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Black Hat Collective's 24-Hour Comic Day Make Up!

Every year on Oct. 1, cartoonists around the world work feverishly to complete a 24 page comic in 24 hours. Well, Oct. 1 wasn't good for us. We had things that day. Things we wanted to do. So join us on Oct. 22 and make a comic of your own, or collaborate on our group comic. Making a full comic in 24 hours is hard, but potluck meals and moral support make it easier! Members of the Black Hat Collective will be there, and the event is open to the public, the private, and the just shy. Join us!

For more information about the Black Hat Collective, visit http://blackhatcollective.blogspot.com/
For more information about 24 Hour Comic Day, visit http://www.24hourcomicsday.com/

Geek Physique Upcoming Events

Get Fit!

Here at Geek Physique we are busy planning our fall/winter schedule, full of fun new ways to stay active. Here is a sampling of what we have planned so far. Several of are most popular events will be returning with new and improved curriculum, and we even have a few special surprises up our sleeves just to make the long cold months pass a bit quicker. You will not want to miss out! Please join our Meetup group and keep an eye for more events and we get them added.

T'ai-Chi Ch'uan
September 12th, 19th, and 26th, 7 to 8 pm, Room 135 at Event Horizon (the Waterbury Building)

Location: Event Horizon (the Waterbury Building), 1121 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413 [MAP]
Date: September 12th, 19th,and 26th, 2011
Times: 7 to 8pm
Notes: Geek Physique offers T'ai-Chi Ch'uan, open to everyone. Sometimes called "The Scholar's Martial Art," T'ai-Chi combines Qigong and Chinese medicine with Kung Fu in a gentle movement art that emphasizes relaxation and health. Regular practice of this art yields good health and increased martial power even into old age!

Instructor Julie Cisler is a Seventh-Generation Yang-Style lineage holder, with over 12 years teaching training. New students can join anytime; simply bring $10 and wear comfortable clothing. Shoes are optional, but smooth-soled, comfortable shoes will work best. The classes will include warm-ups, standing meditation, and step-by-step instruction in the Solo Form. Every three weeks the class will also explore the T'ai-Chi Sword.

Ceilidh Dance
August 25th, September 1st, and 29th, 7:30 to 9pm, Room 135 at Event Horizon (the Waterbury Building)

Location: Event Horizon (the Waterbury Building), 1121 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413 [MAP]
Date: August 25th, September 1st and 29th, 2011
Times: 7:30 to 9pm
Notes: Come on over and dance with the Geeks! Traditional Scottish dance meets Cardio workout for this Geek Physique "Roll for Initiative" event. Instructed social dancing designed to build balance, provide aerobic exercise, and improve your social graces, while having fun with your friends! Absolutely no previous dance experience is required. Bring your favorite partner, or come by yourself and make some new friends!

This event is free and open to the public. After dancing, we will gather for socializing over tea and light refreshments.

More Info is at https://sites.google.com/a/geekpartnership.org/physique/.
For questions email geekphysique@geekpartnership.org.

Meetup With Geek Physique

Geek Physique arrives at Meetup.com

Geek Physique now has its very own Meetup site. Meetup is a really great tool for a busy and dynamic club like Geek Physique. The robust scheduling and content flexibility make it ideal for reaching people and keeping them up-to-date on the wacky brand of fitness that only Geek Physique can provide. We encourage everyone out there to log on to Meetup and join the Geek Physique group, even if you are already on our Facebook or Google Groups. Meetup is likely to become our main method for communicating news and events, and we think you will find it a lot easier to use than the other avenues.

More Info is at http://www.meetup.com/geekphysique/.

The Great Geek Garage Sale Is Coming!

Information Has Arrived

We now have information about drop-off times and volunteer work on our GPS Web page. Take a look and join us!

Saturday, September 17, 2011: 9am - 5pm, the Waterbury Building (aka "Event Horizon")

Location: 1121 Jackson St. NE Minneapolis, MN [MAP]
Date: September 17, 2011
Times: 9am - 5pm

More Info is at the GPS Great Geek Garage Sale Web page.
For questions email garagesale@geekpartnership.org.

The GPS Haunted House

Don't Be Scared ... Yet.

The GPS Haunted House is coming and you're invited! We're looking for volunteers in many positions, Set builders, electricians, Techies, Actors, performers, chute wranglers, spur cleaners and much more!!

More Info is at our Facebook Meeting page and on our new GPS page.
For questions email george.richard@geekpartnership.org.

Yogaquest

Join the guild of Geek Physique...

Join the guild of Geek Physique and play YogaQuest. Adding to its Exercise 2.0 program, this hybrid of gaming and yoga is the first of its kind, anywhere. Come and get your exercise on while you step inside an adventure story: become warriors on a mission - the fiends and friends they meet along the way - even the modes of transportation they take! Your spritely yoGeekie guide will lead you through an adventure each class at the GPS Event Horizon!

Location: Waterbury Center 1121 Jackson St. NE Minneapolis, MN Suite 135 (Central & Broadway, Minneapolis).
Bring: Water, a small towel, a mat, $5 participation fee.
RSVP/Questions: geekphysique@geekpartnership.org.

FAQs: Who is leading this? Your quest is led by a yoGeekie sprite, who is a certified, professional yoga instructor and a notable geek. I'm not flexible or I'm out of shape, is this for me? Totally! Come gamers, Trekkies, or Browncoats. This was made just for you. What should I wear? Comfortable clothing, however leave your chainmail in your car. Also, no kilts. I'm young, can I still come? If you are under 18, your parent will need to sign the release form. This is open to ages 10 and up. I have a bad knee or another ailment, should I come? The instruction will provide modifications tailored for your condition. Please list all medical conditions on the release form. How does this work? YoGeeks and YoGeekies will follow movements for the duration of class. I do not have a mat, can I borrow one? A small number are available to "rent" for $1. Is there a place to change? There are public restrooms. YogaQuest facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/YogaQuest/173590436025938.

Wednesdays, Weekly: 7:00pm, Waterbury Center 1121 Jackson St. NE Minneapolis, MN Suite 135 (Central & Broadway, Minneapolis)

Location: Waterbury Center 1121 Jackson St. NE Minneapolis, MN Suite 135 (Central & Broadway, Minneapolis) [MAP]

More Info is at http://www.facebook.com/pages/YogaQuest/173590436025938.
For questions email geekphysique@geekpartnership.org.

Geek Physique

"Fitness and wellness that is all our own"

Geek Physique has events planned for the weekends, so please join us, or promote your own activities and practices through our site and systems. Strengthen the bodies and the friendships that have been built in the past year of activities, whether it has been with dance partners, companions in YogaQuest, fellow Tai Chi students, or other weapon-wielding disciples in Bokken-Aikido, Dart Tag, and Bat'Leth Training. We will continue to share the guest activities from our partners at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio and CrossFit City of Lakes.

Klingon Bat'Leth Combat Training

Location: Waterbury Building, 1121 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413, Room 135 [MAP]
Date: 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month
Times: 6:30pm
Notes: Wear loose, comfortable clothing and don't worry about armour (yet), nominal materials fee.

More Info is at https://sites.google.com/a/geekpartnership.org/physique/.
For questions email geekphysique@geekpartnership.org.

GPS at Ren Fest

GPS has been hired to take over the information booth at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival. Volunteers joining us get site access for the day and a discount on local food prices, as well as our eternal appreciation. Scheduling is very flexible, and costuming help is available.

More on this in July, but for now any questions can go to Kathy.Peck@geekpartnership.org.

Annual Meeting Results

Just to update you folks, in our 2011 Annual meeting last month, Andy Murphy and George Richard were reelected; congratulations to both. Also of note was the formal announcement of Kathy Peck as Society treasurer.

Update Our Calendar!

Help Keep Us Up-To-Date

GPS has two public Google Calendars that you can add to any iCal compatible calendar software (your personal Google Calendar, iPhone, Outlook, etc.)

The official GPS calendar is at http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=n1avos6d9uq7p0tuljdsi230s4%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America/Chicago.
To add events to the public, community calendar email info@geekpartnership.org.