I came across this video at Librarian.net. There is no context for the video provided on the YouTube page, but apparently it ran on BET. It’s a gangsta rap call for literacy that is in no way work friendly. Let’s be clear, do not listen to this at work without headphones or a closed and solid office door. BGB bears no responsibility for the consequences if you play this at work.

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In this week’s e-mail newsletter from Criminal Records, Lillian details how to properly throw a Harry Potter gang sign:

… here are instructions on how to throw a Harry Potter gang sign.

  1. Hold up your left arm horizontally in front of you, palm facing out.
  2. Make an “up yours” sign with your right index and middle fingers (opposite of the peace sign).
  3. Hold your right-handed V (palm facing in) in front of your left arm, where the Dark Mark would be.

So, this could be interpreted as a member of Dumbledore’s Army proudly showing that their left arm is, in fact, free of the Dark Mark, with the defiant sass of an “F**k you, Death Eaters” added to it. Or the “up yours” fingers portion could be considered a Dark Mark, “V” for Voldemort and all that, therefore signifying that the sign flasher is actually a Voldy supporter. But I like the idea that it’s a sign for Dumbledore’s Army. Pass it along if you wish.

Lillian has been spotted around town sporting a t-shirt that says “Trust Snape.” This is going to be a long week for her (and Mrs. Cayenne). Harry arrives everywhere on Midnight Friday.

I’m still collecting Simpsons avatars for our group photo. Send them in by midnight tonight to be included.