As you may have noticed, we have our online store up and running. It is through cafepress and the stuff is incredible. Look for displays at upcoming shows and get your T-Shirts now. Remember Christmas isn't as far away as you think.

Justin Benoit has formally submitted his resignation to the group. Justin has decided to focus his attentions on the youth group he now leads, his job and his corduroy stock. You regulars know what I'm talking about. As the first and only Canadian to ever be in the group we will miss our Northern connection and all the great jokes we could have at his expense. We wish you well Justin.

Einstein Simplified will be taking a break for the 2002 holiday season. That is to say that there will be no shows on December 24 or December 31. Please take this time to follow our lead and visit your incarcerated relatives and celebrate the holidays however you wish to do so. We will be back in force on January 7, 2003 with Paul Simmons as the emcee and all of you as the crowd. See if you can spot the visiting fan from out of state.

Wow, what a great show of support from our fans, the Knoxville area and Michael Brady Inc., the architect firm that assisted us beyond the call of duty. Kudos to Jacene and friends from MBI, great job and all around wonderful folks. And for those of you who are wondering, yes, it is for real and yes Michael Brady is the same name as Mr. Brady, the architect from the Brady Bunch. No relation. Also their designs are not stuck in the 70's, check out their site and see what we mean. As far as Canstruction goes, Knoxville beat Atlanta for number of cans, number of sculptures and a whole lotta other stuff. Looks like TN can actually beat GA at something.

This year we are collecting cash donations for the Second Harvest Food Bank Canstruction program. We will be building a structure at West Town Mall on November 6th out of cans purchased from your donations. By collecting cash we can purchase more cans through wholesale than if you brought in cans yourself. Please give generously on October 29th and November 5th. Thank you.