FOT Chicago: Best Show Meet Up?

[Sara from Chicago]

Yes! So the Ted Leo count is:

* Sara B.
* Tom McH.
* JBissell
* SwamiPat

I apologize if I should know your real human names, but I don't!

I think a second meetup in July with LJP would be excellent. AP Mike, would you be interested in meeting with some of your fans in June, or will you only be going to the festival?

[SwamiPat]

if you guys need something to do during the day on the 13th, check out the Hideout's SXSW send off party with Tyler Jon Tyler, Hollows, Mickey, Plastic Crime Wave, and a bunch of other bands.

[btof]

Yes! So the Ted Leo count is:

* Sara B.
* Tom McH.
* JBissell
* SwamiPat

I apologize if I should know your real human names, but I don't!

I think a second meetup in July with LJP would be excellent. AP Mike, would you be interested in meeting with some of your fans in June, or will you only be going to the festival?

I'm in for sure for Ted Leo and the rest.  I am however bad at remembering to look at the message board so if one of lets me know via twitter: www.twitter.com/btof or by emailing me at megan@the-hypocrites.com that would be awesome.  Thanks!

[Bernard]

I am in, along with my wife, for the meet-up afterwards, at least.  We're coming back Saturday night from a quick trip to Nashville and might not make it to the show.

My wife does not listen to TBS, so let's all do our best to make her feel inadequate.  Thanks in advance.

[Sara from Chicago]

Okay, so the Ted Leo count is:

*Sara B.
*Tom McH.
*JBissell
*SwamiPat
*BTOF (Megan)
*Bernard, and
*Mrs. Bernard

I'm researching places where we could go. If there are no younguns, that leaves bars open. Anyone have any suggestions for a place nearby?

[dave from knoxville]

I will be in Chicago on April 17th, 18th, and 19th. Will Ted Leo be there then?

[Sara from Chicago]

Dave, I doubt we can convince Ted to come back, but my fiance and I would love to meet you! Maybe we could have a second meet-up that coincides with your visit?

But let's talk about this Saturday! How does everyone feel about the Fulton Lounge? It's a few blocks away (955 W. Fulton). This should be a direct link to walking directions. My friend who lives in the area says it's a nice place and not too loud for talking.

If anyone wants to email me, it's leafmeal at gmail dot com. I'm also on Twitter as yellowcardigan. If you want to email on the day of the show, you should email Tom, because he has an iPhone and will have access to email, and I don't. He's tommchenry at gmail dot com.

Does this sound good for all involved? I feel like I kind of took charge of this thread, but um... I have the social planning gene, I can't help it. 

[Bernard]

I feel like I kind of took charge of this thread, but um... I have the social planning gene, I can't help it. 

WHAT?!?!  Don't apologize!  I'm glad you stepped up!

I still plan on making it and look forward to meeting everyone.  If you have trouble finding me, I'll be the awesome-looking guy.

[jbissell]

I'll be wearing my Kupperman Best Show shirt for ID purposes.

[Sara from Chicago]

Awesome. I'll be wearing my WFMU Radio Bear shirt.

JBissell, if you don't mind me asking, what is your human first name?

[Bernard]

Quick question: was the plan for a meet up before or after the show?

[Sara from Chicago]

After, right? Bernard, you had said you and your wife probably wouldn't get into town until during/after the show, so I thought after would be better.

[Bernard]

After, right? Bernard, you had said you and your wife probably wouldn't get into town until during/after the show, so I thought after would be better.

Yes, great!  I mean, I don't want it schedule around my accord or nuttin', but yeah we probably won't make it to the show.  So after is perfect!

[Sara from Chicago]

Since there are so few of us, it seems nonsensical and almost cruel to schedule it when two people can't be there.  I'm excited to meet you guys!

If anyone wants to exchange cell phone #s for night-of texting, just email me at the above address or DM me on Twitter (yellowcardigan). I have Megan/btof's number, so we'll be coordinating through text.

[jbissell]

JBissell, if you don't mind me asking, what is your human first name?

Jon