossip from the E! Entertainment cable network.

Entertainment Podcasts @ entertainment.podcast.com
http://entertainment.podcast.com/

"Whether you're interested in science fiction, movies, gaming, or gossip, it's all here and ready for your attention."

Eye on the Industry
http://www.caryn.com/biz/

A compilation of Web resources available to assist people in the entertainment industry. Sections include: Actors Area, Independent Film, Industry Buzz, Writers Resources, Book & Movie Recommendations, Filmmakers Alliance, and Newsgroup/Discussion.

Femspec
http://femspec.org/index.html

An interdisciplinary feminist journal dedicated to critical and creative works in the realm of fantasy, magical realism, surrealism, myth, folklore and other supernatural genres.

festivals.com
http://festivals.com/

A directory of festivals and other events around the world, organized by topic and date. There is also a backstage area where those who organize and put on festivals and events can exchange ideas.

The Free Library
http://www.thefreelibrary.com/

Compiles an enormous amount of published material - journals, magazines, blog postings, and classic literary texts. Organized by subject, author, or title.

How Stuff Works
http://www.howstuffworks.com/

Have you ever wondered how a car engine works? This site answers questions about the way all kinds of things work-- from refrigerators to computers to the human body.

iRace
http://www.irace.com/

This site is for people that love to play virtual games. Currently horse racing is the only one available with othersThis site is for people that love to play virtual games. Currently horse racing is the only one available with others currently under development.

MagPortal.com: Magazine Articles on Entertainment & Leisure
http://www.MagPortal.com/c/ent/

A searchable, browsable directory of magazine articles related to entertainment and leisure topics that are available online. Topics covered include: Antiques & Collectables; Art; Books & Authors; Briefs; Classic Cars; Fashion & Clothing; Games; Humor & Bizarre; Movies & Film; Music; Opera; Photography; Poetry & Poets; Stories (Fiction & Non); Television; Theater & Musicals; Travel. Updated every few days.

Roller Coaster Database
http://www.rcdb.com/

Database of roller coaster information including the newest rides, historic listings and statistical "census" for each one. This searchable database also allows users to view pictures of the nearly 500 entries and enables them to browse by theme park, region or type of coaster.

Snopes: Urban Legends Reference Pages
http://www.snopes.com/

A frequently updated database of popular myths, urban legends, and internet/email hoaxes. Items are listed by category, but the site is also searchable. Each legend is rated on how close it comes to an actual event and verifiability.

ThinkQuest
http://www.thinkquest.org/en/

Project sponsored by Oracle that encourages teachers and students to use technology in the classroom. The Library presents sites created by students for ThinkQuest's annual competition. The sites cover a wide range of topics, from sports to physics to health issues. Search or browse by topic.

Three Monkeys Online
http://www.threemonkeysonline.com/

According to the editor, Three Monkeys Online is "a monthly current affairs/arts magazine" covering politics, history, music, film, literature, economics, travel, and food and drink. It is published in English, Spanish, and Italian. Features: Categories of articles on Three Monkeys Online include current affairs, history, music, film, travel/sport, literature/books, food and drink, and editorials.