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Title: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Brian on July 27, 2008, 05:35:13 PM
Greetings to our PPI Forum Family Members:

Just wanted to give you all a heads-up that PPI will be featured in a presentation at the San Carlos Public Library on Thursday July 31, 2008 at 3:00 pm. The San Carlos Public Library is located at 7265 Jackson Drive, San Diego California. The presentation is open to the public free of charge and will be held in the Community Room. Look forward to seeing you all there.

For further details, You can contact Timothy Mountain or Eric Chamberlin at 619 527-3430
http://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/#sancarlos


Regards,

Brian Miller
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 27, 2008, 06:21:11 PM
Are you kidding?
That's my library
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: MichaelF (FPIE) on July 27, 2008, 06:28:09 PM
Wish it wasn't so early.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: Brian Johnson on July 28, 2008, 12:20:01 AM
Thats okay, we are planning something similar, but far more in depth, in the future. Keep checking back.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Glenn on July 28, 2008, 01:47:31 AM
Looking forward to it!
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Karl on July 28, 2008, 12:05:15 PM
If you guys want any help before Thursday, or just an audience for your rehearsals, don't hesitate to call on me.  I have Monday and Wednesday night free. 

Also, Brian J., I got your phone message about needing the Mac, but now that Dave is attending, I assumed everything is in its place for Thursday.  If not, please let me know.  I'll bring what I can.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: bellalaghoste on July 28, 2008, 01:16:51 PM
wow sounds like fun to bad i have to work.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 28, 2008, 02:19:50 PM
Hey Guys.
Brian M asked me if the library has a screen. I checked and we do so there are no problems there.
I've also requested some books for suggested reading. I hope they get here before Thursday.
Is there anything else?
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: ttjoon on July 28, 2008, 04:05:34 PM
If there wasn't 75 miles between me and the library, you know I would be there.  I'll be there with you in spirit, just the same.

Good luck, guys.  I know you'll do great! 
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Glenn on July 28, 2008, 04:45:04 PM
Beer? ;D

Quote from: Tim on July 28, 2008, 02:19:50 PM
Hey Guys.
Brian M asked me if the library has a screen. I checked and we do so there are no problems there.
I've also requested some books for suggested reading. I hope they get here before Thursday.
Is there anything else?
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 28, 2008, 05:06:04 PM
I'm sorry.
There is no food or drinks allowed in the library during open hours
And please......
Silence your cell phones..

The drinking of beer can start after the library closes. ;D
Can you say Hooley's?
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Glenn on July 28, 2008, 05:20:43 PM
So I can't bring my rotten tomatoes?


Quote from: Tim on July 28, 2008, 05:06:04 PM
I'm sorry.
There is no food or drinks allowed in the library during open hours
And please......
Silence your cell phones..

The drinking of beer can start after the library closes. ;D
Can you say Hooley's?
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: MichaelF (FPIE) on July 28, 2008, 06:14:08 PM
Hmmm since the tomatoes are rotten, I don't think they consitute as food, after all who would eat rotten tomatoes.  So therefore rotten tomatoes are authorized....

Quote from: PPI Glenn on July 28, 2008, 05:20:43 PM
So I can't bring my rotten tomatoes?


Quote from: Tim on July 28, 2008, 05:06:04 PM
I'm sorry.
There is no food or drinks allowed in the library during open hours
And please......
Silence your cell phones..

The drinking of beer can start after the library closes. ;D
Can you say Hooley's?
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Karl on July 28, 2008, 06:18:06 PM
QuoteThe drinking of beer can start after the library closes.

Then, how about if we leave out a few periodicals about beer?  (You did ask for books about spirits, didn't you?)  ;D
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: bellalaghoste on July 28, 2008, 06:34:02 PM
I really wish I could go
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: dwalters on July 28, 2008, 06:56:34 PM
Relax guys, I have a flask :)

AND...it's plastic :) :) :)

Hey Tim, is there a vending machine there that sells cold cola?
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: Sarah on July 28, 2008, 09:06:18 PM
I have a great idea, and my boss would totally go for it.... WEBCAST!!!  On behalf of those of us that have day-jobs and can't miss them (not to mention the whole six hours away bit) I'm voting for webcast.  Have pity on us!
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: MichaelF (FPIE) on July 28, 2008, 09:44:30 PM
Quote from: PPI-TAPS Dave on July 28, 2008, 06:56:34 PM
Relax guys, I have a flask :)

AND...it's plastic :) :) :)

Hey Tim, is there a vending machine there that sells cold cola?

Hmmmm, I have a flask as well....... 
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 28, 2008, 09:50:20 PM
Sorry Guys
No vending machine that have cold sodas.
However,
There is a CVS and a Keli's up the street.
And there is a place called CHEERS that you can get beer.
As far as rotten tomatoes.....
I'm the only one allowed to throw them.
It is how I get people's attention when I see them using a cell phone in
the Library.
"Excuse Me!"
SPAT!
Please use your cell phone outside.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: dwalters on July 28, 2008, 11:19:17 PM
Here's my latest project. It took me 12 hours to design. Hope to see some of you there!
http://beyondrealityevents.com/wolfemanor/index.html
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 28, 2008, 11:32:02 PM
Nice presentation.
Dave, you do good work.
The power point presentation at the library looks very
professional 8)
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: Brian Johnson on July 28, 2008, 11:34:52 PM
Quote from: Sarah on July 28, 2008, 09:06:18 PM
I have a great idea, and my boss would totally go for it.... WEBCAST!!!  On behalf of those of us that have day-jobs and can't miss them (not to mention the whole six hours away bit) I'm voting for webcast.  Have pity on us!

Don't worry there will be opportunities in the future, I promise.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: dwalters on July 29, 2008, 12:03:54 AM
A webcast isn't a bad idea....it wouldn't be LIVE though. I can record this, and post it up later. Sure, I can totally do that.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 29, 2008, 12:28:26 AM
A webcast too?...
Wow, that would be interesting.
There was alot of people asking me about the
program today. I'm stressing to people that the program
is for ages 12 and up.
The program is getting a good vibe. :D
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: ttjoon on July 29, 2008, 12:30:50 AM
Quote from: Sarah on July 28, 2008, 09:06:18 PM
I have a great idea, and my boss would totally go for it.... WEBCAST!!!  On behalf of those of us that have day-jobs and can't miss them (not to mention the whole six hours away bit) I'm voting for webcast.  Have pity on us!

These guys have day jobs in addition to what they do here....trust me.  They work their tales off.   Sleep is not in their vocabulary.

Webcast or just taping in general so we could see, would be awesome indeed.  
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: dwalters on July 29, 2008, 12:36:31 AM
Sleep? I am not familiar with this term.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Glenn on July 29, 2008, 01:18:30 AM
Isn't that what they make coffee for?

Quote from: PPI-TAPS Dave on July 29, 2008, 12:36:31 AM
Sleep? I am not familiar with this term.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 29, 2008, 02:20:25 AM
Hey Glenn,
You drink coffee so you can sleep?
That sounds like some pretty weak coffee.

I drink coffee in the morning and all it does
for me is cause me to take a dump. ;D
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Glenn on July 29, 2008, 02:43:31 AM
TMI! TMI! TMI!

Quote from: Tim on July 29, 2008, 02:20:25 AM
Hey Glenn,
You drink coffee so you can sleep?
That sounds like some pretty weak coffee.

I drink coffee in the morning and all it does
for me is cause me to take a dump. ;D
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: dwalters on July 29, 2008, 03:12:42 AM
Gentlemen, please allow me to introduce to you, a little miracle....
(http://www.wsotexas.com/assets/Image/Product/thumb/5hr%20energy%20chaser.jpg)
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 29, 2008, 03:24:22 AM
Tweak in a can.

Energy drinks tear me up.
And they can be expansive.

Whatever you do Dave, don't have Brian J.
drink one before the presentation. :o
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Glenn on July 29, 2008, 03:28:56 AM
Oh ya, we know about that!! :)

Quote from: Tim on July 29, 2008, 03:24:22 AM
Tweak in a can.

Energy drinks tear me up.
And they can be expansive.

Whatever you do Dave, don't have Brian J.
drink one before the presentation. :o
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: MichaelF (FPIE) on July 29, 2008, 10:12:57 AM
Quote from: PPI-TAPS Dave on July 28, 2008, 11:19:17 PM
Here's my latest project. It took me 12 hours to design. Hope to see some of you there!
http://beyondrealityevents.com/wolfemanor/index.html


Hey Dave, where is Wolfe Manor at?

It's up near Fresno right?  Man I would love to go, but after that Volcano trip, I don't know if I feel like driving 5 hours for a one day event.  Boring driving alone lol.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: ttjoon on July 29, 2008, 12:40:28 PM
Quote from: PPI-TAPS Dave on July 29, 2008, 12:36:31 AM
Sleep? I am not familiar with this term.

I "rest" my case.   ;)
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: ttjoon on July 29, 2008, 12:43:56 PM
Quote from: MichaelF (FPIE) on July 29, 2008, 10:12:57 AM
Quote from: PPI-TAPS Dave on July 28, 2008, 11:19:17 PM
Here's my latest project. It took me 12 hours to design. Hope to see some of you there!
http://beyondrealityevents.com/wolfemanor/index.html


Hey Dave, where is Wolfe Manor at?

It's up near Fresno right?  Man I would love to go, but after that Volcano trip, I don't know if I feel like driving 5 hours for a one day event.  Boring driving alone lol.
Our TAPS group is investigating in Sept.  I cannot wait!  Road trip!  Hopefully it will be one of our best investigations thus far.  We'll see.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: Brian Johnson on July 29, 2008, 10:57:47 PM
I think I'll drink one of these before the presentation.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRuNxHqwazs&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRuNxHqwazs&feature=related)
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Glenn on July 30, 2008, 12:32:30 AM
Freaking hilarious! Gave me an ASNR!

Quote from: PPI Brian on July 29, 2008, 10:57:47 PM
I think I'll drink one of these before the presentation.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRuNxHqwazs&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRuNxHqwazs&feature=related)
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 30, 2008, 02:58:00 AM
Brian J,
You drink that stuff at the program and you'll scare the children and parents away.
I don't want that.
You can talk about scary things but you can't look scary.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Brian on July 30, 2008, 01:21:01 PM
Tim just informed me that the presentation has been bumped to 3:30 pm. No worries if we run a little long, because there is no one else on the calendar for the community room on Thursday.  :)
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 30, 2008, 04:38:38 PM
No problem,
The flyer said the program started at 3:30pm
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 31, 2008, 01:31:30 PM
Hey Guys,
Everything is a go at the Library.
Is there anything needed for the presentation?
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Brian on July 31, 2008, 01:42:20 PM
Hi Tim,

The only things rattling around in my skull are: the projector screen, a couple of extension cords and a surge protector. Seats set up in theater fashion with an aisle in between. We've got all the agendas and handouts printed up and I brought some good speakers to play a couple of our better EVPs.

Should we have a sign-in sheet?
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: dwalters on July 31, 2008, 02:45:09 PM
I am bringing my laptop, my camera to record it, a still shot cam, a tripod, and a power strip. I think that's all I need...I was going to buy a couple little external computer speakers, but it looks like Miller has that under control...right on.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on July 31, 2008, 03:07:08 PM
we don't need a sign up sheet
I'll see if we have a surge protector
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: dwalters on July 31, 2008, 03:18:23 PM
an extension chord might be a necessity.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: Brian Johnson on July 31, 2008, 03:19:04 PM
I will bring a couple.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: Brian Johnson on July 31, 2008, 03:33:07 PM
I could only track down one of my extention cords. Sorry, I will bring the one I found.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Karl on July 31, 2008, 04:13:02 PM
I've got a couple of grocery bags worth of extension cords and a length of 3-prong adapters resembling a coral snake.  Also, I'll be bringing my MacBook Pro for class tonight, so if there's a need for another Apple, we'll have one.  Are there any peripherals you need?  I've got VGA adapters and other A/V connectors for the Mac.  Say the word, and they shall be heeled. 
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Brian on August 01, 2008, 03:45:45 AM
I just wanted to thank everybody for their efforts to make this presentation a success. Tim, Dave, Brian, Glenn and Karl you all did an excellent job, and I think the presentation went very well. The particpants enjoyed the presentation and I think it inspired us to move forward with our plans to do a Paranormal 101 course in the very near future. ;D
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: MichaelF (FPIE) on August 01, 2008, 10:22:13 AM
Good show, was nice to finally meet you all.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Tim on August 01, 2008, 12:42:10 PM
Thank you one and all. 
My boss and the Children's Librarian Eric told me that they were very pleased with the presentation. 
I think that PPI showed that not only can it investigate the paranormal but it can also educate the public about the paranormal.
TAPS would be proud.
I will pass the word on to other city libraries about PPI.
WARNING
You might be called again to do another presentation.
Thank you guys once again.
Tim
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Karl on August 01, 2008, 01:03:10 PM
I feel like I kind of got the best of both worlds on this one:  it was fun just to sit back and passively watch all your planning and preparation come to fruition, but it was an honor to be actively involved in an impromptu way.  I look forward to coming next time, and to planning a lecture in future.

Sorry I couldn't join up with anyone later in the night.  Final examination portfolio presentations went on until almost 9:00 p.m. (I was expecting us to finish at 8:00).  I was just beat by the time I got home, poor me. :'(

Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Brian on August 01, 2008, 01:49:57 PM
Hi Karl,

Tim, Shelly Brian J and I were still at Hooley's after 9:00. Unfortunately, they were out of Guinness. :o

Before we bailed out of there, Brian J challenged me to a game of cricket. We were down to the final bull's eye and I just couldn't hit it no matter how hard I tried. Tim said in his best Groucho Marx voice that "I had to say the magic woids: Day Old Won Tons". Lo and behold, as soon as I said it, I hit the bull's eye.  ;D
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Brian on August 01, 2008, 01:52:26 PM
Quote from: MichaelF (FPIE) on August 01, 2008, 10:22:13 AM
Good show, was nice to finally meet you all.

Thanks, Mike. It was good to meet you too. Thank you for attending; you made some very interesting points during the presentation.

Looking forward to putting together a more comprehensive training class!
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: ellie on August 01, 2008, 02:16:56 PM
I saw the video David took of the presentation. Good job guys! Way to represent. I noticed the audiance was entertained. Great Job!
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Brian on August 01, 2008, 04:13:46 PM
Quote from: PPI Ellie on August 01, 2008, 02:16:56 PM
I saw the video David took of the presentation. Good job guys! Way to represent. I noticed the audiance was entertained. Great Job!

Hi Ellie,

We missed you, Becca and Justine at this presentation. Wish everybody could have been there.  :)
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: ttjoon on August 02, 2008, 12:26:28 AM
Congratulations guys.  Great job!  Hopefully sometime I can actually be there.  I was with you though in spirit!
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: PPI Brian on August 03, 2008, 01:23:22 PM
Hi Tracy,

We missed you too! The presentation went well, and Dave video taped the whole thing in HD.
Title: Re: San Carlos Public Library Presentation of the Paranormal
Post by: ttjoon on August 03, 2008, 01:42:34 PM
Quote from: PPI Brian M on August 03, 2008, 01:23:22 PM
Hi Tracy,

We missed you too! The presentation went well, and Dave video taped the whole thing in HD.

Right on.  I can't wait to see it!