“On The Use Of Fictionalized Pragma To Induce Levity” Anne Church, David Van Brink — Aleph Zwei Research Committee ABSTRACT A party is to be held. Times and dates are postulated, with intent for later, reader verification. A conceptual framework is developed which is expected to guide and promote a sense of "fun" or "confusion". Various ersatz scientific themes are utilized in place of their authentic counterparts; this is justified in terms of time saved (with respect to actual research or correlation of data) and a greater compatibility with alternative research methods (i.e. loud music, and mixed "intoxicating" beverages). 0. www.alephzwei.com for late-breaking news 1. Coordinates 1.1 Halloween Costume Party 1.1.1 "Mad Science Fair" 1.2 Saturday, 2000 October 28, 8pm or thereabouts, until thereabouts 1.3 111 Echo Street, Santa Cruz 1.4 The residence of Anne and David 1.5 831.471.2406 / poly@omino.com / ansi@omino.com 2. Experimental Procedure 2.1 Costumes encouraged! 2.1.1 Possible de-shoing required 2.2 Experiments encouraged! We should have various measuring and observation apparatus, and a Wall Of Data upon which to collect these measurements for correlation. I'm going to try to have a Thrasher Microwave, so if there's anything you need to microwave and observe, that experiment is facilitated. 2.3 Prizes for "Best Good Science" and "Best Bad Science" to be awarded. 2.4 A "contamination chamber" leading to the "Filth Room" will be installed and operational. 2.5 A cerebral transfer device will be installed and operational. 3. Invitation 3.1 If you're reading this, you're probably invited! I have sent this to one or two mailing lists where I don't know everyone; if you'd like to come, then, Hell, I'd love to meet you. Drop me a line (poly@omino.com) and we can make sure you get the "special" treatment you expect and deserve. 3.2 We have a goodly bit of crash space possible if needed. If you're traveling from afar (or lay a bit more science on yo ass than is strictly compatible with driving home) then you'll just have to spend the night here. 3.3 If there's someone you need to bring, then bring them you must. 4. Solicitation 4.1. If you've got something you'd like to set up, or show, or perform, that would be great. Let me know so we can arrange properly. 5. On Pheremone Usage 5.1 Human 5.1.1 Allowed 5.1.2 Encouraged 5.2 Feline 5.2.1 Felines will be unavailable during this procedure 5.2.2 However, their pheremone traces *may* still be active! If you are sensitive to this phenomenon, please take any necessary precautions! 6. Conclusion 6.1 TBD! |