Philly GTG for 2010

[Taffi Abernathy]

Hi Everybody,

Hope you had a great holiday season. Last year we got together on April 4th and that general timeframe seemed to work well for almost everyone. This year I'm thinking about Sat., April 3rd or the following Sat., April 10th for our GTG. (I also want to alert you to the fact that April 4th is Easter Sunday for those of you who celebrate. I didn't know if that would be a deterrent.) I like Jim's idea of meeting in Center City but what's your thinking about this? It might seem far off, but it's 90 days away. Please vote for which date will work better with your schedule, and let's get some ideas out there for restaurants.

[Latrodectus]

How far is York from you? We meet there in June...

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=84358

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by Latrodectus

How far is York from you? We meet there in June...

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=84358

I am aware of that GTG and actually posted on that thread. Philly GTG is independent of that one, but no doubt there will be some who attend both. For example, Dan came to our Philly GTG last year and will hopefully attend again this year in addition to coordinatiing the York one.

[diversified]

I got a feeling there will be alot of "no shows" if we do this on Easter weekend.
I'm for the 10th in Center City, perhaps "Chinatown", I'm feeling some Dim Sum, spiced chicken corn soup and Peking Duck, then maybe a trek down to Jewelers Row. However, I know that isn't going to go over too good with some people because of the parking and eating Chinese, so I'm open.
BTW Herm and Dan, I got a good tale of woe for you from this New Years Eve weekend, I concerns an acquaintence from the Mid-West and a stalker. You'll get a kick out of it.
Also, "Abernathy", After seeing some of your most recent threads, I've come to the conclusion that you are in need of a new appropriate user log-on. I'll let you know of this new suggested name at the GTG.

[unclesallie]

Originally Posted by diversified

I got a feeling there will be alot of "no shows" if we do this on Easter weekend.
I'm for the 10th in Center City, perhaps "Chinatown", I'm feeling some Dim Sum, spiced chicken corn soup and Peking Duck, then maybe a trek down to Jewelers Row. However, I know that isn't going to go over too good with some people because of the parking and eating Chinese, so I'm open.
BTW Herm and Dan, I got a good tale of woe for you from this New Years Eve weekend, I concerns an acquaintence from the Mid-West and a stalker. You'll get a kick out of it.Also, "Abernathy", After seeing some of your most recent threads, I've come to the conclusion that you are in need of a new appropriate user log-on. I'll let you know of this new suggested name at the GTG.

Hmmm...please send a PM, my interest is awakened. I'm planning a lot of stuff in April, and planning for June for the NAWCC National/TRF York GTG starts in earnest very soon. I'm amenable to any date you guys pick, and downtown Philly is fine. Two great restaurants, not on 'Jewelers' Row' but not too far is: Cuba Libre(best Mohitos in Da Woild) and Fork.
But, really, you guys plan it, and I'll try and be there.

Happy New Year!!

[Taffi Abernathy]

My recommendation for a restaurant is "The White Dog Cafe" located in restaurant row in University City. Someone last year raised the issue of difficulty parking in this vicinity, but let me reassure you there is no difficulty on a Saturday. I am very fond of this place because the food is eclectic and very good. It has a wonderful ambience and exudes warmth, in a word, it's just charming.

www.whitedogcafe.com

P.S. Dan, just got your PM and returned it.

[Taffi Abernathy]

Good news! I heard from Walt and Russ and both will be attending the GTG. (I look forward to seeing you guys, it was a blast last time. Any particular restaurant you want to suggest?) Take care, Faith

[Triple Black 88]

Hey Faith, good to hear from you again. Count me in. Any day/date if fine with me, I'll be there.

Thanks,
Steve

[iSellJerseyShore]

I'm in! I voted for 4/10...



-Frankie

[diversified]

"YO FRANK", Good to see you decided to cross the river. Just gas up when you leave, don't want to hear about you getting car jacked in Camden getting gas. Hope to see you there.

[nyyankees]

If I can work it into my schedule I would really like to be part of this!

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by nyyankees

If I can work it into my schedule I would really like to be part of this!

Great, you are most welcome to join us. Check back with us at the beginning of April to confirm since we'll need to make reservations for everyone in attendance. In the interim, check this thread periodically for updates, changes, etc. Take care, Faith

[tifosi]

I voted 4/10.
Center City Philly works for me. I think Jewelers Row would be fun.

[PA_Prince]

I'm new to all of this. What's involved in a GTG?

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by PA_Prince

I'm new to all of this. What's involved in a GTG?

A group of TRFers meet for lunch and to look at, big surprise, Rolexes. We are likely to meet on April 10th in Center City, but have not yet decided where to have lunch. You are most welcome to join us. Just post on this thread within the first few days of April letting us know whether you'll attend so we can put in a reservation for you in the restaurant.

[nocampo]

Hello all,

was the date and time already set? thanks

-Nelson

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by nocampo

Hello all,

was the date and time already set? thanks

-Nelson

Hi Nelson,

It appears that Sat., April 10th will be the date we meet, but as of this entry, no restaurant has been chosen. I invited a number of members, but if this year is similar to last, some people won't know about their availability until we get closer to that date. I hope you can join us, the more the merrier. Take care, Faith

[Taffi Abernathy]

Bump

[meloncap78]

Doing some thinking on this one. Not sure which GTG I would be attending. One of them for sure.

~ Joshua

[nocampo]

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

Hi Nelson,

It appears that Sat., April 10th will be the date we meet, but as of this entry, no restaurant has been chosen. I invited a number of members, but if this year is similar to last, some people won't know about their availability until we get closer to that date. I hope you can join us, the more the merrier. Take care, Faith

Faith,

See you all when the time comes!
Thanks for the info.

-Nelson

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by nocampo

Faith,

See you all when the time comes!
Thanks for the info.

-Nelson

So happy you'll be joining us, Nelson!!!

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by meloncap78

Doing some thinking on this one. Not sure which GTG I would be attending. One of them for sure.

~ Joshua

Joshua,

It would be wonderful if you could attend. If you find you are able to make it, just post on this thread within the first few days of April since I need a head count. Take care, Faith

[hba]

I haven't been on the site a lot lately, but I will attend gtg when ever it is and where ever we chose to have it.
wouldn't miss it !

Herman

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by hba

I haven't been on the site a lot lately, but I will attend gtg when ever it is and where ever we chose to have it.
wouldn't miss it !

Herman

So glad to hear you'll be joining us, Herman. Looks like the gang from last year will all be there. Do you have any ideas for restaurants in or around Center City? If so, put it our there. Faith

P.S. Come to think of it, I haven't heard from Jack. Does anyone have his e-mail or number?

[Taffi Abernathy]

Please let your restaurant choices be known so we can take a poll. Thanks, guys.

[Subfiend]

I am on the road a lot these days but I will try to be there on either Saturday.

[Taffi Abernathy]

Thus far, here's the list of attendees (and possible attendees) . . .

1. Herman

2. Jim

3. Walt

4. Steve

5. Nelson

6. Dan

7. Frankie

8. Russ

9. New York Yankees

10. Subfiend

11. Joshua

12. Faith

[diversified]

OK Gal and Guys, were getting close to the date and here we are again making Faith do all the work. Its been 5 years since I roamed the streets of Center City Phila. and I'm forgetting half the places I used to haunt that can accomodate us at lunch time without shoving us out the door in 30 minutes. So here is an idea. How about a diner. Plenty of parking, usually have large tables or seperate rooms to accomodate us, menus with every thing in the world for any ones taste and normally couldn't care less how long we stay.

A few I can think of in differant locations are:

1. South Street Diner - South St.

2. Oregon Diner - South Phila.

3. Country Club Diner - Roosevelt Blvd.

4. Country Squire Diner - Western Delaware County

5. Villanova Diner - Villanova

6. King of Prussia Diner - KOP

Just a thought, I'm still ok with a Center City place if we can come up with one.

[Taffi Abernathy]

Hey Jim,

If you don't mind, I'd like to add one more diner to your rather inclusive list -EVERYBODY WHO KNOWS GOES TO MELROSE!

[tifosi]

I think Jim has a pretty good idea with the diner....hmmmmm...trying to think of a diner in the area with a separate area we can sit in as it looks like it may be a good turnout (hopefully)