The Beantown Bloggery

Elizabeth Banks is going to be in town next week for the 2009 Commonwealth Awards. She's going to be the keynote speaker. I <3 her. I loved her in 40 Year Old Virgin and also in Zack and Miri. Anyhoo, enough about my crush on Ms. Banks.

Presented every two years by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Commonwealth Awards honor individuals and organizations that have made extraordinary contributions to our communities, our economy, and our quality of life in Massachusetts. The Commonwealth Awards celebration will take place at the Massachusetts State House Tuesday, January 13 from 1 to 4 p.m.

We are pleased to welcome actress and Pittsfield native Elizabeth Banks (W., Role Models) as our keynote speaker.

The registration deadline to attend was 12/30, but maybe they can still squeeze you in if you try.

Click (here) to go to the registration site.