d e c k n i c i a n

I need your body...literally.

2011-05-11T19:46:00.000-07:00

Hey everybody! It's been a while since I told you of something coming up, and this one is a pretty big one….and I need your help.

Next Sunday night, May 15th, I am playing at Pink Ultralounge on 6th and pike in the pacific place building. I'm not sure if you've been there, but it absolutely gorgeous. They have hired a new person to run the talent, and they are having me play on their first night.

That night a booking agent for big name clubs is coming. If I do well, and people come out, this could be really good for me. It's kinda like the DJ version of a college talent scout watching an important game.

That night there is stand up comedy which starts at 7:30. Cover is $10 for that part, however I have a guest list that'll cover 100 people. If you want to go early, email me your name and your guests names and I'll put you on the free list.

The main event is where I need people. From 10pm onward there is no cover. Huge added bonus is the first drink is $2, and the rest all night are happy hour prices.

I play from 10pm-12, and the guest is DJ Ideal from LA from 12-2. Ideal is a great partner for the night, as he plays funky electro house and has lots of energy.

Details:
This Sunday May 15th
Guest list you for the comics from 730-10
free after 10pm
I'm on 10-12

https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=206555479375257

***Please come out!***

Jesus built my hotrod

2011-03-29T12:15:00.001-07:00

So there.

Tackle the day

2011-03-29T09:58:00.001-07:00

Feeling full of chutzpah but no firm plans for the day...any recommendations?

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Test from blogpress

2011-03-29T08:05:00.001-07:00

Testing--and I hope it works!

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test post deux

2011-03-29T07:12:00.000-07:00

adding pic this time

another round of tests

2011-03-29T07:01:00.001-07:00

test--ignore please :-)

this is a test

2010-02-14T11:47:00.000-08:00

to see if the integration is working.

What are the origins of the word "Okay" (OK) ?

2009-11-15T09:06:00.001-08:00

I found this on a yahoo site, and it is very intersting. Since I have traveled a bit, it seems to me the third explanation (from worldwide words) seems to be the best IMO.

Original from here http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090902015822AAuKEzJ

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1839, only survivor of a slang fad in Boston and New York c.1838-9 for abbreviations of common phrases with deliberate, jocular misspellings (cf. K.G. for "no go," as if spelled "know go"); in this case, "oll korrect." Further popularized by use as an election slogan by the O.K. Club, New York boosters of Democratic president Martin Van Buren's 1840 re-election bid, in allusion to his nickname Old Kinderhook, from his birth in the N.Y. village of Kinderhook. Van Buren lost, the word stuck, in part because it filled a need for a quick way to write an approval on a document, bill, etc. The noun is first attested 1841; the verb 1888. Spelled out as okeh, 1919, by Woodrow Wilson, on assumption that it represented Choctaw okeh "it is so" (a theory which lacks historical documentation); this was ousted quickly by okay after the appearance of that form in 1929. Okey-doke is student slang first attested 1932. Greek immigrants to America who returned home early 20c. having picked up U.S. speech mannerisms were known in Greece as okay-boys, among other things.

http://www.etymonline.com/index.php?term…

H.L. Mencken once described "O.K." as "the most successful of Americanisms," an estimation verified by U.S. troops during the Second World War, who reported encountering the phrase all over the world. Of all the scores of theories (and sub-theories) as to the origin of "O.K.," the most widely heard traces "O.K." to the "O.K. Club," a political committee supporting Martin Van Buren's unsuccessful bid for the Presidency in 1840. The "O.K.," it is said, was short for "Old Kinderhook," Van Buren's nickname.

It appears that this theory is not so much wrong (the "O.K. Club" certainly existed) as it is incomplete. Chances are good the Van Buren's partisans would never have named their club "O.K." had the phrase not already been widely known as an abbreviation of "oll korrect," a humorous misspelling of "all correct." American speech in the early 1800s was awash in similar abbreviations, two of which, "N.G." ("no good") and "P.D.Q." ("Pretty Damn Quick"), are still heard today.

Ironically, while "O.K." didn't save Van Buren's campaign, the campaign gave "O.K." a new lease on life -- until then, it had never been as popular as a competing phrase, "O.W." (for "oll wright"). (By the way, before we start feeling too superior to the cornball 1800s, is "oll wright" really any worse than the "excuuuse me!" or "not!" fads of a few years ago?).

http://www.word-detective.com/back-q.htm…

OK is without doubt the best-known and widest-travelled Americanism, used and recognised even by people who hardly know another word of English. Running in parallel with its popularity have been many attempts to explain where it came from — amateur etymologists have been obsessed with OK and theories have bred unchecked for the past 150 years.

Suggestions abound of introductions from another language, including the one you mention. Others include: from the Choctaw-Chickasaw okah meaning "it is indeed"; from a mishearing of the Scots och aye! (or perhaps Ulster Scots Ough aye!), "yes, indeed!"; from West African languages like Mandingo (O ke, "certainly") or Wolof (waw kay, "yes indeed"); from Finnish oikea, "correct, exact"; from French au quais, "at the quay" (supposedly stencilled on Puerto Rican rum specially selected for export, or a place of assignation for French sailors in the Caribbean); or from French Aux Cayes (a port in Haiti famous for its superior rum). Such accidentally coincidental forms across languages are surprisingly common and all of these are certainly false. Many African-Americans would be delighted to have it proved that OK is actually from an African language brought to America by slaves, but the evidence is against them, as we shall shortly learn.

more........

http://www.worldwidewords.org/qa/qa-oka1…

Asker's Rating:
Asker's Comment:: Lol, at least I was right to think that there was some mystery about it, I always thought it must be an abbreviation, and that it originated in America, it seems most likely to be from the Greek word:)

A very special event I am producing...please come!

2009-11-10T17:10:00.001-08:00

**Please feel free to forward**

Hello everyone! I wanted to tell you about a very special event put together for Burners Without Borders. It is an very special intimate affair, hosted in an incredible private venue:

-- January 23, 2010 9pm-late
-- A private warehouse loft overlooking downtown Seattle
-- A full hosted bar of high quality spirits, beer, and wine
-- Sexy dessert time with Tiberio
-- Top quality entertainment
-- Auction of art piece by Justin Rodda
-- Only 60 tickets will be available
-- This event is 21+, and PRE-SALE ONLY.
-- Complementary BWB shot glass
-- $75

Music:
Wolfie - Producer/dj, founder of la decompression
Randy - Kick ass dj, founding director of youngstown cultural arts center

Featuring:
Meet and greet with Jon Ray -- Head of BWB San Diego

Food and drinks:
Gretta Graves - best bartender in the northern half of earth, Hooverville
Tiberio Simone -- Absolutely phenomenal deserts served by the sexy man himself

Tickets go on sale THIS FRIDAY THE 13th, 2009 @ NOON at the website:

www.bwbsea.com

You can also see the KICK ELF projects events like these fund on the website!

ALL NET PROCEEDS DONATED!

kisses,
diem

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The pot roast recipe, and the crab cream cheese mushroom appetizer!

2009-10-13T21:25:00.000-07:00

3.5 lb pot roast
1 10 1/2oz can cambell's condensed french onion soup (made with beef broth)
1 14.9 oz can guinness stout
1/2 cup organic catsup
3/4 lb. baby carrots, peeled
5 spanish onions, medium, sliced in half
5 red potatoes, sliced in half
1 head garlic, peeled

cook time 6 hours on high on the crock pot

place onions on bottom, and covered rest of space with 1/2 pound carrots. Placed roast lovingly on top. Pour soup/guiness/catsup combo on roast. poked 5 holes in roast and inserted pieces of garlic. Placed potatoes and remaining garlic and carrots on top.

appetizer
24 mushrooms
1 pkg. philly cream cheese
1 tbsp bacon salt
1 tbsp worsteshire
1 small onion
1 tbsp minced garlic
3 tbsp parmesan

remove stems from mushrooms. mince 8 stems and onions and pan fry till cooked. Mix all ingredients together and bake at 350 for 20 minutes.

[diem's list] moving on over.....

2009-06-12T14:14:00.000-07:00

Hey all -- I am moving webhosts this weekend, and that also means
setting a new yet identical bunnygroove list. If you get a weird
confirmation automatically confirming your subscription, that is
normal -- you don't have to do a thing. I'm not sure it will happen,
but it might as the new host may require it.

As always, should you want OFF just hit the link at the bottom of the
email, and follow the unsubscribe directions. Nobody has left yet....I
hope it stays that way :-)

kisses,
diem

p.s. On a positive note, the new webhost is 100% green -- they use
renewable energy, and for any additional energy they buy carbon
offsets. Yay!

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[diem's list] weaponizers/orient express/bluesdome/digital whiskey

2009-05-15T07:32:00.000-07:00

I'm currently bobbing my head to some beats from my new forthcoming show, featuring the return of Dirty Martinez, called "Digital Whiskey" (read on below for more...). This month has some really, really cool happenings:

1) Weaponizers at 9lb Hammer Wednesday May 20th

2) Pauline's Birthday Bash at the Orient Express May 22nd

3) Bluesdome's Redneck Ruckus Saturday May 30th

4) Dirty Martinez' Digital Whiskey, coming late June

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1) Weaponizers at 9lb Hammer Wednesday May 20th

Rusty Oliver of Hazard Factory is in a new show on Discovery Channel called Weaponizers. Click this youtube link for a great explanation

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgBNkKGcfYo

It premiered last Monday, and went well. For those who missed it, or want to relive it, come on down to the 9lb hammer in Seattle Wednesday, May 20th. It will be showing at 9pm, and I think most will be there at 8pm.

9lb hammer

6009 Airport Way S

Seattle, WA 98108

(206) 762-3373

http://www.ninepoundhammer.com/map.html

((((())))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

2) Pauline's Birthday Bash at the Orient Express May 22nd

I am spinning at Pauline's Birthday, and will be playing a really, really long set :-)

It's free, and also it's a fantastic place to explore. Here's the info:

http://seattle.tribe.net/event/8584feec-1a55-47fb-b2d6-1d252c1cde51

Date & Time: 2009-05-22 7:00 PM

Location:

Hey everyone, I would like to invite you all to my 40th birthday party at the Orient Express where I have two train cars reserved for dancing & frolic. One car will be for shaking your groove-thing to two fabulous DJs starting at 7pm and going all night. {{Diem & Spire}}

The 2nd car will be for socializing, drinking & dining, etc. If you haven't been to the OE the bar goes across the back of the two cars with lots of nooks & crannies to find trouble or a quiet moment. {wink}

As for the theme, I love MashUps! This gave me the idea of having a Gemini Split Personality theme for this party. So what does your other Gemini half look like? Mash it up! Would that be a super hero, a ray of light, a fluffy bunny, a boot-licking sub looking for a dom all MashedUp together? Who knows or bring it burner style? You get the idea.

As far as I'm concerned, anything goes! So bring it, bitches, and show me what you got! Feel free to invite anyone you feel would add to the occasion - the more the merrier! Let's dance like there is no tomorrow!

The Orient Express Restaurant

2963 4th Ave South

Seattle WA 98135

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3) Bluesdome's Redneck Ruckus Saturday May 30th

I am part of Bluesdome, a Critical Massive Theme Camp, and we are having an event on May 30th. I would love to se you come out and support. The sounds will be pure down south rock...think Skynnard versus Warrant. Oh dear.....here's the info:

We were there at Critical Massive, up 'til the crack of dawn. We invaded Apogea, and stole your whiskey. We hid ourselves at Burning Man. And now we're back for 2009, with 22% more Canadians than last year! MUHAHAAAAAA!

Come celebrate with us, and join us for a tip of our hat to the south -- Redneck Ruckus.

Redneck Ruckus: Bluesdome goes down....south.

Saturday May 30th, 2009

$5 or bottle to get in (all bottles go to infamous whiskey bar at Critical Massive

21+//Cash donation bar

9pm -- ??

319 SW 134th St, Burien

www.bluesdome.com

http://bluesdome.com/flyer%20v4.jp

((((())))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

4) Dirty Martinez' Digital Whiskey, coming late June

Wondering what this is? It's a continuation of the Dirty Martinez Radio Show.

The new format is podcast, and will be available towards the end of June at djdiem.com.

Digital Whiskey is many kinds of music, from downtempo to chill to groove to trip hop to lounge to jazzy beats...and more.The only requirement I have for this show is that each song must go well with whiskey. Either bobbing your head slowly over a neat bourbon, or scotch on the rocks for chilling, or what have you.

Check back here later (or bookmark it!) for more info as it comes:

http://www.djdiem.com/page8/whiskey.html

diem's new CD's -- produkt, download it now! Free!

2009-04-20T22:24:00.001-07:00

This Friday, April 24th, I will be at Neumo's for my CD release party. I really hope you all can make it. We have rearranged the space to make a more intimate house party vibe, and it is only $5 to get in -- talk about your recession special! I will have some cd's available, too, if you want to get hard copies, complete with sweet cover art by J Lo from flight to mars.

April 24th
Neumos
neumos.com
21+//$5//9pm
925 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 709-9442

And now, the link for the download, enjoy:

http://www.djdiem.com/page0/page0.html

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Special Electronic Music Night at Neumos Friday April 24th 9pm

A special night of local electronic music talent will hit Neumos on Friday, April 24th. This will be a very special party as diem is releasing his 1st full length DJ album in six years -- a double CD -- and he'll be throwing down some fresh tunes on decks.

This is also the official 40 Years on Earth celebration for Marias (EMC), who will be playing a special live set with UK producer/singer/songwriter Henta performing vocals. This will be a live mix of original dubbed-out house, breaks, and brand new special live remixes. Marias is a Hungarian-born musician and producer living in Seattle. His style could be described as visual electronic music and includes ambient, downtempo, house, breaks and IDM. http://www.marias.cc

Henta (EMC) is a singer/songwriter and recording artist, originally from Guildford in the UK, who works with a wide range of producers and writers. Her lush and unique music encompasses electronic/dance/dream-pop and acoustic material that's melodically engaging and timeless, together with her strong and sensual vocals. http://www.henta.co.uk

David Miles Huber (EMC) who is a producer and musician in the downtempo, dance and ambient genres, whose CDs have sold over the million mark. His latest music and collaborations with artists in the US, UK and Europe can be experienced at http://www.51bpm.com http://www.MySpace/51bpm.

Ludington GT (EMC) will spin a rare DJ set at Neumo's April 24. This is adeparture for Ludington GT who has been spending the recent years performing his own tech house music live. Ludington returns to the decks to drop a set of progressive house, tech house and IDM with much pleasant sonic mashing. http://www.soundclick.com/ludingtongt

Seattle's Vj Epileptic creates live-action video mash-ups to accompany dj performances, live bands, and interactive art displays. He has played at venues such as The Showbox, Neumos, the King Kat Theater and The Baltic Room. He is currently the in-house Vj for Seattle's I Heart Shiva, and working on a A/Vcollaboration with The Can Can Castaways.

9-1015 Dave Miles Huber
1015 - 1115 Marias featuring Henta
1115-1230 diem with VJ Epileptic
1230-145 GT

[diem's list] diem's new CD's -- produkt, download it now! Free!

2009-04-20T22:23:00.000-07:00

April 24th
Neumos
neumos.com
21+//$5//9pm
925 E Pike St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 709-9442

And now, the link for the download, enjoy:

http://www.djdiem.com/page0/page0.html

******************
Special Electronic Music Night at Neumos Friday April 24th 9pm

A special night of local electronic music talent will hit Neumos on
Friday, April 24th. This will be a very special party as diem is
releasing his 1st full length DJ album in six years -- a double CD --
and he'll be throwing down some fresh tunes on decks.

This is also the official 40 Years on Earth celebration for Marias
(EMC), who will be playing a special live set with UK producer/singer/
songwriter Henta performing vocals. This will be a live mix of
original dubbed-out house, breaks, and brand new special live remixes.
Marias is a Hungarian-born musician and producer living in Seattle.
His style could be described as visual electronic music and includes
ambient, downtempo, house, breaks and IDM. http://www.marias.cc

Henta (EMC) is a singer/songwriter and recording artist, originally
from Guildford in the UK, who works with a wide range of producers and
writers. Her lush and unique music encompasses electronic/dance/dream-
pop and acoustic material that's melodically engaging and timeless,
together with her strong and sensual vocals. http://www.henta.co.uk

David Miles Huber (EMC) who is a producer and musician in the
downtempo, dance and ambient genres, whose CDs have sold over the
million mark. His latest music and collaborations with artists in the
US, UK and Europe can be experienced at http://www.51bpm.com http://www.MySpace/51bpm
.

Ludington GT (EMC) will spin a rare DJ set at Neumo's April 24. This
is adeparture for Ludington GT who has been spending the recent years
performing his own tech house music live. Ludington returns to the
decks to drop a set of progressive house, tech house and IDM with much
pleasant sonic mashing. http://www.soundclick.com/ludingtongt

Seattle's Vj Epileptic creates live-action video mash-ups to accompany
dj performances, live bands, and interactive art displays. He has
played at venues such as The Showbox, Neumos, the King Kat Theater and
The Baltic Room. He is currently the in-house Vj for Seattle's I Heart
Shiva, and working on a A/Vcollaboration with The Can Can Castaways.

9-1015 Dave Miles Huber
1015 - 1115 Marias featuring Henta
1115-1230 diem with VJ Epileptic
1230-145 GT

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The Produkt is done

2009-04-01T22:40:00.000-07:00

http://www.facebook.com/pages/diem/41530817770

After six years, more busted equipment than the A-Team, and less strippers
than a Vegas dentist convention, I have finally done it:

Produkt -- diem's first release in 6ix years, and it's a double CD of
goodness.

Also, I have scored Neumo's on Friday night, April 24th for the opening. I
will be performing with the Electronic Music Collective, and my
approximate set time is 11:15 - 12:30.

I really, really, *really* hope you can all make it.

Neumo's
*Release*
Friday April 24th
9pm - 2am
$5/door // No pre-sale //

Lineup and times:

9-1015 Dave Miles Huber (http://www.51bpm.com)
1015 - 1115 Marias featuring Henta (http://marias.cc + http://henta.co.uk)
1115-1230 diem (http://djdiem.com + http://themidnightsons.com)
1230-145 GT (www.soundclick.com/ludingtongt)

Warp Whistle

2009-03-26T07:56:00.000-07:00

Ah....who didn't play silly amounts of Mario as a youth?

Warp Whistle
Uploaded by MatthewDominick

If you can't see the video, click this here link

Pretty awesome story, and worth the short read.

2009-03-16T18:39:00.001-07:00

I ran across this story in Gizmodo, and wanted to share:

Original story here

This took place back in 1975 in San Antonio when I was just a 4 or 5-year old little boy. I was with my parents and we were at the grocery store in the checkout line. I was a typical kid and couldn't stay still, so I kept walking over to the soda vending machine near the exit of the supermarket, pushed all the buttons and then ran back to my parents at the checkout. I kept doing this over and over trying to waste time and energy waiting for my parents to finish being checked out of the store.

One of the times while I was walking back from the vending machine towards my parents I noticed an old man in the checkout lane who smiled at me when I walked past. Once I got to my parents they had finished paying and were pushing the cart of brown grocery bags toward the store exit. As we passed the soda machine for the last time before we left, I pushed the "Dr. Pepper" button again like I had been doing repetitively. Only this time a can of Dr. Pepper came out of the machine! It was complete magic and I had the biggest smile on my face! My dad laughed at me while I grabbed the Dr. Pepper from the machine, clutched it in both my hands and started to walk out with my parents. As I held the Dr. Pepper I turned around and saw the old man at the checkout smile and wave one last time to me.

I'm 38 years old now, and I frequently think about that day and how I felt, especially when I use a vending machine. I only wish that I could somehow let that old man know that his little, almost insignificant action of dropping .35 cents in the soda machine for me still makes this 38 year old boy smile. I wish that I could tell him that I will always remember how happy he made me and that I have never forgotten him.

Akon Calls T-pain

2009-03-15T20:18:00.001-07:00

Try not laughing....and snoop with the "butternut reduction"? SRSLY.

World Builder....

2009-03-04T09:37:00.000-08:00

This video is incredible -- make sure to watch it full screen and with speakers.

World Builder from Bruce Branit on Vimeo.

[diem's list] lawyer dj's? giant spiders? Burners Without Borders? YES YES YES!

2009-02-08T13:43:00.000-08:00

Welcome to another exciting edition of....well, this doesn't really have a name. Bunnygroove express? The Lepus Light? The Daily Hare? I dunno....got any ideas? I digress, in this post I have tons of cool stuff, from beats to spiders.

1. Got a wild hair? Come to San Diego next weekend! BWB Fundraiser!

2. Global BWB event - I need help! This means you!

3. Get B/IAS'd

4. Stupidly sick breakbeats from Haaps, my favorite superhero lawyer dj.

5. Giant spider invades Liverpool and fails to eat the soccer team

6. diem wants to rock your body...

7. Lighter of the Month Club -- Now in international flavour!

8. Giant House for rent -- next door!

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1. Got a wild hair? Come to San Diego next weekend! BWB Fundraiser!

Next week I am playing at the Burners Without Borders event in San Diego, called "Valentine's Day Massacre-ade". The event will be amazing -- it's being advertised all over San Diego, and features artists/band Soul In The Machine. I am flying down early (I can't wait to see my old town again), however I have a friend in Seattle who is actually driving the 1,249 miles. He is looking for a co-pilot who will split gas. If you are interested, hit me back for info.

http://vdaym.com/

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2. Global BWB event - I need help! This means you international peeps!

I am putting together a large-scale gobal benefit for Burners Without Borders, and I am looking for help. The positions will be very similar to these: http://vdaym.com/page5/page5.html

Interested? contact me offlist :-).

This is the original announce below:

Greetings!

You are invited to participate in a fantastic project, BENEFIT Without Borders, a one-day, multinational event to support BURNERS Without Borders' (BWB) projects around the world. We are hoping you will join us in this opportunity to build community by involving your city/region.

What is the history of Benefit Without Borders?

Jon Ray was one of the many volunteers who went to help out in the first incarnation of Burners Without Borders' efforts after hurricane Katrina. In November of last year, Jon led a volunteer team that produced a BWB fundraiser (www.bordertownsd.com) in San Diego. It went fabulously! Jon and his crew raised around $3500 after expenses!!!!

After an inspired discussion, an idea was born to produce a multi-city BWB benefit. The goal? To connect all of these events together by broadcasting each city's event to one another all on the same day. With six cities and counting, we are in the process of recruiting new locations and laying the groundwork for what is sure to be an amazing day! We need people like YOU to step up and involve your city/region.

How does it work?

-- The event is July 18th, 2009.

-- It can be a small house party, a private event space gathering, or a large scale outdoor event.

--One of the main activities tying these events together will be the silent auction.

--Resources for the three types of events with basic budgets, structure, and ideas will be available for use on the google group (see below).

--On the event discussion list, there are many ideas being shared which will help facilitate events of all sizes.

Thank You to the following cities for signing on: Oahu, San Diego, Seattle, Monterey, and Chicago.

With the recent addition of Toronto, we are now officially a multinational event!

Why should I support Burners Without Borders?

Burners Without Borders is a grassroots, volunteer-driven, community leadership organization whose goal is to unlock the creativity of local communities to solve problems and bring about meaningful change. Founded by Burners (Burning Man participants) who instinctively gathered after Hurricane Katrina to help those who couldn't help themselves, BWB has grown into a dynamic, international, volunteer organization made possible by the generous financial support of the community and an army of highly creative volunteers.

This past year alone, Burners Without Borders welcomed over 400 volunteers from all over the world to Pisco, Peru to support earthquake reconstruction efforts there.
BWB is constantly engaged in new projects that make a real difference, and their ability to be effective depends largely on donations to buy the materials needed to get the job done.

This is where we can help! Come out and support them for this multinational event on July 18th. Bring all of your friends!"

BWB's extremely low overhead means that any money donated goes directly to projects that make a difference. All donations to Burners without Borders are tax-deductible via their fiscal sponsor, The Black Rock Arts Foundation. Net proceeds of the Benefit Without Borders events will be donated to Burners Without Borders, with only a small percentage going to BRAF for accounting costs.

You can check out what BWB has been up to at www.burnerswithoutborders.org.

How can I get involved?

Involve your region in a benefit for BWB in your local area! By joining us for Benefit Without Borders, you will help rally your local area and help build community at the same time. We need YOU to step up to the plate and make this event a day to remember. You will have the support along the way from many other communities to make this day a success.

Where can I find out more?

Check out the details at: www.benefitwithoutborders.com If you want to *attend* an event in your areas, this is place for you! This site is in its infancy, so please check back often for new information.

If you want to assist in *running* an event in your area, you can sign up for the planning list here to stay in the loop:

http://groups.google.com/group/bwb-benfit (Yes, "Benfit". It's an old Arson Island throwback.) The google group is for the specific purpose of planning the events, and is for information and exchange of ideas with a specific twist on production.

Please join us on July 18th to connect the energy and creativity of your local community to this global event.

Kisses,

diem//regional emeritus, and lover of BWB

http://burnerswithoutborders.org/event.2009-01-29.8033323464

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http://www.interim-art-space.com/

My friends Dane and Kathy have been busting tail for the past year putting together B/IAS, or burien interim art space. A few weeks back was the grand opening. If you are in Seattle, you should check it out!

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4. Stupidly sick breakbeats from Haaps, my favorite superhero lawyer dj.

Scott Haapala, aka Haaps, just put the finishing touches on "Natural Selection", his latest effort. It is pretty amazing, and the face melting beats are awesome. You know those mixes where you can't even tell there was a transition? That can be done by beatmatching and layering, the most common way, or the other way, by not only beatmatching and layering, but by changing the entire sound at the same time. This is really, really, REALLY hard to do, and when done right, it makes for a far superior mix. Happs filled the whole freakin' disc with Type 2 mixes. I am in awe. Make sure to PLAY IT LOUD. It's a hearty blend of dark beats, and moves on to break-hop. I want him at my next house party.

Also, should you find yourself in need of a lawyer on the east coast, he's awesome.

Here is a direct link for the wav file: http://themidnightsons.com/aud/haaps/Natural%20Selection.wav

If you want mp3 action all sliced and diced by track, wait a few days then go here: http://themidnightsons.com/page2/page4/mixhaaps.html

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5. Giant spider invades Liverpool and fails to eat the soccer team

So, I am fan of art in all forms, but my favorite is giant art. Especially giant freakin' spiders controlled by thirteen French guys who only use levers to move it. You really, really ought to click this link -- it's good for your health:

http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2009/02/la_princesse_in_liverpool.html

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6. diem wants to rock your body...

I want to play for you! I am ready to rock your party, and would love to play a house party somewhere...it's been to long since I played a living room packed to the hilt with people. Having a party? I'll come over :-)

I am putting the touches on a new mix, "Digital Whiskey Vol. 1", filled with trip-hop, downtempo, lounge, funk, soul, mash-ups, and love stories. Out soon -- I'll let you know!

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7. Lighter of the Month Club -- Now in international flavour!

Lighter of the month club is insanely cool. i don't even smoke and I am a member. Each month you get two lighters with heavy duty vinyl stickers of graphics made by Jeff Larson, one of my favorite artists. For you international folks (especially my Australian and Canadian subscribers), I pestered Jeff into making an international option -- so he will mail you stickers for $35.95 for the whole year! Seriously cool art, yo, and in your price range.

From Jeff:

Thank you for being a Lighter of the Month Club member.
It's been a whole year, and it's time to sign up again.
And remember, even if you don't smoke or just quit, these stickers can go on just about anything.

Because the lighters are my biggest production cost I've had to restructure the pricing system.
The PICK-UP-POINT membership (real lighters) is more expensive at $49.95 / year.
But the STICKERS-BY-MAIL option is now cheaper, only $29.95 / year.

As an added incentive to renew, there's a special offer this week that gets you a t-shirt with one of our most popular designs.
Please take a look at the following attachments for all the details, then go to www.lighterofthemonthclub.com to sign up.
-Jeff

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8. Giant House for rent -- next door!

The house next door to us is for rent! It is a giant house, roughly 2600 sq ft. It is two stories, has five bedrooms, of which three are downright HUGE. It has a killer view of Seattle, and is available right now! You can call Theresa at 206-683-8731.

Brother, can you spare $150k?

2009-01-26T21:22:00.000-08:00

The Afflicted Yard: The Rock from Rickards Bros. on Vimeo.

This is for an original Banksy wall -- as in THE WHOLE WALL, all 2,000 pounds of it. It's on ebay for $150k, and would look fabulous in my house next to my pirate ship painting :-)

Here's his story in case ebay cuts the listing:

The Artwork
You´re bidding on an original artwork of world-famous street artist Banksy which was sprayed on a wall on Mona Road, Kingston, Jamaica, by the artist during a visit to the island in the year 2004. It is roughly 60 inches by 55 inches and about 7 inches thick. It weighs approximately 2000 pounds. Done by the artist in 2004 on Mona road in Kingston, Jamaica.
If you have any questions at all please contact us (mail@afflictedyard.com). Shipping (to any country but Jamaica) for the wall to your door will be roughly $10k. This is the artcoup of the year.

The Story
It was a non-eventful day when he actually drew them. He bought some construction paper from a local pharmacy and cut the stuff out. Then he drew this stencil of a girl on an exterior wall and some rabbits on the inside the pub itself. I kind of just stood there taking his picture because it was something to do. I had already captured his face back at Buju’s studio where he had done some other stuff so this was just extra. I didn’t really think much of it. I mean I live in a place where people get shot for marking up people’s walls (usually with a paintbrush), so a few sprayed stencils on the wall of a pub didn’t strike me as particularly interesting.
Later when I heard how much his stuff was selling for, I contemplated going back and chopping the wall down. It was there for years and I’m sure I’m not the only one who thought about doing it. Mona road is heavily travelled by a lot of foreign students on their way to the university so people from all over the world would often mention it, but nobody ever took the steps to cut it down…till this last August when I got a email from someone asking about my knowledge of the locations Banksy had tagged. That’s when I figured I should probably go get it before someone else did.
The wall is the last remaining tag that he did in Jamaica that can be seen in public. It’s also the only remaining stencil that has the tag BANKSY on it. The other ones were:

* A bridge in Charleton gully which was painted over.
* A rusting old ship near the airport (a stencil of a skull, crossbones and the signature ‘Banksy’has since faded)
* Buju Banton’s studio in Kingston (where there is another ‘balloon girl’ and some flying insects).

The wall is 60 inches by 55 inches and about 7 inches thick. It weighs like 2000 pounds though that is just a guess. I spent the day getting a bunch of drunk guys to cut it down and raise it onto a flatbed truck tied to one of those sealtbelt-type industrial straps. I was amazed that it didn’t smash to pieces which would have really been an incredible waste of energy and patience. All the guys in that video (including me) had no real idea how to cut the thing down (much less move it) and were completely impaired by the time we actually got it tied to a backhoe (borrowed from a nearby construction site). Ironically, the damn thing almost fell on me in which case there would be a much funnier headline : 'Jamaican who revealed Banksy killed by falling artwork'.

Hey Fatty!

2009-01-13T17:14:00.000-08:00

Got your attention with that, eh? A few years back a good friend went to weight watchers and she lost quite a few pounds, and kept it off. Seeing her looking solidly awesome made me think about losing weight. Time passed...

Next, my wife lost a few as she wanted to look great for our wedding, and boy, did she ever. More time passes...

After several visits to my doc, he tells me I absolutely have to lose weight or else I will no longer be borderline for diabetes type two, I *will* have it.

Fast forward to another friend who lost nearly 70 pounds. She showed me her "fat" pictures, and said how weight watchers helped her. She has kept off weight for nearly 4 years now....more time passes.

Finally, the last straw, another friend loses weight, and is actively attending meetings. She will go to our meetings instead of where she has been going. And with this...game on.

I went to my first meeting, and they provided me a point calculator, a basic list of foods, and an intro into this whole thing. It has been wonderful thus far, and they have taught me SO much. I have been religiously tracking my foods since Friday morning, and already I feel better. I also don't feel hungry in the least -- it's interesting to see what I have been putting in ye olde body all these years.

2009-01-06T19:13:00.000-08:00

You know how in some job interviews they like to ask you in tests whether or not you're the kind of person who would like to go parachuting? I say yes, 'cause it sounds fun. At least once.

I now retract my statement -- I want to do this instead. I mean, if you gonna jump off something, this is an infinitely cooler way to do it, no?

wingsuit base jumping from Ali on Vimeo.

[diem's list] Art, dammit!

2009-01-06T10:57:00.000-08:00

It's been a while since I posted to this list, so I resolved to post
more events as they come flying into my inbox. This weekend is
particularly good, so PLEASE make an effort to hit up at least one of
these as I have friends involved in each one :-)

All the posts are lifted directly from the original for your enjoyment.

1) Burning Man Collective Works and Benefit Friday (with free PBR and
bacon -- no wine and cheese baby!) Friday Jan. 9th
2) Georgetown Art Attack -- (go see Jezebel Blessing Custom Clothing
at full throttle bottle 5909 airport way s) Saturday Jan. 10th
3) WinterFest at Seattle Center (silly amounts of fire RIGHT HERE in
our city!) Saturday Jan. 10th
4) Miss Solar System Full of Stars CD RELEASE at ToST Saturday Jan.
17th (they kick elf! Come down with me!)
5) Obama Inauguration (*hops in circles*)
6) B/IAS opening! (HUGE burner outdoor art pad created by burners and
is open one year--come see the passage by dan das man! See buphalo and
morgan hammer's art!)) Saturday Jan. 24th
7) From the Bunnyfather -- how to get off this list and how to post

Aside for Saturday Jan. 10th, it's also Angel's birthday, which marks
the fifth year we've been together. Without her, I would probably be a
blithering hungover idiot in a corner somewhere. Nekkit. You rock my
world bunny.

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ArtEAST presents
Burning Man Collective Works and Benefit
January 9 – 31 2009
Opening Reception Friday, January 9th 5pm – 8pm

A showcase of art borne of the harsh Black Rock Desert
and its inspired inhabitants

This year, fifteen artEAST members travelled to the Black Rock Desert
and erected a Burning Man Theme Camp for the purpose of pushing
themselves and inspiring others to create. The camp included tents and
a huge shade structure which served as the community center. ArtEAST
shared their home with Burners from New Zealand, Holland and Ireland.
ArtEAST's theme camp was encircled by 100 feet of blank canvas on
which the Burning community shared their talent, enthusiasm and
messages.

On display at artEAST's gallery at UP Front are the impressive results
of this open experiment with canvas, paint, and a bevy of artists both
professional and amateur who braved the harsh conditions of the Black
Rock Desert in the name of creative exploration. These thirty-five
collaborative pieces inspire us all to embrace the spirit of living a
fuller life.

artEAST & UP Front [art] Gallery
48 Front Street North
Issaquah, WA 98027
425-392-3191

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Georgetown Art Attack
Georgetown monthly art walk, held on the second Saturday of each month
from 6-9pm, reflects the industrial-strength character of the
neighborhood. For more information stop into Georgetown Records at the
corner of Vale and Airport way.

(Ed. -- It's this Saturday, and you can see http://www.georgetownartattack.com/
for a map **BUT KEEP IN MIND THAT SITE IS ONE MONTH BEHIND.**)

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Hi friends,

The Winter Solstice Festival that had to be postponed due to too much
Winter is now scheduled for THIS WEEKEND! The weather report looks
much better - though still a little chilly so dress warm and bring
good friends to huddle with. There may be some sprinkles on Sunday -
that won't stop us but you may want to stick an umbrella in your
pocket. If you're able to join us for this fabulous and free family
event, I promise you a spectacular start to your new year!

http://www.seattlecenter.com/news/detail.asp?ME_MediaNum=1448

NEW DATES: Jan. 10 and 11, 4pm – 9pm
International Fountain and Fisher Pavilion Lawn, FREE
Winter winds and snow put a damper on our original Winter Solstice
Fire Festival plans and led to a rescheduling of this spectacular
Seattle Center Winterfest premiere.
Please join us in January for this fiery festival on its new dates.
You'll marvel at the constellation of glowing steel structures set
afire while local artists offer words, music and movement articulated
with flames. They will illuminate the darkness and transform the
International Fountain and Fisher Pavilion Lawn into stunning
celestial wonders.

Willow

From my original message:

Hi Everyone,

It's that time of year again – the sun sleeps longer and longer each
night and we turn to other means to find light and warmth, and I am
again privileged to be involved in an amazing collaborative fire
performance. Solaris brings together fire performers from all over
the Puget Sound as we fill the part of the Sun and light up the night.

What started as a single performance telling the story of the planets
and seasons has grown this year to include even more amazing fire
artists. Sculptures and additional performances will carry the light
even further into the night. Please join us for one of two amazing
evenings (or both!) that your whole family will enjoy. My group will
help kick off the evening in the Orbis / Solaris performance at 4 and
I highly suggest sticking around to see all of the performances -
especially IGNITION – you will NOT be disappointed.

Willow

Winter Solstice Fire Festival
Part of Seattle Center's Winterfest 2008
Saturday, Jan. 10, 4pm – 9pm
Sunday, Jan 11, 4pm – 9pm
International Fountain and South Fountain Lawn
FREE!
http://seattlecenter.com/programs/detail.asp?EV_EventNum=57

The Winter Solstice Fire Festival, a spectacular Winterfest premiere,
radiates flames and fiery drama. Towering steel infernos will
illuminate the darkness, along with dynamic movement and music – all
to celebrate the Solstice return to light.

The spectacle begins at 4pm with a performance recognizing the Winter
Solstice. Orbis and Solaris create a dynamic outdoor performing art
installation that weaves together words, movement, music, fire
performances and large luminaries to transform the Seattle Center
International Fountain into a stunning celestial wonder.
At the conclusion of the performance, around 5pm, the sculptures in
the open spaces around the International Fountain will be illuminated;
and throughout the evening, fire performances by local artists will
entertain as audiences take in the brilliant works.

This collection of fiery sculptures includes some dramatic, organic,
inspired forms:

Fire-Pod
Created by Mark "Buphalo" Tomkiewicz.
www.fire-pod.com

Pnuema
An organic kinetic fire sculpture by San Francisco artist Charles A.
Gadeken

Water Candle
A 6-foot tall water fountain, created by Chris Piper - based out of
Oregon.
www.fireartistry.com

PyroBeat
Also by Chris Piper
www.fireartistry.com

Participating performing artists include:

Open Flame Dance Theater - 5:30pm on the Fisher Pavilion Roof
www.openflamedance.com

Pyrosutra - 6:30pm at the International Fountain
www.pyrosutra.com

Spinergy Arts - 7:30pm on the Fisher Pavilion Roof
www.spinergyarts.com

IGNITION - 8:15pm at the International Fountain

Winterfest is presented with generous support from Seattle Center
Fund, Starbucks Coffee Company, Seattle's Child and the City of Seattle.

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http://www.misssolarsystem.com/

"Seattle trio Miss Solar System are versatile electronicists who
channel song structure and Miranda Rose's dramatic diva vocals through
drum 'n' bass, funky-breaks, and downtempo frameworks. The members'
associations with hard-gigging favorites KJ Sawka, Fading Collection,
and Beehive shine vividly and their chops are accordingly well-honed."
--DAVE SEGAL (The Stranger)

NEXT SHOW: CD RELEASE PARTY - Sat. Jan. 17th @ ToST Lounge w/ DJ
Leopold Bloom and Special Guests: The Deep Sleep Narcotics Co. - &
Visuals by: Lynn Turner. - Doors @ 9PM! - FREE!

film like this makes me happy.....

2008-11-13T20:36:00.000-08:00

skate - shot on red #1347 - 120 fps from www.theglobules.com on Vimeo.

MC Yogi: Obama '08 - Vote for Hope

2008-10-23T01:02:00.001-07:00

Thanks to MC Yogi, a fellow burner, for his amazing rhymes...

Me at Neighbors...

2008-10-15T21:09:00.001-07:00

Diem
Originally uploaded by Kirbinator

It may have been a short run, but it was fun....

[diem's list] Help a bunny out?

2008-10-15T15:43:00.000-07:00

I sent out this letter below on July 21st, and unfortunately I still
have yet to find something full time. If you have any connections at
your company, or know of somewhere where I might fit in well, for
*any* job PLEASE let me know. I have connections in California, but
prefer to stay here. Please help a bunny stay in Seattle.

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Good morning! As most of you know, I have been self-emplyed as a
mortgage broker/loan originator now for over 1 1/2 years. It has been
a wonderful experience, helping put people in homes, and many of them
I count as friends.

As time has progressed you may have seen the market steadily declining
since last August, and unfortunately it has gotten to the point where
I can no longer stay in that business full time. I have chosen to keep
my license and continue on a referral basis only, so for those who
would like to refer to me still can. **UPDATE -- this is still the
case. I am happy to help you in this realm**

I am looking for a new position that uses my strong organizational
ability, people management skills, technology proficiency, and client
management ability. The job titles this might encompass include but
are not limited to:

Project Manager//Jr. Project Manager
Program Manager
Audio/Visual Project Manager
Developer Partnership Manager
Key Account Manager
Client Relationship Manager
Business Development Manager
Manager of Client Services

I am open to pretty much anything, as I have a greatly varied
background which provides me an excellent viewpoint. If your company
is hiring, or know of a job opening, please don't hesitate to let me
know. I appreciate your time in reading this!! I have my resume ready,
and if you find something I will be happy to provide it to you if you
like.

Thank you,

Diem

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Tilt-shift time-lapse

2008-10-07T17:16:00.000-07:00

Bathtub III from Keith Loutit on Vimeo.

From Gizmodo:
"Tilt-shift lenses sit off-center of the film (or sensor) plane of your camera to produce photos with extremely limited depth of field, giving the effect of a macro shot of a tiny scene."

Obama

2008-10-03T14:37:00.001-07:00

I love this picture. I can't wait until he's president :-)

Astrobiology 2008

2008-10-02T08:36:00.001-07:00

This is the shit -- awesome video.

Lightning in slow-mo...

2008-08-09T08:31:00.001-07:00

Proof that mother nature is still way more badass than us puny humans....

How I feel about megaphones

2008-08-07T07:19:00.001-07:00

THERE.

IS.

ONLY.

ONE.

http://tinyurl.com/622eug

BUY ANYTHING ELSE AND I WILL LAUGH AT YOUR MISFORTUNE.

*sets down megaphone*

BTW, $99 is the usual price, $79 is CHEAP.

25 countries worth of anti-Bush graffiti

2008-07-30T10:32:00.001-07:00

I wish I could travel over 25 countries and 6 continents for this, however I am lacking the funds necessary :-)

Read and see 25 countries worth of anti-bush graffitti:

http://matadorpulse.com/anti-bush-graffiti-25-countries-six-continents/

[diem's list] Looking for Assistance...

2008-07-21T13:33:00.000-07:00

Additionally, I will be taking PMP (Project Management Professional)
certification classes in 2009.

Thanks,

Diem

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[diem's list] Paddy's Ark! Seats left this saturday!

2008-07-10T08:45:00.000-07:00

ALRIGHT KIDDIES! Paddy's Ark was a combination of St. Paddy's Day and Noah's Ark. In other words, we dressed up in animal outfits on St. Paddy's and were driven on a pub crawl. Well, it's back, and THIS Saturday. There are a few seats left, and believe me this is A LOT of fun.

I am driving the bus, so all you do is meet us at Georgetown (details later for those who sign up) Saturday, and I will drive us around Seattle. Your job is to invade bars and squawk like eagles, hop like bunnies, or whatever gets your fancy.

More details below.....and if you want in YOU MUST WRITE ME OFFLIST ASAP :-)

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What is Paddy's Ark?. It's a fundraiser for the Succu-Bus, but it's also a silly good time. It does usually involve hangovers, but my advice is to eat a Dick's burger before you board, and drink some water! You'll be fine!

So, dig out your animal costumes and ready yourself for some marauding! RSVP by paying $28 to the Succu-Bus paypal account: Seattle.Succu.Bus@gmail.com, or don't and see if we miss you. (Probably). There are limited "seats" on this adventure, and money talks.

Also, save the date for August 2, Flight to Mars is throwing down Pompeii-style and you don't want to miss it.

Love you all! xo bevin

Where the hell is Matt?

2008-07-09T15:08:00.000-07:00

Some of you folks might be wondering if I am secretly pimping Stride gum by posting this. The answer is definitely no -- but since they keep making Matt fly and dance all over and putting a huge smile on my face and make be believe people aren't that bad out there, I think I might have to buy a pack ;-)

Where the Hell is Matt? (2008) from Matthew Harding on Vimeo.

[diem's list] Sequence Next Saturday....

2008-06-27T07:42:00.000-07:00

I have been hard at work on this great project, and this is the last I
will talk about it here. If you want the directions or more info, you
must sign up for the outgoing announce only list at the link provided
below. I'm off for the weekend, have fun y'all.

BTW, this last Sequence post is okay to forward to lists if desired,
but please do not forward the final directions to any lists or websites.

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Ill Communication --

Hello from the Dave2 and Boogie U.

The site is being prepped this weekend, from help from all over,
including our friends in Canada. The performers and talent are
incredible, and this is going to be one truly amazing time. Below we
have prepared a Q+A for you. Should you have more questions, use the
boards at the link below. This email here is the last email you may
forward to a list. Please sign up for the proper mailing list at: http://eventsequence.com/mailman/listinfo/paulrevere_eventsequence.com

or http://preview.tinyurl.com/4qlcys

We have setup a forum for rideshares and such here:
http://eventsequence.com/page5/page5.html

Here's a little Q+A:

Q - What time is the event?
A - Technically it is 9:14pm to 5:15am, or dusk to dawn. However, we
will be there all day setting up, and you may happily join us for the
PUNK ROCK BBQ at 7pm or so. We will have a grill and cook, bring your
own meat/stuff/veg. No bacon allowed on our grill, yo.

Q - What do I need to bring?
A - For those who want to camp, we recommend a tent and sleeping bag.
However, since this is a one night event camping is not necessary.

Q - What time should I arrive *if* I camp?
A - We would recommend 6pm at the latest to arrive. In the event area,
there is a *limited* amount of camping, however in the surrounding
areas there are plenty of nooks and crannies you will have to explore
on your own.

Q - Is the event free?
A - Indeed it is, however free events are not really free. If you feel
like we have "SEQ" oval stickers for sale for $5, or 3 for $10. Grab a
Dave if you would like one. We'd appreciate it. BTW, the stickers are
bad ass.

Q - Where is it?
A - it is approximately 128 miles or 2 1/2 hours north of Seattle,
and for Canadians, approximately 101 km or 1 1/2 hours (plus border
time).

Q - Can I bring an RV?
A- No way -- they won't fit.

Q - Is this child friendly?
A - Yes, but highly depends on the child. There are some dangerous
geographical aspects of the site, so supervision is recommended. If
you are a parent, and have concerns, feel free to contact us and we
can talk specifics.

Q - Can I bring a dog?
A - You can, but we prefer not. This event will contain elements that
might frighten dogs, so we don't recommend it.

Q - Bathrooms?
A - There will be one outhouse dugout. If you are an experienced
camper with a shovel and biodegradable TP that would work, too.

Q - What is LEAVE NO TRACE mean?
A - Leave no trace is one of the tenants of Burning Man: "Our
community respects the environment. We are committed to leaving no
physical trace of our activities wherever we gather. We clean up after
ourselves and endeavor, whenever possible, to leave such places in a
better state than when we found them." This site has some garbage we
have already started cleaning, and we ask everyone to help pick up a
little. We have extra trash bags, too, if you want to help clean.

Q - What is RADICAL SELF-RELIANCE?
A - Radical self-reliance is a Burning Man tenant as well: "Burning
Man encourages the individual to discover, exercise and rely on his or
her inner resources." This means nothing will be provided to you for
your health, safety, or existence. Want water? Bring it. Want to
sleep? Bring a tent. You should not count on your friends generosity
-- rely on yourself. Don't be a bliss bunny. You will be tagged and
shamed publicly.

Q - Can I bring performance or entertainment to the show?
A - Just like the burn, you are welcome to perform or bring your
special talent to the event. If someone wanted to head up AC/DC
waffles at 5:15am we'd really, really, really love you. No, we're not
kidding.

Q - What should we wear?
A - Whatever you want! Dress warm, and look fabulous should you desire.

and finally:

Q - WHEN ARE YOU SENDING US THE LOCATION?
A - Thursday morning July 3, here on this list. PLEASE, UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES FORWARD THE LOCATION TO ANY LISTS. THIS WILL DESTROY THE
EVENT! If you want to forward to some friends, that's perfectly okay--
just NO LISTS.

End Communication.

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2008-06-20T21:09:00.000-07:00

http://view.break.com/521743 - Watch more free videos

AWESOME!

[diem's list] new project and roommate help!

2008-06-17T13:17:00.000-07:00

List time! It's been a while since I sent one, so hopefully you will
pay attention to this!

1) Sequence 01
2) Looking for housing? Roommate wanted! (not at my place :-) Live at
Stronghold!

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from me:

I have started a project with inspiration of tales from LA in the
1980's. There was a collective group who produced events second to
none, with one very large caveat:

Not a single person attending the event actually knew what was going
to happen.

This has inspired the cacophonous part of me in many ways, and it also
has inspired Boogie Universal to help us in the madness.

Here's the release:
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This is a note to inform you of this upcoming event dave2 is producing
as our gift to the community. We realize there is a shroud of mystery
over the whole thing, and this is not unintentional. We have also
recently combined with Boogie Universal, and look forward to amazing
collaboration.

What you do need to know is that our mission, our intention is to
produce a really great event, be with our friends and make some new
ones. I have one important thing to ask of all of you who have been so
gracious and understanding thus far:

In order to consolidate the information we need to give you to you
about this event, we need you to sign up for the mailing list. This is
an announce only list. You should receive about 3-4 emails total from
it, and you can unsubscribe at any time. This list is also the only
place we are going to inform people about how to get to the event on
July 5th. So please... sign up here to get directions to Sequence and
a couple of other event related announcements:

http://eventsequence.com/mailman/listinfo/paulrevere_eventsequence.com

and general info here:

http://eventsequence.com

We have identified the space, and it is 123 miles north of Seattle, in a
stunning mountain location overlooking miles of forest. You should
plan for 2 1/2 hours travel time. Canadians will have a shorter travel time.

Also, we would appreciate help in setup and strike, and we would love
you forever if you would be willing to help us. You can sign up on the
"ill communication" page of the site.

Finally... your friends are our friends! Forward them this link and
get them to sign up for the list. We'd love to have them come to this
event. Dave2
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So, with the above said, we'df love to have you come to our event. It
is *far* from a simple party, and we have been working for months on
this, and it's our gift to you.

once the event is over, extensive information about performers and
those assisting will be released.

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From Rusty:

I am looking for a housemate to share a newly remodeled single story home on
beacon hill at the Stronghold Arts collective.

I am a thirty seven year old industrial artist. I am clean and respectful
and hope to find someone that can share space well. Cleanliness is
important, as is a sense of humor and the ability to communicate
effectively. I would prefer to share the house with a gal rather than guy.
I am generally pretty quiet at home and very loud everywhere else.

A trained outside kitty would be okay.

Rent is generally around 600 a month and includes utilities, and laundry
facilities. The house is located two blocks from a new library and the
future light rail station. It is easy to get to the 36 bus line, I-5 and 99.
It is located walking distance from grocery.

The room is available as of July first.

The house shares a common back yard with the three other Stronghold houses.

Living here is an engaging and social experience. If you are interested in
meeting artists and social architects this would provide you with a unique
opportunity to do so.

We have fires and barbecues frequently in the summer and the house is really
nice.

Please contact Rusty Directly if you have questions,

hazardfactor@gmail.com

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[diem's list] bluesdome fundraiser

2008-05-19T22:38:00.000-07:00

Hey all--I would like to personally invite to my new theme camp event this SUNDAY, Juke Joint.

Here's the details:

Juke Joint -- May 25, 2008 8:00 PM

A Bluesdome evening experience, brought to you by the theme camp
Bluesdome. A full evening of entertainment, complete with:

Blues Music
Hors Dourves
Fire Pit
Open Bar
Digital Portait Booth
21+
$25 Suggested Donation for all inclusive affair
Blues/Swing/Zoot Suit/Flapper Dress Style Encouraged
Website http://www.bluesdome.com
@PINK BUNNY RANCH PLEASE -- click link below for additional details and map

http://tinyurl.com/6gn5z4

I hope you can make it!

After hours with ben Shelton

2008-05-02T01:10:00.000-07:00

So ben calls me up and asked me to play first Thursday with him at
contour. For a small club contour has arguably the best sound on the
city. They also just remodled the joint, and its nice :-)

Sent by digital sled dog

[diem's list] Super Duper Announcements!//Sasha and Digweed//diem and Kirby

2008-04-22T13:04:00.000-07:00

Two quick announcements for you all:

1) diem and Kirby at Neighbours Nightclub this friday all night!
2) Sasha and Digweed tonight!

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I am performing with Kirby this Friday at Neighbours Nightclub on the
corner of Broadway and Pike in Capital Hill from 9-4am! We really need
your support for this night! Come say hi and come and dance -- we
promise the music will be great :-)

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Sasha and Digweed!

Tonight is gonna rock. There are about 6 of us thus far--come out and
play with us. We are meeting at Hooverville directly across from the
showbox sodo for a little pre-funk around 9pm. I hope to see you there.

http://www.showboxonline.com/newwebsite/fullcalendar.html

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[diem's list] Another chance to see Henta....

2008-04-09T19:17:00.000-07:00

Hey kids, Henta has one more release show coming up *this Friday*!

Here's the details, and feel free to forward:

Warm greetings!

Following the success of the Daisy Dancing CD Release Party Part I, we'd love you to come and join us for Part II at Rendezvous Jewelbox Theater, 6.30 pm–9 pm Friday April 11^th . This time the evening will have a very much more acoustic vibe, as all performers will be playing live instrumentation, together with downtempo electronic grooves, engaging melody and Henta's strong and sensual vocals.

Henta (www.henta.co.uk) , originally from the UK, is a singer/songwriter will be performing live sets with Marcell Marias (www.marcellmarias.com) who will also be playing some live drums/keyboards. She will also perform 'Oceanis' with David Miles Huber (www.51bpm.com) who will be performing songs from his new 'co-labs' album and playing Indonesian flute.

We would also like to play you a short video showing how "Daisy Dancing" was mastered by Laz Harris (www.lazharris.com).

This event will be FREE but we would be very grateful for your donations to help pay for the venue. There will be a merchandise booth selling CDs and also some free chocolate to give away. There is limited seating so please come early!

Please check out www.henta.co.uk/events for more details.

[diem's list] list for the March 21-23 weekend with two new events!

2008-03-19T17:31:00.000-07:00

Hello bunnies! Two more events have come forward, and the missing girl was found -- hence the two posts in one week. If you have something cool, or know of something unique, you can post here. SEND TO ME DIRECTLY! 99.5% of all posts are okay for here, except the ones offering to refinance your P3ni$ enlargement with money from a Nigerian cousin who wants to bestow you with $22 MILLION dollars.

NEW:

1) H'Art Opening SEATTLE -- w/Diem performing (lengthy post--and please do NOT repost this portion) Friday March 21st

2) Bunnarchy VICTORIA -- Saturday March 22nd

Continuing.....

3) Henta's CD release Par-Tay SEATTLE Sunday March 23rd

3) White Elephant Record Exchange Project GLOBAL

4) Missing Girl found! SACRAMENTO

As always, and with every listserv, un/subscription links are found at the bottom :-)

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*** Please DO NOT REPOST on any lists or websites. This is a lengthy message. Please take the time to read it.

I'd like to personally invite you to the "h'Art Opening" fundraiser on Friday (March 21) at the Transcendent Church of Bass. March 21 is a very auspicious day – it is full moon, Spring Equinox, first day of Aries, and also an important day in many spiritual traditions (Good Friday, Purim, Nawruz etc.) A perfect day for opening our hearts!

Coral (DJ)

Diem (DJ)

EQlateral (Live)

Geminitrix (DJ)

Kristina Childs (DJ)

Madly in Dub (live)

Michael Holden (DJ)

Lara (DJ)

Skoi (DJ)

Feedback on February 15 h'Art Opening:

Before I continue I'd like to express my gratitude to everyone that volunteered as well as the 300 of you that attended the first h'Art Opening on February 15 – it was a beautiful event! And thank you for all your feedback – it's great to hear about your heart-opening experiences. Success is not measured by money, but we did raise $1,424 for the insurance fund, as well as $475 for Burners without Borders. Thank you for that.

Intention:

The intention with h'Art Opening is to co-create an environment that celebrates our artists, and fosters a deeper level of interaction between people - more of a personal heart-connection. "Hi, how are you" is great, but we believe that strong community is built on a deeper level. Our vision is to create sacred space for people to gather; space that promotes heart opening through music, art, performance, décor, lighting, and great conversation. The upstairs will have a loungy feel that is soft, sensual, and dreamy, an invitation to the feminine side of the music/art scene. The downstairs space will balance the energy with a more masculine, warehouse feel, and feature heavier dance beats. A simple quick opening and closing will seal the space, and bring us together with intention.

Hours, cover, and gifting:

It's an early party that goes late – we're opening doors at 7:20pm for the first part of the evening. (20 after the hour is the key to identifying our events) The first couple of hours will be more along the lines of a traditional Art Opening where we can meet artists and friends over a glass of wine, get a chance to catch up on conversations and so forth. We're asking you to please come early - there will be a reduced cover of $5 until 9pm, and $10 thereafter. 25% of the door money raised at this month's event will be gifted to our neighbor Cityteam (http://www.cityteam.org/seattle/) for the construction of a trash and recycling enclosure on their property.

Call for artists, musicians, and volunteers:

If you're an artist and are interested in showing your work at this month's or a future h'Art Opening, please send us an e-mail with a brief bio to art@churchofbass.org. We're especially interested in heart-related art pieces.

If you're a musician or DJ and would like to perform at this month's or a future h'Art Opening, please send an e-mail with a brief bio to music@churchofbass.org

If you're a performer and would like to perform at this month's or a future h'Art Opening, please send an e-mail with a brief bio to perform@churchofbass.org

If you have ideas or suggestions for activities we can incorporate into this month's or a future h'Art Opening, please e-mail us at activities@churchofbass.org

It takes many volunteers to bring this together, and we'd appreciate help, especially volunteers during the event. Here are a few categories, and corresponding e-mail address to use.

· If you'd like to volunteer at our alcoholic or non-alcoholic bar we'd love to hear from you – please send an e-mail to beverage@churchofbass.org, and please also let us know whether you have a class 12 license.

· If you'd like to help as a greeter at the door during the event – please send an e-mail togreeter@churchofbass.org

· If you'd like to volunteer to help with anything else, including setup or cleanup, please send an e-mail to volunteer@churchofbass.org

Musical Lineup and Art:

We're still finalizing the music and artists for this month's h'Art Opening, and will send out more details in the reminder e-mail next week. I can assure you that it's going to be world-class! There is also going to be lots of opportunity to interact and create your own art. We'll be offering journeys during h-Art Opening in Louisa's innovative "Sonosphere" - check it out at http://www.thesonosphere.com/. And get ready for the Supernatural Trickster Brigade!

Beverages:

We've decided to only serve red wine this time, and only between the hours of 7:20 and 9:20. We would like to share the rational with you: The serving of alcohol requires the most volunteers during the event, particularly class 12 bartenders. Add to that the fact that we served only 400 drinks to 300 people at the first h'Art Opening! That's a little more than one drink per person over the course of 7 hours. So I guess we are not a drinking crowd, and not serving alcohol after the "art opening" segment seems to make sense. We plan to have a variety of interesting non-alcoholic beverages available, including kava-kava, kombucha, chai, herbal teas, elixirs, tinctures, and juices. If you have some ideas or would like to contribute to our non-alcoholic bar, please e-mail us at beverage@churchofbass.org.

Other activities at the Church of Bass:

We are offering a number of interesting regular and special events. Here are a few to keep in mind:

· Dance Church: Come and join us for ecstatic free style dancing to some of Seattle's top DJ's every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday from 7:20pm – 10:20pm. For more information please visit our tribe page at http://tribes.tribe.net/dancechurchseattle

· Isochronic and Binaural Brain Entrainment: We'd like to invite you to join us every Thursday for a sound frequency healing session using isochronic and binaural tones. Isochronic Tones uses sounds to entrain the mind to altered states of consciousness. Our session starts at 7:20pm and we ask that you please be on time, as we will close the doors shortly thereafter. Please bring a pillow to sit on if you can – we'll have some but not enough for a large turnout. We're using current and developing technology to access different levels of consciousness to the point of familiarity and self direction. The concurrent aim is navigating the potential of group access to the collective conscious and its effects. You can read more at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Binaural_beats andhttp://ezinearticles.com/?id=328081. You are also welcome to check out our tribe athttp://tribes.tribe.net/psychesonics.

· We're very excited about hosting Communiversity here on March 22. Communiversity is an all day experiential learning event and community potluck featuring some of our community's brilliant minds and biggest hearts. A day of creativity, interactivity, healing and consciousness expansion. Throughout the day you will learn about Mind Machines, binaural beats, plant alchemy, gemstone therapy, acupuncture, grassroots city planning, Gaian studies, magik circles, Damanhur Italy, sacred toning, hands on mask making, raw food goodies, and the Sonosphere.

Before I sign off I'd like to let you know that I'm still feeling my way around the many exciting opportunities to use my space to foster the kind of community that we love, so please consider it a work in progress…. I'd also like to express my sincere appreciation to the h'Art team: Nina, Alisha, Heather, Isaac, Jael, Theresa, Freewil, Eva, Lola, Chris, Nathan, Indigo, and each of you for all your love, encouragement, and enthusiasm. Thank you for co-creating all of this with me.

"h'Art Opening" is an event for you, about you, and with you. Without you there would be no "h'Art Opening". I'd like to invite you to PERSONALLY invite your friends, but please DO NOT POST on lists. And PLEASE INCLUDE this lengthy e-mail as well as the attached e-flyer with each invitation, as it communicates the intention and vibe we're striving for. J And thank you for reading all of this!

Love, light, and gratitude,

Hendrik

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If you'd like to join the Transcendent Church of Bass information/invitation e-mail address list, please send an e-mail to optin@churchofbass.org. We'll send out periodic invitations to our house-produced events, such as h'Art Opening, Dance Church, Sound Frequency Healing, and so on. Expected volume is low - approximately 1-2 e-mails per week.

Also, this diem for hire! I am looking to fill up my dj booking calendar for 2008! I plan on releasing my 2008 15 year anniversary disc this summer, and am looking to play from San Diego up to Vancouver BC. If you are interested in having me play, contact me at diem @ bunnygroove DOT com.

CD's for burning are here, and the latest sets are under "live sets":

http://djdiem.com/page2/page2.html

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Hello all, Miss Bunny Ruffles here.

As a lover of all things cute and furry, I'm organizing this year's (inaugural?) Victoria Bunnarchy. I bandied it about with a few people and got a general consensus on March 22. Now I know this is also worldwide pillowfight day, but
really, we CAN do both. Pillowfight at 3pm, then seeing as people
will be loitering about anyway, hit the pubs! Create mayhem and chaos
downtown! Confuse locals and tourists alike! Make total asses of
ourselves (of which we do well)! Get arrested and spend the night in
the drunk tank! No wait, scratch the last one.

So, you may be asking yourself, what do I need to do to prepare
myself? Well, it's not rocket science people, get yourself some ears
and a tail at the very least (special prizes for best bunny outfit),
and it would be helpful to learn the bunny hop. Here's instructions
for the slackers out there:

http://www.ehow. com/how_15790_ bunny-hop. html

That is all.
xo
Pam/Bunny Ruffles

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Warm greetings!

We'd love you to come and join us at Tost from 8.30 pm on Sunday March 23^rd, to help celebrate long awaited Spring and the release of Henta's new electronic dream-pop album, "Daisy Dancing".

Henta, originally from the UK, is a singer/songwriter and she'll be performing 2 live sets with Marcell Marias, as well as performing songs with her special guests, DJ Muad'deep, David Miles Huber and Ludington GT.

We aim to create a chilled and downtempo evening with electronic grooves, engaging melody and Henta's strong and sensual vocals, together with some cool visuals and chocolate!

Cover charge $5 and discounted CDs will be available at the Merchandise Booth on the night.

Please check out www.henta.co.uk/events for more details about the performers.

Henta is also part of EMC www.electronicmusiccollective.com who will be co-hosting this event.

Look forward to seeing you!

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Hello everyone!

Greeting! This is Olie and I got your email addresses by a variety of means, so please let me know if this is an unwanted message by replying with 'unsubscribe' in the subject line, and my apologies.

This is the first of a quarterly newsletter regarding musical games/projects sponsored and administered by Beep Repaired <http://beeprepaired.com> and curated by yours truly.
<http://whiteelephant.beeprepaired.com>
The White Elephant Record Exchange Project was undertaken by 20 individuals in the late part of January 2008 and will air for the first time on Hollow Earth Radio <http://hollowearthradio.com> this wednesday March 19th at 9 pm pacific time and will re-air Thursday.

This project involved sampling, composition, and ultimately all kinds of sound making.
Participants were to find the "worst" and "most unusable" 12" vinyl records they could find. Those were then exchanged by random and by whatever method I saw fit. They then had to compose a piece of at least 1 minute 30 seconds (give or take) by only editing and 'creative' playback of the record itself. No pitch adjustment or time stretching/compressing, effects was allowed by digital means. Just cut and paste, layering, and volume adjustment. This comprises part 1.

These finished pieces were then given to the original chooser of the source record to 'remix' this time there were no restrictions except that the new piece be "based" on the one they were given. Anything goes.

The result is nearly 40 incredibly varied tracks that range from very hummable-mainstream-danceable, to abstract experimental soundscapes.

Here is the list of participants

Douglas Arney (corespondents)
David Bratton (Donkey Flamingo, Beep Repaired)
Cole Cunningham (Heck Ar, Dj Dogwater, Hollow Earth Radio)
Christopher DeLaurenti (Seattle Phonographers Union, The Stranger)
Nate Ellis-Brown (Lake of Falcons, Beep Repaired)
Olie Eshleman (Corespondents, Beep Repaired, My Peach is Pickled, Hollow Earth Radio)
Jake Fiolek (hollow Earth Radio)
Johhny Goss (Cock and Swan, Dandelion Gold)
Kieran Harrison-Buhlinger (Hecka Ar, Hollow Earth Radio)
Ola Hungerford (Cock and Swan, Dandelion Gold)
Garrett Kelly(Hollow Earth Radio, Beast Please Be Still, Beep Repaired)
James Key (unlearn)
Jason Kopec (noise | order records, unlearn)
Choncey Langford (choncey langford, guam, woodson lateral)
Emory Liu (Joy Wants Eternity, Beast Please Be Still, Beep Repaired)
Brendan Mills-McCabe (The Leisure Hive)
Amber Morgan (Hollow Earth Radio, Beast Please Be Still, Beep Repaired)
Ian Obermuller (Snowman Plan, Beep Repaired)
Kevin Parsell (Tectonic Plates, Dandelion Gold)
Greg Telvik (rcade digital)

All the tracks will be available for free download at whiteelephant.beeprepaired.com <http://whiteelephant.beeprepaired.com> along with photosof the records used starting March 20th.

A few promotion CD's will be available though me if you rather. Just email me with your request if you want one.
Also please let me know if you or anyone you would like to be considered for participation in future games/projects

This project was a ton o' fun and the finished project is my favorite CD right now. Expect to hear from me in 3 months!

Thanks for listening.

Olie Eshleman

myspace.com/mypeachispickled <http://myspace.com/mypeachispickled>
beeprepaired.com <http://beeprepaired.com>
corespondents.org <http://corespondents.org>

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The missing woman, Grace, has been found! Thanks for spreading the word! She

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[diem's list] Events from the Bunny -- 3-17-08

2008-03-17T11:22:00.000-07:00

Hello lovlies! Here is another installment of my list. This one features some Pretty Cool Shit* (*tm pending), so hope you check it out -- even you Australians on the list can get in on the third one via the web! Also, please post the last one to ALL your friends email addresses -- there is a girl missing in Sacramento, and we need your help to find her.

1) Diem for hire

2) Henta's CD release Par-Tay

3) White Elephant Record Exchange Project

4) Missing Girl -- please post far and wide

As always, feel free to forward this to anywhere you like -- list membership is approaching 500 (!).

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This diem for hire! I am looking to fill up my dj booking calendar for 2008! I plan on releasing my 2008 15 year anniversary disc this summer, and am looking to play from San Diego up to Vancouver BC. If you are interested in having me play, contact me at diem @ bunnygroove DOT com.

CD's for burning are here, and the latest sets are under "live sets":

http://djdiem.com/page2/page2.html

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Warm greetings!

We'd love you to come and join us at Tost from 8.30 pm on Sunday March 23^rd, to help celebrate long awaited Spring and the release of Henta's new electronic dream-pop album, "Daisy Dancing".

We aim to create a chilled and downtempo evening with electronic grooves, engaging melody and Henta's strong and sensual vocals, together with some cool visuals and chocolate!

Cover charge $5 and discounted CDs will be available at the Merchandise Booth on the night.

Please check out www.henta.co.uk/events for more details about the performers.

Henta is also part of EMC www.electronicmusiccollective.com who will be co-hosting this event.

Look forward to seeing you!

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Lawrence Lessig on Barack Obama

2008-03-13T20:57:00.001-07:00

Strutter - DJs are Vermin

2008-03-12T14:42:00.001-07:00

Brilliant...I you haven't seen it yet, spend the two minutes on it.

[diem's list] a special one!

2008-03-06T10:33:00.000-08:00

I know, it's late notice, however if you are not doing anything
TONIGHT get your arse on down to my friend D-Nice's "Women of the
World Poetry Slam Send-Off Show". She is the bestest slam poet ever in
the whole wide world -- really! It's tonight! Be there or you'll make
the bunny cry!

From the evite:
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Women of the World Poetry Slam Send-Off Show
Host: Denise Jolly
Location: Richard Hugo House
1634 11th ave, Seattle, WA US
When: Thursday, March 6, 7:00PM
Phone: 206-661-4373

Tara Hardy and Denise Jolly will soon be traveling to the first ever
Women of the World Poetry Slam competition in Detroit , Michigan .
You are personally invited to their send-off show. Why? Because they
both need your bon voyage voltage, and Tara needs your scores.

Scores? Yes, scores! While Denise will be the Divine Diva of hosting
bouts in the Motor City (and spittinâ?? a few poems on the side of her
own), Tara will be in the Motown ring competing (think mud-wrestling,
add poetry, stir). So, at the send-off show you will be invited to
score poems as Tara reads â??em (in order that she assess which poems
just might rip the rubber off the Walter Reuther Highway). Thatâ??s
rightâ??as Tara performs, youâ??ll be using that gorgeous and
automatic tallying machine that sits atop yer pristine neck to come up
with a number-grade for each poem. (For a few of you, this will be
your chance to grade the teacher. Heh heh.) But fear notâ??this is
fun, not daunting, and will be fully explained at the show.

Denise, instead of asking for scores, will simply be offering the gift
of her performance. As she elegantly weaves heart and gut and salt
and silk in the form of words (add flight and stir) youâ??ll be given
the opportunity to sit agape the poetic splendor she is.

You, our esteemed guest, have Denise and Tara â??s authentic promise
that they will inspire you to feel at least one of the following
things or your money back: frightful glee, riotous devotion, exuberant
dread, unnerved elation, reprieved sorrow, lawless gratitude,
disturbed hilarity, accidental joy (Whoops! Joy!), immoderate
nostalgia, willful debauchery, or just general unruly itchiness.

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bad ass mac video

2008-02-25T20:55:00.001-08:00

apple evolution
by mistafab

[diem's list] late february goodness....

2008-02-15T11:43:00.000-08:00

Hey folks, nothing on my personal radar, as work is keeping my uber busy, but look out for these two:

1) Erin's got a party :-)

2)Thursday Feb. 26th, Critical Massive public meeting

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Friday February 22nd
DIRTY VELVET feat. the one the only, BASSNECTAR! along with LUSINE and NORDIC SOUL, Live art by
ARTIFAKT and TRIBE13.
@Neumos 925 E Pike St. Seattle.
15$ 21+ Doors @9 (early arrival recommended)
http://bassnectar.net/

Monday March 3rd.
GAMELANX-SF, with Michael Manahan
@ Nectar Lounge 412 N. 36th, Freemont.
10$ 21+ Doors @8pm
http://gamelanx.com/x/

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Hey folks - here is some useful information for those of you who want to help out with CM. The next public CM meeting is Thursday Feb 26th, 7PM at the CHAC Lower Level.

We're holding two CM meetings a month, one for team leads only, and one for team leads + public. Public meetings are always on 4th Tuesdays of the month, at 7:00PM @ the CHAC Lower Level.

So, going forward, remaining public meetings:

2/29, 3/27, 4/24, 5/22

All of the public meetings are shown on the Ignition Northwest event calendar, here:

http://www.ignitionnw.org/calendar.shtml

Here are your team leads this year:

Production (cmproduction@ignitionnw.org):
Erin, Ivan, Kirsten, Buffy

Ranger (cmrangers@ignitionnw.org):
TBD. Corprew is acting lead.

Space (cmspace@ignitionnw.org):
Buffy, Erin, Pinky, Rob

Sound / Performance (cmsound@ignitionnw.org):
Brannon, Hendrik

Food (cmfood@ignitionnw.org):
Buffy, Marshall

DPW (cmdpw@ignitionnw.org):
Giggles, Slickfinger, Pope Phabulous

Greeters (cmgreeters@ignitionnw.org):
Loren, Robin, Pixie

Fire (cmfire@ignitionnw.org):
Jed, Jim, Adam

Workshops (cmworkshops@ignitionnw.org):
Lori, Erin

Volunteers (cmvolunteers@ignitionnw.org):
Ivan

Greening (cmgreening@ignitionnw.org):
We're still looking for a green champion to fill this position. It's a great way to get involved!

[diem's list] saturday is gonna be busy...

2008-02-06T11:59:00.000-08:00

Saturday is gonna be busy! There are two major events:

1) Caucus! More info from Lolo below....SATURDAY Feb. 9th!

2) Bunnies! Bunnies! Bunnies, yo! SATURDAY Feb. 9th!

and a third:

3) diem recommends 2 shots of Obama daily to keep you healthy, wealthy, and wise

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ALERT! If you planned on not going to your caucus this saturday but rather voting in the primary election (as absentee or in person), think again!!!! Sorry to break it to you, but Washington's Democratic Presidential Primary is 100% meaningless – it's an "advisory vote." Delegates at the national convention will be decided solely by the results of the caucus. Your vote for the presidential candidate will only count if you go to your caucus this saturday feb 9th from 1-5pm.

If you're not registered to vote or you recently moved, no problem you can register right at your caucus!

If you want to forward this email to all your friends then please do. they can find their caucus location at:

http://www.wa-democrats.org/caucusfinder

Chose or Lose!

Lolo (sorry for cross posting)

See below:
The only way to get your vote counted in Washington is to go to a Caucus.
Why is Washington State having Caucuses and a Primary? The
Washington State Legislature was the body who voted to hold a primary.
The means that the Washington State Democratic Party, which chooses how
delegates are decided, had no participation in the decision to hold the
primary, which will cost $9 to $10 million. The Washington State
Democratic Party decided to choose their delegates through the
Caucuses, as it always has. As a result, your vote for a Democratic
candidate in the State Primary will not count toward delegate
selection.

http://fusewashington.org/about/163/caucus

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The Imperial League of Bunnydom presents:

Bunnarchy Seattle 208! Err, 2008!

That's right, hop right up. It's been three years since the last one, and man do we ever apologize. We got distracted by shiny objects.....again. This one is better than ever and worth the wait! The event itself is free, however if you are feeling generous, you can kick in to the hat for Burners Without Borders. 100% of collected funds go to BWB and their incredible projects. Check out their site! No, we're not directly affiliated with 'em, we just LOVE them....a lot! They rule!

(see http://www.burnerswithoutborders.org/)

We just got word of some AMAZING talent coming your way. The initial entertainment lineup includes:

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Playing funk, soul, groove, swing, chill, lounge, and spy jazz are:

Bunnington GT

Da bunnyfaja

Mutha fuckin' Michael Holden, Inc., LLC, esq., and shit.

Jaluka

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Bunnarchy

Feb. 9th, 2008

Hooverville

1721 1st Avenue S

Seattle, WA 98134

(206) 264-2428

9pm//21+

FREE, bunnydom required, $5 suggested donation (not required) for BWB

past pics:

http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/sets/1390325/

http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/sets/1386520/

http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/sets/72157600772087953/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPxmkEc0RKc

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Without further delay, I officially endorse Barack Obama for President. I know this has been a long time coming, and am excited to see him lead the country. I recommend watching the following video:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=jjXyqcx-mYY

Also, he just swung up to lead the Democratic party in delegates:

http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0208/8358.html

For all the foreign subscribers (down under and in Oz), and those here, you can see his site here:

http://www.barackobama.com/

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That's it! Should you want to unsubscribe, click the link below. Have a great breakfast!

You're a Towel! No You're a Towel!

2008-01-22T16:02:00.001-08:00

You're a Towel! No You're a Towel!
Originally uploaded by kev/null

Just when you think you've seen all the bunnies possible, you see this.

Hell yes!

[diem's list] Holy carp! Bunnarchy times DEUX!

2008-01-17T22:25:00.000-08:00

That's right kids---Bunnarchy times DEUX! DEUX countries in which to protest humanity!

1) Seattle Feb. 9th, Hoovervlle

2) Vancouver, BC Feb 2nd All over the place!

Humans are strictly forbidden!

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The Imperial League of Bunnydom presents:

Bunnarchy Seattle 208! Err, 2008!

(see http://www.burnerswithoutborders.org/)

We just got word of some AMAZING talent coming your way. The initial entertainment lineup includes:

*********

Playing funk, soul, groove, swing, chill, lounge, and spy jazz are:

Bunnington GT

Da bunnyfaja

Mutha fuckin' Michael Holden, Inc., LLC, esq., and shit.

Jaluka

*******

Bunnarchy

Feb. 9th, 2008

Hooverville

1721 1st Avenue S

Seattle, WA 98134

(206) 264-2428

9pm//21+

FREE, bunnydom required, $5 suggested donation (not required) for BWB

past pics:

http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/sets/1390325/

http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/sets/1386520/

http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/sets/72157600772087953/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPxmkEc0RKc

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The Cacophony Society of Vancouver proudly presents:

BUNNARCHY 2008!

When: Saturday, February 2, 2008, 4 p.m. start

Where: Downtown Vancouver, Lennox Pub at Granville and Robson

What: Drinks, the Bunny Hop in front of Art Gallery - Tour down Robson,

including Hooters

(what have THEY got over bunnies, ahem), more drinks, left on

Denman, the Denman

Library (SSSH!) Rubber Rainbow, more drinks, long jump

competition at English Bay,

down Davie, more drinks, egg toss, further drinks wherever

the night takes

us...thematically based suggestions are welcomed...email me

off list

How: dress up as your favourite wascally wabbit...you must at least

have ears (2 breadsticks

tied your head will suffice)...lettuce, carrots and turds are

welcome...but be prepared to

be nibbled on!

Why: (insert your best reason here)

lovabel

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[diem's list] Happy New Year!

2008-01-02T09:02:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year y'all! Hopefully your new year celebration was safe and fun! Here's a few somethings for ye olde calendar.

1) Artist Jeff Larson's awesome lighter of the month club

2) Bunnarchy -- in two countries!

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Jeff is a super-talented graphic artist, and he started the light of the month club. Today is the first installment, and apparently you can join on the spot. Go Jeff!

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The Lighter of the Month Club's first lighter is hot off the press.
This month's pick-up point is tonight at the 9lb. Hammer in Georgetown.
I'll be there from 6-9 pm.

If your a member come down and grab your lighters.
If you're not, come down anyway and sign up.

This month's design:

www.lighterofthemonthclub.com

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Bunnarchy is back! After a few years off, it's time to assemble your outfits and protest humanity! Mark your calendar for Vancouver BC and Seattle on back to back weekends:

Sat. Feb. 2nd
Vancouver, BC
Route TBA

Feb. 9th, 2008

Bunnarchy
Hooverville
1721 1st Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98134
(206) 264-2428
9pm//21+
FREE, bunnydom required

past pics:
http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/sets/1390325/
http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/sets/1386520/
http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/sets/72157600772087953/

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[diem's list] Three things on NYE!

2007-12-30T00:39:00.000-08:00

NYE? You bet! I have three very special events for you to attend! The first Science Friction, and has been featured as the best party to attend by Party Volcano. The second is NYE with BEEHIVE, just down the street. The third is in the cap hill, and is Groovin' Kim's house party -- so you know the music will be great!

1) Science Friction @ Youngstown, 21+, $25/$30

2) Beehive Live @ Skylark Lounge FREE

3) Zhouse NYE Celebration FREE

For those interested I am playing an early set at Skylark before Beehive (roughly 9-11), then wandering down the street to Youngstown for the New Year, and playing the EMC Lounge room around 1a.m.-esque.

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*** Dec 31st : SCIENCE FRICTION! : A New Year's Celebration @ Youngstown ***

http://www.myspace.com/nye_youngstown

[ Electronic Music Collective presents : EMC Lounge ]
+ DAREK MAZZONE - DJ : KEXP 90.3
+ DIEM - DJ : The Midnight Sons
+ DAVID MILES HUBER - LIVE PA : 51bpm
+ LUDINGTON GT - LIVE PA
+ RED ROCKET - LIVE PA

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->SCIENCE FRICTION! : A New Year's Celebration @ Youngstown
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Presented by Decibel, Fourthcity, Flight to Mars, Shameless, SunTzu Sound
and Youngstown

FEATURING
25+ performers // 4 music rooms // 4 bars // visual art // sci-fi
atmosphere // costumes // heated outdoor lounge // custom sound feat.
KV2 Audio & McCauley
…curated by several of Seattle's finest multimedia collectives / promoters
(read more below)

[ Decibel presents : DISCO LABORARTORY ]
ABOUT THE CURATOR:
Decibel is an organization that works year-round to bring quality
international and national electronic music acts to Seattle, while still
showcasing and encouraging local talent. After the resounding success of the
2005, 2006 and 2007 Decibel Festivals (10,000+ attendants in both 2006 and
2007) the Decibel organization is once again focusing their attention on
larger one-off events as lead up to the 2008 Festival.

For "Science Friction" Decibel will be providing the legendary KV2 sound
system and transforming the Youngstown dance studio into a "Disco
Laboratory" that reaches critical mass at midnight. You can expect the best
in maximal sonic dance grooves, including three past festival highlights
(Sutekh, Jacob London and Jerry Abstract).

+ SUTEKH - LIVE PA : Force Inc / Context - San Francisco
+ JACOB LONDON - LIVE PA : Classic / .Dotbleep / U-Freqs
+ JERRY ABSTRACT - DJ : Decibel / Fixelplix / Shitkatatpult
+ NORDIC SOUL - DJ : Decibel / Broken Disco
+ KRISTINA CHILDS - DJ : Krakt! / Decibel / Plasmodium

visual art and lighting by
+ KILLING FRENZY : Decibel / KillingFrenzy
+ YUBA FOXFIRE

[ Flight to Mars and SunTzu Sound present : HYPERSPACE ]
ABOUT THE CURATORS:
Flight to Mars is a Seattle based arts organization, and a theme camp that
has been participating in Burning Man every year since 2001. They put
incredible amount energy into transforming an environment through
interactive multimedia sculptures and quality dance music.

Created in 2002, SunTzu are best known as torchbearers of the rising
brokenbeat scene. The crew's tireless efforts have made them an
indispensable mainstay in Seattle, where they regularly book and promote
top-shelf international talent and serve as the weekly hosts of Friday
night's City Soul on KBCS 91.3 FM. They were also recently nominated among
Seattle Weekly's "Best DJs of 2006" for their infectious club sets.

+ SUNTZU SOUND - DJs / PERCUSSION : SunTzu Sound
+ KID HOPS - DJ : KEXP 90.3
+ DJ? WHATEVER - DJ : Flight to Mars
+ FAUXFAUX vs. STICK YO HAND IN THE DIRT - DJ : Flight to Mars
+ MUCHACHO - DJ : Flight to Mars
+ GENAY FAV - DJ : Flight to Mars

visual art and decorations by
+ FLIGHT TO MARS

[ Shameless and Fourthcity present : ROBOT WARRIORS ]
ABOUT THE CURATORS:
Founded is 2003, Shameless has played a major role in building up the now
thriving underground dance community in Seattle. Known for their wild
parties, attention to detail and raucous music, Shameless have developed a
loyal audience via their involvement with the Decibel Festival After parties
and the wildly popular "Broken Disco" monthly at Chop Suey.

Focusing on Hip Hop and more adventurous forms of electronic music,
Fourthcity have built up an arsenal of talent and fans through weekly club
events, promotional tactics and their own Fourthcity Record Label.
Fourthcity artist Truckasauras was recently feature in Seattle Sound
publication.

+ TRUCKASAURAS - LIVE PA : Fourthcity
+ RECESS - DJ : Shameless / Broken Disco vs. SWANK - DJ : UHF / C89FM
+ M'CHATEAU - DJ : Fourthcity
+ LEVI CLARK - DJ : Shameless
+ THE PLANET - LIVE PA : Fake Computer Music, Housewreckin - Chicago
+ MENAMI - DJ : Shameless / Broken Disco
+ MC ANTON BOMB - DJ : Shameless

visuals by
+ PIXELFLIP : Broken Disco - Los Angeles

[ Electronic Music Collecitve presents : EMC Lounge ]
+ DAREK MAZZONE - DJ : KEXP 90.3
+ DIEM - DJ : The Midnight Sons
+ DAVID MILES HUBER - LIVE PA : 51bpm
+ LUDINGTON GT - LIVE PA
+ RED ROCKET - LIVE PA

[ Ticket / Venue Info ]
$25 advanced / $30 at the door
Advanced tickets available through Brown Paper Tickets:
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/24237

Party begins at 9pm and goes until 4am / 21+ w/ ID

YOUNGSTOWN CULTURAL ARTS CENTER
4408 Delridge Way SW
Seattle, WA 98106

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Beehive, where rock n roll meets breakbeat and electronica, or rocktronica for short, have been one of my favorite bands for a long time. Here's a TON of photos I have taken of them:

http://flickr.com/photos/dj_diem/collections/72157600488056306/

They are playing a FREE show at the Skylark Lounge. It is 21+, and a wonderful venue. If you're hungry, be sure to get their famous evil "disco tots". But I digress, FREE is a good price! I know quite a few folks coming early here, then wandering down to Youngstown. I hope you do too!

Beehive info is here:

http://www.myspace.com/beehive

http://www.beehivemusic.com/main.html

Venue info here:

http://www.skylarkcafe.com/

Skylark Cafe

3803 Delridge Way SW, Seattle, 98106

Cost : FREE

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PLEASE DO NOT FORWARD THIS LAST INVITE! THANKS!

Zhouse has now combined forces with Knight Riders and Insect Mind to bring you the ultimate NYE celebration! Electro, techno, dubstep and more!

Djs/live performers:

Red Pony live

Travis Baron vs. Kadeejah Streets

Struggle

Milkman

Levitation Device

Dopelabs

Brandon Plank

For more information on the music, visit the Nwtekno post about Rock the Casbah

We know that many of you have other parties that you are already performing at/attending. Feel free to either show up early at our party and then head elsewhere or stop by after the other events. We'll be rocking until dawn and beyond.

We're throwing a significant amount of time and money into making this party awesome. We've decorated the entire house, built new furniture/chill spaces, will have a covered outdoor smoking area, keg/champagne/large liquor supply, etc. If you're interested in bringing a sound system, decorating, bringing food, or anything else… let us know! I also threw a paypal link up in case you're willing to throw down a few bucks to the fund. By no means are you required to donate – we want to see you regardless.

If you want to invite other people, feel free (as long as they are super awesome and not sketchy.) This invite will let you add their email address :)

TO GET INFO, MAP AND EVERYTHING ELSE, GO HERE:

http://crush3r.com/page/jsjyicznpy

PLEASE DO NOT FORWARD THIS LAST INVITE! THANKS!

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Should you want to off the list, as always click the link on the bottom for unsubscription. Thanks, and be safe on this NYE!

[diem's list] I'm losing....help!

2007-12-16T21:08:00.000-08:00

Please click this link, vote by clicking the star, AND leave a
comment. Seriously, I am pandering and begging here. It takes all of
FIVE SECONDS. And if you're reading this list you're wasting time
anyhow :-)

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2. Have your friends, neighbors, and other advanced life forms to vote
for and comment on your post.
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http://www.crunchgear.com/bff/?p=224

THANKS in advance, as the contest ends soon!

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2007-12-15T23:13:00.001-08:00

2007-12-15T22:15:00.001-08:00

2007-12-15T21:56:00.001-08:00

At georgetown liquor company

2007-12-15T21:42:00.001-08:00

Gingerbread man!

2007-12-15T21:23:00.001-08:00

Bunnies?

2007-12-15T21:11:00.001-08:00

Santa jules maes

2007-12-15T21:07:00.001-08:00

Santa passout

2007-12-15T21:00:00.001-08:00

Santa at the nine pound

2007-12-15T20:49:00.001-08:00

Why I hate Horizon Air

2007-12-11T15:54:00.001-08:00

Alrighty--

I left Burning Man the Friday morning before the burn as I wanted to
spend my burn week yahoo free.

I got to the Reno airport courtesy of Lance and Jen, with plenty of
time to spare. I was sitting at the gate when a bizarre sight happened
to me -- a guy in a straight leg cast wheeled past me, with a wad of
money *in his mouth*. Then five minutes later, he rolls past again.
Then he rolls the other way again with money in his mouth. Normally
I'd think "eh", however this happened *four* times. I was beginning to
think there was something in the water making me see weird shit.

Over the loudspeaker I hear "Flight XXX, Seattle, is delayed. There
will be a half an hour delay". No biggie, except I overhear the lady
at the counter tell someone that they have to safety test the plane by
starting and stopping the plane three times. This does not exactly
inspire confidence, especially since I HATE twin prop planes, and
didn't realize until just then when I looked out the window I was on a
Bombardier 800.

Finally I board, and naturally I am sitting next to Mr. leg-cast-
wheelchair-money-in-mouth dude, who has his leg halfway in my seat,
and he can't bend it. I start laughing to myself, as I just want to
get home after 11 days on the road. I sit with half my body in the
aisle.

We take off. You know when planes level off at 10,000 feet right after
takeoff? And then ascend smoothly to a comfortable cruising altitude
of 33,000 feet, and our flight attendants will serve us cocktails for
$5? That didn't happen...at all. Instead of getting me home, right
after the 10,000 foot level off, the plane did a 180 and dive bombed
back to reno. Like steep and deep. The kind of angle you don't ever
want to see, even with a snowboard on.

The flight attendant gets on the intercom, and says (with a sheep
stuck in her throat--no shit. You really have to say it in sheep-ese
for the full effect).) "Umm..laa-aadies and gentle-maaaaan, you maaaay
have nooooo-ticed we are returning to reeee-no. There is nooo-thing
wrong with the plaaaaa-ne". She wasn't exactly inspiring confidence.

Then money mouth pushes the call attendant button, and the flight
attendant (sheep lady) comes over, and he says "Is that a burning
smell? I smell something burning". The sheep attendant says "that's
not it", however she wouldn't tell us what the problem was.

I was now pissed, as this guy was clearly aggravating me and my
perfectly reasonable fear. i would have socked him in the nose, but
post 9-11 I didn't want to get arrested in case we did make it, plus
in the position I was in I couldn't even pinch him.

I put my hand on my wedding ring, and start thinking, "shit, I'm gonna
die next to money mouth. Umm, this sucks." Fortunately, I started
laughing inside at the thought, and realized I was more likely to go
out in a tragic cuddle dome accident.

At this point I knew I would be okay, so long as those little masks
don't drop form above, as that is always a bad sign. Besides, for
those who know me, I don't want a mask, I want headphones and beats
if I'm going down (http://www.djdiem.com/
emergencyproceduresfinal300.jpg)

We finally landed--hard--and then as we get to the gate, they won't
let me off the place. At this point I was ready to buy a car on credit
and drive home and sell it upon return. I go up to the front, they
tell me if I leave, I can't get back on or a guaranteed seat. Fine! I
say, return to my seat, grab my stuff, then they announce everyone
off. I leave second off the plane. Turns out the cargo door opened
while in the air. Nice one, eh?

I get in line at the counter, and ask what I can do. I am offered
three options:

1) Wait for this SAME EXACT PLANE to be fixed. Negatory on that
option....

2) Wait until 4am the next day for the same type of plane....also
negatory.

3) Before she says the third option, I ask her what the biggest plane
she has is, and she said a DC-80 at 12:30 the next day. I take it, and
she offers me a hotel voucher and food. I take it.

I got to the hotel, and the counter girl asked me where I had been
(still playafied even though I had a shower). I told her Burning Man,
and she said "Cool". I then asked her for an upgrade, and she gave me
a suite. :-)

I made it home safely and without incident the next day. I then made
it out to Lake Bronson where about 40 burners were for Burn without
the Bother. I made it all of one night and decided to leave super
early for home, as I was spent.

So, there you have it.

Since then, Horizon grounded their entire fleet of Bombardier 400's
(the smaller of what I was on), and IMNSO they should have grounded
the 800's as well.

Horizon sucks. Don't do it.

[diem's list] many cool things you should really know about

2007-12-08T13:51:00.000-08:00

Hey all, it's been a while since I posted to the list, however doesn't mean there isn't kick-elf action going on :-)

Here's the menu:

1) Tonight!! Dec 8th. Dorkbot, featuring my friends Jeff Larson and Marcell Marias

2) Jeff Larson's Lighter of the month club. Yes, it's real, and yes, this is as cool as you think.

3) New Years Eve with special edition EMC deep lounge room...and my love for SomaFM.

4) Web revamp...

5) Santa santa santa!

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"Strange Things"

Artists making technology, technology making art

Saturday, December 8, 7pm - 2am

10$, 21+, proceeds to benefit 911 Media Arts Center

911 Media Arts Center, 409 9th Avenue N, Seattle 91109

Learn more at: http://www.dorkbot.org/dorkbotsea/events/pdstwe3/

Please join the fun. Wear electricity, and bring a robotic date!

DJs: DJ Blue, Menami, Levi, DJ Transistor, and DJ Spire, ranging from downtempo jazzy breaks to progressive house.

Visuals: VJ Binarymillenium, Alan Altman's Amended Complaint, and real time animation from Joseph Gray.

Exhibiting artists:

Accelerator Group * Bill Beaty * Doug Bell * Joe Benner * Michele Boland * CCRT * Rebecca Cummins * Scott David * Shannon Eakins * Leta Evaskus * Shelly Farnham * Stacey Farrar * Dan Greenberg * Eunsu Kang * Jeff Larson * Laura MacCary * Lawrence MacCary * Mark Malmberg * Marcell Marias * Mike McCracken * Eric McNeill * Chris O'Dowd * Toby Paddock & John Krug * Diana Vanderhoef * Rolf van Widenfelt * Xander

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From Jeff:

Has no one stolen your lighter lately?
Maybe 'cause it's not cool enough.
Join the "Lighter of the Month Club" and you'll be able to impress your friends every month with a Jeff Larson designed lighter.

Here's the kick-elf flyer:

[diem's list] I've moved me and you! And move your body!

2007-10-01T22:28:00.000-07:00

1) I moved servers and domain!
2) I moved email!
3) Go to this event!
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I moved everyone from "list@djdiem.com" to "list@bunnygroove.com"
automatically. Should you want to change anything or unsub, you may
do so by clicking the link at the bottom of this email.
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I am no longer checking dave@djdiem.com, so PLEASE swap me out in
your address books. YAY!
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My friends are throwing an incredible concert you *really* need to go
to this weekend. Here's the details:

EQlateral string trio
MuadDeep
Crispy
Baba James
Friday Oct. 5, 9pm-2am
Electric Tea Garden aka Oseao aka artificial limbs aka 1402 e pike
$5
ALL AGES (you see that Zoey?)

Why go to this show? Because, frankly, the lineup is the best
Seattle, and possibly the west coast has to offer.

The EQlateral folks have been gracing us lovingly with their magic
for several years now. I am *still* blown away by their performance
at Critical Massive in 2005. Muad Deep plays the heavy downtempo
world groove that is very dear to my heart, crispy is just
ridiculously talented, and baba james is James Whetzel when he dj's.

Frankly, I can't imagine *not* having a good time. I will very very
sadly not be able to attend the show, as I am being kidnapped by my
Bunny to Victoria for my birthday. If I can do this, I want you all
to mark down Feb 9th for my 33 1/3 birthday party....it will
definitely kick elf.

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[diem's list] moving on over...and Black Rock Equinox!

2007-09-20T07:51:00.000-07:00

So kids, this is the last list post over here at this list address. I
am moving everyone over to "list@bunnygroove.com". Also, I moved
personal email address over to diem@bunnygroove.com. Finally, check
the new site: www.bunnygroove.com. I slimmed down djdiem.com, and
bunnygroove encompasses more of what I am up to these days. Yes, i am
still dj'ing. Yes, I'll play for you. Hell, I am traveling to play
all over fairly soon--details forthcoming.

Now, part deux, from my electronic music collective:

http://electronicmusiccollective.com/

This SATURDAY SATURDAY SATURDAY is our first event of the year!

On the bill is Lazinator, Geminitrix, Fauxfaux vs. Sweet Chris Bell,
Ludington GT, Henta and Marias (live), diem, aaron camp, Michael
Manahan, Ramiro and Ari Joshua, Red Rocket, Muad Deep, David Miles
Huber, *and* Lady Miss Athena over three stages. It should be one
hell of a night....and just added tonight is Michael Holden!

The electronic music collective's first event of the year is this
saturday, and we would love some help! Volunteers get in free! The
lineup is huge, and it won't end until sunrise :-)

http://electronicmusiccollective.com/page0/page0.html

If you can help, click the link above, pick a slot, and email me
*offlist*.

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/20111
$5 presale or playa gear/$10 otherwise
21+ - we WILL check id at the door
Booze til 2 - Coffee til Sunrise

Indoors:

9-10:15 Laz
10:15 - 11:30 Erin
11:30 - 12:45 Fauxfaux vs Chris Bell
12:45- 2 GT
2- 3:15- Diem
3:15 - 4:30 Marcel/Henta
4:30 to close Aaron Camp

Outside

9-10:15 Open Muad' deep(Alex)
10:15 - 11:30 Dave Huber
11:30 - 12:45 Heather
12:45- 2 Marcel/Henta
2- 3:15- OPEN Michael Holden
3:15 - 4:30 GT
4:30 to close Kirby

DB room

11:30 to 12:45 Kirby
12:45 to 2 DJ Ramiro and Ari Joshua on guitar and electronics
2-330 DJ Eddie
330-5 DJ Skoi

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[diem's list] Help out black rock equinox this saturday?

2007-09-17T11:32:00.000-07:00

http://electronicmusiccollective.com/page0/page0.html

The electronic music collective's first event of the year is this
saturday, and we would love some help! Volunteers get in free! The
lineup is huge, and it won't end until sunrise :-)

If you can help, click the link above, pick a slot, and email me
*offlist*.

On the bill is Lazinator, Geminitrix, Fauxfaux vs. sweet chris bell,
Ludington GT, Henta and Marias (live), diem, aaron camp, michael
manahan, Ramiro and Ari Joshua, Red Rocket, Muad Deep, David Miles
Huber, *and* Lady Miss Athena over three stages. It should be one
hell of a night....

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/20111
$5 presale or costume/$10 otherwise
21+ - we WILL check id at the door
Booze til 2 - Espresso til Sunrise

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Hes out!

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Can you spot the butterflies?

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Sliding sideways

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Evil empire

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Enslaving my bretheren...must sneak back tonight and free them!

Its tractor time!

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Washing hands after petting the goats

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I approve

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Having issues at the fountain

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Feeding birdies

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Huck scamming popcorn.

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Just got in!

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Off to the zoo

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Pixie

2007-07-27T19:20:00.001-07:00

[diem's list] Season of changes redux...

2007-07-17T23:14:00.000-07:00

A few weeks back I posted an open letter to the community, called
"season of changes". In it, I talked about how our community has gone
through many changes, and as part of the process in changing was my
desire to see us as a community work together toward direct action
projects. I asked for you to go to EschFest, or alternatively buy a
raffle ticket. And you all came through in a big way.

A few select members of the community, spearheaded by Evil Dave,
created EschFest, to benefit the children of Nathan Esch, burner and
friend, who died after an accident at fourth of JuPlaya last year. As
a result of EschFest, over $4500 was netted. But what is the net
result? With $4500 in the bank, being guided by the best broker we
know, and with eight years to work on growing the account, we have
paid off a hefty chunk of the college funds for the boys. As a
community we provided what Nathan no longer could. And I am very very
proud to be part of *us*.

The second project I highlighted was Kipa Ana. Kipa Ana is this
Saturday! As mentioned before, all net proceeds are gong to a burner
founded non-profit organization, called C.O.L.O.R. Scott and Jen
Longheyer founded COLOR in response to the tsunamis of 2005. It is my
favorite kind of non-profit: direct action.

All details are at the site:

www.kipaana.com

Tickets are $10 now, or $15 at the door

Where: Little Red Studio, 750 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109 (corner
harrison and dexter)
(http://www.littleredstudioseattle.com/graphics/LRS-map-directions.pdf)
When: Sat. July 21st
Theme: The islands. Wear your tropical best!
Time 9pm-Late
Who: 100% Net Proceeds benefits C.O.L.O.R. (http://coloraid.org)
Want tickets? http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/15508
The event is 21+.

AND SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!!

The winner of both the glow fur leggings and the Inland Surfer
Skimboard have donated both prizes to the cause--they will be
auctioned off that night!
www.glowfur.com
www.inlandsurfer.com

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