HY
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Post by HY on Sept 18, 2008 15:07:34 GMT -5
I  love the Arboretum. I haven't been there in a few years. More than a few, now that I think about it.  So....who all is going and what time are you getting there? [img src=" ![]() martycasey.org/emoticons/hugs.gif"] [/IMG] [/quote] Hi, Angie. I'll probably go early - haven't been in a couple of months and we want to walk around before the event. I'm not sure what will be happening during the "signing" portion, but I don't think the 'mini-concert' starts until 5:30. You'll love the new visitor center - it's a really cool place now. The store's larger and there's an enclosed hall where I'm assuming Marty will play. |
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Post by chifan on Sept 18, 2008 15:50:00 GMT -5
So....who all is going and what time are you getting there? What time does bee want us to be there?  |
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Post by Joan S on Sept 18, 2008 16:20:49 GMT -5
I'll be there!
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Post by 7of7 on Sept 19, 2008 12:06:31 GMT -5
I think this might be the perfect show for me to come out to again-- and for Isaac to finally meet you all?  |
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HY
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Post by HY on Sept 19, 2008 12:27:23 GMT -5
[/IMG] [/quote] That would be wonderful! |
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Post by BBE on Sept 19, 2008 12:32:57 GMT -5
[/IMG] [/quote] Awwwww!!! That would be sweet.  You should do it! Show the little guy off, and get him started early on developing good taste in music!  |
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Post by rockerlee on Sept 19, 2008 15:09:30 GMT -5
Looks like I will be coming up for this!!! I wanted to go, but I saw that airfare was outrageous. My sister wanted to go, but she can't drive all the way to Chicago from Kansas City by herself after her stroke, so she and I decided that I will drive up to KC and we'll go to Chicago from there. YAY! This will also give me a chance to see some of my Chicago friends and catch up with them without being interrupted by people wanting to buy a t-shirt! Hope to see some of you there! This is gonna be great! A chance to see Marty solo AND a chance to see him perform without having to work (which only happened TWICE this summer). |
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Post by HY on Sept 19, 2008 16:31:06 GMT -5
That's great that you're coming up. I missed meeting you at the Schaumburg show. It will be nice to get to say hello.
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Post by angie on Sept 20, 2008 9:38:36 GMT -5
Hi, Angie. I'll probably go early - haven't been in a couple of months and we want to walk around before the event. I'm not sure what will be happening during the "signing" portion, but I don't think the 'mini-concert' starts until 5:30. You'll love the new visitor center - it's a really cool place now. The store's larger and there's an enclosed hall where I'm assuming Marty will play. Oh, cool! Thanks, Lynn. The new visitor center looks really nice. I can't believe how longs it's been since I have gone there. We used to bring the kiddo there a lot when she was small. What time does bee want us to be there? heeheee! Miss you, Miss E! She is ready to go now. She is still not happy that she did not get to see any LAG shows. lol  Really?  <----after the show. Frank will take the kiddo home & then I can go out to play. I think this might be the perfect show for me to come out to again-- and for Isaac to finally meet you all?  Mel!! I cannot wait to meet Isaac. I bet he is growing so fast. And I wouldn't mind seeing his mama, either.  It has been way too long since Hard Rock. Oh, and Lisa will be there, too. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ It will be great to meet you, rockerlee  and to see everyone else again. Can't wait! |
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Post by chitowngirl on Sept 20, 2008 11:52:52 GMT -5
I am so sad that I will miss seeing all of you at this show.  I will be in Michigan at my cousin's wedding. She really should have checked with mc.org before planning her wedding. Sheesh.  Big hugs to 7 and lil' Isaac! |
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Post by Joan S on Sept 23, 2008 15:42:34 GMT -5
We'll miss you Chi..................can't wait to see everyone and I finally get to hold Isaac.
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Post by keysunset on Sept 23, 2008 17:06:41 GMT -5
Yea! This is sounding like a big fangirl reunion! I'm sending big hugs to all of y'all -- newbies, too! -- to have a wonderful time!
Yell really loud and give Marty a North Carolina fangirl hug from me, too, OK?!
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Post by Sharon (sdbrins) on Sept 23, 2008 20:39:04 GMT -5
Boy I sure wish I could get to this show. It sounds like it's going to be a really cool time. And it would be so good to see you all again! Oh and Marty too of course. |
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Post by mchammerhead on Sept 24, 2008 0:50:33 GMT -5
hey there!
Any locals out there that can suggest good places to eat & any "must see" places for me while I'm there? It's my 1st time to Chicago & I just don't want to fall into the tourist trap. I'd like to experience some Real Chicago! Thank You so much for any feedback!
I look forward to seeing you at the show!
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I look forward to seeing you at the show
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Post by HY on Sept 24, 2008 12:42:31 GMT -5
Where will you be staying while you're in Chicago?
The Arboretum is about 25-30 miles west of downtown Chicago - so it will depend on the amount of time you have to sightsee.
If you're staying near the Arboretum, in Lisle, then I would suggest visiting downtown Naperville - it's not far and they have a really nice Riverwalk near there. Naperville is where LH played the Last Fling in 2006.
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Post by kbgirlref on Sept 24, 2008 13:25:35 GMT -5
Looking forward to this!
Can't wait to meet Isaac, too!
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Post by sjjo1973 on Sept 24, 2008 23:11:36 GMT -5
so i hear fall is a great time to visit |
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Post by BBE on Sept 25, 2008 12:21:02 GMT -5
hey there! Any locals out there that can suggest good places to eat & any "must see" places for me while I'm there? It's my 1st time to Chicago & I just don't want to fall into the tourist trap. I'd like to experience some Real Chicago! Thank You so much for any feedback! I look forward to seeing you at the show! I I look forward to seeing you at the show Food: Portillo's Hot Dogs (many locations around town) is good for a great Chicago dog. Yummy! Pizza places: Pizzeria Uno or Due (same owners), or Gino's East are excellent choices. Check out Millenium Park and Grant Park to see not only some specatcular park design, but the buildings surrounding them have some of the most stunning architecture in the world. Chicago is known for its architectural treasures. In Millenium Park, you can stand in front of "The Bean" and take a self-portrait photo, with amusing results. ;D Of course, you have got to visit the lake. Some great spots to see it are: Oak Street Beach--Lake in front of you, high rises behind you, with the waves lapping at your feet. You can't get that just anywhere! Adler Planetarium--Go out onto the peninsula that Adler is on, and look back at the city. That's where so many skyline pics are taken. It's especially dramatic at sunset or at night. Navy Pier--Go all the way to the end, by the ballroom. You can stand there looking at the gorgeous old-time ballroom, with the lake in the background, and you can almost see the dancers from the big band era swirling around the floor, and walking the promenade outside. For a vibrant and hip scene, check out the Wicker Park neighborhood, located in the vicinity of Milwaukee, Damen, and Division. Lots of amazing shops and restaurants. I also suggest going to a large bookstore and picking up a Chicago city guide of some sort. Flip through that and look for whatever categories particulary interest you (museums, historical sites, art galleries, etc.) This city really does have something for everyone. Morton Arboretum is one of the most notable green spaces in the area, so you've got that one covered already. (Did I mention that I love Chicago?!  ) Have a great time enjoying the city! |
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Post by BBE on Sept 25, 2008 12:27:48 GMT -5
Here's an idea for later on Saturday night--Jessica Robinson (from RS:INXS and a Chicago native) and her band Covergurl are playing at Joe's at 10 PM.
Anyone up for going to that?
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Post by sjjo1973 on Sept 25, 2008 12:42:33 GMT -5
Here's an idea for later on Saturday night--Jessica Robinson (from RS:INXS and a Chicago native) and her band Covergurl are playing at Joe's at 10 PM. Anyone up for going to that? i would have taken you up on this but I already have plans w/kb,steph,susie to drive to normal to see Matt Hoffer's band Holding Mercury |
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