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A surplus of geekery by :: Fred Abercrombie

This Sucks: Lagunitas Announces Brown Shugga’ Substitute Holiday Ale

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Every year when Lagunitas throws the after-party for Petaluma Whiskerino, the timing always lines up with when they’ve just tapped the first run of Brown Shugga‘—their magically sweet, deliciously hoppy holiday brew. It signaled the end of a hairy few months and the beginning of the hearty holidays. But not this year.

Here’s why none of us will be imbibing the incredible Shugga’ this year. And why Lagunitas sucksSee the rest »

Rock: KISS MINI Coopers on Tour / Auction

I thought this was just a kick-ass poster. But they’re actually auctioning these KISS-covered Countryman MINIs. And you can order custom KISS wraps for your own MINI. Kick-ass!

Now if they only made Gene Simmons Bloody Tongue Car Fresheners to hang on your mirror, we’d be in business. Though I’d settle for a special KISS Kat seat.

THE AUCTION
On May 29th the autographed KISS MINIs See the rest »

Go Giants: ¡Dia De Los Gigantes! Shirts at Heebe Jeebe

You know why the Giants lost the season opener to (shudder) LA? You didn’t have this shirt.

Do the Bay a favor and head to one of my favorite Petaluma stores, Heebe Jeebe, to grab this killer shirt designed by John Hersey. If you can’t make the trek (stop cryin’, I do it every day) you can order by phone: 707 773 3222.

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Brickgasm: LEGOLAND Announces STAR WARS MINILAND

After seven straight years of growth, LEGOLAND has made a very special announcement: more growth. Like, over 2000 Star Wars models and 1.5 million pieces growth. Together it’s just one more excuse to go back.

“On March 31 LEGOLAND California becomes the first of three LEGOLAND Parks to launch a new STAR WARS Miniland area. Guests can enjoy seven of the most famous scenes from the six live-action STAR WARS movies, as well as a scene from the animated series STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS™  all made out of 1.5 million LEGO bricks and built in 1:20 scale.”

“The models for the new STAR WARS area are being developed and built by See the rest »

Boom: Car Explodes Outside Wells Fargo in SF

At just about noon I heard a loud pop outside from my 10th floor office. After more pops I leaned out and saw this flaming spectacle on Montgomery St & Post @ Market in San Francisco.

Stay tuned …

UPDATE: Here’s video from the 15th floor of my building (just five floors up from where I snapped these crappy iPhone pics)

See the video from Andy Reitz »

AFTERMATH: See the rest »

Video: Vanishing Point Is Abstract LP Cover Trip-Out

For me, after a long day at Amoeba, this is what you see when you blink. And it is beautiful. We need more square format videos.

Vanishing Point is AfterEffects goodness from Bonsajo. (via WorkForFood)

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Beer: Lagunitas TapRoom and Beer Sanctuary NOW OPEN

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Gentle-persons, prepare your livers. It’s opening weekend at the new Lagunitas TapRoom and Beer Sanctuary in Petaluma, CA. Swing on by!

Tons of tasty schtuff on tap, including rarities like Bourbon Barrel Cappuccino Stout and the keg-only Farmhouse Saison.

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Wednesday thru Sunday with live music, sandwiches and snacks.

Hours of operation will be Weds, Thurs, and Fri from 3–9 pm.

Saturday and Sunday from 1–7 pm. More pics …

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Fred between Lagunitas Beer Weasel, Ron Lindenbusch and head brewing beastmaster Tony Magee. Cheers, fellas!

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Hang: Glass Ledge on Sears Tower Makes Me Wanna Pee, Spit

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1350 feet above the Chi-Town ‘crete is The Ledge. $14.95 grants you access. But three layers of half-inch thick glass keeps you from throwing stuff down (including your body). Full article on the Trib.

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By comparison, 4,000 feet above the Colorado River hangs the Grand Canyon Skywalk. Those Hualapai Native Americans don’t mess around.

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