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Location: NJ | well
here is the info. There will not be a tour this year. I cannot rule it out forever but in the near and not so distant future it will not happen.
Rick Hall has offered to have a Matt Smith clinic set up for us. I can host it here in Jersey and rent a small venue (autionhouseevents.com) and have the clinic, perhaps a guitar giveaway, and an open mic jam. The cost of the venue and soundguy will have to be covered but it is not too much (maybe $10 per person if we get enough people)
the date would be june 20th that is a date that matt is free and also the auction house is free. Matt is also moving to Austin in Aug so we have to try to coordinate around that schedule.
I have not yet looked into local hotels but I think I can make that happen also and maybe get a room in the hotel for Friday jamming and then sunday any stragglers can come to my house for a barbecue and jam.
I know this is not a ton of lead time but if it something that you can do please drop me an e mail with June 20 in the subject line and I will decide if we can make this happen.
Thanks
al
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Location: Vernon CT | As great as that sounds I won't be able to make it as I have a previous engagement that weekend.
I had set aside the weekend of 6/5,6/6 & 6/7 for the NEX OFC gathering AlanM was putting together. I have called & EM him ,but no response?? No idea whats going on. |
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Location: Nashville TN. | Originally posted by BT717:
As great as that sounds I won't be able to make it as I have a previous engagement that weekend.
I had set aside the weekend of 6/5,6/6 & 6/7 for the NEX OFC gathering AlanM was putting together. I have called & EM him ,but no response?? No idea whats going on. when the last time you heard from him |
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Location: Vernon CT | Originally posted by PEZ:
Originally posted by BT717:
As great as that sounds I won't be able to make it as I have a previous engagement that weekend.
I had set aside the weekend of 6/5,6/6 & 6/7 for the NEX OFC gathering AlanM was putting together. I have called & EM him ,but no response?? No idea whats going on. when the last time you heard from him |
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Location: NW of Philadelphia | I'm in PA. If I can make a deal with the wife, I should be able to make it. It cuts into our shore weekends... and don't call me a shoobee, I'll firm it up ASAP.
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Location: NJ | I just talked to the crown plaza in cherry hill NJ
rt 70 and cuthbert blvd.
I can contract with them for rooms cost is $119.
this is a very nice facility and close to the venue althogh we will have to coordinate rides.
(they have no shuttle service available.)
to get this rate I need to confirm 10 rooms.
Does this sound like something you are interested in ?
ther is also the comfort Inn and the holiday Inn in runnemeade NJ on 9th ave but not as nice of facility.
let me know asap so I can get things moving
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Location: NJ | FYI
air fare are rather reasonable these days.
You can fly direct into PHL Philly international airport. It is only about 30 minute drive to the venue and hotel.
Some of the members from europe may want to hope on a flight and join us.
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FYI
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Location: Budd Lake, NJ | Joisey Goil #1 and my guitar student are in. I have that Saturday off from work, so I'm planning on being there.
Now...the big question...which one of the herd to bring? Not so far from home, maybe everyone.
(Guitars starting to bounce up and down in cases, "Take me, Mommy, take me." "You went to North Carolina AND Connecticut." "I only got to go to Connecticut..." "We never get to go anywhere..." "It's not fair; it's just not fair." "NOW...everyone better be quiet and behave yourselves...or Mommy will take...the Guild!!") ;) :D
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | See, that's what I like about us.
Just crazy enough to be fun to talk to,
not quite enough to sound dangerous.....
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by fillhixx:
(for the record, my guitars also speak to me.
but not in any language I know.) So do mine, but I understand them.
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| I have two gig's one on that Friday Night and it is a good paying one. A party Saturday from noon till whenever.... it's for a close friend and it has been planned for more than a year or I'd skip it.
I can head down on the Sunday Morning, for the day (leaving realy early) if anyone wants to tag along let me know I will have room for a couple of people and 1 guitar each. I plan to hit the NYS Thruway at the Fonda exit #28 and on south from there. I figure 3 hours one way.
Let me know if anyone from Upstate is going and can only do the last day and I will keep a seat for you.
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I NEED COMMITTMENTS FOR THE HOTEL
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Location: GA USA | I commit not to come. I'll be sunning my buns in Florida. But I sincerely hope you all have a great time. |
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Location: Tennessee | You already have me on the list, right? If you can't get enough people for the hotel, I can commit to ChezPep. |
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Location: Brisbane Australia | I'm seriously tempted!!
1. I have been to the US 4 times and never been to New York
2. I can fly return to NY for twice the cost of shipping two guitars to Oz.
I still have 4 there.
3. I have 20 weeks leave due.
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Location: Nashville TN. | Originally posted by AussieJames:
I'm seriously tempted!!
1. I have been to the US 4 times and never been to New York
2. I can fly return to NY for twice the cost of shipping two guitars to Oz.
I still have 4 there.
3. I have 20 weeks leave due.
Decisions, decisions!!!
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | I was wondering if the stuff they kept at home was any better than the export. (or brewed-under-license as it is...)
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Location: Brisbane Australia | I'm not much of a beer drinker, haven't had a Fosters for years.
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I'm not much of a beer drinker We have witnesses... |
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Location: Campbell River, British Columbia | Originally posted by AussieJames:
I'm not much of a beer drinker You have to translate that from Oz to English. Means he can't drink a two-four and load two cops in the back of their own car.
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Location: new jersey | is this the auction house in haddon heights? if so, i'll try to keep that date open. hey everybody! i'ts been a while since i've posted.
Originally posted by alpep:
well
here is the info. There will not be a tour this year. I cannot rule it out forever but in the near and not so distant future it will not happen.
Rick Hall has offered to have a Matt Smith clinic set up for us. I can host it here in Jersey and rent a small venue (autionhouseevents.com) and have the clinic, perhaps a guitar giveaway, and an open mic jam. The cost of the venue and soundguy will have to be covered but it is not too much (maybe $10 per person if we get enough people)
the date would be june 20th that is a date that matt is free and also the auction house is free. Matt is also moving to Austin in Aug so we have to try to coordinate around that schedule.
I have not yet looked into local hotels but I think I can make that happen also and maybe get a room in the hotel for Friday jamming and then sunday any stragglers can come to my house for a barbecue and jam.
I know this is not a ton of lead time but if it something that you can do please drop me an e mail with June 20 in the subject line and I will decide if we can make this happen.
Thanks
al
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Location: NJ | it is in audubon. Haddon heights is the next town over.
I have about 5 confirmations for rooms for me to get the special rate I need 5 more I cannot sign a contract and be responsible unless I get the numbers. Please contact me with june 20th in the subject line of your e mail
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Location: NJ | Hello Alpep, NJ newbey here. That sounds like a blast,will keep dates open.
Also, wanted your thoughts on my earlier post:
"finally ID'd extremely rare Ovation GS2-R (Ripley)"
Looking forward to it. |
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Location: Nashville TN. | We gotta do better than this!!!!
Come on Guys!!!
Lets make this happen |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Anyone who has not been to a gathering should really make a commitment here. Great people, outstanding guitars and a lot of fun. You will regret missing it - guaranteed. |
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Location: NW of Philadelphia | I might drag along my cousin if he is available. He is the talented one in the family (even though he plays a Martin... cootie shot!).
Al,
Is it OK if I cross post this over AGF? I know there are some closet O fans over there.
AussieJames,
If you decide to join the party, let me know. I'll bring along my Mustang Comp for you to play. |
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Location: NJ | sure that is fine
thanks
and I own a couple of martins myself
it is my middle name |
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Location: NJ | Originally posted by Phil Wong:
Your initials spell AMP :cool: if my mother only knew |
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look what business your in |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | I will be there. And I'd love to see some of my ol' friends there too. Including the ones I really haven't met yet ;) .
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Well.....crazy times.
On Thursday Lia's mom got a lacerated colon during her colonoscopy. Surgery scheduled for Friday.
Then Lia found out Friday morning her younger sister's cancer has returned.
Friday afternoon they discover her mom has either ovarian or colon cancer (tests to be run on Monday).
So.....whats that all mean (besides my poor wife freakin out)? Means depending on what happens, she will probably want to go down to Texas to be with her mom. If that happens, I may try to work it so that she is down there the same weekend as the gathering and then I can probably make it. No sense in me going to her mom's cause her place is a 1 bedroom and Lia would want to stay there....hence no room for me anyway.
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Location: Bluffton, SC | My plan, as it stands right now, is to be there Friday afternoon through Sunday early afternoon and I'm hoping that doesn't change. [Insert "famous last words" horn here] And they shouldn't. [Kill horn] |
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Location: new jersey | my mistake alpep, i know right were the place is as i've played there before.(i'm in berlin boro) nice venue. i'm still open that day but things could change with my kids and sports. btw, do we have a drummer or a kit?
Originally posted by giginthesky:
is this the auction house in haddon heights? if so, i'll try to keep that date open. hey everybody! i'ts been a while since i've posted.
Originally posted by alpep:
well
here is the info. There will not be a tour this year. I cannot rule it out forever but in the near and not so distant future it will not happen.
Rick Hall has offered to have a Matt Smith clinic set up for us. I can host it here in Jersey and rent a small venue (autionhouseevents.com) and have the clinic, perhaps a guitar giveaway, and an open mic jam. The cost of the venue and soundguy will have to be covered but it is not too much (maybe $10 per person if we get enough people)
the date would be june 20th that is a date that matt is free and also the auction house is free. Matt is also moving to Austin in Aug so we have to try to coordinate around that schedule.
I have not yet looked into local hotels but I think I can make that happen also and maybe get a room in the hotel for Friday jamming and then sunday any stragglers can come to my house for a barbecue and jam.
I know this is not a ton of lead time but if it something that you can do please drop me an e mail with June 20 in the subject line and I will decide if we can make this happen.
Thanks
al
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Location: NJ | please make your reservations for the OFC event
PHILADELPHIA-CHERRY HILL
2349 W. MARLTON PIKE
CHERRY HILL, NJ 08002 UNITED STATES
Hotel Fax: 1-856-6623676
sorry I was not able to get a special rate.
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Location: NJ | one place you will need to try if you are in the area is Carmen's deli
www.carmensdeli.com
CARMEN'S DELI
42 EAST BROWNING ROAD
BELLMAWR, NEW JERSEY
856-931-7203
they have no seating but make the best hoagies and steak sandwiches in the area.
the prices are rather expensive but one sandwich will easily feed 2 people unless you are moody or someone that is crazy hungry.
their hoagies are the best in the area and they have won many awards for them.
recently they started making cheesesteaks and they are awesome some of the best I have ever had. try the cheese steak hoagie.
they have a complete "cold cuts" section and all the meats are super fresh because they sell so much of them. EVERYTHING YOU GET THERE IS good.
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Location: NJ | about 5 minutes from the auction house
Bruno's Pizza and restaurant
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=bruno\'s+pizza+au...
Bruno's Restaurant & Pizza
11 reviews - Write a review
509 Hopkins Rd
Haddonfield, NJ 08033
(856) 428-9505
Don't let the exterier of this place fool you. Yes it is a busy Pizza and sandwich place but if you go into the door on the right you enter the "dining room" it is here that you will find some of the best Italian American food in the area. Prices are slightly above average but you will get a filling mean with no complaints. The older Italian gentleman with the moustache and accent is Brumo. He is usually in the kitchen or talking to the customers most of which he knows on a first name basis. Warm friendly home atmosphere
my recommendation is the seafood combination. clams, mussles, scallops, shrimp and lobster over a bed of linguini. it is really good $26.99 (or 25.99 I forget) If you don't like garlic I would not go to bruno's.
His pizza is very good. the sauce (or as the locals call it gravy) has slightly too much olive oil for my tastse but overall it is very good. Sandwiches are also good. |
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Location: NJ | OK
we are under 2 weeks away for the OFC event
I hope all the fence sitters get off the fence and commit.
hope to see you all there
e me with june 20th in the subject line
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Location: NJ | so in our south jersey dining tour
alphabet soup
a short walk from the auction house
http://alphabetsoupnj.com/
specializes in fine dining but closed and reopened with lower prices and a new attitude.
I have not been there yet but everyone that has tells me it is supreb.
pricey but good reviews |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Bummer
Last minute changes could happen and I might show up at the last minute but at this time it looks like a no go.
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Location: NJ | stephen
get your butt out here
another place to eat
http://www.fiveguys.com/home.aspx
Five Guys Burger & Fries - www.fiveguys.com
130 Black Horse Pike, Audubon - (856) 672-0442
yes this is the same place you may have heard about in the news with the president and first lady. The chain started in washington dc and all they sell are burgers fries and hot dogs and soda (pop to our midwestern folks)
A short 3 minute drive from the auction house this place is worth it. I will no longer get burgers any place else. In fact I can eat here 3 meals a day 8 days a week. They are that good. juicey fresh ground beef with your choice of FREE toppings. |
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Location: Tennessee | I've been at them in the DC area several times (they have one inside National Airport in DC too). They're good. Real good. With a veritable smorgasbord of toppings choices. But they're no In and Out Burger. Californians will know what I'm talking about. :cool:
I'm still planning to make it to the play day. But I'm going through a bit of a life change right now so things are on the dicey side just because there is so bloody much to do. At least the logistics of getting there are already in motion. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | And all the fries you can eat usually...the bacon cheeseburgers are to die for... |
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Forgot all about 5-Guys
Really wish I could make this event :(
Burgers and Guitars... ymmmmmmmmmmmm |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | For all of you guys staying at the Crowne Plaza, there'a a 5 Guys Burger place very close by on Route 70. |
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Location: Blue Ridge Mountains | Hope everyone has a blast; enjoy! I'm off in the AM for my conference in NC...rather do almost anything else...oh well...
Have a Five Guys for me...
I think Beggin and War Eagle and myself are getting together on Monday afternoon for a round of golf and some pickin and grinnin later...
then back to work...
Wish I could be there... |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Careful.....I've played golf with Beggin. |
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Location: NW of Philadelphia | Hey Al,
How about a final update update on where, when, what, and how much? |
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Location: NJ | ATTENTION ATTENTION ATTENTION ATTENTION
there is a slight change in the schedule for saturday
cost $10
day saturday june 20th 09
time clinic 1-4 break
open mic 4-7
auction house
100 West Merchant St
Audubon, NJ 08106
dinner break
open mic at
coffee gardens and creamery
57 E Kings Hwy
Audubon, NJ 08106
(856) 546-6464
7:30 - 10
an unfortunate scheduling error occurred so we no longer have the room for the evening.
but the coffee gardens is a great place and has a good open mic. I often run it there on saturday nights.
barbecue at my home on sunday at noon
directions upon request |
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Location: NJ | any interest on getting together on friday night?
let me know
there is a great little open mic we can all do
8-10
Espressit
18 Haddon Ave
Haddon Twp, NJ 08108
(856) 854-1001
let me know and I can tell Barry we will be there |
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Location: Nashville TN. | Sure I'm coming in Friday
Will need a a ride. |
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Location: Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey | I'd like to Al, but I have a gig that night up "nawth"..... |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | I'll be there looking for something to do Friday night, Al... |
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Location: Tennessee | bobbo will not be in the house. Turns out that Father's Day is on Sunday and I've just found out there's some kids that have planned a little something ... and pops not being there would sorta wreck the whole event for them. It's a major bummer for me as I was SO looking forward to this - but when faced with the choice of flaking out on a bunch of guitar homos or the things I cherish most in my life ... well, you know ... |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Very disappointed here, bobbo, but it's certainly understood. I guess it's a little easier being a few hours away but, you're making the right call - enjoy the family and we'll se you at the next one. |
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Location: NJ | bobbo
you will be missed
who will do right field? |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Just 5 minutes ago I played that video for SWMBO and she laughed SO hard! We played co-ed softball for years and she was really relating to that tune. GREAT tune. |
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Location: Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey | So, how many do we have coming on Saturday? |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Saturday? I'm coming TOMORROW !!! |
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Location: Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey | I had a joke about "arriving" too soon, but I wouldn't want to go "over the line" ..... |
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Location: NW of Philadelphia | What do you need to bring (besides a guitar)? |
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Location: Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey | $10.00 and a sense of humor would be a good start.... : ) |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | I'll be there with my son Nicky.
BTW - if anyone would like to borrow a guitar for the weekend, please let me know. I'd be happy to bring extras. |
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Location: NW of Philadelphia | $10, my guitar, and a sense of humor... When you hear me play, thats where a sense of humor will be a necessity. I was worried that you were going to say: Bring some talent. Last I looked, I was fresh out.
I'm bringing my cousin. He has more than enough talent for both of us. |
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| You guys have fun. Wish I could be there. |
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Location: Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey | "I was worried that you were going to say: Bring some talent. Last I looked, I was fresh out."
That's what everyone says around here, then I hear them play, and they're awesome! LOL. |
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Location: Nashville TN. | can anyone give me ride to the hotel?
I;m getting off the bus here 530ish Friday.
MT LAUREL GREYHOUND STA
538 FELLOWSHIP RD
Mt Laurel, NJ 08054 |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | PEZ - depends on what time Tim arrives at my house. Which hotel are you staying at? |
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Location: south east Michigan | Originally posted by G8r:
You guys have fun. Wish I could be there. ditto. |
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Location: NJ | plenty of time plenty of room plenty of fun
BE THERE |
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Location: Nashville TN. | Originally posted by CrimsonLake:
PEZ - depends on what time Tim arrives at my house. Which hotel are you staying at? Crown Plaza
Its 8 miles away |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Not exactly positive what time I'm getting into town, Pez, but if nobody else can get you, I should be able to swing over and get you to the Crown. |
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Location: closely held secret | Po' Billy - The Ride of Last Resort |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Giddy yap. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | You guys are gonna have a great time! Just got to play one of the new OFC II guitars and WOW was it nice! Bring your credit cards because the olympics don't take american express and Al doesn't take paypal. Trust me, you're gonna WANT one of these ... |
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Location: closely held secret | Originally posted by Weaser P:
Giddy yap. Getta map. |
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | Originally posted by The Wabbit Formerly Known As Waskel:
Originally posted by Weaser P:
Giddy yap. Getta map. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Originally posted by Gallerinski:
Trust me, you're gonna WANT one of these ... Got #6 reserved :D . |
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Location: Tennessee | #6? I got #6 of the OFC-I guitar!! |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | There were 12 OFC-1s
There are only 8 of the OFC-2s.
guess you got lucky the first time! :cool: |
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Location: NJ | ofc II will debut on sat. pics to follow
if you did not google directions for the auction house do that.
if anyone needs to coordinate rides contact me or crimson lake.
tommmy milan where are YOU? |
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Location: Nashville TN. | Is anyone going from the crown plaza to the friday open mic?? |
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Location: Marlton, NJ | PEZ - if no one has a car, we'll pick you up. |
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Location: Budd Lake, NJ | What time are all y'all gathering Saturday morning, and where? I'm going to be coming down mid-to-late morning, so I'll need to know where to find you (Joisey Goil #2 has gone to Florida to see her mom, so I'll be by myself)...if someone would be willng to give me a cell phone number, just in case, that would be most helpful. I will have my cell phone, and my GPS, too, as well as the most up-to-date Mapquest stuff. (Do you get the feeling that I am several generations removed from that good ol' pioneer stock? ;) :rolleyes: )
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Location: Marlton, NJ | I'll be picking up PEZ tonight at the Mt. Laurel bus station at 5:30.
Does anybody else need a ride from anywhere?
I'm assuming that there will be enough cars at the hotel for people to get to the event tomorrow. If not, let me know and I will pick people up. I have a van and I'll have plenty of room.
For you folks staying at the Crowne Plaza - there are a TON of places to eat and shop. There's a good diner right down the street - Ponzio's Diner.
If you want to know anything about the area, please just ask. There's a Guitar Center and a Sam Ash really close, as well as a few other music stores in case anyone needs strings/picks/etc.
If it doesn't rain (yeah right!) there's parks and a river right behind the hotel for those that want to run or just commune with nature.
Lastly - one more time, if anyone would like to borrow a guitar (or just check one out), let me know and I'll bring it. If I don't hear from anyone, I'm only bringing one.
I have 47RI, Millenium, Tak 45th, GC1118, Tornado, Thunderhead, UKII, '05 Collectors (the one I'm using). Nicky is bringing his Elite T Flame.
I'll see y'all tonight! |
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Location: NJ | had a good time at the espressit coffeehouse last night
clinic starts in 1.5 hours
anyone hear from tommy milan???? |
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Location: Cherry Hill, NJ | I'll see you in an hour Al |
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| PICTURES?!?!?!? |
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Location: GA USA | Two things that should not be said together:
1) I'll be picking up PEZ tonight at the Mt. Laurel bus station at 5:30.
2) I have a van and I'll have plenty of room.
Have fun! |
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