Yesterday was my turn as "primary care giver" (PCG) with Amita June, so I took the opportunity to do some shopping. I was on Autoroute 40 on my way out to the Ikea on rue Cavendish around 1PM when they had a breaking bulletin on the CBC. Yes, the Dawson Cégep shooting -- they were sending a reporter to the scene.
For those of you outside Montreal, yes, I and my family are fine, and we don't have any friends who were affected by the shooting. It's been strange in town, but we're physically safe and sound. Thanks to everyone who's asked.
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Piknic Electronik
On a more cheery note, this upcoming Sunday is the last Piknic Electronik for 2006. The last picnik is always quite sweet, and as usual Ninja Tune will be closing out the season. Smart, fun Kid Koala and, my personal fave, Ghostbeard, are on the lineup. Should be a great time, and it's supposed to be sunny on Sunday, so a nice day to be in Parc Jean Drapeau.
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Ignition 2006
Burning Man just finished up last week, and here in Montreal the local Burning Man community is having a campout and bonfire to celebrate. The so-called "regional burn", called Ignition, is going to happen 22-24 September in the Eastern Townships; more info on the Brûleurs wiki.
Maj and I are the regional coordinators for Burning Man activities, and we've been busy the last few weeks lining up the basics (tickets, toilets, insurance... check, check, check). Now we're looking forward to seeing what folks will be doing this time around. Our local Burning Man community is fabuloso -- the people are extra cool.