Hi folks!  Since I’m still on the road during the time that this newsletter is put together, I’ve asked a great friend and fellow Moose Camp staff member, Sweet Connie, to write December’s article.  Last month, her clown alley had a wonderful opportunity to put their Moose Camp training to use in a whole different way. I knew it would provide a great example of how you can use your clowning skills in a totally new dimension!  Bravo, Bricktown Clown Alley, Bravo!

Pricilla

Foolin’ with the Philharmonic 

Greetings from Oklahoma!  Tricia asked me to share with you the INCREDIBLE experience the Bricktown Clown Alley Officers just had with the OKC Philharmonic on November 2, 2008. 

The general manager of the OKC Philharmonic Orchestra contacted me the end of September and asked if we could provide them with some “clowns” for their upcoming kids’ concert with a circus theme.  Of course I said “YES!” and then called the alley officers together for a pow-wow.  Three of the officers have attended Moose Camp so I knew if we all put our heads together; we could come up with something absolutely incredible.

Standing with conductor Bob Moody are Ron, Angie, Michele and Connie 
 

So, after I received a CD of the music, we brainstormed ideas & decided that the BEST skit/routine for the four minute selection entitled “Dance of the Buffoons” would be Moose Camp’s very own DETOUR!  I placed a call to Tricia for the dimensions of the Detour sign and she gave me the GREAT idea to have a user friendly sign – one that could easily break down & transport and had more than one use.  We came up with a PVC pipe frame & covered it with orange fabric with black lettering.  The lining would be black & could later double as a puppet stage.  SWEET!

Second piece we performed to was the “Sabre Dance” and the routine involved Angie, Michele and me taking turns juggling silk scarves and when it came Ron’s turn to juggle, he tried to remove his gloves & then produced Tricia’s long glove.  Loads of fun!

Final number was a March, “Love of the Three Oranges” and we performed a little comedy routine with the orchestra’s mascot, a Penguin named Phil. 

We also did a 50 minute “meet & greet” set in the lobby of the Civic Center prior to the performance and gave the kids free bubble baths, passed out stickers, and had lots of photo-ops with the audience.   After the performance, we all made our way back to the lobby for good-bys and answered lots of questions such as “Where did you go behind the sign” and “Where did you get those shopping bags?”   

We’ve been invited back in March for Phil the Penguin’s Birthday concert.  We can’t wait!  Woo-hoo! 

Connie Kennedy "Mizz Clown"

MOOSE  CAMP  MONEY! 

Have you been dreaming about the chance to go to Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp, but just can’t scrape the money together?  Well, luckily for you, there are plenty of opportunities for financial aide!   

Ralph Pounder Memorial Scholarship

• Sponsored by Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp
• Amount: $350 each (at least 7 scholarships available!)
• Download application here and read more about it here.
• Deadline: February 1^st

Bo Dino Scholarship

• Sponsored by World Clown Association
• Download application here and read more about it here.
• Deadline: February 1^st

COAI Education Scholarship

• Sponsored by Clowns of America International
• Download application and read more about it here.
• Deadline: March 1^st

Aside from the three scholarships listed above, there are other avenues for finding funds.  Be creative!  Ask if your clown club has a sponsored program or matching funds support.  Perhaps your clown club would be willing to hold a bake sale or fundraiser to help send you to Moose Camp.  Does your local chapter of ISCA (Shriners) offer a scholarship? Ask your family and friends for “Moose Money” for Christmas gifts this year. 

Do you do clowning with hospitals or fire safety programs?  Ask your program director if there are funds available for professional education/training.  If not, urge them to start one!

Is clowning your main source of income and do you belong to your local Chamber of Commerce?  Perhaps they have a grant they give to local business owners for improvements to their company – hey, what better investment for your business could you make than a week of training at Moose Camp?  Maybe they have a low-interest loan for folks who own their own business – you never know until you ask! 

Good luck and we’ll see you this summer! 

Mooseburger Clown Arts Camp July 28 – August 2, 2009

In Buffalo, MN

Check it out online: www.mooseburger.com 

If you would like us to send you an email full of information (packing list, travel arrangements, registration options, etc.), simply send a request to katie@mooseburger.com with the subject “Moose Camp Info, please!” 
 

IN THE NEWS… 

Western Region Clown Association

We had a great time in Laughlin, Nevada for the WRCA Convention last month.  It was so good to see you all – thanks for stopping by my room and visiting!  The comic movement class was held in a big room with a giant mirror – perfect for looking back at your funny faces and poses!  Here are photos of a few of my classes and the pirate party.

Where in the World is Pricilla? 

For those who are curious to find out where I will be this year, here is the list (so far): 

January 16 - 18, 2009: North East Clown Institute

Location: Radisson Plymouth Harbor Hotel, Plymouth Massachusetts

Pricilla’s Participation: Vending and Teaching

Event info: Dave Newcomb, 508-653-6857, david.newcomb@comcast.net

Website: www.clowninstitute.org  

February 3 - 6 2009: Arizona Fire and Burn Educators Conference

Location: Bullhead City, AZ

Pricilla’s Participation: Vending and Teaching

Contact information: Keith Tanner, 623-217-8046, keith-tanja@cox.net 

March 15 - 20, 2009: World Clown Assoc. International Convention

Location: The Renaissance in Denver, Colorado

Pricilla’s Participation: Vending and Teaching

Contact info: www.worldclown.com, 1-800-336-7922

April 21- 26, 2009: Clowns of America International Convention

Location:  Holiday Inn in Clarksville, Indiana

Participation: Vending and Teaching

Website: www.inkyclowns.com/convention  

May 15 - 17, 2009: Clown Town

Location: Grove City, Ohio

Pricilla’s Participation: Vending. Teaching, Performing

Website: www.clowntown.org/2009/CTframe.html  

June 9 - 14, 2009: Red Skelton Festival & School

Location: Vincennes, Indiana

Pricilla’s Participation: Vending, Teaching, Performing

Websites: www.redskeltonfestival.com and www.redskeltonclownschool.com  

October 7 - 11, 2009: Midwest Clown Round-up

Location: Holiday Inn South in Lansing, Michigan

Pricilla’s Participation: Vending, Teaching, Performing

Website: www.midwestclowns.net  

PSSST!  Hey, you can also find out – at any given hour of the day – where I am and what’s going on in Mooseland by visiting our online calendar here. Don’t wait too long to register for these great events.  I’ll see you soon in the dealer’s room and at my classes! 

NEW Items! 

THANK YOU to all the readers who sent in their votes last month for their favorite wig.  Click here for the link to November’s newsletter in case you missed it.   Can you believe it?!  We had a 3 WAY TIE for the #1 spot: 

“Spiky” Wig  $23.00 Rock star?  Clown mullet?  Video game character?  Call it whatever you want, this fun wig is simple and muss-free.  Gel-coated top makes it super pointy!  Great alternative style for men who don’t want a big curly wig. Comes in 7 colors: Fuchsia (shown), Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Royal Blue, and Regular Purple.

“Wispy” Wig  $32.00 What a diva! This deluxe wig has lots of loose curly waves.  Looks kinda like Marilyn Monroe, doesn’t it?  There are no annoying bangs to get in your eyes, and the short length means it won’t get matted quickly.  A cute look would be to pull some strands up into perky pom-pom ponytails on top.  Or, style the front strands into little braids and secure them in back with a big fun bow. Comes in 9 colors: Red, Orange, Yellow, Apple Green, Sky Blue, Royal Blue, Light Purple, Regular Purple, and Hot Pink.

“Lil Lucy” Wig  $20.00 Cute as a button!  This adorable wig has a little flip at the ends and curved bangs.  You may need to trim the bangs before you wear it, just in case they hang in your makeup.

All three of these wigs will now be added to our online shopping cart.  They will be “Special Order” wigs for a short trial period and then -- depending on how popular they become -- we will make them regular stock items.  Just in case you’re wondering, “Special Order” means that an item is not normally in stock (figure about 7 – 10 days transit time), and it does not qualify for a return or an exchange. 

Thanks again for your help in making decisions and bringing new items to Pricilla Mooseburger Originals.  We appreciate you exercising your patriotic duty to vote! 
 
 

SALES! 

SAVE $100 on this new 5-Piece Men’s Outfit!

We designed this handsome pedestrian-style (“Lite Auguste”) clown costume a while back, but folks seemed to have passed it over in favor of the brighter primary-colored items on our rack.  And what a shame that is!  Well, now YOU can pick up the great deal that passed right under their noses.  You can have this sturdy, sharp-looking suit for a fraction of the cost AND we’ll give you FREE Shipping & Handling* to boot! 

Sale includes: Line Plaid Pants, Black Button-on Suspenders, Cream Short-Sleeve Shirt, Plaid and Black Lined Vest, and Snap-on Bow Tie.  Entirely machine washable. The pants are really high-waisted, which means it will prevent a gap of white shirt showing between the vest and pants, but it also gives it a funny nerdy look.  Great for a character clown who is a stuffy know-it-all or an upper-crust twit – doctors, professors, golfers, or any character clown who enjoys wearing a snazzy suit!

DETAILS:

• Poly-Cotton Blend Plaid of Chestnut Brown, Olive Green, and Black is completely machine washable.
• Vest has 6 pockets (2 outside, 4 inside); Pants have 5 pockets (4 outside, 1 security inside).
• Easy Velcro front opening for shirt and vest; Zipper fly for pants.
• Vest is Plaid in the front and Black in the back; features cloth ties in the back to give a more fitted look.
• Suspenders are buttoned-on, so your pants stay up and the waist-band lasts longer.
• Short-sleeved for indoor Winter performances and outdoor Summer performances.  Keep your cool!
• Shirt has brown satin trim on sleeve hems and collar edges – very dressy.
• Big sturdy plastic buttons have a faux wood finish – great detail!

 

MEASUREMENTS: If your body matches these dimensions, then this outfit will fit you and still leave some wiggle room for stuffing the pockets with great gizmos and props

• Neck: 17 – 19”
• Chest: 44 – 47”
• Belly/Waist: 42 – 45”
• Hips: 43 – 45”
• Outseam: 48”
• Inseam: 32”

PRICE: $250  (was originally priced at $350 – that’s over 25% off!)

And you get FREE Shipping & Handling on your entire order if you add this costume to your order!  You can’t beat that!   

Do you think this suit will “suit” you?  Only one of a kind in stock!  Call us now to purchase this professional clown costume and add some pizzazz to your working wardrobe: 800-973-6277.  First one to call us wins!

* TERMS & CONDITIONS:

1. FREE Shipping & Handling is good only to addresses within the United States.  Order will be shipped by U.S. Parcel Post or First Class, depending on weight and destination.
2. There are no refunds or exchanges on this clearance item. Sale is final.

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MORE  DECEMBER  SALES! 

You will find these four FREE SHIPPING deals on our Clearance Page – click here to see Pricilla’s Picks!  

Green & Red Striped Socks  --  $8.00 (was $9.50) $1.50 off AND you get FREE Shipping – what better deal could you ask for?! One size fits most.  Reaches all the way to the knee.  Has a durable sweat-sock bottom, striped all the way to the toe. Please note: May be tight on larger calves.  Stock up NOW for the holiday season and for next year, too!

Clown White Lite 8 oz.  -- $10.00 Over two decades ago Mehron pioneered the original concept of a smooth whipped Clown White formula. Clown White Lite is a lanolin-based, highly pigmented white that provides maximum coverage yet can be used sparingly. Applications: 6 - 12 full faces per ounce.

Make-Up Remover 4 oz.  --  $5.00 Mehron's solid cream-style remover is perfect for traveling. No leaks! This high quality remover melts away stubborn greasepaint. It makes clean-up a breeze after a long day of entertaining.  Large 4 ounce tub will last you a long time.

• Mooseburger Gift Certificate  --  Dollar Amount is up to YOU!

Don’t know what to get your favorite clown for Christmas this year?  A Mooseburger Gift Certificate is always the right size, color, and style.  You determine the dollar amount and what is written on the giver/recipient lines, and whether it’s mailed to you or directly to the recipient.  There’s no expiration date and no minimum amount.  Perfect door prize idea for your next clown alley meeting – and you get FREE shipping, too! 

Anytime you add one of these items to your order this month, you will get FREE SHIPPING on your entire order – no matter much stuff you are ordering!  Just remember to use the discount code “JINGLE” when you order. And there is no limit to the time you can use this discount code!  Stock up now and you’ll have extra money jingling in your pocket this winter! 
 

Go online to order: www.mooseburger.com

Call in your order: 800-973-6277 (or 320-963-6277 for our international friends)

Fax your order: 320-963-6692 

Terms and Conditions of Sales:

3. Offer good on orders being shipped to Canada and the US.  Order will be shipped by U.S. Parcel Post or First Class, depending on weight and destination.
4. You have to type the word “JINGLE” in the Discount Code box at the end of your online order, or write “JINGLE” somewhere on your fax-in or mail-in order, or tell the word “JINGLE” to the Mooseburger Salesperson on your phone-in order.
5. Supplies are limited. Free Shipping & Handling offer is good only on the in-stock items in your order.  Please note: Just because the item is displayed online does not mean it is in stock – all products are displayed online regardless of immediate availability.  We try to update it everyday, but the site is not always 100% up to date with current stock.  If you have any concerns, then call us before you place your order: 800-973-6277 or 320-963-6277. Click here for our Sales Page.
6. Good on phone-in, mail-in, fax-in, or online orders.  Orders must be placed during the month of December. This offer is not retroactive.
7. The Shipping & Handling will still show up on your online order confirmation; sorry, we cannot control that application online.  However, rest assured that the Shipping & Handling will be deducted from your total before we process it.  You will get an email titled “New Order from PMO” with your correct total. 

Need a Last-Minute Christmas Costume??

Well, you’re in luck!  We happen to have one Elf costume, one Santa suit, five Elf Ear hats, four Santa Wigs & Beards, two belly stuffers, and a partridge in a pear tree!

Okay, we don’t really have a partridge in a pear tree…BUT we do have that other stuff.  And it’s all ready for immediate shipment!  So, if you waited to the last minute, or you just suddenly got booked for a Christmas party, we can help you out!

Click here to go online to see bigger photos and read the descriptions.  If you need something shipped right away or have any questions, it’s best to give us a call: 1-800-973-6277.

PRICES:

Santa Suit - $310.00

Elf – $314.00

Red and White T-shirt - $53.00

Belly Stuffer - $35.00

Gloves - $8.00

Striped Socks - $8.00 to $9.50

Glasses - $6.00

Wig & Beard Sets - $50.00 to $80.00

Mrs. Claus Wigs - $23.00 to $38.00 

Need a Christmas gift idea for your favorite clown?  The 2008 All Star Clown Show DVD makes a great gift, even if they did not attend Moose Camp.  Why?  Because it shows over a dozen classic gags and walk-arounds in front of a live audience…what a perfect learning tool!  You can order a copy online here. 

MERRY CHRISTMAS! 
 

December is a busy month for everyone I know. It is full of hustle and bustle, stress and excitement. A time for family, friends and frenzy! I encourage you all to take a step back and remember what is most important this time of year. It really is the simple things that mean the most: a well-timed phone call; a quick note or card in the mail; patience with an overwhelmed mall clerk.   

I am consciously working on taking time to enjoy the Christmas season. That takes forethought and planning. Mostly it takes saying "no" to things that are not important.   

May God bless you all and here’s wishing you the happiest holiday season from everyone here at Mooseburger’s! 

Fondly,

Pricilla