Tiki culture isn't very modern, but it's sooo mid-century. Join six members of Portland's Mid-Century Modern Leage as they travel to San Diego for the eighth annual Tiki Oasis event.

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This 24-minute video showcases their experience, including the live music, burlesque, fashion and lush tropical settings of the country's biggest and best tiki confab. Our camera crew couldn't attend all the events–the symposiums, vending, book signings, room parties, dance party, zombie movie, and many of the performances. But we did capture enough to demonstrate the rich flavor and energy of the weekend and celebrate the revival of tiki culture in the U.S.

We're hoping this mini-movie inspires you to attend the event next year. We'll definitely be at Tiki Oasis 9, representing the MCM League, and we want you all to come with us and join the party! As the 2009 event approaches, we'll post coordination details, so stay tuned!

Rated PG for:

• Adult themes (cocktailing and use of the word "hooch")
• Partial nudity (don't get excited…no nipples are showing)
• Live flesh piercing demonstration (eeew…gross!)

Video produced by Greg Clapp.

For more information about Tiki Oasis 9, visit tikioasis.com.

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In addition to the new advertisement for the MCMLeague in the fall edition of Atomic Ranch Magazine (page 58), there is an article called "Working Class Heroes" in which the League's President Austin and Treasurer Marci have their house featured! There is a great article with many witty and informative comments from them. Keep your eyes out on the news stands for the new copies, or get yourself a subscription if you haven't already - it's truly a mid century marvel!

You can see photos of Marci & Austin's Place in our Gallery, as well as some of our other member's homes.

Thanks to Bruno over at Curbly for submitting this link:

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