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All I Want For Christmas 2011 is…

by Brian Groce on December 21, 2011

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We recently asked our Twitter followers what they wanted for Christmas this year, and here are the responses.

What do you want for Christmas this year?

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Stutz Artists Association’s Holiday Exhibition 2011

by Brian Groce on November 17, 2011

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Skip the mall. Bypass the big-box store. Ditch the web. To pick up those truly special and locally made gifts, shoppers can kick off the holiday shopping season at the Stutz Artists Association’s Holiday Exhibition on Nov. 18. With work by approximately 50 artists working in a variety of media, the annual event gives visitors the opportunity to view original art, mingle, enjoy light refreshments and listen to music – all in a single location at the historic Stutz building.

Attendees to the event held each year on the Friday before Thanksgiving also can get a creative start on holiday shopping, with gift possibilities ranging from paintings, metal sculpture and wearable art to jewelry, cards and custom portraits. During the popular event, artists with studios in the Stutzbuilding will display their work in a single space on the second floor of the D building from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.  New this year are open studios of approximately 10 artists on the second floor of the D building, near the gallery space.

In addition, 5-inch-by-7-inch one-of-a-kind pieces by many of the artists will be available for $100 each as a fundraiser for VSA Indiana, a nonprofit organization that serves people with disabilities through the arts. Stutz artists are contributing 50 percent of the proceeds from their work for this effort.

One of the largest associations of working artists in Indiana, the Stutz Artists Association exists to encourage its member artists and to promote their work.  The association operates Stutz Art Space, a nonprofit gallery on the first floor of the Stutz.  The gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays, or by appointment. It will be open Nov. 18 with the Unclothed:  Exposing the Art Nude exhibition inspired by this year’s Spirit and Place Festival theme of “the body.”

WHAT:                  Stutz Holiday Show

WHEN:                  Friday, Nov. 18, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

WHERE:                Stutz Business Center, 212 W. 10th St.

(Free on-street parking on Capitol Avenue and 11th Street.)

Please enter from Bearcat Alley off 10th Street.

COST:                    Admission is free

INFO:                    www.stutzartists.com or 317.503.6420

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Utter Oddcast #132

by Brian Groce on December 31, 2010

in Brian's Podcasts,Utter Oddcast

Listen to the podcast at: http://utteroddcast.com/2010/12/utter-oddcast-132/

On Utter Oddcast episode #132 we’re in the studio for a New Years Eve show. Enjoy!

As always, listener discretion is advised.

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Listen to the podcast at: http://utteroddcast.com/2010/12/utter-oddcast-132/

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Utter Oddcast #131

by Brian Groce on December 24, 2010

in Brian's Podcasts,Utter Oddcast

Listen to the podcast at: http://utteroddcast.com/2010/12/utter-oddcast-131/

On Utter Oddcast episode #131 we’re in the studio for a Christmas Oddness show. Enjoy!

As always, listener discretion is advised.

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Listen to the podcast at: http://utteroddcast.com/2010/12/utter-oddcast-131/

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Go Elf Yourself!

by Brian Groce on November 17, 2010

in Blue Shotgun,Brian's Blogs

Office Max’s Elf Yourself is back this year for another go round.  Have at it and please share your creations.

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Blue Shotgun Radio #48

by Brian Groce on December 29, 2009

in Blue Shotgun Radio,Brian's Podcasts

Listen to the podcast at: http://blueshotgunradio.com/blue-shotgun-radio-48/

On Blue Shotgun Radio #48 Brian talks about:

  • Busy Christmas
  • Moron terrorist bomber in Detroit
  • New Year’s Eve
  • What are your plans?
  • The Indianapolis Colts go are 14-1
  • The Saints lose to Tampa Bay, are 13-2
    • Bobby McCray arrested
  • The Vikings lose to the Bears
  • College Bowl Games
  • Charlie Weiss is out at Notre Dame
  • Urban Meyer takes a leave
  • Avatar: Send me a review!
  • Brittany Murphy dead at 32
  • Robber wore panties on his head?

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Man wore panties

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Wake Me In February

by Brian Groce on January 13, 2008

in Brian's Blogs,Never Picture Perfect

To say this past December was busy would be an understatement. It is now mid-January and I’m finally getting back into some sort of rhythm and will hopefully get back to blogging regularly soon. In the meantime, here’s the hit list of what I’ve been up (in no particular order) to and have wanted to blog about in more detail (which isn’t going to happen, so we better move forward)…

  • Jeff & I had a DJ gig which was fun and interesting at one point. It’s just a hobby and both of us are extremely busy, so don’t expect that to be a common activity for us. And for those of you wondering, I’m the DJ, he’s the rapper. (And if you don’t get the reference you’re either too young OR you’re too old.)
  • I had dinner at Hard Rock Cafe for the first time since the sale and I have to say I like the old menu better and the prices seem even higher than before.
  • I saw Trans-Siberian Orchestra down at the Fieldhouse. Great two hour and forty-five minute show. A little loud at the end (how old am I?) and probably not for everyone, but if you’re into “rock opera”, you’ve got to check it out.
  • My wife and I celebrated our anniversary. (Christmas weddings are awesome by the way.) Man, do the years pass quickly and looking back at the photos, there’s no denying that I’m looking older.
  • I saw Sweeney Todd (for my anniversary). If you’re not familiar with the story line I’ll just say that it’s NOT appropriate for children AND it is NOT appropriate for some adults. Johnny Deep did an excellent job and Tim Burton worked his usual magic. But it is a bit bloody and “dark”, so don’t see it solely on my “thumbs up”.
  • I ate at the Rathskeller for the first time (and also for my anniversary). German food is excellent, though I’m not sure why it is a bit pricey (at least it has been at the German restaurants that I’ve been.)
  • Christmas shopping, Christmas parties, Christmas get-togethers’ & family time.
  • My wife and I had our annual viewing of How the Ghosts Stole Christmas, guest staring Lily Tomlin and Edward Asner, while we wrapped presents on Christmas Eve. Even if you’re not a fan of the X-Files, this is a must see episode and in my opinion the best of the bunch (and I’ve seen them all).
  • For the second year running, I watched It’s a Wonderful Life by myself very late Christmas Eve while I was finishing up my own wrapping and Christmas projects (that’s what happens when you procrastinate). This year it occurred to me that this is more of a “guy movie” and why just about every female I know would prefer to watch White Christmas or Holiday Inn (both of which I don’t have to watch every year). But It’s a Wonderful Life resonates with me and I’d guess that’d be the case with just about every male who has a family to take care of. And the whole small business vs. big business conflict also draws me in.
  • Also late Christmas Eve I put in the short old version of Miracle on 34th Street. Classic.
  • I watched A Christmas Story with some friends. That movie never gets old. “My old man … worked in profanity the way other artists might work in oils or clay. It was his true medium; a master.”
  • We watched The Polar Express while we put up the tree. Excellent family movie.
  • We watched The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause. Nowhere near as good as the first two and I’d only suggest buying it to complete the trilogy.
  • Jeff & I recorded a few Trolley Dodgers and Utter Oddcast episodes.
  • The Future Karnies of America wrote, recorded, mixed and released Karnie Christmas 2007 (a.k.a. Karnie Christmas 3). A fun time was had by all. (#2 is still my favorite, though the recording of #3 is a step up.)
  • I started some new blog ventures which should be a bit more “there” within a few months.
  • Football, football and more football. Man I love December and January football.
  • And of course the usual being a husband, father and small business owner.

So, that give a limited idea of what I’ve been up to. Normal posting should resume shortly.

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Karnie Christmas 2007

by Brian Groce on December 17, 2007

in Brian's Podcasts,Future Karnies of America

Listen to the podcast at: http://podcast.futurekarneysofamerica.org/2007/12/karnie-christmas-2007/

Sit back, relax and listen to The Future Karnies of America in their third annual Christmas podcast.

  • Intro: Karnie Christmas 2007
  • Its Beginning To Look Like Karnie Kristmas
  • Its The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
  • Commercial: Nochance & Hell
  • O Come Be A Karnie
  • PSA: Santa Elvis
  • Vicki Got Run Over by a Golf Cart *
  • Glass House
  • Commercial: Rent A Karnie
  • Ode To The Karnie Diet
  • Terror of the Loop
  • Anything Thats Fried We Love
  • Commercial: eIncestry
  • Wonderful Shirtless Time
  • We Wish You A Karnie Kristmas
  • Its The Most Wonderful Time of the Year (’munk re-mix)

* We are deeply saddened by the death of Vicki and are pondering:

  • Will this be the end of Karnie Christmas?
  • Will Omar step up and take Vicki’s place?
  • Will Vicki rise from the ashes?
  • Will the Future Karnies finally become full-fledged Karnies?

Stay tuned to find out.

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Cyber Monday 2007

by Brian Groce on November 26, 2007

in Brian's Blogs,Never Picture Perfect

I’m not all that impressed with the “Cyber Monday” sales (and shipping & financing discounts), but if you want to check out an overview to decide for yourself you can do so at blackfday.com.  In my opinion, the best offer is the 20% off certain stores if you use PayPal to checkout (most appear to be capped at $50 or so).

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Black Friday 2007

by Brian Groce on November 24, 2007

in Brian's Blogs,Never Picture Perfect

For the first year in I don’t know how long, I did not crawl out of bed in the wee hours of the morning to join in the madness known as Black Friday. The decision was based on the fact that the products which I was really interested in were all available online AND with free shipping. So it just didn’t make sense to join in the madness and leave the comfy confines of my warm bed.

The purchases this year were pretty simple, as I wasn’t after any “big ticket” items or even toys for that matter…

Office Max…I picked up a memory card, some CD-R’s, some pens and most importantly, Norton Internet Security 2008. Savings…well over $100. And they started the online sales on Thursday, which as a bonus.

Circuit City…DVD’s, DVD’s and more DVD’s. They had an amazing sale on DVD’s and all I can say is that maybe the huge discounts are related to the fact the HD-DVD and Blu-ray discs are starting to roll out pretty heavily. But DVD quality beats VHS by far and I don’t own a HDTV, so I’m a happy shopper. I am a little surprised that they offered so many online, but man was that much easier than hunting them down in the store. Savings…I can’t give a good estimate, but it was a lot.

Target…two DVD’s at $3.98 each. I actually had my brother-in-law pick these up. Savings…probably $18-20 or so based on retail prices.

So I’m happy how this worked out and will probably try to do my shopping online for what little shopping I have left to do. I did that one year and it is truly amazing and so much easier. Order, pay, check the mail, wrap, give away. But I still like to buy clothes in person as I can’t get a good grasp on what I’m buying online. Plus, doesn’t the feel of the fabric make a huge impact on the buy or don’t buy decision?

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