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 May 12 2006, 10:56 AM
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 Cucumber Flower  Group: Members Posts: 107 Joined: 8-December 05 Member No.: 194  |
We've been mentioning this for a few weeks on and off, but officially wanted to post on the subject...
We are planning to go to Blues Fest in Chicago and it would be great if a bunch of us might meet up there and see each other in person. We'll have to do some translation between forum names and actual given names (or not), but I think it would be fun. You don't need to love Blues - It is just a great summer festival that shows off Chicago in a great way. Blues Fest starts Thu, June 8 and runs through Sun, June 11. We were planning for a Saturday meet-up, so people that don't live inthe immediate area can make it, and also so most of us don't have to get to work the next day. BF is held at Millenium Park, right near Buckingham Fountain and the Lake (uppercase as us Chicagoans know to do when referring to THE Lake - Michigan). For those who don't know BF, there is one huge park area where people watching is the best and people hang out on blankets with friends and coolers and just soak up the summer. Then there are 6 stages set up around the park that you can walk to and check out the bands. Food and drinks are served there, and while you can bring your own coolers TECHNICALLY you are not supposed to bring liquor there. People do, but there is a chance that coolers may be checked as you walk into the park area. (I think it's only happened to us once I've been going for 15 years.) Bottom line, if you are set on bringing liquor you are better off with a cooler of lemonade or something that has some vodka mixed in already. Some may also bring clear colored liquor for mixing in water bottles. Just wanted to make sure no one brings booze and gets it taken away. But again - you can also buy food/drink there, but you pay festival prices. I am planning to head out there on Saturday morning and mark out a nice-sized territory with blankets. I also plan to get some big party-sized helium balloons so people can see where we are from a distance. I'll re-post when I figure out the exact type of balloon everyone should look for. I was planning on bringing some collapsable chairs too, but I think we will max out at around 6 or so. So if you don't want to sit on blanket, you might want to bring some portable seats for your group. Was thinking most stages start around noon, so we'd have shop set up by then. I think the beer stops being served around 9-10pm. At that point we'll probably head to a bar. All are welcome, but certainly just come for the summer fun even if you don't want to go to a bar later! As we get closer to the date I hope to have a better idea of how many people we might expect so I can figure the best place to go after BF. Thinking tavern as opposed to club - but I am open if people would prefer club. I am sure some will come for the day but not stay for the bar too, so if you reply to this thread it would be helpful if you mention which you are leaning towards. If you plan to come here is your check list (all items optional): 1. Blanket if you want your own 2. Collapsable chairs if you'd rather not sit on a blanket 3. Cooler if you'd like to save some moola 4. Sun screen (especially if you are a ginger) 5. A good and happy summer mood (and if you don't have when you get there, we'll give you one before you leave!) Other notes: - BF is free. There are not gates to get in. It is a just a big park with stands set up everywhere. - There is a Grant Park parking garage (under the park), and there is also lots of public transportation if you chose to park farther away. (Of course the parking garage will give you the most convenient location - maybe around $15-20 to park for the day.) Also a con of parking there is traffic stinks as you get closer to the Lake during BF. Trains might be the better option. So what do you think? Chicago in June is BEEEA- UUUUU- TIFUL!!! Takers?? Please let me know if anyone has suggestions of questions (regarding timing, parking or whatever). Hope to see a bunch of you there!! YAY!!!! SUMMER IS HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wendy |
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May 12 2006, 11:29 AM
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 Cucumber Group: Members Posts: 285 Joined: 11-December 05 From: Wisconsin Member No.: 216 |
Hey Wendy,
I would love to go to Blues Fest. I have to check with Mrs PG to see if she wants to go. I'll let you know for sure closer to the event. Later, PhilosophyGuy -------------------- A Lovely Little Thinker but a Bugger When he's Pissed!
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May 12 2006, 12:48 PM
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 Musical Meteorologist Group: Members Posts: 846 Joined: 28-November 05 From: Overland Park, KS Member No.: 78 |
Oh man... I SO wish I could make it to a meetup at the Blues Fest. Great idea at an awesome festival! Now you just need to hook up with some podsafe blues artists that will be there!
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May 12 2006, 02:49 PM
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 Barely a Pickle GOD! Group: Members Posts: 1,510 Joined: 25-February 06 From: Land of DA CHICAGO BEARS! Member No.: 732 |
QUOTE(John and Wendy @ May 12 2006, 11:56 AM)  If you plan to come here is your check list (all items optional): 1. Blanket if you want your own 2. Collapsable chairs if you'd rather not sit on a blanket 3. Cooler if you'd like to save some moola 4. Sun screen (especially if you are a ginger) 5. A good and happy summer mood (and if you don't have when you get there, we'll give you one before you leave!) 6. Clothing Hey now! Clothing optional?! I will definately be there, with cloths ON of course, but I am not sure if the little one and the wife will be joining me. I am definately going to be there though. I just hope it ain't too hot, no one likes being around the fat guy when it is hot out, and I don't want to be standing alone  Ok I know you all just looked up to see if the original post said clothing optional. Oh I crack myself up! --------------------    Barely What makes a man a dork? Barely knows! He is Adorkable! Are you adorkable enough to listen? Web Site: Barely Podcasting e-Mail: barely@barelypodcasting.com |
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May 12 2006, 04:46 PM
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Cucumber Flower Group: Members Posts: 107 Joined: 8-December 05 Member No.: 194 |
QUOTE(Barely Podcasting @ May 12 2006, 03:49 PM) Hey now! Clothing optional?! Ok I know you all just looked up to see if the original post said clothing optional. Oh I crack myself up! The most retarded part is that I looked up - "Did I write that??" Nice one - You got me Barely. Score: Barely 1, Wendy 0 (Wait till Blues Fest dude...) |
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May 15 2006, 06:49 PM
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Barely a Pickle GOD! Group: Members Posts: 1,510 Joined: 25-February 06 From: Land of DA CHICAGO BEARS! Member No.: 732 |
QUOTE(John and Wendy @ May 12 2006, 05:46 PM) Nice one - You got me Barely. Score: Barely 1, Wendy 0 (Wait till Blues Fest dude...) Ok I know I am dead at Blues Fest, but I think it is worth it! I laughed so hard when I read that. Everyone stay tuned to see what happens at Blues Fest -------------------- Barely What makes a man a dork? Barely knows! He is Adorkable! Are you adorkable enough to listen? Web Site: Barely Podcasting e-Mail: barely@barelypodcasting.com |
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May 24 2006, 10:11 AM
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 Pickle Wannabe Group: Members Posts: 669 Joined: 28-November 05 From: NE Illinois. Member No.: 83 |
As I said in that other thread, count us in to the firm maybes (that's 2.5 of us). Thanks for organizing.
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May 24 2006, 09:55 PM
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 Seedling Group: Members Posts: 16 Joined: 5-February 06 Member No.: 633 |
Hey, I hardly ever post on the pickle. But I'd love to meet some other podcasters from the area. I was planning to hit Blues Fest, anyway.
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May 24 2006, 10:07 PM
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Cucumber Flower Group: Members Posts: 107 Joined: 8-December 05 Member No.: 194 |
Yay, Elmo! We look forward to meeting you.
I think I'm gonna go pick out balloons inthe next few days so I can tell everyone exactly what to look for. I'll post here and remind a couple of times beforehand, plus we'll have it on our website. |
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May 24 2006, 10:31 PM
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Seedling Group: Members Posts: 16 Joined: 5-February 06 Member No.: 633 |
QUOTE(John and Wendy @ May 24 2006, 11:07 PM) I think I'm gonna go pick out balloons inthe next few days so I can tell everyone exactly what to look for. It seems a giant pickle-shaped balloon is in order. -------------------- |
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May 26 2006, 01:17 PM
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Cucumber Flower Group: Members Posts: 107 Joined: 8-December 05 Member No.: 194 |
QUOTE(elmo @ May 24 2006, 11:31 PM) It seems a giant pickle-shaped balloon is in order. Been looking like crazy (all the party stores and online), but having trouble finding something appropriate. I think I may build a flag so it's more sturdy in case of wind. Went to Menards today and bought some stuff. Ha! We'll see how this works out. I've never built anything in my life. This outta be hilarious. Will update when I figure things out for sure. |
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May 27 2006, 11:28 AM
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Barely a Pickle GOD! Group: Members Posts: 1,510 Joined: 25-February 06 From: Land of DA CHICAGO BEARS! Member No.: 732 |
Just remember that you can see Wendy kick my ass there as well.
-------------------- Barely What makes a man a dork? Barely knows! He is Adorkable! Are you adorkable enough to listen? Web Site: Barely Podcasting e-Mail: barely@barelypodcasting.com |
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May 27 2006, 12:16 PM
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Cucumber Flower Group: Members Posts: 107 Joined: 8-December 05 Member No.: 194 |
QUOTE(Barely Podcasting @ May 27 2006, 12:28 PM) Just remember that you can see Wendy kick my ass there as well. At first I read that as "you can see Wendy KISS my ass..." I was thinking man, that barely guy needs a good spanking!! SPECIAL OUT-OF-TOWN GUEST APPEARANCE AT BLUES FEST IS VERY CLOSE TO BEING ANNOUNCED...STAY TUNED... |
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May 27 2006, 10:22 PM
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 Pickle Wannabe Group: Members Posts: 713 Joined: 10-December 05 From: Cary, Illinois Member No.: 205 |
QUOTE(John and Wendy @ May 12 2006, 11:56 AM) We'll have to do some translation between forum names and actual given names (or not), but I think it would be fun. You don't need to love Blues - It is just a great summer festival that shows off Chicago in a great way. I'll try (well, the four of us will try) to come, but it's quite possibly a moving weekend for us. We'll see. If I can make it, I look like my avatar (but less monochrome) and I do respond to "Erika"
-------------------- Erika
Giving Real Opportunities to Women (GROW) is a 501C3 nonprofit organization dedicated to helping single mothers and their families. GROW is also home to Cary Country Preschool in Cary, Illinois. |
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May 28 2006, 09:12 AM
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Barely a Pickle GOD! Group: Members Posts: 1,510 Joined: 25-February 06 From: Land of DA CHICAGO BEARS! Member No.: 732 |
QUOTE(John and Wendy @ May 27 2006, 01:16 PM) At first I read that as "you can see Wendy KISS my ass..." I was thinking man, that barely guy needs a good spanking!! Boy I try and make WEndy look good and she still misses it. I can't win. Oh well, it will still be fun. Two weeks and counting! Now who is the mystery guest? I have a few ideas. QUOTE(Erika @ May 27 2006, 11:22 PM) I'll try (well, the four of us will try) to come, but it's quite possibly a moving weekend for us. We'll see. If I can make it, I look like my avatar (but less monochrome) and I do respond to "Erika" I also respond to Barely (nickname from my fraternity days) fat guy works well, dumb ass, moron, oh the list goes on and on. -------------------- Barely What makes a man a dork? Barely knows! He is Adorkable! Are you adorkable enough to listen? Web Site: Barely Podcasting e-Mail: barely@barelypodcasting.com |
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May 28 2006, 11:15 AM
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Pickle Wannabe Group: Members Posts: 713 Joined: 10-December 05 From: Cary, Illinois Member No.: 205 |
QUOTE(Barely Podcasting @ May 28 2006, 10:12 AM) I also respond to Barely (nickname from my fraternity days) fat guy works well, dumb ass, moron, oh the list goes on and on. When I approach a thirty-something stranger at Blues Fest, I may try Barely - but I will probably refrain from using the other nicknames on that list 
-------------------- Erika
Giving Real Opportunities to Women (GROW) is a 501C3 nonprofit organization dedicated to helping single mothers and their families. GROW is also home to Cary Country Preschool in Cary, Illinois. |
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May 28 2006, 01:17 PM
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Cucumber Flower Group: Members Posts: 107 Joined: 8-December 05 Member No.: 194 |
I am definitely going with a flag (maybe balloons on the flagpole too) for easy visibility. It is 10 feet tall, so it should be easy to find. I am going to the store now to try and buy material for the flag. (Martha Stewart, I am not!) As soon as I know the design I will repost. May not be a for a few days as I think I may buy blank material and make John use his art capabilities and paint it himself.
Barely...Wondering if you'll be wearing that barrel to Blues Fest. That might make it easy for all of us to recognize you! 
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May 28 2006, 01:48 PM
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Barely a Pickle GOD! Group: Members Posts: 1,510 Joined: 25-February 06 From: Land of DA CHICAGO BEARS! Member No.: 732 |
QUOTE(John and Wendy @ May 28 2006, 02:17 PM) Barely...Wondering if you'll be wearing that barrel to Blues Fest. That might make it easy for all of us to recognize you! I might do that, if you guys hats that are that light neon green. MAybe even put the eyes on there as well! -------------------- Barely What makes a man a dork? Barely knows! He is Adorkable! Are you adorkable enough to listen? Web Site: Barely Podcasting e-Mail: barely@barelypodcasting.com |
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 May 30 2006, 07:10 AM
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Cucumber Group: Members Posts: 285 Joined: 11-December 05 From: Wisconsin Member No.: 216 |
GREAT NEWS!!!!
PhilosophyGuy is going to Blues Fest!!! We plan on making the pilgrimage from Wisconsin  to Blues Fest and arriving at about 2:00 p.m. Wendy, make sure I can see the balloons from really far away.... as I wear glasses  I can't wait! PhilosophyGuy -------------------- A Lovely Little Thinker but a Bugger When he's Pissed!
www.philosophyguy.net www.podsafecomedycountdown.com Philosophyguy@philosophyguy.net |
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May 30 2006, 08:56 AM
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Barely a Pickle GOD! Group: Members Posts: 1,510 Joined: 25-February 06 From: Land of DA CHICAGO BEARS! Member No.: 732 |
Great to hear that PG! I can't wait to meet you. Of course coming at 2 or so, we might not remember meeting you. Your first question to all of us should be, "How many drinks have you had" as a gague to knowing how many sheets to the wind wind we are (of course if John starts talking about religion and all, see Gabber Jaw 115, then you know he is gone).
-------------------- Barely What makes a man a dork? Barely knows! He is Adorkable! Are you adorkable enough to listen? Web Site: Barely Podcasting e-Mail: barely@barelypodcasting.com |
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