• One of the most asked questions here at News Askew is when will Kevin appear again overseas, and, for those in the know, when the UK Q&A, which rounds out the new “Evening 2” DVD, take place? Yes, the answer is finally here. Full details are straight ahead on when and where you can catch Kevin live, and also have a chance to find your own damn self on a bonafide DVD:

That’s right, hit that link or the pretty picture at the top of our front page, and get those tickets NOW! They are not going to last, so don’t say we didn’t warn you! Tons more info for you at that page too, including the venue’s seating chart, details on what you can/can’t bring, and more. One ticket per order, so everyone get a fair show. GO!!! ORDER NOW!!!!

• We’ve got two fabulous new items available from the Stash online (and in stores, of course) today. First up, own a piece of TV history before it hits the air. A new Canadian “Snoogans” winter hat is in season right now, and ties right into the new Deagrassi plotline that will be showing up on Canadian televisions shortly (January 31st on CTV!). And then, there’s the item that everyone who places an order should just toss a few of in the bag for good measure, our brand new 4” logo sticker. At only $1.50, it’s a steal.

• Movies Askew, our online short film competition/community, has announced its ROUND 3 FINALISTS. Yep, now it’s your
  turn. Watch them all for free and vote for your favorites, as well as the coveted lifeboat, where we let one more lucky film back into the mix. Congrats
  to our 5 latest finalists, and may the best short win!
• The current story line of web comic “Warriors of the Flame” at www.happyworldofbunnies.com references Mallrats, Clerks, and Kevin’s
  troubles with Tim Burton.
• Once again, Chasing Amy will air uncut on Starz’ “Love Stories” channel. This time, it’s airing at 1:50 AM Thursday. A good way to get
  through a sleepless night, if you’ve got the remote nearby.

• Yes folks, you read it right — After many years of sitting there on the sidelines while a bunch of us east coasters had a big party, the west coast is going to have their first chance to experience the joy and bliss that is a View Askew Vulgarthon.

Dates have yet to be set, though Kevin has announced that it WILL happen, though most certainly over a weekday period, NOT a weekend, due to the reluctance of movie theaters to close their doors to the public when ticket sales are the highest. So, look to clear a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday off your schedule sometime in the coming months. Exact dates? MOST LIKELY…February 21-23, or February 28-March 2nd.

Alright, don’t take our word for it — Kevin’s announcement can be found at the View Askew website and he’s also asking what dates and days you prefer. So let’s hear it. Here’s Kevin:

This webmaster’s opinion? Why not do it on a Monday, so folks who come into town special for the show and work a standard Mon-Fri work/school week can come in early and tack a day or two of vaca on before the big show? Just a thought.

So, what will a West Coast ‘thon bring? Surprise “Evening 2” footage? Your first look at the elusive “Big Helium Dog” or “A Better Place” on the big screen? The first-ever screening of “Jersey Girl” at a ‘thon? Special west-coast-type celebrity guests? We can’t wait to find out.

East-coasters, take heart. We’re also hearing rumblings of an upcoming event that should ease your sorrows of not making it to the latest ‘thon due to distance issues. We can’t say more than that right now, but hope to reveal that one very soon. Stay tuned for more information!