The Bell Curve

City Paper's weekly gauge of Philly's Quality of Life

Phillies manager Charlie Manuel urges fans to "believe in us for a while. Don't give up on us yet." Ladies and gentleman, your next DNC chairman.
Minus 2

A House of Blues music venue/restaurant will open on Chestnut next year. And be swallowed whole by Clear Channel the next.
Minus 3

Daily News columnist who proposed a Mother's Day "Nap for the Cure" is called "selfish" and "an idiot" by readers. But she couldn't hear them, she was sooo sweepy.
Plus 1

With enrollment slumping, two more area Catholic schools will close. God and Jesus urge fans to "believe in us for a while. Don't give up on us yet."
Minus 2

Soybean oil- and electricity-fueled car built by West Philly High students wins eco-friendly Tour de Sol competition. And in last place, CAPA's Jazz Hands and Greasepaint Flyer.
Plus 5

Segways are now available near Schuylkill recreation path behind the Art Museum. Because roller bladers were deemed to be not quite clumsy, out-of-control, menacing and totally fucking stupid-looking enough.
Minus 9

About 200 MOVE members and supporters march through West Philly chanting "Never forget 1985!" Then Michael Ian Black shows up to reminisce about Snorks.
Plus 1

According to Inky report, only four out of every 10 felony cases in Philly ends in a conviction. "Hey, show them some support," says Charlie Manuel. "They're batting .400!"
Minus 6

Total Pluses: 7
Total Minuses: 22
This Week's Total: -15
Last Week's Total: 6

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