Guess who's coming to dinner. Breakfast. And lunch.

[gstark]

I'm booked to land in Melbourne on Friday morning next week, May 4, staying 2 nights in Lygon St. Where else would one choose to stay?



I'm coming down for the Jazz Festival - I have media accreditation - and seeing that PMA is on at the same time .... that was the kick that got me over the line.

I need to look at scheduling, but I'm thinking of an attack on PMA on Saturday afternoon, and a breakfast minimeet in Carlton on Sunday, before I head back to Sydney.

For the breakfast meet, there's a place just off Lygon ... does all manner of things; looks to be in an old warehouse sort of building ... I think it would be ideal for us.

Can anyone remember the name of that place?

Does anyone have any other thoughts on these ideas of mine?

[gstark]

Can anyone remember the name of that place?

Thresherman's!

[Alex]

Hi Gary,

Sounds great. Not sure about PMA, but I should be available for a breakfast meet on Sunday, would be nice to catch up.

Welcome to Melbourne.

Alex

[gstark]

Great, Alex. Looking forward to this.

Others?

[blinkblink]

I can either do the PMA thing or breakfast on Sunday but sadly not both.

I might be inclined to do breakfast. If I go to the PMA I'll see a bunch of stuff that I can't afford.

Unless we met for lunch before on the Saturday.

Chris

[Nnnnsic]

Chris, the last time PMA was in Sydney, it wasn't all that impressive.

I got an... SD holding pouch (woot)... that sadly wouldn't fit my DS cartridges...

[blinkblink]

There's gotta be more than 3 of us. You can't expect Alex and I to deal with Gary by ourselves can you?



Chris

[sheepie]

Gary's feeling very wanted right now

[Greg B]

Gary, I am completely out of play on Sunday.

However, Saturday is another matter. I could probably do PMA for the early afternoon anyway. Maybe lunch first?

[gstark]

Lunch and PMA may work ...

There's a Gary Burton workshop in the early afternoon though ...

Then again, I don't play vibes.

I've not even had a close look at the MJF schedule as yet ...

[rflower]

Hi Gary,

It would be good to catch up. Saturday would be better for me as well I reckon.

Russell

[Greg B]

Sorry Gary, I am not going to be able to catch up on Saturday either.

The reason Sunday is out is that we have a bunch of people coming over for lunch on Sunday. While in theory I could get out for a few hours on Saturday, the fact is that there will be a fair bit of stuff to do. I predict an unhappy GLW if I suggest it - with good reason.

Hope the Jazz festival goes well

cheers

[rmp]

Could be interested in Sunday morning. Any more details?

cheer

[DaveB]

I'm booked up with teaching and social engagements for Saturday, but breakfast on Sunday sounds interesting (I'd probably head down to PMA afterwards).

[gstark]

Details ...


Saturday.

What time does PMA open to the public? Midday, isn't it?

There's a Frank Gambale masterclass @ JazzFest @ 15:30; That's at The Edge, in Federation Square.

Where's PMA? The Convention centre? What amn I looking at - a ten minute cab ride from PMA to Fed Square?

Sunday,

We should do breakfast at Thresherman's, just off Lygon. Probably 9-ish.

Any of this making any sense?

[methd]

Details ...


Saturday.
Where's PMA? The Convention centre? What amn I looking at - a ten minute cab ride from PMA to Fed Square?

I'm busy this weekend....

but u can walk from fed square to the convention centre in ten min... or catch a tram down flinders for about the same time.

[Oz_Beachside]

Just saw this thread, Gary I look forward to meeting with you.

Sunday breakfast might work for me.

[gstark]

Bruce,

That would be great!

[Louie]

Can newbies come too??! I even have most of this weekend off work and everything, most unusual.
Would be great to catch up and meet some people from the forum and Lygon Street - always good.

Cheers, Elena

[gstark]

Elena,

Of course.

I'd be thrilled to meet you.

I'll post some more details shortly .... just finishing Tuesday's radio show.

[Nnnnsic]

Would someone with a camera please take some pictures. I'd love to have a non-Sydney event in Chimp for the next issue.

[methd]

Would someone with a camera please take some pictures. I'd love to have a non-Sydney event in Chimp for the next issue.

a photography forum meet with no camera would be a worry - i'm confident someone will bring a camera

[MHD]

I Should be able to make the Bfast... just need to check with the minister for war and finance

[Alex]

Are we doing it as a couples thing or members only, breakfast I mean?

Alex

[PiroStitch]

sorry but i won't be able to attend this one. Unfortunate as I'd really like to meet Gary. Hope you have a great trip and meet with the members Gary.

Btw, met Herbie Hancock last night One helluva friendly guy!

[gstark]

Scott,

It'll be great to catch up with you again.

Here's what I'm thinking right now.

Saturday: PMA around midday.

Sunday, breakkie at Thresherman's; 9-ish. It's Sundbloodyday, after all.


I'm staying at the Downtowner on Lygon, and 0400817042 will find me.

Just had lunch with Greg, and left a bag of goodies with him, for dissemination at a dinner meet or whatever you people feel appropriate.

I'm slightly internet challenged here - the hotel website says wireless internet. Doesn't tell you that you have to pay, and every other hotel in the chain that I've stayed at has free internet.

Oh well ...

[Louie]

Damn the hotel internet connections, they must be trying to tell you to go out and enjoy the sights!

Have logged onto a site for the PMA and got my free admission - it all counts - probably won't be able to make it until mid-afternoon (not allowed in until after 2pm anyway)

Looking forward to meeting you!

Cheers, Elena

[Greg B]

Folks, just got on to leave Gary's message about times, but looks like he has had a breakthrough. Good stuff.

Yes, we had a most enjoyable lunch. I am only sorry I can't get to PMA tomorrow or breakfast on Sunday, but I hope you all have a good time.

[gstark]

Damn the hotel internet connections, they must be trying to tell you to go out and enjoy the sights!

Have logged onto a site for the PMA and got my free admission - it all counts - probably won't be able to make it until mid-afternoon (not allowed in until after 2pm anyway)

Looking forward to meeting you!

Cheers, Elena

2pm start?

Anyone for lunch beforehand?

Let's stick with around Midday as the meeting time, gives us time to lunch and chat and shoot before the comedy relief starts.

[Louie]

According to my ticket it is trade access only from 10:30 - 2pm, then all welcome from 2pm - 6pm.

I have a meeting at work all morning which prob won't finish until after lunch but will call to find out where you are if it manages to finish early ... stranger things have happened .....

[gstark]

Tickets??

I've not even looked at mine yet.

[Oscar]

So what's the weather like down there?

[Alex]

Hi Gary,

Will see you at 9ish at Thrashman's on Sunday. Not sure if I will come alone or with the other half.

See you there.

Alex

[gstark]

Mick,

Surprisingly warm. Nearly as warm as in Sinney.

Alex, great.

[MHD]

Sounds great...

Look forward to meeting some more Melbourne members tomorrow!

[MHD]

Details ...


Saturday.

What time does PMA open to the public? Midday, isn't it?

There's a Frank Gambale masterclass @ JazzFest @ 15:30; That's at The Edge, in Federation Square.

Where's PMA? The Convention centre? What amn I looking at - a ten minute cab ride from PMA to Fed Square?

Sunday,

We should do breakfast at Thresherman's, just off Lygon. Probably 9-ish.

Any of this making any sense?

Where, "Just off Lygon st" is Thresherman's

[MHD]

Alex: My other 1/2 and little MHD will be coming as well...

[Alex]

Alex: My other 1/2 and little MHD will be coming as well...

Cool, Scott. We'll bring our little one also . Looking forward to meeting you all there.

Alex

[gstark]

Details ...


Saturday.

What time does PMA open to the public? Midday, isn't it?

There's a Frank Gambale masterclass @ JazzFest @ 15:30; That's at The Edge, in Federation Square.

Where's PMA? The Convention centre? What amn I looking at - a ten minute cab ride from PMA to Fed Square?

Sunday,

We should do breakfast at Thresherman's, just off Lygon. Probably 9-ish.

Any of this making any sense?

Where, "Just off Lygon st" is Thresherman's

About three blocks from my hotel, uni side.

I'll post the address later (if nobody beats me to this in the interim).

[Nnnnsic]

It's up one of the roads that's literally next to the university around Lygon St if I recall.

[Alex]

Thresherman's

221 Faraday St
Carlton VIC 3053


Cheers
Alex

[!~DeViNe~DaRkNeSs~!]

sorry guys i cant make it tomorrow for brekkie....but was good to see garry today.......couldnt miss him at the show hehe
Have fun
Jeremy

[Oz_Beachside]

was good to meet Gary, and Louie. And see some friends at breakfast today, Scott, Dave, and Alex.

Here's the aftermath of a Babychino...