Getaway 2004

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: wysiwyg
Date: 31 Jan 05 - 09:05 PM

Yeah, the camera missed you, Mike, unfortunately-- but then there's always the movies.

~Susan

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Alaska Mike
Date: 31 Jan 05 - 08:04 PM

This should lay to rest any belief that I had anything to do with any lamp flinging that might have taken place. As you all can plainly see I was not even there.

Mike

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Bill D
Date: 31 Jan 05 - 07:00 PM

hey...thanks..I wondered why this thread popped up..*grin*...looks like good music was made. (I am still savoring the last of the great beer CET and Charmion donated to the auction, and I won by being sneaky)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: wysiwyg
Date: 31 Jan 05 - 06:45 PM

Charmion's pix from the Post-Getaway 2004 Gathering at WYSIWYG's
18 October 2004 are up now, HERE.

~Susan

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Bobert
Date: 15 Oct 04 - 10:58 PM

Thanks, Charley. I had the duct tape packed but didn't have the come-along on my list... I'll go fish it out of the basement...

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Charley Noble
Date: 15 Oct 04 - 10:08 PM

Clean underwear? Recharge your celluler phone? Spray your come-a-long with WD-40? DUCT-TAPE and lots of it? Remember, you wants to be prepared to help your less fortunate Mudcatters when their dreams clash with the reality of THE GETAWAY 2004.

Cheerily,
Charley Noble, safe in Maine

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Bobert
Date: 15 Oct 04 - 09:57 PM

Well, maybe last but hpefully not least, tho remains to be seen... This ol' hillbilly just went down the check list of stuff to take and will be headin' out in the morning. I reckon 3 hours an' I'll be in Harvey da Grace, what ver that is...

Yep, I got me BVD's, my MassMarvel comic books and 273 feet of rope so I guess I'm ready...

Plus three guitars, a tuner and slide.

Yep, I'm ready....

Reckon I'll be the only one walkin' round tomorrow without eyes that look like roadmaps...

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Jeri
Date: 15 Oct 04 - 11:03 AM

I just printed it and will give it to him. Mick said he was going to get a bit of sleep and leave in the wee hours of the morning. I'm not sure how long it takes him, but I'm thinking his getting there before me last year was an anomoly.

I'll be on the road in 5-10 minutes. I figure I'll get there around 7, which means I'll probably really get there around 9. Lets hope I remembered to bring everything important.

Later, y'all!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: wysiwyg
Date: 15 Oct 04 - 10:36 AM

Would someone please pass a message on to Big Mick for me--- MMario and I have been looing for a chance to meet in person, and chat about next plans for a certain Fund I'm pretty sure Mick is aware of..... there are others who are in need now and wil be in future..... so I guess we'll be discussing it at my house post-Getatway, Monday..... would love to have him join us to offer wisdom...... I think Mick will understand what I am talking about. Anyone present can share in the discussion, I think Dick & Susan will be here as well.... lot of space left in the Mudcat Dorm here for Monday & Tuesday night..... even for musicians who travel in GAS-fed cars! So can someone print this and pass it to him, since I imagine he's on the road now, or at least give it to MMario?

~Susan

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Micca
Date: 15 Oct 04 - 09:16 AM

I'm HERE!!!!!! and breakfasting in Sunny Silver Spring!!! we had a nice in House get together last night, with some singing and very good music, what a talented Bunch (as in Jim ha ha) these Mudcatters are, Hasta Luego, Micca

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Janie
Date: 15 Oct 04 - 08:49 AM

To the tune of Canaan's Land

To Ramblewood I'll Get-A-Way
Where the soul of man ever sings
My car is packed, my fees are paid
Where the soul of man ever sings.

(chorus)
Dear friends there'll be many glad hellos
And chilly morning showers
Where all our voices rise up as one
In song in the late night hours.

We are out-a-here!

Janie

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 15 Oct 04 - 03:49 AM

The taxi will be here in 45 minutes... Excited does NOT describe it!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: GUEST,catsPHiddle in Burton on Trent
Date: 15 Oct 04 - 03:49 AM

Well did Micca get to the other side of the pond safe and sound???

please look after him and have a good time

Khatt

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 10:00 PM

Dani--

Western Bypass (as recommended by Bobert):
I-95 N to Fredericksburg
US 17 North to Warrenton and beyond
US 15 North to Leesburg (use bypass around Leesburg; expect traffic here)
US 15 North to Frederick
I-70 East to Baltimore
I 695 North and then East past Towson to I-95
I-95 North to Havre de Grace

Eastern Bypass:
I-95 North to Bowling Green, VA
VA 207 North/East to Bowling Green
US 301 North through Waldorf/La Plata to US 50
If you don't make any turns at US 50, US 301 North runs into MD 3 North
MD 3 North to I-97 North
I-97 North toward Baltimore
I-895 North through the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel to I-95
I-95 North to Havre de Grace

Or coming up through the center:
I-95 to the I-495 Beltway
At I-495, you can go EITHER WAY around DC--it's equidistant
Listen to WTOP (1500 AM) which has traffic every 10 minutes.
If they mention problems on the outer loop at the Wilson Bridge or Prince George's County---that's I-495 East/I-95 North they're talking about
If they mention problems on the inner loop at the American Legion Bridge (or Tyson's Corner, I-270, Bethesda), that's I-495 West they're talking about.

You pays your money; you takes your chances.
Good luck.
See you tomorrow, g-d willing and the traffic volume don't rise.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Ferrara
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 08:29 PM

Dani, I'm coming up from St. Mary's City, on the western shore of the Bay.

I'll start at Rte 2/Solomons Island Rd. north, onto Airs T. Allen Blvd/MD 665 N toward us 50/301.

665N becomes I-97N.

merge onti I-895 Spur N via exit on LEFT toward I-895/Harbor Tunnel.

I-895 Spur N becomes Harbor Tunnel Trwy/I-895N becomes I-95N.

From there you know the route. Don't know if you can hook into these roads, for example at I-97, and miss 495 or whether it would be more trouble and distance than it's worth. Anyway that's all the info I have.

Rita

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Bobert
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 08:13 PM

As for the 495 question?

Yeah, there are alternatives other than 301, which will take you right into Waldorf, Md and a bigger mess than what you are trying to avoid...

For those of you who must take 95 North (if 81 is not an option) then take 17 West in Fredrickesburg. (This road actually run northwest). About 30 miles up 17 you'll pass Warrenton and then a few more miles (about 8) take a left on Rt. 15 North. Take 15 to Fredrich, Md., then 70 east to 695 (Baltimore's beltway) take inner loop to 95 North.

This will save you at least an hour and maybe 2, depending on time of day...

Bobert

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Janie
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 07:28 PM

Dani I need a kazoo!

Janie

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Jeri
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 06:28 PM

I'm going to attempt the Tappan Zee bridge route in order to miss the big traffic jam I usually wind up in that makes me 1.5 - 2 hours later than I think I'm going to be. I'm all packed and just have to shove clothes, instruments and me in the car tomorrow. I'm bringing a spare blanket. There's no way I'm going to fit Carly's "thing" in the car unless it turns into a tardis by tomorrow. I'm bringing imported Turkish pistachios, and hopefully won't eat them all on the road.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Leadfingers
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 06:24 PM

Look after Micca and send him back -Eventually !! By the wat Ted - Where were you ?

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: My guru always said
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 05:39 PM

Safe Journeys & a wonderful weekend to all!!!

Take care of Micca & El Greko.

Enjoy *grin*

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Bill D
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 04:33 PM

95 is 495 going around DC...it is the 495 area that will be the main mess, as there is construction where they join...and heavy traffic all the way around the Beltway and past Baltimore.

Rits will be picking up someone south of DC, and she says Mapquest gave her a good sounding route using 301 and other roads past Baltimore to Darlington.. She is gone for a couple hours, but we'll see if you are still considering it then....and maybe Charlie will pop in.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Dani
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 04:25 PM

Actually, I'm just wondering if it makes sense to stay on 95 instead of 495. That's where I remember a mess. Or am I mis-remembering the whole thing?

Dani

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Bill D
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 03:43 PM

it 'looks' like catching 301 between Richmond & Fredricksburg could help, but it ain't clear what is best to do as you approach Baltimore....I have only driven out there once or twice.

Charley would know if there IS any sane route thru it all...

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Bill D
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 03:15 PM

'magical time'on FRIDAY?...before 2PM..*grin* or after 8...

there is no real easy way, coming from the south, to avoid 95-495 till you get North of town, then you can use a couple tricks the last 60-70 miles. Let me look at a map....and hope Charlie Baum sees this...he is our walking AAA.

more soon...

when are you starting and approximate schedule?

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Dani
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 02:35 PM

Any locals reading this?

I'm not sure, but it seems to me that in the past, 495 has been a poor route to take at rush hour. Can someone who lives there please advise the best way to come if it's late afternoon? Or the magical time to pass through the chute?

And are there people coming to BWI who don't have rides, or travelers still in need of bedding or kazoos?

Dani

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Gorgeous Gary
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 01:19 PM

Got a last-minute question for those not already in transit. I have a song in mind for the main concert but would need a few "harmony sluts"(*) to help out. Sheet music will be available. PM me or talk to me tomorrow at dinner. Thanks and see y'all real soon now!

-- Gary

(*)filk community term for folks who excel at harmony-on-the-fly. Or, as a button floating around says, "Harmony Slut: Will Sing With Anyone." 8-)

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: GUEST,bbc at work
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 11:11 AM

Have a wonderful time! We'll be thinking of you, here at home, & wishing we could be there. Please tell us about it after you get home.

love,

bbc

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Alaska Mike
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 10:31 AM

I have made it to New Jersey. Can't wait to see Tinker and Sinsull tomorrow morning (time???). Looking forward to seeing the rest of you folks this weekend. I've brought some tasty treats from the far north. Probably not enough to satisfy everyone, but should be plenty for all to taste.

Its nice to be walking around in T-shirt and Birkenstocks again. Ahh, a reprieve from being frozen is always appreciated.

See you soon,
Mike

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: wysiwyg
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 10:13 AM

OK. See you whenever!

~Susan

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: GUEST,MMario
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 10:12 AM

I'll be pulling in probably closer to 8:00 then anything else.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: wysiwyg
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 10:04 AM

MMario--

Crockpotting chicken in tomato-garlic-clove-cinnamon (Greeky), rice....

Ham/cheese strada for breakfast.... we can bake it tonight for a quick AM nuking.... you can make the morning coffee....

Brion and Hardi will be here, plus the key is hiding on the front landing.... I'll be gone approx. 5:45-8:15....

Whennish might we see you? Going home first after work?

Don't let me forget to give y'all some road sound entertainment....

CET and Charmion are confirmed for tonight, brave souls!

~Susan

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: GUEST,MMario
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 08:46 AM

yes - planning on being down thursday night. That's TONIGHT! WOW!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Micca
Date: 14 Oct 04 - 02:37 AM

Excited, Janie??? I am feeding the cats and tucking my Passport and ticket in my bag and off to the Airport, in 5 mins!!!! Getaway, Here I come!!!!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Janie
Date: 13 Oct 04 - 10:23 PM

Weather forecast is looking pretty good. Rain Friday but not Sat. or Sunday. A bit on the coolish side, but really quite tolerable! Oooo I'm getting excited!

Janie

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: wysiwyg
Date: 13 Oct 04 - 09:59 PM

Mmario--

We are back (in body). If you are here tomorrow night you can see the brain arrive, too. Please let me know, if you can, if you will be here.

~S~

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Fortunato
Date: 12 Oct 04 - 09:10 AM

After a certain age, Micca, old thing, nudity is not becoming...we do however strongly encourage you to scrap and bath daily, washing all over with soap, especially the 'dirty bits'.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Janie
Date: 11 Oct 04 - 02:16 PM

Well boyz....just use one of the see-thru' showers. That would be one of the ones NOT marked "Women Only." Tinker--get your camera ready;-)

J

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Micca
Date: 11 Oct 04 - 01:06 PM

"We don't need no steenking shower curtains!!"

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Big Mick
Date: 11 Oct 04 - 12:41 PM

Not fair, Janie. I live for those see through co-ed showers. Anyone interested in a lovely copy of the video from last year???

Mick

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Bill D
Date: 11 Oct 04 - 12:36 PM

well, I guess that will just raise the going price on last year's video...

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Janie
Date: 11 Oct 04 - 11:49 AM

THIS year, I'm bringing a "no-see-um" shower curtain!

Janie

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Susan A-R
Date: 08 Oct 04 - 09:31 PM

See you all in a WEEK!!!!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Janie
Date: 08 Oct 04 - 09:02 PM

If you still need a ride from the Baltimore Airport....Dani & I will be going by there on our way to Ramblewood Friday in late afternoon or very early evening, say sometime between 4:00 and 7:00 and can adjust our schedule a little bit. We have room for one person and gear--possibly a very cramped two people with little gear or instruments. I'm not sure yet who is driving, but you can pm either one of us to work out details if you need a ride.

Janie

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: GUEST,MMario
Date: 08 Oct 04 - 10:50 AM

hee-hee-hee-hee! I wanna see this when the two of you hit Getaway!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: wysiwyg
Date: 08 Oct 04 - 10:48 AM

Thanks, all, for the encouragement to come. There are so few things Hardi and I do JUST as a couple, that we can find time to share. The Getaway will be one of them, when he retires most likely. We MIGHT take some vacay time next year in October-- but ssshhhh! Don't tell him why! :~)

~S~

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Ferrara
Date: 05 Oct 04 - 09:30 PM

Mrs. Duck,

We usually hold it the third weekend in October.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 05 Oct 04 - 01:33 PM

Does the Getawatake place on the same weekend each year or does it vary? We are contemplating getting there in 2006 but may need to beg time off from school unless it coincides with half term which it did last year but not this but that was the school holiday varying rather than the Getaway.

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Pauline L
Date: 05 Oct 04 - 12:10 AM

Is anyone driving to the Getaway from the environs of Detroit? I need some help, and that's what friends are for (that and other things). I have been through some very hard times in the last couple of years: no job, no money, no car, no love. Now I have a job. Some friends of mine in the Michigan/Madison, Wisc./Detroit area have a beat up old car which I can have (!!) if someone will only drive it here for me. Please, please, somebody help me! I'll pay you for expenses and some extra for appreciation. If you like, you can come to the DC area pre-Getaway, stay in my home, and go to Fortunato's party on Thursday night with me. I will be forever grateful...

Pauline

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: Jeri
Date: 04 Oct 04 - 05:01 PM

MMario, maybe halfway between the Getaway and Toronto, but I think maybe a big detour on the way back to Michigan. (Unless there's something I'm not aware of, besides 99% of everything else.)

One of these years, Susan, you're gonna have to take a Sunday off!

Subject: RE: Getaway 2004
From: GUEST,Nancy King at work
Date: 04 Oct 04 - 04:20 PM

Susan, when can we expect YOU to come to the Getaway??!! I mean, it's one thing to operate a B-and-B-for-Folkies, but even better to participate in the festivities!

Hopefully persuasively,
Nancy