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CPF Meeting(s) Discussion Thread 5/31/08

Kong76 Feb 15 2008 12:34 PM

In the spirit of the Blue Tarp Lounge, various Virgil's meetings, the Acme Grill, Bobby V's, that other joint in Times Square (the name escapes me), etc. I'd like to start a discussion on two possible meet-ups for 2008. A spring-training March meeting and a get-your-own-tickets-to-a-game-we- all-can-go-to and have a big-ass tailgate party to send off the Old Girl one last time is what I'm sayin'. For the March meeting, I think maybe we need to do something a little dif- ferent to garner more interest. Anyone have any ideas? As far as the game goes, I think a Saturday night game would be best since it's generally an off-day and we can all meet mid-afternoon and ease on into the night. Again, anyone have any ideas? Don't be bashful, chime in NOW!!!

Valadius Feb 15 2008 12:36 PM

I need to get on the phone with the Mets and set a date for when I'm throwing out the first pitch. That would be a great game to meet up with you guys for.

Kong76 Feb 15 2008 12:42 PM

If you get a choice, pick a Saturday night!

themetfairy Feb 15 2008 12:42 PM

A Sunday game would be better for us. We have a Sunday plan this year, and it would be hard to go on a Saturday night and then back on a Sunday. I'll be out of town the weekend of March 22-23, but otherwise I should be able to make a lunch. Val - why are you throwing out a first pitch?

Kong76 Feb 15 2008 12:44 PM

Shot down in 8 minutes, a new record!

themetfairy Feb 15 2008 12:46 PM

Not shooting down. Redirecting. It's not like you don't have experience running Sunday tailgate parties.

AG/DC Feb 15 2008 12:52 PM

Hah, she redirected you. Like you have autism or alzheimer's or something.

Kong76 Feb 15 2008 01:10 PM Edited 1 time(s), most recently on Feb 15 2008 01:11 PM

Hah, I suppose arguments could be made that I have either or both at times. One problem with Sunday is that if we are to spend two-three hours of quality time together people have to show up at 9 or 10 in the morning instead of 3 or 4 on a Saturday afternoon. We'll see if there's a consensus, like the fairy said I have been sighted in East Rutherford at all kinds of early hours on a Sunday morning. Which reminds me ... is the Chinese Roasting Box still around, JCL?

Valadius Feb 15 2008 01:10 PM

Metfairy: [url]http://cranepoolforum.net/phpbb2/viewtopic.php?t=6524[/url]

themetfairy Feb 15 2008 01:14 PM

Very cool Val - that's a great gift from your dad!

soupcan Feb 15 2008 01:17 PM

Did Yogi ever call your dad?

John Cougar Lunchbucket Feb 15 2008 01:17 PM

The Box has not been in Action since that Jets game. We are thinking of busting it out again this summer at some point but prolly won't take it on the road. Smokey Joe will travel though. I'm good for whatever game is convenient for you guys. Preseason lunch is ok with me too. If you want we could align it with a televised preseason game at a bar that will show such.

Kong76 Feb 15 2008 01:26 PM

The box is kinda large to be transportin' and I agree that it was fun to have the Mets game on at that place that I can't remember the name of. Another consideration is if AG, Willet, and others can be in town on a given weekend for both occasions.

AG/DC Feb 15 2008 01:29 PM

Opus 40.

Kong76 Feb 15 2008 01:40 PM

Forgot about that option.

Valadius Feb 15 2008 01:42 PM

You know what, I'll ask him. I'll get back to you on that.

Farmer Ted Feb 15 2008 01:51 PM

I am a follower in this directive. Name it and I will come out of the Boonies. Need to sit in that big blue semi-horse shoe one more time myself, Toddler Ted included (her first and last time).

Gwreck Feb 15 2008 03:10 PM

I think these are the two best options: Saturday, May 31 vs. Los Angeles. 3:55 Gametime. Saturday, June 14 vs. Texas. 7:10 Gametime. I think once we get further into the summer it'll be tougher to get everyone together. Plus, these are at least the "Silver" games and somewhat less expensive (upper deck = $20/seat). I would also be in for the preseason lunch. Sunday March 16 game vs. Detroit (good matchup!) will be on SNY. We want to avoid the following weekend 'cause that's Easter weekend...and the prior Sunday is when single-game tickets go on sale.

Willets Point Feb 15 2008 03:38 PM

Saturdays are nice for us out-of-town folk so we can make a weekend of it and not get back ridiculously late on a Sunday night.

Kong76 Feb 15 2008 04:01 PM

I like Gwrecks take.

Rockin' Doc Feb 15 2008 04:24 PM

I agree with Willets that a Saturday game is generally best for those of us that may (hopefully) be attending from out of town.

Kong76 Feb 23 2008 08:31 AM

Anyone give any more thought to this? That May 31st late-afternoon game is barking out to me as a great tail- gating meet-up game.

themetfairy Feb 23 2008 08:34 AM

We're definitely out for that weekend - that's D-Dad's college reunion (and he's on the reunion committee, so there's no way he's missing that).

Kong76 Feb 23 2008 08:42 AM

The man's sense of priorities is seriously out of whack.

Farmer Ted Feb 23 2008 03:41 PM

I can do the 31st.

Rockin' Doc Feb 23 2008 06:20 PM

I really want to get back to Shea before they tear her down. The May 31st game has great possibilities for our family.

seawolf17 Feb 23 2008 06:24 PM

Count me in for three for the 31st.

Farmer Ted Feb 23 2008 06:55 PM

Mets.com shows no tickets for sale for that game. WTF?

Kong76 Feb 23 2008 07:32 PM

They're really pushing (milking) packages and plans, single games don't go on sale until 3/9 if I remember the date right.

Gwreck Feb 23 2008 10:07 PM

KC is right, 3/9 is the date. I am of course in for that date as well.

Farmer Ted Feb 24 2008 10:31 AM

Hmm, looks like tix are available for other game with a green T icon.

Gwreck Feb 24 2008 10:57 AM

Because the Mets are selling upper reserved seats to "selected" games ahead of time. General sales for all games begins Sunday 3/9.

sharpie Feb 25 2008 08:35 AM

The 5/31 game probably works for me. I'm generally about the next few weeks so a ST lunch thing would probably also work.

Rockin' Doc Feb 27 2008 11:30 AM

The May 31st game is slated for a cap giveaway (sponsored by Verizon) for the first 25,000 fans.

seawolf17 Feb 27 2008 01:22 PM

I think the CPF should sponsor a giveaway. How expensive could that be? A couple dozen thousand bucks?

DocTee Feb 27 2008 02:47 PM

Mebbe we can get Johnny to let us have 25K free copies of his book for distribution?

John Cougar Lunchbucket Feb 27 2008 03:00 PM

That would clst me 12.5K I don't have, no thanks.

holychicken Feb 27 2008 03:11 PM

John Cougar Lunchbucket wrote: That would clst me 12.5K I don't have, no thanks. So.. .you don't love us? is that it? IS THAT IT? /cries

themetfairy Feb 27 2008 03:21 PM

Now that he's big and famous he's too good for the likes of us....

soupcan Feb 27 2008 03:36 PM

$0.50 a book? How come we didn't get offered that price? Cheap bastage.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Feb 27 2008 03:40 PM

I suck at math -- how ironic! $175K I mean

DocTee Feb 27 2008 04:37 PM

I just assumed the 50 cents per book was what JD made after everyone else got their share.

Kong76 Feb 27 2008 06:29 PM

Looking forward to 5/31, good luck to everyone getting tickets. We'll talk about tail-gaiting when it gets closer. If there's interest in a ST Manhattan meeting I guess I'll leave it for someone else to try and corral the troops. It also occurs to me that perhaps a September game might be a good idea too for those who can't make May and it is the last freakin' year at Shea. We need camp counselors, not campers ... don't be bashful.

themetfairy Feb 27 2008 06:37 PM

How about Sunday, Sept. 14th, against the Braves? I can't plan on the 7th (it's my daughter's birthday), and the 30th is going to be a hard ticket to get, but the 14th should be reasonably available.

Kong76 Feb 28 2008 02:59 PM

I'm ok with that unless it's the Jets home opener date. Not a big fan of trotting out to Shea on a Sunday night and Mets/Braves in September may very well end up being important enough for it to be moved. I said September, but the Sunday August games are probably ok with me too.

Gwreck Feb 28 2008 03:16 PM

KC wrote: If there's interest in a ST Manhattan meeting I guess I'll leave it for someone else to try and corral the troops. It also occurs to me that perhaps a September game might be a good idea too for those who can't make May and it is the last freakin' year at Shea. We need camp counselors, not campers ... don't be bashful. Ok. Sunday, March 16. 12:30 PM. ESPN Zone. 1472 Broadway New York, NY 10036 (212) 921-3776 http://espnzone.com/newyork/ Mets vs. Detroit on SNY at 1:10 PM. Who's in?

themetfairy Feb 28 2008 03:18 PM

KC wrote: I'm ok with that unless it's the Jets home opener date. Not a big fan of trotting out to Shea on a Sunday night and Mets/Braves in September may very well end up being important enough for it to be moved. I said September, but the Sunday August games are probably ok with me too. OK, but I can't make the last Sunday game in August.

Kong76 Feb 28 2008 03:30 PM

Gw: >>>Who's in?<<< I'm probably good with that too. Silly story ... last time I was at the Zone my wife and her friend ran into Richard Thomas as we were approaching it. They were like, "you're, you're!" and he slowed to a near stop and replied "yes, I am!" and he kept on walking. Me and my friend got a kick out of them not asking for a phone picture or an autograph or at least giving him a, "good night John Boy" as he faded into the crowd and all they could utter was, "you're, you're" to him.

soupcan Feb 28 2008 03:45 PM

Gosh - do half the people on this board even know who Richard Thomas is (was)? When The Waltons was at its height of popularity, my parents went out to dinner one night and returned home with a menu upon which Richard Thomas had affixed his autograph. They were thrilled to have met the then well-known TV star and my sister and I thought it was just the coolest. RE: ESPN Zone - Would love to, but stag time on weekends just ain't in the family plan for the past 11 and next 6-7 years. I do plan to be at that 5/31 game if that's still the plan.

SteveJRogers Feb 28 2008 03:59 PM

Gwreck wrote: ="KC"]If there's interest in a ST Manhattan meeting I guess I'll leave it for someone else to try and corral the troops. It also occurs to me that perhaps a September game might be a good idea too for those who can't make May and it is the last freakin' year at Shea. We need camp counselors, not campers ... don't be bashful. Ok. Sunday, March 16. 12:30 PM. ESPN Zone. 1472 Broadway New York, NY 10036 (212) 921-3776 http://espnzone.com/newyork/ Who's in? Uh G, now I don't know how far from Times Square you live, but that is the same date as the Cranepool League draft.

Nymr83 Feb 28 2008 04:20 PM

draft is 5:45 that day. i suppose you could find an internet cafe or something along those lines if you didnt live in manhattan AND were intent on doing both.

SteveJRogers Feb 28 2008 04:26 PM

Nymr83 wrote: draft is 5:45 that day. i suppose you could find an internet cafe or something along those lines if you didnt live in manhattan AND were intent on doing both. Do internet cafes still exist? That being said, I'm sure there are scores of WiFi hot spots at various coffee shops and bookstores.

Kong76 Feb 28 2008 04:47 PM

Funny how threads go, I'm sure Gw can make it home for the draft. Steve too if he plans on joining us. Good night, Erin - in my dreams back then.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Feb 28 2008 07:15 PM

] ESPN Zone - Would love to, but stag time on weekends just ain't in the family plan for the past 11 and next 6-7 years. I do plan to be at that 5/31 game if that's still the plan. Bring the kids, they'll have fun. I'm up for most whatever.

soupcan Feb 28 2008 07:27 PM

John Cougar Lunchbucket wrote: Bring the kids, they'll have fun. I'm sure they would - I wouldn't. I'll bring my oldest with me to the game in May.

Gwreck Feb 28 2008 08:21 PM

I actually do live close enough to make it home, although given that I'm not in the CPF Fantasy League, I had no idea a draft was even taking place. New plan: Saturday, March 8. Same details as above. Mets vs. Marlins on Channel 11.

Kong76 Mar 03 2008 04:21 PM

So is it Sat 3/8 or Sun 3/16? I'm good either way, but I need to plan my office hours for the week and if I'm working on Saturday.

themetfairy Mar 03 2008 04:25 PM

I can't do the 8th, but I'm open on the 16th.

Vic Sage Mar 03 2008 04:46 PM

i'm good either day. The draft on 3/16 isn't till 5:45pm and i could make it home by then.

Nymr83 Mar 03 2008 05:53 PM

do you guys want me to check and see if the draft can be made a few hours later? this wasn't an option when i signed up but "better" draft timeshave opened up in past years after initial registration. bring it up in the fantasy baseball forum if this is a concern, i dont want to hijack this thread.

Kong76 Mar 05 2008 01:36 PM

Seems there are a bunch who can make it both days. Maybe we should vote until Thurs 9:00 pm so we know what's going on? I vote for the 16th, but will show up if the 8th wins. Don't forget to order your May tickets this Sunday. Last call. If not, see ya at Citi in 2009 ...

themetfairy Mar 05 2008 01:46 PM

I can make the 16th, so that's my vote.

AG/DC Mar 05 2008 01:50 PM

I vote for the dirty thirty-first.

sharpie Mar 05 2008 01:58 PM

16th is better than the 8th for me but not sure about either. The game on the 31st sounds good. It would be nice if there were a contingent sitting together instead of us all getting separate seats. I would be in on a groupsit if that is possible.

Gwreck Mar 05 2008 02:16 PM

Groupsit logistics are tough. And require a financial commitment from somebody, and then getting paid back. Figured it was too difficult to arrange that. I am in for the 16th at the ESPN Zone as well.

Gwreck Mar 05 2008 02:23 PM Edited 1 time(s), most recently on Mar 05 2008 03:27 PM

Updated for clarity's sake: CPF Meeting - Regular Season Los Angeles Dodgers at New York Mets Shea Stadium Saturday, May 31, 2008 3:55 PM Gametime ?? PM Tailgatetime IN: KC Gwreck Soupcan Sharpie AG/DC seawolf17 Farmer Ted ???: JC Lunchbucket Rockin' Doc Willets Point OUT (Regrettably): themetfairy CPF Meeting - Spring Training ESPN Zone Sunday, March 16. 12:30 PM. ESPN Zone. 1472 Broadway (Times Square) New York, NY 10036 (212) 921-3776 http://espnzone.com/newyork/ Mets vs. Tigers on SNY at 1:10 PM IN: Gwreck KC themetfairy + D-Dad ???: J.C. Lunchbucket sharpie OUT, Regrettably: Soupcan Farmer Ted

sharpie Mar 05 2008 02:26 PM

Without some groupsit not sure I would make it to the 31st. Unless Lenny makes it to the game with me and that's no lead-pipe cinch (16-year-olds often have other priorities than spending a day with dad) then I'd be on my own and while that isn't not-fun, it isn't as-fun.

themetfairy Mar 05 2008 02:48 PM

I'm in for the Zone on the 16th.

Kong76 Mar 05 2008 03:05 PM

I know Edgy doesn't like to answer direct questions (sorry to pick on you on your birthday) but he's in for the dirty thirty-first which I take to be the 5/31 game then that's one or two tickets right there. Sharpie and Edge know each other, reach out and get some tickets together. I have a single ticket already, but if there's interest in getting a small block I might do that instead but we need communication before Sunday 3/9 at 9 am.

Farmer Ted Mar 05 2008 03:11 PM

16th not a go.

themetfairy Mar 05 2008 03:25 PM

D-Dad can join us on the 16th.

Vic Sage Mar 05 2008 04:20 PM

i think i'm in. have to clear it with mrs. sage.

Kong76 Mar 05 2008 04:37 PM

I got my days messed up, I have single Sun games not 5/31.

SteveJRogers Mar 05 2008 06:12 PM

Put me down for maybe on both.

Rockin' Doc Mar 05 2008 07:47 PM

If we aren't able to buy a block of tickets for everyone, which I know is a big headache for the person coordinating the tickets, can we at least designate a particular section for everyone to purchase their tickets in? I'm 90% sure that I'll be coming up for the game. Unfortunately, it is the weekend before final exames for my daughter, so my wife and daughter are out. My son may be able to accompany me, but we're really not really sure about his schedule at this point. My present plan is to purchase two tickets in hopes that my son can accompany me. If he can't, then I hope to convince one of my buddies (none of whom are really baseball fans) to go with me for a free weekend in NYC with tailgating and a game. I really don't want to travel close to 500 miles to atend the game by myself.

holychicken Mar 06 2008 07:18 AM

I'm in for both of those dates.

seawolf17 Mar 06 2008 07:37 AM

Out for the Zone, but still in for May 31.

Kong76 Mar 06 2008 07:44 AM

I'm assuming from the list change that Edge and Sharpie made arrangements? Rockin, I'll get you two tickets with KB and I on Sunday morning if that works for you. LMK via PM or email.

AG/DC Mar 06 2008 07:54 AM

I havne't made arrangements yet. I'll swing something this week.

Kong76 Mar 06 2008 08:09 AM

If Edgy and Sharpie want me to include them in a strip lmk how many to get and I'll get them Sunday morning all together. That would be about my limit for getting group seating money-wise.

seawolf17 Mar 06 2008 08:34 AM

Kase, what level seats are you buying? I can front you money for our seats if you'd like. Is this a Bronze game? Value game? Silver game? I have no idea of the pricing levels, and I can't seem to find them on the site.

Kong76 Mar 06 2008 09:34 AM

Best available. My guess is they'll be in Mezz reserved in the outfield. I email your yoohoo account.

Gwreck Mar 06 2008 10:20 AM Edited 1 time(s), most recently on Mar 06 2008 02:41 PM

Updated for clarity's sake: CPF Meeting - Regular Season Los Angeles Dodgers at New York Mets Shea Stadium Saturday, May 31, 2008 3:55 PM Gametime ?? PM Tailgatetime IN: KC Gwreck Soupcan Sharpie AG/DC seawolf17 Farmer Ted holychicken Mendoza Line ???: JC Lunchbucket Rockin' Doc Willets Point SteveJRogers Vic Sage OUT (Regrettably): themetfairy CPF Meeting - Spring Training ESPN Zone Sunday, March 16. 12:30 PM. ESPN Zone. 1472 Broadway (Times Square) New York, NY 10036 (212) 921-3776 http://espnzone.com/newyork/ Mets vs. Tigers on SNY at 1:10 PM IN: Gwreck KC themetfairy + D-Dad holychicken ???: J.C. Lunchbucket sharpie SteveJRogers Vic Sage OUT, Regrettably: Soupcan Farmer Ted seawolf17 Mendoza Line Willets Point --- The 31st is a "Silver" game. $35 Mezz Reserved/Upper Box. $20 Upper Reserved.

Willets Point Mar 06 2008 10:53 AM

You can put down as Out for March 16. I'm also up for a Braves game in September.

Mendoza Line Mar 06 2008 12:13 PM

I haven't been posting much lately, but I'm up for the pre-game tailgate on May 31. Not free for the 3/16 ST game at ESPN Zone, unfortunately.

Farmer Ted Mar 06 2008 12:48 PM

Single game tix go on sale at 9 am on Sunday. My Firefox will be fully loaded. Anyone planning to see the Mets in Pittsburgh this year?

Edgy DC Mar 07 2008 06:06 PM

You can lock me in for a ticket. The missus-to-be is checking out her schedule so she's on the fence.

Kong76 Mar 09 2008 07:36 AM

Thus far, a half hour of trying to get 10 together anywhere but like row eighteen of the upper reserve has been futile. I'll keep trying every ten minutes until around 11 as tickets are looked at and released otherwise we'll be sitting in the clouds.

Farmer Ted Mar 09 2008 07:38 AM

I'm in the upper boxes, right field. Tried to get a big block of 8 but found 3 together for me and my peeps.

Kong76 Mar 09 2008 09:23 AM

I gave up around 11:10 on getting anything lower and got sec 8 wayyyy up. What I find frustrating is what they consider best available might not be what I'm willing to settle for up in the red seats. I'd much rather sit in row B way out in the outfield but whatever. They sell from the middle out to keep from opening all the concessions if at all possible is what I think although this should be a heavily ticketed game. Anyway, the company will be good.

AG/DC Mar 09 2008 10:01 AM

Section 8: The Klinger section.

Gwreck Mar 09 2008 10:51 AM

Section 8 Upper Reserved is where my Saturday seats are. Perfect!

Farmer Ted Mar 09 2008 11:10 AM

We're in upper box, 38. More interested in the tailgate and pre-game festivities. The game is just incidental.

SteveJRogers Mar 09 2008 11:13 AM

Somewhere in Loge 4 apparently.

Mendoza Line Mar 09 2008 06:05 PM

Loge 7, row L. See you then!

seawolf17 Mar 09 2008 07:11 PM

Might this be the biggest CPF gathering ever? Certainly the largest since I've been around.

Kong76 Mar 09 2008 07:20 PM

sea: >>>Might this be the biggest CPF gathering ever?<<< yup ©

Farmer Ted Mar 09 2008 08:45 PM

Maybe bigger than the picnic.

holychicken Mar 10 2008 08:13 AM

I got unexpectedly called into work on Sunday morning and, of course, stupid ConEd wasn't ready even though they insisted we come ASAP. Sat around for four hours. Stupid ConEd. But anyway. . .I didn't buy any tickets for the game because when I got back from work I was frustrated and didn't think about it and was wondering if I was in on that block of 10. . . or if I should just go buy my own?

Valadius Mar 10 2008 11:00 AM

I can't make Spring Training, but I will try and make the May 31 game.

Kong76 Mar 10 2008 01:06 PM

Sorry holyc, the tickets are spoken for.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Mar 11 2008 10:57 AM

OK, as far as I know, I'm in for both Sunday and the 5/31 game. Should I just buy a single cheap-o ticket and join yas for that date?

soupcan Mar 11 2008 11:56 AM

Did someone buy me a ticket? I ask because I didn't expect that. Great if you did, no problem. I was planning on using my own and just tailgatin' with everyone, but that's cool. If a ticket was bought for me and someone else wants it that's cool too because I can use my own. Lemme know.

SteveJRogers Mar 11 2008 04:13 PM

See you Sunday! May 31st is still on the fence.

DocTee Mar 11 2008 04:36 PM

Someone take pics and report for us out-of-towners.

Kong76 Mar 11 2008 05:35 PM

I'm sorry for the confusion about the May 31st tickets, I only got them for a couple of us who discussed it off-board. Once that group got to about ten I didn't want it to turn into a project. Everyone get tickets wherever and plan on tail-gaiting too since it's a four o'clocker. I figure we'll hang over by the water in that section facing La- Guardia but we have plenty of time for logistics and pot luck discussions.

Farmer Ted Mar 11 2008 05:46 PM

A lot of pot luck goes on near that water. Unless you're Mark Corey, then it's not-so-luck. Depending on the NY water taxi schedule from Manhattan, we may try to join up after a booze cruise.

holychicken Mar 13 2008 07:59 AM

KC wrote: Sorry holyc, the tickets are spoken for. That's cool, KC. It is what I figured, I just didn't want to buy a ticket to a game I might already have had a ticket to.

Gwreck Mar 13 2008 10:53 AM Edited 2 time(s), most recently on Mar 13 2008 11:44 PM

Current tally: CPF Meeting - Regular Season Los Angeles Dodgers at New York Mets Shea Stadium Saturday, May 31, 2008 3:55 PM Gametime ?? PM Tailgatetime IN: KC Gwreck Soupcan Sharpie AG/DC seawolf17 Farmer Ted holychicken Mendoza Line JC Lunchbucket SteveJRogers Vic Sage Rockin' Doc ???: Willets Point Valadius OUT (Regrettably): themetfairy CPF Meeting - Spring Training ESPN Zone Sunday, March 16. 12:30 PM. ESPN Zone. 1472 Broadway (Times Square) New York, NY 10036 (212) 921-3776 http://espnzone.com/newyork/ Mets vs. Tigers on SNY at 1:10 PM IN: Gwreck KC themetfairy + D-Dad holychicken J.C. Lunchbucket SteveJRogers ???: sharpie Vic Sage Valadius OUT, Regrettably: Soupcan Farmer Ted seawolf17 Mendoza Line Willets Point DocTee

Valadius Mar 13 2008 11:51 AM

Oh wait a minute, the Spring Training game meeting is in New York? For some reason I thought it was actually in Florida. I actually can make it then, as I'm home for spring break. I'll let you guys know if I can make it. Put me down for a maybe then.

Vic Sage Mar 13 2008 02:08 PM

I'm in for the 5/31st game and i'm still "iffy" for lunch on the 16th. I'm going to try and make it. I might have to bring my kids again (against my better judgment).

Rockin' Doc Mar 13 2008 10:18 PM

I am a definite for the 5/31 game at Shea unless something unexpected comes up. Hopefully, my son will be accompanying me.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Mar 14 2008 06:50 AM

Wow!

seawolf17 Mar 14 2008 07:36 AM

John Cougar Lunchbucket wrote: Wow! Is it really that surprising that Doc would bring his son? I mean, really.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Mar 14 2008 07:39 AM

Have you met that kid? I mean, man...

themetfairy Mar 14 2008 07:44 AM

If Vic is bringing his kids on Sunday then we'll bring MiniKnight along.

John Cougar Lunchbucket Mar 14 2008 08:00 AM

No offense to any of you fine people but Mrs. Shot and Junior Shot have opted out of the lunch and game, but I'll be present for both.

seawolf17 Mar 14 2008 08:06 AM

Wow!

AG/DC Mar 14 2008 08:20 AM

Junior Shotbucket has way too much autonomy.

Farmer Ted Mar 14 2008 08:42 AM

I bucked up for Junior Ted's ticket and now I find out her boyfriend, Junior Shot, is blowing off the game? Surely an appearance at the tailgate is in order, at the least!

John Cougar Lunchbucket Mar 14 2008 08:48 AM

Yeah, I'll talk to his Mommy.

Vic Sage Mar 14 2008 09:25 AM

i just got confirmation from "she who knows". The Sage clan will be in attendance on sunday.

themetfairy Mar 14 2008 09:28 AM

Vic Sage wrote: i just got confirmation from "she who knows". The Sage clan will be in attendance on sunday. Cool - then we'll have three DiamondKnights in attendance.

Rockin' Doc Mar 14 2008 10:38 AM

JCL - "Have you met that kid? I mean, man..." I think what Lunchbucket is trying to say is that I need to bring extra food for the tailgating. My son became a catcher for a reason.

Kong76 Mar 14 2008 10:48 AM

Fora Online 031308 - "cranepoolforum.net officials have con- firmed that in light of the higher than expected turnout for this Sunday's Times Square event, Mr. Met was contacted to make an appearance but is booked for two St. Patricks Day events on Long Island. They also re- ject reports that SteveJRogers was solicited to entertain as Freddie Sez as gibberish."

themetfairy Mar 14 2008 11:39 AM

Mr. Met is a hard man to book.

AG/DC Mar 14 2008 11:46 AM

Get Carnac.

SteveJRogers Mar 14 2008 08:59 PM

themetfairy wrote: Mr. Met is a hard man to book. Last October one of my co-workers, who lives in Flushing, had Mr. Met make an appearance at his wedding reception! From what I heard, Mr. Met was more popular than the bride (who actually is a bit of a MFY Fan, but my friend is working on the conversion) that night!

Triple Dee Mar 15 2008 03:55 AM

SteveJRogers wrote: ="themetfairy"]Mr. Met is a hard man to book. Last October one of my co-workers, who lives in Flushing, had Mr. Met make an appearance at his wedding reception! From what I heard, Mr. Met was more popular than the bride (who actually is a bit of a MFY Fan, but my friend is working on the conversion) that night! Is this your friend? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJ4G4aPnYLo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz_FSmRBOuk Or is this your friend; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDdDWXhCQOw Can somebody tell me how to embed YouTube vids in my posts?

Kong76 Mar 15 2008 05:16 AM

To the right of the video screen on the youtube page there's a section that shows who posted the video and stuff and at the bottom of that box there is a tiny line that says "embed" and provides the html to cut and paste.

SteveJRogers Mar 15 2008 06:04 AM

Triple Dee wrote: ="SteveJRogers"] ="themetfairy"]Mr. Met is a hard man to book. Last October one of my co-workers, who lives in Flushing, had Mr. Met make an appearance at his wedding reception! From what I heard, Mr. Met was more popular than the bride (who actually is a bit of a MFY Fan, but my friend is working on the conversion) that night! Is this your friend? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJ4G4aPnYLo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz_FSmRBOuk Or is this your friend; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDdDWXhCQOw Can somebody tell me how to embed YouTube vids in my posts? Nope.

Triple Dee Mar 15 2008 06:31 AM

KC wrote: To the right of the video screen on the youtube page there's a section that shows who posted the video and stuff and at the bottom of that box there is a tiny line that says "embed" and provides the html to cut and paste. Thanks, KC.

Valadius Mar 15 2008 08:58 PM

So how are we gonna know where to find each other tomorrow?

SteveJRogers Mar 15 2008 09:18 PM

Good question, if someone goes early should they ask for a reservation for "Cranepool?" Also we might be the ONLY people there paying attention to the baseball game! =;) Seriously, got some great pro and college hoops action (and even HS action as well from MSG) with the Selection Sunday tomorrow night, and all the conference tournys end tomorrow, and you have the Lakers trying to stop the Rockets from getting their 22nd straight win, which is 2nd to the '73 Lakers' 33 straight wins... Well, Pedro is supposed to take the hill for the Mets...that's something =;)

Kong76 Mar 16 2008 06:41 AM

They might not even show the baseball games. I PM'd Valad and hchick my cell phone number, hopefully they'll log on this morning. I'm large, bald, and will have orange on ;-)

John Cougar Lunchbucket Mar 16 2008 06:47 AM

I'm ugly and fat

Valadius Mar 16 2008 08:33 AM

I'm gonna be able to make it today. I'll be wearing a Mets hat with a Giants Super Bowl Champions sweatshirt.

SteveJRogers Mar 16 2008 08:50 AM

KC wrote: They might not even show the baseball games. I'm sure if we pester them, and slip in some generous tips. Plus Pedro is starting.

themetfairy Mar 16 2008 03:51 PM

That took more pestering than one would imagine!

AG/DC Mar 16 2008 03:54 PM

Photos?

SteveJRogers Mar 16 2008 04:04 PM

AG/DC wrote: Photos? One photo When it gets posted? Your guess is as good as mine and I took the darn thing!

themetfairy Mar 16 2008 04:08 PM

What goes on at the ESPN Zone stays at the ESPN Zone.... ;)

Kong76 Mar 16 2008 04:45 PM

Good meeting, nice to see everyone and meet a few new faces. Thanks again to Gwreck for helping rally the group, looking forward to the May game -- especially the tailgate.

Gwreck Mar 16 2008 06:02 PM

The winners of the door prizes should post photos of them. --- Was nice to see/meet everyone. Hope to see you all again at the May tailgate/game.

Valadius Mar 16 2008 06:05 PM

I had a fantastic time. It was my first time meeting everyone who was present. It was great to meet you all. I look forward to the May game, which barring unforeseen circumstances I will be able to attend.

themetfairy Mar 16 2008 07:24 PM

="Gwreck"]The winners of the door prizes should post photos of them. --- Was nice to see/meet everyone. Hope to see you all again at the May tailgate/game. My son won this set of baseball cards - I won this 1984 Information Guide. Check out the depiction of Davey Johnson and his state of the art computer - Thanks Kase for your generosity!

John Cougar Lunchbucket Mar 16 2008 07:59 PM

Great seeing everyone. I left with a sweet door prize too -- that's right, post-lunch coffee with Steve J. Rogers!

themetfairy Mar 16 2008 09:00 PM

The most bizarre episode of the afternoon was our fight to get the Mets game on TV. Keep in mind that this is the ESPN Zone in the middle of Times Freakin' Square, with something like 40 televisions. The Philadelphia Flyers/Pittsburgh Penguins game is on several sets, there are basketball games galore, the MFYs are on, but no Mets. So we ask them to put it on, only to be told that it couldn't be done. We ask to see a manager, who also tries to explain to us that the televisions have been pre-programmed and could not be changed. Needless to say, he wasn't impressing us much. We basically told him that this wasn't acceptable. Shortly thereafter, the impossible became possible, and the Mets game miraculously appeared on one (small) screen (replacing a football game from last season that was being shown on the NFL Network). We missed Pedro's first inning, but caught the rest of his outing.

Triple Dee Mar 17 2008 08:54 AM

Did everybody behave themselves ?

themetfairy Mar 17 2008 10:24 AM

Define behave....

Triple Dee Mar 17 2008 11:08 AM

Did anybody: (1) commit a criminal act; (2) become excessively obnoxious to the general public by reason of, but not necessarily due to, being intoxicated; or (3) bring great shame and disgrace upon the New York Mets organization

themetfairy Mar 17 2008 11:37 AM

No, no, and no. But I'm sure that manager who told us it was "impossible" to show the Mets game was glad to be rid of us at the end of the afternoon.

SteveJRogers Mar 21 2008 03:52 PM Edited 1 time(s), most recently on Mar 22 2008 05:56 PM

Never mind...

themetfairy Mar 21 2008 04:39 PM

LOL - try to pick me out of a lineup based on that photo <g>

Triple Dee Mar 22 2008 04:21 AM

Why are roughly half the people in that photo looking away?

themetfairy Mar 22 2008 04:44 AM

We weren't aware that a picture was being taken until after the fact.

Kong76 Mar 22 2008 04:43 PM

Not something I'll go to the mat over, but I'd rather that picture not have been posted. Get a group shot, with everyone in it, or just leave it alone. By the dopey look on my face, I either saw hooters at three o'clock, or was looking for the waiter to re-Guinness me, or I was watching a Phil/Pitt hockey replay on the screen. I'll go with hooters at three o'clock. Steve, you're fired as forum photographer. Please don't do that again.

themetfairy Apr 30 2008 12:58 PM

For any of you who will be in town that weekend - I have four Mezz tickets for Sunday, June 1 that I'm looking to sell at face value. PM me if you're interested.

HahnSolo Apr 30 2008 01:24 PM

I scored tickets to the 5/31 game. I am bringing the kiddies and bringing the wife, and I really don't know how the mrs will feel about getting to the park early for this occasion. Then again, I've never been to a CPF gathering, so I will try to at least get there for a little while.

Rockin' Doc Apr 30 2008 07:12 PM

My son will be unable to accompany me since he has opted to take summer classes. One of my friends will be attending in his place. Looking forward to renewing old acquaintances and making new ones at the game.

Kong76 Apr 30 2008 08:02 PM

I propose we set up tailgatecentral here: It's a three minute walk for those taking the subway, four if you're fat, but it's the best place to arrive early by car and not get caught up in the mess that is Shea parking 2008.

SteveJRogers Apr 30 2008 08:11 PM

Anyone know what that carnival sort of thing is/was that is setup in Shea's parking lot the day that photo was taken? Also, if you think Google Maps' now 2 years out of date photo of the Shea area is bad, check out [url=http://maps.google.com/maps?q=petco%20park&sourceid=navclient-ff&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1B3GGGL_enUS256US257&um=1&sa=N&tab=wl]Petco Park[/url], it still hasn't been completed yet!

themetfairy May 10 2008 04:47 PM

themetfairy wrote: For any of you who will be in town that weekend - I have four Mezz tickets for Sunday, June 1 that I'm looking to sell at face value. PM me if you're interested. Never mind - all of our tix to that game have been claimed.

Gwreck May 19 2008 02:35 PM

Time to bump this sucker up -- and maybe a sticky? -- with the game less than 2 weeks away. Important Stuff: 1. Who's in? As of March, this was our count: CPF Meeting - Regular Season Los Angeles Dodgers at New York Mets Shea Stadium Saturday, May 31, 2008 3:55 PM Gametime ?? PM Tailgatetime IN: KC Gwreck (+1) Soupcan Sharpie AG/DC seawolf17 Farmer Ted holychicken Mendoza Line JC Lunchbucket SteveJRogers Vic Sage Rockin' Doc ???: Willets Point Valadius OUT (Regrettably): themetfairy Feel free to update as applicable. 2. Start time? First pitch is at 3:55. What time do we want to meet? 1:00? 1:30? Your thoughts welcomed.

Number 6 May 19 2008 02:56 PM

I think I might be able to attend. Have the tickets been purchased yet?

Kong76 May 19 2008 03:47 PM

Thanks for bumping, Gwreck. Everyone is on their own for tickets. Does anyone have any thoughts on if X marks a good spot up top to meet for a tailgate? I haven't driven to Shea in quite some time and that seems to me the best spot to be as far away from Citifield. As mentioned in the thread somewhere it's a three minute walk from the subway, but it's nice over there. In the group that I got tix for it's: KC +1 Sharpie +1 seawolf +2 RockinDoc +1 EdgyDC

Nymr83 May 19 2008 04:44 PM

can't make it, that spot you marked with a X used to be fine but wit the citifiel construction the Mets have turned everything they can into parking so not sure whats up there now. for example, they now charge you to park under some of the freeways where once you could park on your own for free.

seawolf17 May 19 2008 05:26 PM

If there's someone that says that spot is good, then I say it's fine by me. I'll sticky this.

Number 6 May 19 2008 05:37 PM

If anyone is still looking for a ticket and doesn't mind sitting with a complete stranger who SWEARS he's not an axe murderer, I'll front you.

Kong76 May 19 2008 05:49 PM

If not, just get an upper reserve ticket and squat by us.

seawolf17 May 19 2008 06:03 PM

It's always the axe murderers who swear they're not axe murderers.

SteveJRogers May 19 2008 06:19 PM

Nymr83 wrote: can't make it, that spot you marked with a X used to be fine but wit the citifiel construction the Mets have turned everything they can into parking so not sure whats up there now. for example, they now charge you to park under some of the freeways where once you could park on your own for free. Wow. This year, because they were afraid of the lack of partial plans announced for Citi Field, my Dad's company (well, its just him and his partner in the firm) bought the entire season, just for the CHANCE to get in the park in 2009. Well anyway, pre-paid parking came along with the seats, so we (my Dad and myself) haven't driven to our usual spot underneath Northern Blvd. Heh, I guess its a good thing then! The only other place we generally parked is right around College Point Avenue. Which probably is safe from the Shea parking patrol!

Number 6 May 19 2008 09:54 PM

seawolf17 wrote: It's always the axe murderers who swear they're not axe murderers. MUAH-HA-HAAA... *ahem*

A Boy Named Seo May 19 2008 10:20 PM

="Gwreck"]Time to bump this sucker up -- and maybe a sticky? -- with the game less than 2 weeks away. Important Stuff: 1. Who's in? As of March, this was our count: CPF Meeting - Regular Season Los Angeles Dodgers at New York Mets Shea Stadium Saturday, May 31, 2008 3:55 PM Gametime ?? PM Tailgatetime IN: KC Gwreck (+1) Soupcan Sharpie AG/DC seawolf17 Farmer Ted holychicken Mendoza Line JC Lunchbucket SteveJRogers Vic Sage Rockin' Doc ???: Willets Point Valadius OUT (Regrettably): themetfairy Feel free to update as applicable. 2. Start time? First pitch is at 3:55. What time do we want to meet? 1:00? 1:30? Your thoughts welcomed. All-Star crowd. One of these years I'll make it out and meet you beautiful people.

soupcan May 22 2008 01:26 PM

Unfortunately I am out. Unforeseen circumstances, poor planning and the fact that I gave away my tickets to a client two weeks ago without thinking make this an event that I cannot attend. Hopefully I will able to see some of your shining faces at other games during the season.

seawolf17 May 22 2008 01:28 PM

Tell your client to stop by and we'll have fman punch him (or her) in the neck.

soupcan May 22 2008 01:30 PM

I should do that because she's a real cunt.

seawolf17 May 22 2008 01:33 PM

It always comes full circle here in the Pool.

Vic Sage May 22 2008 10:27 PM

full circle? I thought all threads lead to my ass.

Willets Point May 23 2008 04:06 AM

Well it appears your ass will be at the game.

seawolf17 May 23 2008 06:37 AM

="KC"]I propose we set up tailgatecentral here: It's a three minute walk for those taking the subway, four if you're fat, but it's the best place to arrive early by car and not get caught up in the mess that is Shea parking 2008. Are all those blue dots where Aaron Heilman pitches wind up?

holychicken May 23 2008 09:07 AM

Well, I got my Irish Stout aging in my basement. I tried a bottle of it a couple of weeks ago and it was pretty tasty. I will bring extra because I think that, with this team, we are going to need as much alcohol as possible. But anyway, what is that in the parking lot anyway? It is really confusing me. Is it some kind of fair? I went to the game on Mother's day and my friend parked right under the bridge just north of that little round-about. (A lot has changed since that picture). I was waiting for him to show up and he got there just before the game started and had no problem parking there. Take that for what it is worth. . . but my gut tells me that, especially if we are getting there early, that X spot is a good spot to meet. So unless I am told differently, I will be there with my home brew and I will drink it all by myself if I have to, God damn it!

Farmer Ted May 23 2008 10:03 AM

Unfortunately the New York Water Taxi isn't running a Mets Express this year or it would only be a 1 minute walk to the tailgate from the dock.

Kong76 May 23 2008 04:18 PM

I don't want to camp counselor too much, but a couple of things ... a) the approximate x marks the spot is the spot unless someone brings up points against. b) I'll try and be there by 12:45 and I'll bring two grills which I'll try and keep going until we're ready to pack up. c) Everyone bring whatever, it's pot luck, not a catered affair -- I will bring plates, plastic utensils, and paper towels/napkins. d) Drinking from beer bottles, cans, etc. is illegal ... bring cups and be aware of roving cops on bikes. We don't want someone's afternoon to be ruined by an open container summons. The thought of a home-made chicken stout will get me through the week. e) A bunch of us should exchange cell phone numbers via email/PM, especially those traveling from out of town. People who are getting tickets at the tailgate too. Ok, that was kinda camp counselorish .... chime in sooner than later if anyone thinks of anything.

Rockin' Doc May 27 2008 09:19 PM

Okay, I'm starting to get pumped for this trip. My buddy and I will be coming from our hotel in New Jersey by way of the Geoprge Washington Bridge to Whitestone Bridge. I'm assuming I can get to the "X" directly from Northern Blvd. Anyone up for dinner and a beer after the game? If not can anyone make a suggestion for a suitable post game place to go that's not too hard for a bunch of southerners to find?

holychicken May 28 2008 08:45 AM

Don't quote me on this, but I think you can get there from that round-a-bout (which is no longer a round-a-bout) which is accessible from Northern.

Willets Point May 28 2008 01:18 PM

I keep thinking that I'd be able to whisk myself to New York at the last minute but I've come to realize that the combination of my parental responsibilities and that I'm still recovering from a back injury will mean that I won't be able to attend this shindig. Have fun and wear red pants.

Gwreck May 28 2008 01:24 PM

Ok, since I haven't heard any volunteers for food yet, I will be bringing: Hot Dogs Buns Condiments

HahnSolo May 28 2008 01:28 PM

I'll be in the Shea lot beyond the CitField left field wall with my family. I suggested going to the CPF gathering, but Mrs. Solo gave me the look, you know, the "you're not dragging us across that highway to meet up with a bunch of people you don't even know" look. If anybody treks through that lot on their way to red X, I'll be in my Mookie jersey and my 4-yo will be in his black Santana* t-shirt. *Johan, not Carlos

holychicken May 28 2008 02:04 PM

Gwreck wrote: Ok, since I haven't heard any volunteers for food yet, I will be bringing: Hot Dogs Buns Condiments HEY! Beer counts as food!

Mendoza Line May 28 2008 02:35 PM Edited 2 time(s), most recently on May 29 2008 08:44 AM

I'd pm-ed my contribution to KC. Just bought eight Tofurky Italian sausages and matching whole wheat buns at my local Trader Joe's (yeah, I fit pretty easily into a demographic). I cannibalized one of AG's posts and created a table below. No clue why there's all this space between this sentence and the table. Pooler Food/Drink holychicken Chicken Stout Gwreck Hot Dogs, Buns, Condiments Mendoza Line Tofurky Italian Sausage, Buns KC 2 Mystery Hot Things Rockin' Doc Carolina Pork Barbecue?, beer, water Number 6 Beer, Dessert? Farmer Ted Twizzlers, 2-year-old, pipe dreams seawolf17 Goldfish, diapers, chips, salsa

Kong76 May 28 2008 03:18 PM

I'll make two hot things. They'll be a surprise because I don't know what they are yet ... but they'll be hot.

Rockin' Doc May 28 2008 04:49 PM

I'm contemplating bringing Carolina pork barbeque and buns for sandwiches. I think I can run a small crock pot from the auxillary power plug on the Mustang. Of course, we'll have a large cooler of assorted beers and some water.

Number 6 May 29 2008 12:27 AM

I don't know if I've ever been to the specified tailgate area, and I don't (yet) know any of your faces... will there be something up to identify the group? I'll be bringing something extraneous... if I have time to make a dessert I will, but at the least I'll bring some beer. Just ran out of my home-brew a few weeks ago, though, so I can't quite match holychicken.

Kong76 May 29 2008 04:43 AM

I haven't parked over there in awhile, we're winging it. I hope the X really does mark the spot. I have a light green Honda CRV if that helps anyone. I'll also exchange cell phone numbers with most of you if you ask and are willing to sign a short disclaimer form that I had our people prepare.

Farmer Ted May 29 2008 06:29 AM

I can prolly commit to a pack of twizzlers right now. Not sure how the day is going to play out and will likely lean toward taking the train. If so, with a 2 year old in tow, a covered dish or a cold dessert is a pipe dream.

seawolf17 May 29 2008 06:34 AM

With a two-year-old of our own, we'll likely bring some Goldfish and a stack of diapers. Seriously, we'll try to contribute something easy, like a bag of chips or two and a couple jars of salsa.

sharpie May 30 2008 06:54 AM

I'll prolly take the subway so I'd rather not make something which would involve containers and such. So I'll bring chips and some soda for the non-drinkers (I'm not one of those, but Lenny will be with me). 80% chance of thunderstorms tomorrow. Is there a contingency for a rainout or at least it being too wet to congregate?

Kong76 May 30 2008 07:11 AM

Part of me is thinking it might be safer to just meet over at the restaurant formerly known as Bobby V's - is that still there? I fear not being able to get the word out to everyone though. I have some cell numbers. If we do that, we'd probably take the train in too.

seawolf17 May 30 2008 07:19 AM

Eff you, rain.

AG/DC May 30 2008 07:30 AM

Anybody got a key to the Blue Tarp Lounge?

Kong76 May 30 2008 07:32 AM

I found the hotel on 114th street is now a Holiday Inn (I thought it was a Ramada) and the restaurant is now call Pine Queens. I know most of you have been there at least once, it's got a big square bar and family style Italian restaurant. I guess we'll give it until 2:00 pm today for people to chime in and then ...

John Cougar Lunchbucket May 30 2008 07:37 AM

By the way the former Bobby Vee's tonight is the site of a MBTN book event. If you are going to the game 2nite stop by and have a beer and a schmooze.

Kong76 May 30 2008 08:18 AM

NOAA - Corona, New York Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 8am. Some of the storms could produce gusty winds and heavy rain. High near 76. South wind between 11 and 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Saturday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. West wind between 9 and 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. ----------------- Well that's better than damaging winds and hail I heard somewhere else!!!

Gwreck May 30 2008 08:44 AM

I'm disappointed by the forecast as well, and while I suspect we may be able to get the tailgate in, I would advocate that it's going to be more effective to move it inside simply to ensure that the gathering actually happens. 1:30 PM at the bar?

AG/DC May 30 2008 09:03 AM

This game may be cancelled Saturday morning.

Kong76 May 30 2008 10:17 AM

Put me down for a vote for 1:30 at The Restaurant Formerly Known As Bobby V's. It occurs to me that people with kids might envision that not working but we can get a big table in the restaurant and order appetizers and stuff? Chime in people, golf umbrellas and wet bbq or mussels marinara and beer?

holychicken May 30 2008 10:22 AM

I am down with the bar, the only problem is that it means no chicken stout. Which means more for me, which is fine by me. :)

sharpie May 30 2008 10:37 AM

I think we should wait til tomorrow morning to make the call on whether to go to the bar. The tailgate thingee sounds like more fun as once you're at a table it becomes difficult to talk to people who aren't in your necka the woods unlike the mingling possibilities of the great outdoors. I'll be there either way.

seawolf17 May 30 2008 11:20 AM

I agree with making the call tomorrow. We're figuring on leaving home around 1:00ish, getting to the park around 2:00-2:30ish. Hopefully they've made a play-or-no-play decision by then.

Kong76 May 30 2008 12:48 PM

I guess there's no harm in waiting until morning. Traffic generally dies around this time anyway here on Fridays. I'll post the final destination at 7:00-ish tomorrow morning. I hope everyone local can get the message. I have cell #'s of the people coming from greater distances and I can call them late morning if we're going to The Pines. Hay, it ain't like the can really predict the weather anyway.

Rockin' Doc May 30 2008 04:10 PM

Damn, this weather forecast sucks. My buddy and I left home around 9:45 AM this morning. Checked into our hotel in northern NJ around 5:15 PM. If the tailgate is called off, or moved to the bar, we will definitely need directions of where to go. Only read of the gatherings at the former Bobby V's, have no ide where it was. I don't actually have a computer with me, but I can check in on the hotel lobby computers. I'll check back in later tonight and then again in the morning. KC and Seawolf have my cell number should they need to inform me of a change in plans. Let's hope the forecast is way offbase. I'll keep checking in.

Kong76 May 30 2008 06:23 PM

Don't worry about finding the restaurant, RD. If we end up changing it to there we'll be taking the train in and I'll meet you and walk over with you.

Kong76 May 31 2008 05:00 AM

Well, it's pretty nice out in central Westchester right now. Still, NOAA, The Weather Channel, and a couple of local yokels all say severe thunderstorms with high winds and possible hail for this afternoon. Times vary. I think it's best to move tailgate central to The Pines - 37-10 114th Street. Hope to see as many as possible any time after 1:30 or so. If it rains we can laugh at the rain, if it doesn't we can laugh at me!

seawolf17 May 31 2008 05:58 AM

You weren't kidding about 7 am... nailed it! We're in for the restaurant. Save us three seats... we'll be there probably around 2ish. If the game's rained out, at least we'll have gotten our tickets from you. Considering weather... should we park at the hotel and then drive to Shea? Or park at Shea and walk/train to restaurant? Keep in mind we have a 2 year old who's in a strollers-are-for-babies phase.

Kong76 May 31 2008 06:14 AM

Yeah, I don't know. If I were driving, I'd park at Shea and walk. Depending on what lot you end up in, it's a 5-6 minute walk ... maybe a little more with a mini-seawolf.

Kong76 May 31 2008 06:16 AM

Uh oh, Jay Satan has reared his ugly back.

John Cougar Lunchbucket May 31 2008 06:59 AM

I'll try to be there 'round 2. I meant to buy a game ticket yesterday but forgot. If anyone has an xtra I'll take it off your hands or buy at the window

Rockin' Doc May 31 2008 07:43 AM

Figuring out the trains from New Brunswick sound too difficult for us two southern hicks. We'll likely drive over and park at Shea, then walk over. Probably easier for us to figure out in all honesty. I had to tell the woman at the hotel front desk which stop was Shea's and she still seemed rather seemed confused. I have KC's cell number should we get confused from Shea. Hope to arrive around 1:30-1:45 PM.

sharpie May 31 2008 07:55 AM

If that's the same hotel you pick up Stub Hub tickets at, I remember parking near there and walking to Shea was a pretty good option and a lot cheaper than paying the ridiculous Shea parking fee. I might do that. I'll prolly be there with Lenny around 2.

holychicken May 31 2008 08:39 AM

So by "tail-gate central" we mean we aren't tailgating any more and just going to the bar? Just trying to decide whether or not I should drive or take the train in.

themetfairy May 31 2008 10:48 AM

Rockin' Doc wrote: Figuring out the trains from New Brunswick sound too difficult for us two southern hicks. We'll likely drive over and park at Shea, then walk over. Probably easier for us to figure out in all honesty. I had to tell the woman at the hotel front desk which stop was Shea's and she still seemed rather seemed confused. I have KC's cell number should we get confused from Shea. Hope to arrive around 1:30-1:45 PM. I wish I had seen this earlier. It's easy. NJ Transit to Penn Station, then transfer to the LIRR to Shea. I do that all the time for Sunday games.

Rockin' Doc Jun 01 2008 05:10 PM

Drove to Shea with no real difficulty. Met up with KC and his wife KB, then headed over to the Holiday Inn bar for some beer and socializing. It was great to see old acquaintances as well as to meet many others for the first time. We had a great time and got to see a good game with a Mets win. Left our hotel around 10:00 Am this morning, arrived safely at home at 5:30 PM. If only the weather had cooperated so the tailgating would have been possible. Still, all in all, it was a great trip.