My Tivo is Changing...Fall TV Report!

Hello to you!

Whenever the fall television season starts up, I always add a bunch of new shows to the TiVo to see if I will fall in love with them and want to continue watching, or whether they will be a big waste of time. 

In the past few weeks, my TiVo has been backed up, as I record more than I have time to watch!  However, this past week I have been able to get completely caught up, thanks to all the 'lounging' time I have done a couple of days before running the Chicago Marathon and a couple days after while recovering.

Speaking of the marathon, I was able to finish the entire thing running!  YAY!  Even though I was cramping up pretty bad in the last couple of miles, I still finished with a pretty decent time of 3:38:25.  YES! 

But anyway...

Here are my thoughts on television this season...

I should first start with my FAVORITE new shows:

Modern Family - ABC

Cougar Town - ABC

FlashForward - ABC

I guess ABC wins, in my opinion, for best new programming!  All three of these shows have me hooked!  Modern Family and Cougar Town are so ridiculously funny, the kind of laugh out loud funny that I want from a sitcom.  And there is no laugh track that tells you when you are supposed to laugh, letting you decide what's really funny!  OOH...I love these shows!

FlashForward is a great mystery.  Very fast moving, and the characters are engaging.  The individual storylines mesh very well into the big picture.  I can't wait for this week's episode!

Now...

Shows that I have REMOVED from my TiVo...

I was excited about the remake of Melrose Place.  The very first episode was great.  I liked the idea behind the murder mystery, but then the second and third episodes were dull.  They were so slow moving, and I found that I really just didn't care about any of the characters.  Therefore, DELETE.

Gossip Girl - Now, i know that some of you are ready to shoot me in the head over this, but I've just lost interest.  I do enjoy the show, but I guess I just got tired of watching people make such irresponsible choices, and then act like they didn't know the consequences were coming. DELETE.

Heroes - I used to really like Heroes.  I was attached to the first season, even though it would get slightly confusing at times.  However, since then, the show has gotten WAY confusing...and there is too much going on, with too many characters.  And, if you miss a week, then you might as well just hang it up trying to get caught up.  DELETE.

America's Next Top Model - I used to enjoy this show in the past, but Tyra and her group of weirdos have made this unwatchable for me.  None of the models who win ever become 'top' models, and when I heard that this season was all girls under 5'7, please...gimme a break!  DELETE.

And my GUILTY PLEASURES are:

Shark Tank on ABC is a great new show!  I am addicted to watching people come in with their ideas and either getting shot down, or walk away with the potential to make millions!  LOVE IT!

The Real Housewives of Atlanta - I can't get enough!  Don't be Tardy for the Party!  Enough said...

Glee - I really enjoy how lighthearted 'Glee' is.  Such a feel-good show, that finds a way to touch at your emotions.  I like it...I can't say that I 'love' it yet, but i really do enjoy the mindless television fun.

My RETURNING FAVORITES are:

Desperate Housewives - I STILL love the gals on Wisteria Lane, and if you stopped watching, then you missed an excellent last season...and a great beginning to this season!

Ghost Whisperer - Yes...I do love me some ghost mysteries!  Jennifer Love Hewitt is beautiful, and even though there is an underlying storyline, you don't have to follow it.  You can jump in whenever you want for a good scare.

Brothers & Sisters - The disfunctionality of the Walker family is what gives them their charm.  Nobody has a perfect family, no matter how hard you may try to make it look like you do.  And...Sally Field can play any role and make it totally believable.

Project Runway - Lifetime, you have done a great job.  Designers, Make it work!

And of course, some DISAPPOINTMENTS:

So You Think You Can Dance - Enough with the auditions already!  Geesh.  I feel like we are going on our 5th week of auditions.  They are NOT that exciting.  I wish the show would actually just choose the dancers and start the season with the Top 20.  OR...just skip the auditions altogether and have a TOP 25, or 30.  I would rather watch that then more auditions.  I have to admit, its not so bad in the summer when there isn't much else on.  I don't like SYTYCD as a fall program.

CBS as a network - Hey CBS, you are not fooling any of us!  Your shows are all the same!  How many crime dramas can a person take?  Your whole programming is CSI, CSI Miami, NCIS, NCIS Los Angeles, Cold Case, Criminal Minds, Numbers, etc....   Gimme a break!  It's basically all the same shows with different lead characters.

And finally, LOOKING FORWARD TO:

V - I remember watching the original miniseries back when I was a kid.  It scared me, yet intrigued me.  I really hope that ABC does justice to the remake, which starts up in a couple of weeks.

I guess ABC wins this year, for me!  I would say that the majority of the shows I TiVo are on this network. 

But of course...all of this is just my humble opinion.  

Things to do at a Drive-Thru Window

1. Say "Amen" after you say your order.

2. Order a large cheese pizza.

3. Terminate the order by saying, "Remember, we never had this conversation." and then drive off.

4. Tell the order taker a rival fast food place is down the street and you're going with the lowest bidder.

5. When you take your order say "surprise me!"

6. Spell out your order.

7. Change your accent every three seconds.

8. Ask to rent a burger.

9. After ordering say "and once your done throw it out and do it again cuz you won't get it right the first time!"

10. Start your order with "I'd like. . . ". A little later, slap yourself and say "No, I don't."

11. Ask if there is a warrantee on your meal.

12. Order with the radio turned up at full blast.

13. Ask if you get to keep the bag. When they say "yes" start crying with happiness and call your whole family to tell them the big news.

14.  Imitate the order taker's voice.

15. Amuse the order taker with little-known facts about country music.

16. Ask if they have any idea what is at stake with this meal.

17. Doze off in the middle of the order, catch yourself, and say "Where was I? Who are you?"

18. Ask for the guy who took your order last time.

19. Take a picture of the person at the window.

20. Hand the person at the window a box of pizza and say, "that will be $7.95

21. If he/she suggests anything, adamantly declare, "I shall not be swayed by your sweet words."

22. Start the conversation with "My order at McDonalds, Take 1, and ... action!"

23. When they repeat your order, say "Again, with a little more OOMPH this time."

24. When you'ge given the price, say "Ooooooo, that sounds complicated. I hate math."

25. When they say "Will that be all?", snicker and say "We'll find out, won't we?"

26. Wear a detective suit and pass the person at the window a briefcase and then drive off.

27. Don't say a word.  Just stare.

28. Add "Mc" to the beginning of everything you say.

29. Ask for chicken nuggets without the chicken.

30. Ask them how many fries do you get in a Large.

31. When you get to the food window make sure you are facing directly forwards, say nothing, have a creepy grin on your face, and then slowly rotate your head to face the server. Take the food calmly, slowly rotate your head back, still grinning, then drive off

Marathon MADNESS!

Ok, I apologize for the lack of posts this week.  However, I am very grateful to all of you who noticed, and have been asking me for a new posting.  :)

I guess it's because I've only got one main thing on my mind this week...and that's REDEMPTION!

It's like when an opponent beats you. all you are focused on is coming back and whipping his ass!  That's my relationship with the Chicago Marathon this year.

Last year, the 80 degree temps kicked my butt, causing me to cramp up and dehydrate.  Even though I still finished it, I am focused on kicking some major marathon booty this year!!!

And by kicking it's ass...I mean, hoping to wobble across the finish line eventually.  hahahaha!

Did you know that hottie Ryan Reynolds ran the New York Marathon last year?

Anyway...

They say that the first half of any race is run with one's body, and the second half with the mind.  I am DEFINITELY counting on this being true this year, as I am not sure how long my legs are going to hold up!

So, if you see me around the end of the race, and I look delusional...then please feel free to slap me silly, and snap me back into it!  LOL!

However...there is NO CHANCE of me quitting!  They would have to drag me off the course unconscious...and then some!

'Paul...why do you run these long races?', many of you have asked....

Well, I have to be careful discussing this because it could come across sounding very pretentious.  I started off thinking that if I could run long distances that I could always be in this Zen state, able to bring peace to the world!  Sure, i do feel like it has made me a better person, but in many ways I am still the same old punk that I've always been.

I realize that to many of you, running is a miserable 2-3 miles motivated only by fitting into those size 29 waist jeans!

I COMPLETELY understand that!  I love pizza.  I love ice cream...i don't want to get fat.  Isn't that why many of us started in the first place?   :)
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I also run because:
     - My legs are starting to look really nice!
     - I have a subscription to Runner's World magazine. (might as well put it to use...)
     - Ryan Reynolds did it. (B'okay!)
     - My close friend Tony does.  He's really nice.
     - Buying new shoes every few months makes me really happy
     -I like regularly seeing that old man who sits by Montrose harbor and waves at me.

But also because:
     - Who doesn't want to do something extraordinary?
     - It helps me to forget about what a loser I really am.
     - Once you cross the finish line, it can't be retracted.  You officially made it!

Ok!

Here's a list of the other people that I know for sure are running the 2009 Chicago marathon as well.  Perhaps you know them:

Tony Verzino
Ben Zumsteg
Daniel Tabib
Jake Stigers
Michael Newcomb
Sarah Altman
Michael Mowers
Aaron DeWinter Williams
Josh Bray

We would all love it if you came out to support us.  So, if you are free...the race starts at 7:30 downtown, and will be winding through 29 different Chicago neighborhoods.  Click here for the course map. 

There is a post-race party with food, drinks and live bands, so if you would like to meet any of us at the finish line, that would RULE!

If you aren't able to make it to watch the race, you can still track any of us by getting updates either through email or as text messages of where we are on the course when we hit certain splits.  Click here to sign up for runner tracking.

3 days to go...Let's do this!

Sweet Videos to Brighten your Monday!

Hello and welcome to a new week!

Every once in a while, a nice, fun, light video is all you need to see to help brighten your day!  So, in order to start your week out on the right foot, I have 2 WONDERFUL videos for you. 

You may think they are normal 'whatever' videos, but when you are done watching them...I promise that you will be smiling a little bigger on the inside!  :)

Video #1

I know that many of us are sick of hearing, "I Gotta Feeling" by the Black Eyed Peas, but you will like and appreciate all the hard work that these students put into making this video. 





Video #2

It's funny how something so stupid as watching a biker High-Five people who are hailing cabs, can really make your day!  This video is so dumb that its great. 

Enjoy!

Are You Feeling Smart Yet?

Question:  If you could live forever, would you and why?

Answer:  "I would not live forever, because we should not live forever, because if we were supposed to live forever, then we would live forever, but we cannot live forever, which is why I would not live forever."

Miss America 1995

Heather Whitestone

"Whenever I watch TV and see those poor starving kids all over the world, I

cant help but cry.  I mean I'd love to be skinny like that, but not

with all those flies and death and stuff."

Mariah Carey

"Smoking kills.  If you're killed, you've lost a very important part of your life,"

(During an interview to become spokesperson

for federal anti-smoking campaign.)

Brooke Shields

"If we don't succeed, we run the risk of failure."

former President

Bill Clinton

"Half this game is ninety percent mental."

Philadelphia Phillies Manager

Danny Ozark

"It isn't pollution that's harming the environment.  It's the impurities in our air and water that are doing it."

ex-Vice President

Al Gore

"Can I Get a Boniva?"

"Don't Threaten ME with a good time!"

Blogger Extraordinare

Paul Benjamin

"I've never had major knee surgery on any other part of my body."

University of Kentucky Basketball Forward

Winston Bennett

"We don't necessarily discriminate.  We simply

exclude certain types of people."

ROTC Instructor

Colonel Gerald Wellman

"The word 'genius' isn't applicable in football.  A genius

is a guy like Norman Einstein."

NFL Quarterback

Joe Theisman

"Outside of the killings, Washington has one of the lowest

crime rates in the country."

Washington DC Mayor

Marion Barry

"That lowdown scoundrel deserves to be kicked to death

by a jackass, and I'm just the one to do it."

A congressional candidate in Texas

"Your food stamps will be stopped effective

March 1992 because we received notice that

you passed away.  May God bless you.  You may

reapply if there is a change in your circumstances."

Greeneville, South Carolina

Department of Social Services

I Can Almost See It...

As many of you know, I injured my knee a couple of weeks ago.  Officially, it is a lateral ligament sprain.   Many of you also know that I am a runner, and I am planning on running the Chicago Marathon in less than 2 weeks.

This injury couldn't have come at a worse time. 

I have been busy, focusing on rehabilating my knee...constantly icing it, 'BenGay'ing it, wearing a brace, stretching it, doing the proper therapy exercises, etc...

Rehabbing is harder than actually training for the marathon!  Geesh!

Every time I apply pressure on my right leg, I feel the pain.  I am seeing some improvement; however, I am now down to 10 days away.  Ten days til the marathon...and I am starting to lose hope. 

I have been very patient, and it's been hard.  I want to get out there and start running again, to prove I can do it.  But i know I shouldn't. 

I'm not giving up hope completely.  I am still planning on completing this marathon!  It may take me forever, and I may have to walk most of it, but I haven't trained all summer for nothing.

Last year, I learned a lot about myself while training for the marathon. 
This year, in the last couple of weeks I am learning even MORE about myself having to train through this...

In the words of the great philospher...Miley Cyrus:

"Ain't about how fast I get there.  Ain't about what's waiting on the other side...
It's the Climb."

I'm sure that many of you are thinking, "Big Deal, Paul.  It's just another race..."

To some people, it may be.  But not to me. 

You see, I started running a few years back because I was dealing with bouts of depression.  When I would start to feel pretty low, I would go for a run, and then it seemed like I could solve all of my toughest problems in my head. 

Running releases endorphins.  I know that running has kept me sane, kept me going.

Two years ago, I made a goal for myself that I would be able to complete a marathon.  I did it last year...and in the process I discovered a newfound confidence, a self-worth that I didn't have before.  It has become my therapy...

So, you can imagine how awful these past 2 weeks have been, not being able to run at all.  I am pretty discouraged, yet have tried to hang on to some hope that my knee will heal itself.

I know it will heal eventually...but I am running out of time.  10 days to go...

"I can almost see it. That dream I'm dreaming, but
There's a voice inside my head saying, you'll never reach it"

At this point, I am hoping for a miracle.

I grew up very religious, very spiritual, but i admit that I have sort of come to this conclusion in recent years that religion is all a bunch of baloney.  I don't really even know if I believe that there is a God anymore, and that the bible is full of bogus stories.

However, at this point, I am not above trying a little prayer.  If miracles are possible, then  I really hope that I get one...

So if you believe in miracles, or the power or prayer...can you please say a little prayer for my leg to heal?  I am trying to keep an open mind here.

I am really hoping that in the next 10 days, my knee heals up enough...and that my legs will be really fresh and I can still finish with a great time.  You never know...

Which means I CAN'T give up yet.  I will still keep rehabbing...I will still keep eating well and stretching...

I am Proving something to myself here!  Proving how strong I really am.  Proving that I can conquer adversity.

"The struggles I'm facing.  The chances I'm taking
Sometimes might knock me down, but...No I'm not breaking.

I may not know it, but these are the moments that
I'm gonna remember most
I've just gotta keep going"

Now, if you'll excuse me,  I need to apply some more BenGay...   :)

That is NOT garbage!!!

On a daily basis, I have some pretty interesting Gchat sessions with many of you! 

Some are funny, some are mundane, and some are just plain Ridiculous!  (and those happen to be some of my favorites!)

Here is a chat from yesterday, where a good friend of mine shared a funny story with me.  For purposes of not giving away his identity, I am going to call him "Chris."

Chris:  I have to tell you a story.

Me:  Hi Chris!

Chris:  Ok. So guess what happened on the train this morning? 

Me:  You sh*t your pants?

Chris:  No!

Me:  oh...

Chris:  I was sitting down and had 2 bags with me.  I had my eyes closed and my ipod going.

One of my bags was more like a grocery bag that was open at the top.  I was getting close to my stop and opened my eyes.

The guy standing in front of me dropped a balled up piece of paper in my bag!  JERK!  I gave him a dirty look, like 'what the hell...why are you throwing trash in my bag?' 

And guess what?

Me:  WHAT???

Chris:  It was his phone number!
LOL!

Me:  oh.
OH!
wow...I would've thought it was trash too.
Can I write this story on my blog tomorrow?

Chris:  haha.  By all means
but don't use my name

Me:  That is really funny.  I won't use your name.
But you better check Craigslist missed connections tonight!  :)

Chris:  I don't want everyone to get really jealous that i was given a phone number.  LOL!

Me:  haha
What did the guy look like?  was he cute?

Chris:  that is exactly what my boyfriend asked me when I told him the story. 
He was cute.  but not really my type.
I mean, he was young and hip  LOL

Me:  oh, i see

Chris:  and had a cute face

Me:  how old did he look?

Chris:  but I think my boyfriend would have liked his look more than me. 
he looked to be mid 20s

Me:  oh, so then he looked like you!  :)
Did you notice him staring at you at all before dropping his # in your bag?

Chris:  Well, no because I had my eyes closed the entire time I was riding the train
so I guess he was watching me faux sleep

Me:  I guess he was!

Chris:  I don't know whether to be flattered or to be scared that someone was watching me pretend to sleep.

Me:  So...you're gonna call him, right?

Chris:  NO!

Me:  kidding...

Chris:  LOL

Me:  You at least saved the number, right?

Chris:  PAUL!  NO!!!

Do you KANGOO?

What a workout!

Last night, my pals Stephen, Rich and I had the pleasure of attending a Kangoo jumps fitness class at Crunch Gym. The class was hosted by fitness instructor/personal trainer Mario Jone't Green, and I have to tell you...it was not exactly what I expected.

But nonetheless...it was a great time!

PaulBenjamin, what are Kangoo jumps?

Well, they are safe, low impact rebound sport shoes, providing many great health benefits, for everyone, any age.

Mario is a GREAT trainer, as he kept the class fun, kept it moving, and made sure we were sweating our butts off!

I was just expecting to show up and bounce around for a little bit, but the class was an entire hour long!

I have to tell you...I was a little concerned because I injured my knee last weekend. I haven't been able to go for a run in about a week, and I was thinking that I wouldn't be able to complete the entire class due to my bum knee.

But the Kangoo jumps were a great workout for me! Because of the low-impact bouncing effect, I was able to complete the entire high-intensity class with no strain to my knee.

And did I mention that I sweat like crazy??

Basically, we learned the moves one by one, and then combined them all together into a routine.

I'm not going to lie...There were a couple of moves that I couldn't quite grasp; and there were a few moments throughout the routine where I just spaced out, causing me to get lost. That's when I decided to just jump in place and pretend like I wasn't mentally challenged. :)

I'd like to think that I just created some NEW moves...

Mario, feel free to use these in your next class! HAHA!

However Rich and Stephen were phenomenal, as if they had done this before! They were jumping around, picking up all the moves with ease.

Bastards!

Mario is one of the pioneers of the Kangoo Jumps movement, as he has been 'the face' of this type of exercise here in Chicago. The Chicago Tribune/Metromix named his 'Kangoo Jumps' class at Crunch Gym one of "Chicago's Best Workouts" Summer 2008. He was also a presenter at the Kangoo Jumps International Fitness Festival this year in Spain!

So basically, you need to try this!

If you already have, then you know what I mean.

They are not hard to stand up in, as you stay upright (you WON'T fall over!), while also helping out your balance. They were designed to make you stand up straight, which not only helps your posture, but builds your core muscles.

SO, DO IT!

If you are a member of Crunch gym, then check out this class. If you are not, but still want to try it, then just get in touch with Mario and he will hook you up to attend a session!

And i highly recommend it for anyone who experiences joint pain.

I feel like I burned off a TON of calories...or at least sweat them out!

If you are interested in trying out the class, or for more information, please visit Mario's website, MarioTheTrainer.com.

Or...just let me know. I might just go back with you to do it again!

October means...HAUNTED HOUSES!!!

Ok...now I am getting REALLY excited!


I am a HUGE fan of Haunted Houses. Actually, I am a huge fan of Halloween in general...always have been!

I'm more excited than a fat guy at a buffet!

Every year, my friend Rich and I scope out the Chicagoland area haunted houses and try to find the absolute scariest ones to attend!

And this year will be NO different!

Our first stop this season will be a visit to the Statesville Haunted Prison. OOooooooh! I hope I get the BeJeebuz scared out of me!!!

See, the thing is...I rarely REALLY get scared, so I need a GOOD haunted house. When walking through with a group, I like to be first because at least I will get those initial scares of the people jumping out at you.

Ooh...So excited!!!

Last year, I brought along a friend (who I will not name, but I should because it's hilarious!) who was completely FREAKED out the entire time. I have to say...it was adorable. It was so funny to watch him scream like a little girl, and he clung to my arm so tightly that I was bruised the next day!

We will also be attending Reaper's Realm once again. This is a very good haunted house, and quite long. You get your money's worth!

Ok, so Here's the scariest moment I ever had in a haunted house:

We were walking through a dark room with a whole group of about 30 people. It was pitch black, so we couldnt see anything. All of a sudden, all the lights come on, and we are looking at each other like, "What's Going on?" We stood there for about 2 minutes, when all of a sudden a guy dressed in regular clothes and holding a walkie talkie comes through the door. He had a very worried look on his face, and was talking into his handset.

Then, he announces pretty calmly, "Sorry for the delay everyone. There has been an accident and if we could just get your cooperation, we are just waiting for the ambulance to come. It should only take a few minutes..."

So, we are all slightly concerned, hoping that nobody really got hurt too bad. Then, over the walkie talkie, we hear "We are not able to locate the gunman yet, but he is still on the premises..."

WTF??? Someone got shot!

Then another 'employee' walks through the door with a warning. "I hate to inform you guys, but there has been a shooting tonight, someone has a gun and for your safety..."

Then all of a sudden, the door is thrown back with massive force, and a guy with a gun is in our room, and fires a shot! We all duck, right as the lights all go out!

Of course it was a blank, and then the scary haunted house lights come back on, and we are told to keep moving...

I tell ya...I saw my life flash before me.

That was the scariest sh*t I had ever experienced!

But what a thrill!
I can't wait to go back for more!!!

So, are YOU excited about haunted houses? Do you get really freaked out? If so, then I want you to come with me! HAHA! I get a huge kick out of watching scaredy cats!

EXCLUSIVE: Scarlet Bar is RE-OPENING!

Good news, all!

I know it's been a long wait, but guess what: One of our favorite bars, SCARLET, is about to re-OPEN and be ready for business!

I KNOW!...Pretty exciting stuff, right?

As you all know, there was an unfortunate fire back in February that took out our neighborhood bar right when it was hitting its peak.

It seems like EVERYONE was there that Thursday night before, so it was quite the shock to wake up the next morning and hear that the bar was on fire!...realizing that just a few hours earlier, we were in there having a wonderful time!

But alas, we are merely days away from being able to enjoy this great establishment once again!

So PaulBenjamin, what makes Scarlet such a great place?

Well...first of all, there seems to be something for everyone! With the various theme nights throughout the week, you will find a different crowd of people. Second, the bartenders are very down-to-earth & friendly; they will not look their nose down at you. The bar, in general, is a very non-pretentious place. In fact, you can feel the positive vibe from the moment you walk in the door!

According to bar owner, Paul Cannella, he wants Scarlet to be a place where "any patron should be welcome to feel like they fit in."

AWESOME!

I had the priviledge of meeting with Paul C. to get a walk through of the bar, to see it's new layout. You will be very pleased with the new design. Not only does the bar have new furniture for its seating areas (including LONG couches to seat your entire group of friends!), there is also much more space to gather around on those busy weekend nights.

And I gotta tell ya...This bar has got PLANS, y'all!

Listen to this: Scarlet will be beginning Liquid Brunch Sundays! According to Paul C., Scarlet will be offering $12 Champagne bottles...and complimentary milk & small cereal boxes. The bartenders will be dressed in Pajamas/Robes. What a GREAT idea! This way, when you are waking up on sunday morning from your 'trick's' house, you can take your 'Walk of Shame' right to Scarlet, messy hair and all, and fit right in, looking like you just woke up!

Monday Art Nights are back as well! Host Adam Guerino will be heading up a variety of events that include: viewing of Film shorts, Local artists showing up, Live music/bands performing, etc. Sounds delish!

Wednesday nights will have a "Downtown" feel. Scarlet is partnering with TimeOut Chicago to bring in some Bigger-name DJs, offering bottle service, and making it a nice alternative for a place to bring your friends/coworkers and still feel like you are in a downtown club.

THURSDAYS...I don't even have to tell you, because you all know what Thursday is already, right? :)

That's right...It's the return of the original Frat House party. The night where we all show up and play Flip Cup and Beer Pong until the bar closes and the night has gotten away! I know other bars had tried to capitalize on this while Scarlet was out of commission, but our hearts just weren't in it. Welcome back, Scarlet!

The First Ward Ball will be moving from Sunday nights to Friday Nights, so look for weekly information detailing what the various theme nights will be that week. So much fun! The First Ward Ball, if you haven't been to one, is a 'Full-on-PARTY!'

AND...a cool new idea...Scarlet will be opening up around 2pm daily (Monday-Friday) serving as sort of a Cafe/Coffee shop. Adam Guerino will also be heading this up, and will offer a select few coffee varieties, making this a new place to meetup with that friend you haven't seen in a while, or plan to meet a business associate. Instead of going to a coffee shop and getting 'shushed' by the people studying next to you, NOW you have a place to come and just chat away!

NOTE TO OTHER BARS IN THE 'HOOD: If you steal any of these ideas in the next couple of days before Scarlet officially opens, I will make sure everyone knows you are a THIEF and publicly write about your BAD business habits for everyone to see... Consider this your warning... :)

So...GET READY! Our fun hangout is back!

Keep your eyes posted for the official opening, and please visit Scarlet to show your support to them after this time of recovery! You will have a great time in the process.