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More recession creativity: The New York Times is reporting on non-profit groups like Take Back the Land who, as acts of civil disobedience, are brazenly, in daylight, moving homeless families into foreclosed homes. This is typically happening in poorer neighborhoods of Miami and Atlanta where neighbors don't tend to mind, but maybe Gavin might want to get in on some of this action. He likes a good civilly disobedient PR opportunity.

We're not sure how much we buy into shopping as the panacea for economic woes, but it sure is fun. Two of our favorite shopping events of the year are upon us. Tonight get your fix of local DIY craftiness at the ReadyMade Magazine's Winter Ball and Craft Show. It runs 6:30-9:30 at the Verdi Club (2424 Mariposa St). Expect Indie radness, extreme craftiness, reasonable prices and a cash bar.