marc.hull Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 Hey all.... interested in knowing who will be in Evanston on Friday. Might be an open bar at the Best Western Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew180 Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 Wow, looks like it may be a lonely Friday night! Hal should be around though, since he lives there. I won't be rolling in until Sat. morning. Matthew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc.hull Posted October 18, 2010 Author Share Posted October 18, 2010 Wow, looks like it may be a lonely Friday night! Hal should be around though, since he lives there. I won't be rolling in until Sat. morning. Matthew There are some in's I know about, just trolling for more. Why don't you haul yourself up a day early. There's bound to be hardware set up, adult beverages and programming talk How about you Mike? when you rolling in ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tursi Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 I'll be there Friday night, my flight gets in at 6pm, so an hour or two more and I oughta be in the neighborhood by 8pm. I'm at the Best Western too, so I'll come wander around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew180 Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 Ok, sounds like way too much fun... I changed my reservation to include Friday night, so I'll be rolling in somewhere between 7pm and 8pm Central time. I'm also staying and the Best Western. Matthew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc.hull Posted October 20, 2010 Author Share Posted October 20, 2010 Ok, sounds like way too much fun... I changed my reservation to include Friday night, so I'll be rolling in somewhere between 7pm and 8pm Central time. I'm also staying and the Best Western. Matthew Excellent (best Monty Burns voice.) Any body else ? Buehler.......Buehler.......Buehler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Vorticon Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 I will be there, and I'm actually staying at the Best Western this year since the family is not coming along Walid Hey all.... interested in knowing who will be in Evanston on Friday. Might be an open bar at the Best Western Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew180 Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Hey Owen, are you still coming to the Faire?? I'd love to hear the FlyGuy2 music in real life. :-) Matthew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opry99er Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 I sent this to the Yahoo group.. Thought I'd just repost here for you AA only guys. Life has a funny way of sneaking up on you when you least expect it. My band unexpectedly drew the attention of a booking agent in the Midwest and we are hitting the road full time starting November. My bassist just broke his arm, and i have had to replace him, unfortunately. In preparation for the tour, we have to play several weekends locally in the next month to gear up and tighten our sound with the new bassist. Sadly, this infringes on the weekend of the 5th and 6th of November. We have also spent every dime of our savings on new PA gear and a vehicle. This puts me in the position of having to miss the Faire this year. Apologies to everyone I had promised disks to--- I will try to mail them out asap. If anyone wants to take on the SSGC diskettes, I'll send you all the files and manuals. This is bittersweet for me... On one hand, we have an entirely new audience and more shows on the books than ever before.... On the other hand, my friend and bassist won't be with us--- on one hand, our finances will be much more secure in the long term--- on the other hand, I'm broke now and have to miss the Faire. I will be watching on the computer--- my fondest wishes to everyone who will be traveling to the Faire. I regret that I will not be there for the festivities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc.hull Posted October 28, 2010 Author Share Posted October 28, 2010 I sent this to the Yahoo group.. Thought I'd just repost here for you AA only guys. Life has a funny way of sneaking up on you when you least expect it. My band unexpectedly drew the attention of a booking agent in the Midwest and we are hitting the road full time starting November. My bassist just broke his arm, and i have had to replace him, unfortunately. In preparation for the tour, we have to play several weekends locally in the next month to gear up and tighten our sound with the new bassist. Sadly, this infringes on the weekend of the 5th and 6th of November. We have also spent every dime of our savings on new PA gear and a vehicle. This puts me in the position of having to miss the Faire this year. Apologies to everyone I had promised disks to--- I will try to mail them out asap. If anyone wants to take on the SSGC diskettes, I'll send you all the files and manuals. This is bittersweet for me... On one hand, we have an entirely new audience and more shows on the books than ever before.... On the other hand, my friend and bassist won't be with us--- on one hand, our finances will be much more secure in the long term--- on the other hand, I'm broke now and have to miss the Faire. I will be watching on the computer--- my fondest wishes to everyone who will be traveling to the Faire. I regret that I will not be there for the festivities. Don't worry Owen.... The beooch tag won't follow you for too long....... See you next year cooder.....(BTW ALL drinks are on you in 2011..right ??? !!!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+InsaneMultitasker Posted October 29, 2010 Share Posted October 29, 2010 Hey all.... interested in knowing who will be in Evanston on Friday. Might be an open bar at the Best Western I'll be at the BW Friday evening Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc.hull Posted October 30, 2010 Author Share Posted October 30, 2010 Hey all.... interested in knowing who will be in Evanston on Friday. Might be an open bar at the Best Western I'll be at the BW Friday evening Now it's a party Gentlemen... start you livers.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc.hull Posted October 31, 2010 Author Share Posted October 31, 2010 It has been suggested that there be a TI -Tech room at the BW on Friday afternoon evening. Everyone could set up their stuff and have informal discussion concerning all the new events. It is BYOE(quipment) so bring your wares and your ideas. Should be a blast IMO anyway and may be the only venue for face to face discussion if Saturday is packed with lectures er... presentations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opry99er Posted October 31, 2010 Share Posted October 31, 2010 (edited) That's a great idea, man!!! Dammit!!! Why can't I freakin be there!?!? This little idea at the BW makes me want to be there more than ever, but I have to play a show in a crappy bar for little pay in Lexing-crap Kentucky... You guys suck.... Edited October 31, 2010 by Opry99er Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc.hull Posted October 31, 2010 Author Share Posted October 31, 2010 That's a great idea, man!!! Dammit!!! Why can't I freakin be there!?!? This little idea at the BW makes me want to be there more than ever, but I have to play a show in a crappy bar for little pay in Lexing-crap Kentucky... You guys suck.... Well... next year book a show at a crappy bar with little pay in the Chicago area ! Maybe someone can Skype you in. Any Skype guru's out there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tursi Posted November 1, 2010 Share Posted November 1, 2010 Hehe, I like that idea, Marc. Owen, I should be able to Skype you in if I remember to bring my cellular internet adapter... do you have a way to reach us? I'm (predictably) Tursilion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew180 Posted November 1, 2010 Share Posted November 1, 2010 It has been suggested that there be a TI -Tech room at the BW on Friday afternoon evening. Everyone could set up their stuff and have informal discussion concerning all the new events. It is BYOE(quipment) so bring your wares and your ideas. Should be a blast IMO anyway and may be the only venue for face to face discussion if Saturday is packed with lectures er... presentations What room will we be using? Did someone set aside a small conference room with the hotel, or is this just going to happen in someone's regular room? I'll be leaving Michigan about 4pm Friday, and it takes me about 3.5 hours to get there, but I gain an hour going from EDT to CT, so my and my non-TI geek friend will be arriving about 6:30pm if we don't hit a lot of traffic. Owen: I don't understand how you let your real life and day (night) job get in the way of your hobby?? I wish you were going to be there man, I was looking forward to some live FlyGuy music. Matthew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc.hull Posted November 1, 2010 Author Share Posted November 1, 2010 It has been suggested that there be a TI -Tech room at the BW on Friday afternoon evening. Everyone could set up their stuff and have informal discussion concerning all the new events. It is BYOE(quipment) so bring your wares and your ideas. Should be a blast IMO anyway and may be the only venue for face to face discussion if Saturday is packed with lectures er... presentations What room will we be using? Did someone set aside a small conference room with the hotel, or is this just going to happen in someone's regular room? I'll be leaving Michigan about 4pm Friday, and it takes me about 3.5 hours to get there, but I gain an hour going from EDT to CT, so my and my non-TI geek friend will be arriving about 6:30pm if we don't hit a lot of traffic. Owen: I don't understand how you let your real life and day (night) job get in the way of your hobby?? I wish you were going to be there man, I was looking forward to some live FlyGuy music. Matthew I believe Mr Tesch has volunteered his room and his liquor with the only caveat is that anyone needing to deuce it go elsewhere He's a bit more of a night owl than I am so won't be running anyone off early. Hell I may try and stay up past 9:30 for this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opry99er Posted November 1, 2010 Share Posted November 1, 2010 Well, it would be the coolest thing ever if I could get up there. Maybe I could thank some of you in person for all the support, help, and friendship. There are times (like the last couple days) when all I want to do is program, talk TI, and test code on the forum. I get hungry for the cyan screen, thirsty for SPRITEs, and starved for the banter. I hope this forum lives as long as I do... We need to get some kids on here and get them excited about programming the TI!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Vorticon Posted November 1, 2010 Share Posted November 1, 2010 It has been suggested that there be a TI -Tech room at the BW on Friday afternoon evening. Everyone could set up their stuff and have informal discussion concerning all the new events. It is BYOE(quipment) so bring your wares and your ideas. Should be a blast IMO anyway and may be the only venue for face to face discussion if Saturday is packed with lectures er... presentations Sounds like an appetizer to the Faire! I'll bring a wargame (Campaign) with me too in case someone is interested in getting their butt kicked I'm hoping to be in town by 6pm at the latest. who is going to be the contact person? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+InsaneMultitasker Posted November 2, 2010 Share Posted November 2, 2010 It has been suggested that there be a TI -Tech room at the BW on Friday afternoon evening. Everyone could set up their stuff and have informal discussion concerning all the new events. It is BYOE(quipment) so bring your wares and your ideas. Should be a blast IMO anyway and may be the only venue for face to face discussion if Saturday is packed with lectures er... presentations What room will we be using? Did someone set aside a small conference room with the hotel, or is this just going to happen in someone's regular room? I'll be leaving Michigan about 4pm Friday, and it takes me about 3.5 hours to get there, but I gain an hour going from EDT to CT, so my and my non-TI geek friend will be arriving about 6:30pm if we don't hit a lot of traffic. Owen: I don't understand how you let your real life and day (night) job get in the way of your hobby?? I wish you were going to be there man, I was looking forward to some live FlyGuy music. Matthew I believe Mr Tesch has volunteered his room and his liquor with the only caveat is that anyone needing to deuce it go elsewhere He's a bit more of a night owl than I am so won't be running anyone off early. Hell I may try and stay up past 9:30 for this one. Indeed I have. I'll even bring a card table just in case we need the space. And since I have no idea how large (or small) the rooms might be it could be pretty cozy. As for the night owl thing, well, 9:30am is actually pretty early, sir but that should get you to the Faire on time. <grin> It's starting to feel like a pre-Faire fiesta in the making. Should I bring cheese from the dairy state? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Vorticon Posted November 2, 2010 Share Posted November 2, 2010 It has been suggested that there be a TI -Tech room at the BW on Friday afternoon evening. Everyone could set up their stuff and have informal discussion concerning all the new events. It is BYOE(quipment) so bring your wares and your ideas. Should be a blast IMO anyway and may be the only venue for face to face discussion if Saturday is packed with lectures er... presentations What room will we be using? Did someone set aside a small conference room with the hotel, or is this just going to happen in someone's regular room? I'll be leaving Michigan about 4pm Friday, and it takes me about 3.5 hours to get there, but I gain an hour going from EDT to CT, so my and my non-TI geek friend will be arriving about 6:30pm if we don't hit a lot of traffic. Owen: I don't understand how you let your real life and day (night) job get in the way of your hobby?? I wish you were going to be there man, I was looking forward to some live FlyGuy music. Matthew I believe Mr Tesch has volunteered his room and his liquor with the only caveat is that anyone needing to deuce it go elsewhere He's a bit more of a night owl than I am so won't be running anyone off early. Hell I may try and stay up past 9:30 for this one. Indeed I have. I'll even bring a card table just in case we need the space. And since I have no idea how large (or small) the rooms might be it could be pretty cozy. As for the night owl thing, well, 9:30am is actually pretty early, sir but that should get you to the Faire on time. <grin> It's starting to feel like a pre-Faire fiesta in the making. Should I bring cheese from the dairy state? Tim, this is what Hal Shanafield posted on the Yahoo site. Definitely a bigger space than a hotel room (unless you booked the honeymoon suite ). I've been there before and it's not bad and the beer is cheap "Walid, I have arranged to have the Friday night event at theEvanston American Legion Post. We can use the main room, there is free WiFi, and the beer is cheap. We will be cruising downtown Evanston during the Saturday night pub crawl. We will provide transportation to and from the Legion for everyone staying at the hotel. For everyone coming to the Post by themselves, there is plenty of free parking, a commodity not to be taken lightly in Evanston. The post is located at 1030 Central Street in Evanston. There is a map and directions on our website (which I helped design) at evanstonpost42.com under maps. There is also some pix of the meeting room and the bar. Some may remember that we held the Faire there a couple of years ago. BTW, Berry is in room 406 at the Best Western. --Hal" Walid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew180 Posted November 2, 2010 Share Posted November 2, 2010 That's quite a haul from the Best Western. I sure wish Hal would post all this info somewhere "official" as to what he has reserved, the days and times, etc. Maybe it's just me who does not know these details though? So, are we going to do this Friday night "thing" at the hotel or the A.L. Post? Personally I'm more interested in talking shop (hardware, programming, etc.) and maximizing the time since we will only have a few hours Friday night. Also, how late can we stay at the A.L., anyone know? Matthew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Vorticon Posted November 2, 2010 Share Posted November 2, 2010 That's quite a haul from the Best Western. I sure wish Hal would post all this info somewhere "official" as to what he has reserved, the days and times, etc. Maybe it's just me who does not know these details though? So, are we going to do this Friday night "thing" at the hotel or the A.L. Post? Personally I'm more interested in talking shop (hardware, programming, etc.) and maximizing the time since we will only have a few hours Friday night. Also, how late can we stay at the A.L., anyone know? Matthew Hal is arranging transportation for all of us, and I also have my car, so that should not be an issue. Typically people bring in their laptops as there is wifi internet access available and run TI stuff on emulators. Most, if not all of the conversation is TI oriented, although things start going off on tangents proportionally to the amount of beer consumed The gathering is in the banquet room which we normally have to ourselves, and there are lots of tables to set up equipment. As to how late we can stay, I don't quite recall, but it's usually at least 11pm. After that, we can always "retire" to Tim's room or the local water hole for more chatting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew180 Posted November 2, 2010 Share Posted November 2, 2010 Cool, sounds good to me. I will be driving in as well with a friend, so if anyone is still at the hotel when I get there, you are welcome to hitch a ride with me. I'll have room for 2 in the back seat, 3 if you don't mind being cozy... Matthew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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