The truth about fardingbag

OPEN MIC: Good turnout for open mic -- including several performers -- yea! Phil and Travis stayed around and played a game afterward with the gallery staff. Thanks, guys. And Phil's definition for Fardingbag ruled.

One of the friendly fire department guys showed interest in our selection of juices and sodas. Perhaps he'll come back and check it out further.

COMMENTS: A couple J'ville art-related comments in the newspaper's call-in column yesterday:

“The only good thing about the Gallery Hop is that Noir brings in works by new artists."

"Kyle Horton is the best artist in Jacksonville. His paintings are magical. Others should learn from him."

NEW SIGN: The Noir staff was excited to hear that some friends of the gallery are making us a sign for the empty spot out front. We can't wait to see it.

TONIGHT'S SHOW: Look, somebody besides us thinks tonight's show with Asteria, Roark and Nothing Ever Stays will be good.