Introduce Yourself

[pokerchick66]

Wonderful post! Welcome to the board, Jennie!

Stay tuned to all the threads here and make sure you come to one of our meetups - we meet every day around 1:45ish at the Diamondcutters beer tent. You're gonna LOVE Jazzfest and New Orleans! :D

[swag]

Welcome, Jennie!

Have you checked out the Swamp Thing in Austin in April?
http://www.roadwayevents.com/RoadStar/Events-cat.asp?media1Id=1321

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome, Jennie! I hope you make it to Fest, it's a wonderful time!!!

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome, Jennie! Your gonna love it in here.

Seeya in NOLA.

[Professor Nohair]

Professor Nohair here,
I'll be down the middle Wednesday until Saturday morning chasing the groove the entire time.
Tenative schedule has me starting at Chaz fest and ending at the Bayou Rendezvous.
I can't wait. This year, I'm flying solo for ease of movement.
Peace,
Paul aka Professor Nohair

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the bored, Professor! I love flying solo at Fest. Ease of movement, fo sho!

[MormonMatthew]

THis can't be that hard, right? ha anyways- My name is Jennie I am originally from Norfolk, Va but now am a military transport to the third coast- down in the middle (Central) region of Texas ((FORT HOOD)) area. Though I am no longer in the military I still miss it (Injured in line of duty- but don't worry I will try to get back in as soon as I heal) I love our country and what we are day to day. Life is hard- but if it were easy I think we would give up faster. I love a challenge.
I have never been to New Orleans but would love to come out for this year's JazzFest. I am trying to talk my brother Bill to come down from Maryland and then we can meet up and enjoy some music together. Well along with everyone else enjoying and hanging out too.
I used to do the shows and the concerts on the east coast. I have been to many Dead shows and Jazz concerts- I love live music. I remember seeing Dave Matthews at a bar in Winston- Salem, NC way way way back in the early days.
oh I think I have written too much- must be because this is much more interesting then doing my powerpoint slides for class on Tuesday- oh um.
So I am Jennie, I am a single mom of a ten year old boy, and I love life. Cause life is good. Smile~~ and the whole world smiles too!!

Hey Now and Welcome Jennie---- As someone who also rejoiced in the music and magic of the Grateful Dead, I can not recommend checking out Jazzfest highly enough......


You will feel like you have been in love with New Orleans your entire life!!!

Matthew

[Orleansnj]

Welcome Jennie - you're going to have a GREAT time !

[Belle]

Professor Nohair here,
I'll be down the middle Wednesday until Saturday morning chasing the groove the entire time.
Tenative schedule has me starting at Chaz fest and ending at the Bayou Rendezvous.
I can't wait. This year, I'm flying solo for ease of movement.
Peace,
Paul aka Professor Nohair

Welcome and what part of Virginia? Quite a few of us around the bored.

[NeenAtlanta]

Professor Nohair here,
I'll be down the middle Wednesday until Saturday morning chasing the groove the entire time.
Tenative schedule has me starting at Chaz fest and ending at the Bayou Rendezvous.
I can't wait. This year, I'm flying solo for ease of movement.
Peace,
Paul aka Professor Nohair

Welcome Paul - love your tagline: "Music sounds better when you dance to it. " I absolutely agree!

[jef]

Welcome and what part of Virginia? Quite a few of us around the bored.

Hey, I'm originally from Virginia too. Ever heard of town called New Market?
Grew up there and went to JMU in the burg.

[Phatpapa]

Hey, I'm originally from Virginia too. Ever heard of town called New Market?
Grew up there and went to JMU in the burg.

Hey, Jef

I'm sure Belle has heard of the place in which you speak but...

Small world I tell ya. My kid's grandfather owns French's Auto Parts in NM. I grew up in the "burg" and went to HHS and graduated from Bridgewater College in 93. When did you go to JMU?

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome, Jennie!

Have you checked out the Swamp Thing in Austin in April?
http://www.roadwayevents.com/RoadStar/Events-cat.asp?media1Id=1321

Nice lineup, are you going?
Hey Jennie, Welcome to the board!

[Corona]

Hi Jenni! Love your post. Excited for you!!!

Welcome Jef, bubba, Elena, Katie, and the Rulahs! Hope I didn't leave anyone out. The energy is building...can you feel it??!!!! :D :D

[swag]

Nice lineup, are you going?


Probably not, a bit too far of a drive for me, and I think there's good stuff locally that day.

[Belle]

Hey, I'm originally from Virginia too. Ever heard of town called New Market?
Grew up there and went to JMU in the burg.


Right down the road from me. I am north of Winchester on the West VA line.

[jef]

Hey, Jef

I'm sure Belle has heard of the place in which you speak but...

Small world I tell ya. My kid's grandfather owns French's Auto Parts in NM. I grew up in the "burg" and went to HHS and graduated from Bridgewater College in 93. When did you go to JMU?

I graduated JMU in 85. My dad was good friends with Mr. French. I think his name was Herb. Seems like his sons took over some time ago. I went to Stonewall Jackson, then HHS my Junior year and then graduated from TA. Small world indeed.

[jef]

Hey Phatpappa,

Send me an email. I'd like to chat with you offline & see if we know each other.
Funkyfreaky at fresnomail.com

[revjimk]

Virginians
I used to live in Staunton from 1960-1966 (moved from NYC, what a kulcha shock, segregation, Bible classes in public schools, etc.. Great learning experience, was there for school integration which was peaceful & positive)
Last summer I visited for the first time since 1988, Staunton has faded while Harrisonburg has grown immensely.
Had the pleasure of visiting with a HS chum who I hadn't seen in 40 years. Also took the beautiful ride to Monterey. My late old man discovered this drive back in the day, & he really had an eye for scenery...gorgeous. Continued south & west past Falling Spring & New River Gorge in WVa... without a doubt some of the most beautiful country in the good ole USA. In fact I was thinking just that thought south of Monterey when a bald eagle flew off the creek, eye level, about 30 ft. away..... old man's spirit???????
Too cosmic
rev

[Phatpapa]

Virginians
I used to live in Staunton from 1960-1966 (moved from NYC, what a kulcha shock, segregation, Bible classes in public schools, etc.. Great learning experience, was there for school integration which was peaceful & positive)
Last summer I visited for the first time since 1988, Staunton has faded while Harrisonburg has grown immensely.
Had the pleasure of visiting with a HS chum who I hadn't seen in 40 years. Also took the beautiful ride to Monterey. My late old man discovered this drive back in the day, & he really had an eye for scenery...gorgeous. Continued south & west past Falling Spring & New River Gorge in WVa... without a doubt some of the most beautiful country in the good ole USA. In fact I was thinking just that thought south of Monterey when a bald eagle flew off the creek, eye level, about 30 ft. away..... old man's spirit???????
Too cosmic
rev

YYR about the Burg's growth. Even the I-81 corridor in general has boomed. I have heard the Shenandoah Valley is the next Silicon Valley in the making. I agree that it is a beautiful place but the heat and humidity and lack of snow drove me out west to the Rockies

[revjimk]

Phatpapa
Moved to the Rockies? We're neighbors... I live in Denver, used to live in various mountain towns, mostly Leadville.... you?
rev

[Phatpapa]

Phatpapa
Moved to the Rockies? We're neighbors... I live in Denver, used to live in various mountain towns, mostly Leadville.... you?
rev


Very cool. I've been in Breck since 94 and still lovin it
drop me an email if you want phatpapa1 at hotmail

[Tivia]

I have never been to New Orleans but would love to come out for this year's JazzFest. I am trying to talk my brother Bill to come down from Maryland and then we can meet up and enjoy some music together. Well along with everyone else enjoying and hanging out too.
So I am Jennie, I am a single mom of a ten year old boy, and I love life. Cause life is good. Smile~~ and the whole world smiles too!!

Welcome Jennie,
My (teen) Grandson James, hubby Jim and I will be making our 1st trip to New Orleans and of course our 1st Jazz Fest!!!
We can hardly wait, this forum has helped me plan some of our visit, and has opened my eyes to some very friendly people. I also, found Swag's site extremely informative, and it actually led me to this forum.
Hope to see you there, Tina

[swag]

We can hardly wait, this forum has helped me plan some of our visit, and has opened my eyes to some very friendly people. I also, found Swag's site extremely informative, and it actually led me to this forum.
Hope to see you there, Tina

Excellent. :)
A lot of people have found my site from this forum, so it's nice to know that I'll occasionally return the favor.

[Amy Winette]

Hey Tina, where in North Idaho? We're currently in South East Idaho . . .

[Belle]

Welcome to all the newbies....just a few years ago an introduction was made and friendships were born. Jump in and enjoy.

[FishH2O]

Just wanted to chime in introduce myself to this very informative board of folks. I have been lurking in the shadows and reading the posts on this board for weeks now. I just couldn't stand it any longer and had to join. I am living in Hattiesburg, Ms which is a hop and a skip from New Orleans. This board and forum rocks with awesome information and friendly folks. Thanks for having me everyone. This will be my 10th festival..

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the bored, Fish!

[ohio]

welcome Fish!

[Phatpapa]

Just wanted to chime in introduce myself to this very informative board of folks. I have been lurking in the shadows and reading the posts on this board for weeks now. I just couldn't stand it any longer and had to join. I am living in Hattiesburg, Ms which is a hop and a skip from New Orleans. This board and forum rocks with awesome information and friendly folks. Thanks for having me everyone. This will be my 10th festival..

Welcome, FishH2O Glad you decided to come out of the shadows.

I like your avatar and screen name, BTW

[i wanna be in NOLA]

I have been lurking in the shadows and reading the posts on this board for weeks now. I just couldn't stand it any longer and had to join.

hehehe, I love this!

once you're hooked...

Welcome, Fish and the rest of the newcomers.

[festivalgirl]

hehehe, I love this!

once you're hooked...

Welcome, Fish and the rest of the newcomers.

We hooked a Fish?!?!? ;)

[saturn]

We hooked a Fish?!?!? ;)

Hook, line and sinker, apparently.

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv22/Saturnwreck/fish20animated.gif

[FishH2O]

Yepper's I am oficially hooked and glad to be a part of the community. Thanks ladies and gents for having me.

[Belle]

Yepper's I am oficially hooked and glad to be a part of the community. Thanks ladies and gents for having me.

We welcome one and all. I was welcomed a bit ago...but I warn ya this is addicting. Look at my post number and you will understand.

Come to a meet up, keep posting and you will find the most amazing peeps in the world.

[Tivia]

Hey Tina, where in North Idaho? We're currently in South East Idaho . . .

Hi Amy,
We are an hour south-east of Coeur d' Alene, around the lake.
Very close to the Montana border and 3 hours south of BC Canada.
My mom and 3 grand-kids and me were in the Tetons last year on the way back from Disneyland, we were stopping at different hot springs along the way.
Way, way Gorgeous down in your neighborhood.
I'm from The Bay Area, in Sonoma County originally.
Thank you for asking about me.
Tina

[Tivia]

Yepper's I am oficially hooked and glad to be a part of the community. Thanks ladies and gents for having me.

Welcome to a BLAST!!!
Enjoy.

[ozzie]

Goodonya for getting hooked, Fish. Cheers!

[Corona]

yayyy! Welcome Fish :)

[Amy Winette]

Hi Amy,
We are an hour south-east of Coeur d' Alene, around the lake.
Very close to the Montana border and 3 hours south of BC Canada.
My mom and 3 grand-kids and me were in the Tetons last year on the way back from Disneyland, we were stopping at different hot springs along the way.
Way, way Gorgeous down in your neighborhood.
I'm from The Bay Area, in Sonoma County originally.
Thank you for asking about me.
Tina

You're in a beautiful place too Tina! I was born in Spokane but the family is from Bozeman, Montana and moved back when I was a kid, so I'm familiar with much of the area. Jeff grew up in Jackson, Wyoming, but his family now lives in Bozeman, and we met at NOLA's in Palo Alto, California :) I was out in the Bay Area myself for 7 years before we came back here, closer to home, a couple of years ago. Ahh, we love wine country! Looking forward to meeting you at Fest :)

[FLSusan]

Welcome to all who are new (I'm a newbie too!).

[robbyrig]

Hi, been going to Jazzfest for 8 years now. Looking forward to it again this year. I've enjoyed this forum and will try and do better at keeping up with everyone here. Stop by and say hello when you see me there this year!! We'll be plopped under our "We're the boyz from Illinois" flag near the Acura stage.

Rob

[i wanna be in NOLA]

Hey Rob!

Welcome to the Bored. I'll keep an eye out for you at JF for sure.

[Abitian]

Actually I am John P. and I run Abitian Records and a bunch of web sites. And Robert Snow and I are doing the Frenchmenst.com site. He told me this was a forum that was lively, so here I am. If anyone ever has been to Abita Springs, Louisiana, you may have been to my place, The Abita Mystery House, aka the UCM Museum. I am also the producer/manager of the crazy Bobby Lounge. I will try to add my two cents now and then. You all keep up the good work.

[Carolina Beadhead]

Welcome, Rob and John! Stick around and jump in anywhere! We love fresh meat...

:D

[glinda]

Actually I am John P. and I run Abitian Records and a bunch of web sites. And Robert Snow and I are doing the Frenchmenst.com site. He told me this was a forum that was lively, so here I am. If anyone ever has been to Abita Springs, Louisiana, you may have been to my place, The Abita Mystery House, aka the UCM Museum. I am also the producer/manager of the crazy Bobby Lounge. I will try to add my two cents now and then. You all keep up the good work.


Welcome, Rob, from another Illinoisan.

Welcome, John. Checked out the UCM and met you there last year around fest time. Had a great time, the only trouble is trying to explain the Mystery House to people who haven't been there! :D

[Abitian]

It is hard to explain a hobby that got out of control.. We have a bunch of web sites up that try to explain it. It is always fun for me to be there when we get the "Oh my god" reaction. John

[Belle]

It is hard to explain a hobby that got out of control.. We have a bunch of web sites up that try to explain it. It is always fun for me to be there when we get the "Oh my god" reaction. John


Love it!!!! Music is an obsession!!! Welcom Abitian

[Tivia]

You're in a beautiful place too Tina! I was born in Spokane but the family is from Bozeman, Montana and moved back when I was a kid, so I'm familiar with much of the area. Jeff grew up in Jackson, Wyoming, but his family now lives in Bozeman, and we met at NOLA's in Palo Alto, California :) I was out in the Bay Area myself for 7 years before we came back here, closer to home, a couple of years ago. Ahh, we love wine country! Looking forward to meeting you at Fest :)

Oh my Gosh Ms. Amy,
We have been each other heels numerous times over the years.
I love the Wine country too!
It will be so cool to meet you guys!!
Can hardly wait, Tina

[jeanvi]

Definately ! Stax (all be it a rebuilt version) is something we are keen check out as well as the other notable musical sights & sounds of Memphis... Just trying to figure out other places to check out on the way down, thinking of heading to Clarkedale to checkout the infamous 'Crossroads'...

We land in Nashville on the 16th of April and planning on arriving in New oRleans on the 23rd... anyone else got any must do's our route suggestions ? Would love to hear from anyone that has done the drive and can give some tips :)

Have not done that road trip, but read a book that makes me want to: "The Blues Highway" by Richard Knight. GREAT reference tool.
Happy Jazzfest!

[Delta]

Definately ! Stax (all be it a rebuilt version) is something we are keen check out as well as the other notable musical sights & sounds of Memphis... Just trying to figure out other places to check out on the way down, thinking of heading to Clarkedale to checkout the infamous 'Crossroads'...

We land in Nashville on the 16th of April and planning on arriving in New oRleans on the 23rd... anyone else got any must do's our route suggestions ? Would love to hear from anyone that has done the drive and can give some tips :)

I highly recommend "Blues Traveling" by Steve Cheseborough. Lots of great information and maps for doing the Delta Blues touring thing. As much or as little as you want to do. Good historical information and a fairly comprehensive listing of sites and clubs.
http://www.amazon.com/Blues-Traveling-Holy-Sites-Delta/dp/1578066506

And, as with everything else surrounding the Robert Johnson legacy, there is some argument as to where the 'real' crossroads are located. Clarksdale has claimed the intersection of Hwys 61 and 49, but Rosedale, about 40 miles SW of there, is also cited as the location.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Hi, been going to Jazzfest for 8 years now. Looking forward to it again this year. I've enjoyed this forum and will try and do better at keeping up with everyone here. Stop by and say hello when you see me there this year!! We'll be plopped under our "We're the boyz from Illinois" flag near the Acura stage.

Rob

Actually I am John P. and I run Abitian Records and a bunch of web sites. And Robert Snow and I are doing the Frenchmenst.com site. He told me this was a forum that was lively, so here I am. If anyone ever has been to Abita Springs, Louisiana, you may have been to my place, The Abita Mystery House, aka the UCM Museum. I am also the producer/manager of the crazy Bobby Lounge. I will try to add my two cents now and then. You all keep up the good work.

Welcome aboard, Rob & John!

[revjimk]

Ataxia
I STRONGLY recommend Sun Sudios tour. It still has the original acoustic tile (or whatever you call it) in the ceiling.... vibes are INTENSE.... you can just feel the vibes of Howlin Wolf, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee, Elvis, etc.
Stax also great. In fact I was taking notes from all the info on the walls, totally educational, also has a lil dance floor with an endless video of "Soul Train" dancing.
In fact Memphis is an amazingly historic & interesting town. Put Stax & Sun with all the New Orleans stuff, & you have a BIG chunk of America's music. Shouldn't miss the Civil Rights museum at the Lorraine Motel where Dr. King was killed (& several Stax hits written!), Rock& Blues Museum, Gibson guitar factory tour. I even went to America's only ornamental iron museum (an old trade of mine)
Didn't bother with Graceland...
Phatpapa
Great to meet ya!
rev

[Staxsun]

Ataxia
I STRONGLY recommend Sun Sudios tour. It still has the original acoustic tile (or whatever you call it) in the ceiling.... vibes are INTENSE.... you can just feel the vibes of Howlin Wolf, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee, Elvis, etc.
Stax also great. In fact I was taking notes from all the info on the walls, totally educational, also has a lil dance floor with an endless video of "Soul Train" dancing.
In fact Memphis is an amazingly historic & interesting town. Put Stax & Sun with all the New Orleans stuff, & you have a BIG chunk of America's music. Shouldn't miss the Civil Rights museum at the Lorraine Motel where Dr. King was killed (& several Stax hits written!), Rock& Blues Museum, Gibson guitar factory tour. I even went to America's only ornamental iron museum (an old trade of mine)
Didn't bother with Graceland...
Phatpapa
Great to meet ya!
rev

...and I know a pretty good tourguide.

[NeenAtlanta]

Welcome to all of the newbies and de-lurkers. So glad you all jumped in and posted. Happy Jazz Fest y'all!

[Belle]

...and I know a pretty good tourguide.

Freelancer Tom?

[dee79]

Enough lurking! I had to join after already getting such great info here on this site. Thank you to all who have contributed.

Me? 29 years old, single w/ no kids, working for a Gvm't Agency and seeing/listening to as much music as I can.

This will be my first Jazz Fest after trying to get down there from Minneapolis for the past few years to no avail. My aunt is temporarily living there and offered a place to stay so I'd be a fool to pass that up. I am bringing 4 friends with me who have a pretty limited knowledge about the music and history of New Orleans (and JF in general), but have plenty of knowledge when it comes to having fun!

I'm looking forward to everyone's tips and suggestions over the next few months!

Later,

D

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the fun Dee!

[ibjamn]

Enough lurking! I had to join after already getting such great info here on this site. Thank you to all who have contributed.

Me? 29 years old, single w/ no kids, working for a Gvm't Agency and seeing/listening to as much music as I can.

This will be my first Jazz Fest after trying to get down there from Minneapolis for the past few years to no avail. My aunt is temporarily living there and offered a place to stay so I'd be a fool to pass that up. I am bringing 4 friends with me who have a pretty limited knowledge about the music and history of New Orleans (and JF in general), but have plenty of knowledge when it comes to having fun!

I'm looking forward to everyone's tips and suggestions over the next few months!

Later,

D

Welcome, Dee! You picked a fun day to jump in!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome Dee!!!
After JF/NOLA you will never be the (sane) same.
Enjoy!!!

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome, Dee. You are really like it here!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

...and I know a pretty good tourguide.

Do you have his business card?
:)

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome:
FLSusan!!!
robbyris!!!
Abitian!!!

[FreeSpirit1]

Hi all

My name is Barbra and I was raised in New Zealand, born in Australia, Sydney where I currently live with my constant companion Diane.
My baby son's father is a native of New Orleans and a Jazz musician there.
I was born in 1950 which makes me forever young and raised in an era of dance halls with big bands and radios playing Jazz.
Recently whilst doing my family tree for a College project I was gob smacked to find that my Great Granddad's momma was a Choctaw native of Allegheny, then further surprised to find my Great Grandfather John Hickman was also Choctaw 390. That explained my wander lust and golden brown skin!
This is my 1st Jazz Fest and I am volunteering on every day at the Grandstand as an Ambassador so please pop past and say G'day.

[Michelino]

Hi all

My name is Barbra and I was raised in New Zealand, born in Australia, Sydney where I currently live with my constant companion Diane.
My baby son's father is a native of New Orleans and a Jazz musician there.
I was born in 1950 which makes me forever young and raised in an era of dance halls with big bands and radios playing Jazz.
Recently whilst doing my family tree for a College project I was gob smacked to find that my Great Granddad's momma was a Choctaw native of Allegheny, then further surprised to find my Great Grandfather John Hickman was also Choctaw 390. That explained my wander lust and golden brown skin!
This is my 1st Jazz Fest and I am volunteering on every day at the Grandstand as an Ambassador so please pop past and say G'day.

Welcome Barbra! You sound like perfect Threadhead (http://www.threadheads.org/)material. By the way, I caught a glimpse of those jazzy days in the 50s myself. That music made a great soundtrack for more than one childhood!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the bored, Barbra!

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome Barbra. I'm glad to have you join us.

[bobbydel]

Hi everyone. I'm a newbie to NOLA and JazzFest. A friend told me I HAD to check out JazzFest so I took advantage of a free flight, booked a hotel on priceline, and went for it. I'm flying solo which I haven't done in a long time, so this is going to be one of those trips where I'm going to just let things happen. I followed the dead in college many moons ago and I love all kinds of music - especially blues. I come from a family of musicians and performers so it’s in my blood.

Reading these posts is amazing: everyone is so welcoming and all the JF chat is getting my blood pumping for an amazing time. I'm coming down on Wednesday afternoon (4/22) for the first weekend. I’m open to suggestions for Thursday activities.

[ibjamn]

Welcome Bobby, you're going to have a great time!
You will prolly want to catch Shamarr Allen playing at Louisiana Music Factory, 6pm on 4/23. For other stuff, check:
http://www.jazzfestgrids.com/

[jolie]

Hi all

My name is Barbra and I was raised in New Zealand, born in Australia, Sydney where I currently live with my constant companion Diane.
My baby son's father is a native of New Orleans and a Jazz musician there.
I was born in 1950 which makes me forever young and raised in an era of dance halls with big bands and radios playing Jazz.
Recently whilst doing my family tree for a College project I was gob smacked to find that my Great Granddad's momma was a Choctaw native of Allegheny, then further surprised to find my Great Grandfather John Hickman was also Choctaw 390. That explained my wander lust and golden brown skin!
This is my 1st Jazz Fest and I am volunteering on every day at the Grandstand as an Ambassador so please pop past and say G'day.

Welcome FreeSpirit!! My little town of Lacombe (Bayou Lacombe) is rich with Choctaw culture, with about 300 tribal citizens currently. Feel free to join us here on the Wednesday 'tween for our Bayou Bash & Boil.

[Amyloves...]

Welcome and big hugs to Fish and Abitian and Robby and Tivia and Susan and Dee and Barbra and Bobby and whoever I'm missing cause I'm a little behind on here! It's so great to see newbies and lurkers coming out of the shadows!

There's a wealth of info on here and PLEASE don't be afraid to ask any questions you'd like to ask. You'll get a lot of silly answers too but within that will be the answer you seek. And be sure to check on swagland.com for a ton of insight. Stick around!

[sophisticated sissy]

What Amy says! Welcome, everybody!

[BigDag]

If you are looking for a true New Orleans experience for Thursday the 23rd, I would suggest the Brass Band Blowout at the Howling Wolf that night. Rebirth, Soul Rebels, Hot Eight, all in the same place at one time. It doesn't get any better than that.

[stlbarb]

Welcome and big hugs to Fish and Abitian and Robby and Tivia and Susan and Dee and Barbra and Bobby and whoever I'm missing cause I'm a little behind on here! It's so great to see newbies and lurkers coming out of the shadows!

There's a wealth of info on here and PLEASE don't be afraid to ask any questions you'd like to ask. You'll get a lot of silly answers too but within that will be the answer you seek. And be sure to check on swagland.com for a ton of insight. Stick around!

You sound like Miss Lois (romper room). for you youngsters, wikipedia will explain.

welcome all. diverse* group of folks here who will answer questions and offer advice (even when not requested). but as different as everyone is they all have at least 2 things in common: their love of people and having a good time!

* various ages, nationalities, life experiences, financial situations, heights, weights, hair color ;)

[taylor451]

Hello Everyone. I am Chris from Houston. I am a 4th year lurker coming out of the shadows now. My first festival was 2005 and after that I made the commitment to myself to make it back every year. Thank you for all of your insight over the years. It has truly made for some very special moments. I look forward to getting to know everyone better.

Cheers

[Staxsun]

Welcome, Chris! Let us hear from you. As you already know, there's tons of info and fun on this board. There's even more if you contribute and draw it out.

[Tivia]

Hello Everyone. I am Chris from Houston. I am a 4th year lurker coming out of the shadows now. My first festival was 2005 and after that I made the commitment to myself to make it back every year. Thank you for all of your insight over the years. It has truly made for some very special moments. I look forward to getting to know everyone better.

Cheers

Welcome Chris,
I just bursted on to this forum in January.
I wasn't aware of lurkers in the shadows.
Just lookin for ways to make our adventure the best it could be...
and stumbled across the ThreadHeads...
turned out to be such a welcoming place to learn so much and enjoy the excitement before arriving in New Orleans in April!!!!
Can hardly wait to meet some of you!!!;)

[Lester_leaps_in]

If you are looking for a true New Orleans experience for Thursday the 23rd, I would suggest the Brass Band Blowout at the Howling Wolf that night. Rebirth, Soul Rebels, Hot Eight, all in the same place at one time. It doesn't get any better than that.


I concur. That's where I'll be.




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[Phatpapa]

I concur. That's where I'll be.




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Yea, what he said. I'm gonna break my JF virgin in right!!
See ya'll there

[Lester_leaps_in]

Yea, what he said. I'm gonna break my JF virgin in right!!
See ya'll there

Cool! I'll be bringing my Festal Virgin, as well.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Hello Everyone. I am Chris from Houston. I am a 4th year lurker coming out of the shadows now. My first festival was 2005 and after that I made the commitment to myself to make it back every year. Thank you for all of your insight over the years. It has truly made for some very special moments. I look forward to getting to know everyone better.

Cheers

Welcome Chris, I'm from Kingwood. I hope we get a chance to meet during JF.
fyi: meetups all 7 days at 1:45.

[Amyloves...]

Welcome Chris....glad you came out of the shadows!

[crunch]

Hi Everyone,
My name is Colin and I live in New Jersey. I am amazed by the threadhead community and this message board. It seems like there are a lot of really great people on here and there is so much great information. I hope I get to meet some of you at Fest this year.

My wife Lisa and I attended Jazz Fest in 2006 for the first time and had the time of our lives. We are returning this year with my sister Maryellen and are attending second weekend. We are all really looking forward to it. My sister has never been to NOLA before and I can’t wait to get her hooked on the greatest city in the world too. We are really looking forward to getting back to New Orleans and Jazz Fest.

[Orleansnj]

Hi Everyone,
My name is Colin and I live in New Jersey. I am amazed by the threadhead community and this message board. It seems like there are a lot of really great people on here and there is so much great information. I hope I get to meet some of you at Fest this year.

My wife Lisa and I attended Jazz Fest in 2006 for the first time and had the time of our lives. We are returning this year with my sister Maryellen and are attending second weekend. We are all really looking forward to it. My sister has never been to NOLA before and I can’t wait to get her hooked on the greatest city in the world too. We are really looking forward to getting back to New Orleans and Jazz Fest.

Hey now !! Welcome to the board !!!

where y'at in joisey?

Meet ups are at Ms. Lena's beer tent 1:45 pm each day. Can't wait to meet up with everyone !

[crunch]

Hey now !! Welcome to the board !!!

where y'at in joisey?

Meet ups are at Ms. Lena's beer tent 1:45 pm each day. Can't wait to meet up with everyone !

We are in Berkeley Heights. Can you tell me where Ms. Lena's beer tent is located?

[ohio]

Welcome Crunch!

Go to www.threadheads.com and click on the 'Pocket Fest/Food Map' link...

[BigDag]

We continue to hear from folks who first discovered New Orleans post-Katrina, and have fallen in love with The City. I don't know about you, but the storm and everything that has happened since is still in the back (maybe in the middle, or even towards the front) of my mind. It's been three and a half, almost four years, and many things will never be the same, but New Orleans is still able to entrance those who encounter her. That makes me happy. :)

[Belle]

We continue to hear from folks who first discovered New Orleans post-Katrina, and have fallen in love with The City. I don't know about you, but the storm and everything that has happened since is still in the back (maybe in the middle, or even towards the front) of my mind. It's been three and a half, almost four years, and many things will never be the same, but New Orleans is still able to entrance those who encounter her. That makes me happy. :)

You either loved her before or after but there is no doubt you will love her when you really meet her. Nothing like New Orleans anywhere period.

[Amyloves...]

Hi Everyone,
My name is Colin and I live in New Jersey. I am amazed by the threadhead community and this message board. It seems like there are a lot of really great people on here and there is so much great information. I hope I get to meet some of you at Fest this year.

My wife Lisa and I attended Jazz Fest in 2006 for the first time and had the time of our lives. We are returning this year with my sister Maryellen and are attending second weekend. We are all really looking forward to it. My sister has never been to NOLA before and I can’t wait to get her hooked on the greatest city in the world too. We are really looking forward to getting back to New Orleans and Jazz Fest.

Welcome Colin! So glad you're coming back and bringing more!

[marignygreg]

I been in love since 1986, she just got a little beat up in 05, but she on da rebound !!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome Colin!!!! We all hope you get a chance to stop by for the meetups. Enjoy the Fess!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Colin!

[rosetree]

Welcome to all of the Newbies and ex-Lurkers! :D
stick around, ask questions (if we don't know the answers, we'll make something up----just kidding) We were all newbies once, although for some of us it was so long ago, we can't remember....

I've bumped up the RosetreeFestIII thread for y'all. You are all welcome to come over and pass a good time at my studio on 'tween Wednesday.
Hope to meet you there or at one of the meet-ups at Ms. Lena's!

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome Crunch!

Go to www.threadheads.com (http://www.threadheads.com) and click on the 'Pocket Fest/Food Map' link...

Make that www.threadheads.org (http://www.threadheads.org)

[voodoodaddy]

Hi Y'all

I've been lurking for a while and had problems with registering so couldn't post. That's now fixed and I'm ready to roll!

I'm another Australian ready to converge on NOLA for the greatest party on Earth. This will be my 2nd Fest after making the pilgrimage last year. I'll be coming with my father-in-law just like last year.

Most excited about being able to participate in this great community!

[Staxsun]

Hi Y'all

I've been lurking for a while and had problems with registering so couldn't post. That's now fixed and I'm ready to roll!

I'm another Australian ready to converge on NOLA for the greatest party on Earth. This will be my 2nd Fest after making the pilgrimage last year. I'll be coming with my father-in-law just like last year.

Most excited about being able to participate in this great community!

Welcome!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, VoodooDaddy!

[ibjamn]

Welcome Voodoo! YAY for all our Aussies!!!

[Carolina Beadhead]

Strewth!! We're being overrun by the Aussies!! :D

Welcome!

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome, Voodoodaddy. We're glad to have you with us.

[iluvfuzz]

Hey everybody, my name is Dave Quillen and I will be attending my first fest this year and am very excited!! I am 43, divorced numerous times, getting fatter and balder all the time but always up for a party. I am coming down with Jeanine Fleming (neenatlanta) and can't wait to get the party started :-)

[ibjamn]

Hey everybody, my name is Dave Quillen and I will be attending my first fest this year and am very excited!! I am 43, divorced numerous times, getting fatter and balder all the time but always up for a party. I am coming down with Jeanine Fleming (neenatlanta) and can't wait to get the party started :-)

Hey Fuzz!!! Welcome! Any friend of Neen's is a friend of ours!

[iluvfuzz]

Hey Fuzz!!! Welcome! Any friend of Neen's is a friend of ours!

I was counting on some friendship via osmosis :-)

[ozzie]

Strewth!! We're being overrun by the Aussies!! :D

Welcome!

Dayumm... she's on to our evil plan!

[ozzie]

Hi Y'all

I've been lurking for a while and had problems with registering so couldn't post. That's now fixed and I'm ready to roll!

I'm another Australian ready to converge on NOLA for the greatest party on Earth. This will be my 2nd Fest after making the pilgrimage last year. I'll be coming with my father-in-law just like last year.

Most excited about being able to participate in this great community!

There's talk of the aussies invading d.b.a on Sat 25th to say cheers for Anzac Day. I have the two-up ready!

Cheers!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome voodoodaddy & fuzz!!!!
Enjoy the Fess!

[MzJoey]

Hi Y'all

I've been lurking for a while and had problems with registering so couldn't post. That's now fixed and I'm ready to roll!

I'm another Australian ready to converge on NOLA for the greatest party on Earth. This will be my 2nd Fest after making the pilgrimage last year. I'll be coming with my father-in-law just like last year.

Most excited about being able to participate in this great community!

Well we love our Aussies...and we love our Jazzfest Daddies!!! Welcome aboard!

[MzJoey]

I was counting on some friendship via osmosis :-)

You arrive at JF with excellent credentials my Man!
However, If you are taller than Neen, you have to stand behind me...she said she was coming with some BIG music fans...i'm jus saying...

[MzJoey]

Welcome voodoodaddy & fuzz!!!!
Enjoy the Fess!

...and he's from Texas!

[Orleansnj]

welcome ! Less than three weeks now !!!!

[festbabe]

Damn I'm excited!

[NeenAtlanta]

Hey everybody, my name is Dave Quillen and I will be attending my first fest this year and am very excited!! I am 43, divorced numerous times, getting fatter and balder all the time but always up for a party. I am coming down with Jeanine Fleming (neenatlanta) and can't wait to get the party started :-)

Yay Dave - you made it over! This is an amazing group of folks and you'll get to meet 'em all in just a few weeks.

We are going to have a good ol' time, my friend!!!

[NYMAMA]

DAMN so many newbies! Welcome all join the fun not too much longer!!!!!!

[voodoodaddy]

There's talk of the aussies invading d.b.a on Sat 25th to say cheers for Anzac Day. I have the two-up ready!

Cheers!

Sounds like fun but we look like being at Tips FQ for Tab that night. Everything of course is subject to change though!

[Gards]

Sounds like fun but we look like being at Tips FQ for Tab that night. Everything of course is subject to change though!

Hi Voodoodaddy I look forward to catching up with you in Nola.Where abouts in Aus are you from?
Ozzie,Ozgal,Peteup,Flying Kiwi,etc FYI I emailed the Bulldog bar uptown today and and let them know that there may be a a group of Anzacs wishing to have a drink or 2 at their place on Anzac day, eve,We can do such from say 8pm or so onwards at whatever venue we end up choosing and therfore give time to people who wish to go to night shows. I let them know of the significance of the day and said that I had seen their excellent beer list and was sad that it did not have one Aus beer on there and that US brewed Fosters did not count.I asked them if they could get something in for us and that we would spend a bob or two,and beeing the smartass that I can be also mentioned that I new that some Australian beer was available wholesale in the States as we had purchased Coopers and VB for some functions when I was working in Salt Lake,anyway we will see what happens.
Cheers
Gards

[voodoodaddy]

Hi Voodoodaddy I look forward to catching up with you in Nola.Where abouts in Aus are you from?
Ozzie,Ozgal,Peteup,Flying Kiwi,etc FYI I emailed the Bulldog bar uptown today and and let them know that there may be a a group of Anzacs wishing to have a drink or 2 at their place on Anzac day, eve,We can do such from say 8pm or so onwards at whatever venue we end up choosing and therfore give time to people who wish to go to night shows. I let them know of the significance of the day and said that I had seen their excellent beer list and was sad that it did not have one Aus beer on there and that US brewed Fosters did not count.I asked them if they could get something in for us and that we would spend a bob or two,and beeing the smartass that I can be also mentioned that I new that some Australian beer was available wholesale in the States as we had purchased Coopers and VB for some functions when I was working in Salt Lake,anyway we will see what happens.
Cheers
Gards


I'm from the Gold Coast. I'm travelling with my father-in-law. This whole madness started with us going down to Bluesfest each year and then we got carried away last year and did Jazz Fest as well! As a fairly lame concession to our wives and children (and our hip pockets) we're not doing Bluesfest this year which will be the first year in 5 or 6 years we haven't made it.

Having a VB or two in NOLA would be very cool.

[NeenAtlanta]

Hi Voodoodaddy I look forward to catching up with you in Nola.Where abouts in Aus are you from?
Ozzie,Ozgal,Peteup,Flying Kiwi,etc FYI I emailed the Bulldog bar uptown today and and let them know that there may be a a group of Anzacs wishing to have a drink or 2 at their place on Anzac day, eve,We can do such from say 8pm or so onwards at whatever venue we end up choosing and therfore give time to people who wish to go to night shows. I let them know of the significance of the day and said that I had seen their excellent beer list and was sad that it did not have one Aus beer on there and that US brewed Fosters did not count.I asked them if they could get something in for us and that we would spend a bob or two,and beeing the smartass that I can be also mentioned that I new that some Australian beer was available wholesale in the States as we had purchased Coopers and VB for some functions when I was working in Salt Lake,anyway we will see what happens.
Cheers
Gards

Way to go Gards - let us know when you hear back from them. I hope they are smart and stock a LOT of beer for you guys.

Um, what is Anzac anyway?

[Lester_leaps_in]

Way to go Gards - let us know when you hear back from them. I hope they are smart and stock a LOT of beer for you guys.

Um, what is Anzac anyway?

Read this book: http://www.amazon.com/Gallipoli-Perennial-Classics-Alan-Moorehead/dp/0060937084/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1238947525&sr=1-4

or, at least, read the customer reviews near the bottom of the Amazon web page.

[NeenAtlanta]

Read this book: http://www.amazon.com/Gallipoli-Perennial-Classics-Alan-Moorehead/dp/0060937084/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1238947525&sr=1-4

or, at least, read the customer reviews near the bottom of the Amazon web page.

Thanks, Lester. I saw that movie many years ago, just awful. I didn't make the connection to the word "anzac". But just looked it up on wikipedia - stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.

[Lester_leaps_in]

Thanks, Lester. I saw that movie many years ago, just awful. I didn't make the connection to the word "anzac". But just looked it up on wikipedia - stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.

And April 25 is Anzac Day to commemorate the anniversary of the Anzac landing.

[iluvfuzz]

I can't wait woooohoooo

[Gards]

And April 25 is Anzac Day to commemorate the anniversary of the Anzac landing.

It is a bit strange that we commemorate what was such a disaster.
The main sort of purpose of the day now,is to remember those that have seved in all Wars,as I think now that all of the Anzac vetrans may be gone.
It also is useful as a reminder of the futility of all Wars,and not to mention that when it falls on a working day,we get a national public holiday

[ozzie]

And April 25 is Anzac Day to commemorate the anniversary of the Anzac landing.

Didn't get the movie 'Gallipoli', but Ken gave me a DVD for ya about the Anzacs. It's in my 'man I hope I don't forget to bring this' pile.

[Lester_leaps_in]

Didn't get the movie 'Gallipoli', but Ken gave me a DVD for ya about the Anzacs. It's in my 'man I hope I don't forget to bring this' pile.

How very cool. Thanks in advance.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Damn I'm excited!

I can't wait woooohoooo

Its great to see other people excited!
I'm bouncing of the walls...... and that
video that came out today is not helping

[ms204b]

Hi I am orginally from new orleans and I am a Jazz fest feine and I love the great parties for jazz fest so any who knows where the great parties are this year let me know. I'm also looking for some jazz fest friends to hang out with and just have fun.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Hi I am orginally from new orleans and I am a Jazz fest feine and I love the great parties for jazz fest so any who knows where the great parties are this year let me know. I'm also looking for some jazz fest friends to hang out with and just have fun.

You have come to the right place. Welcome to the board!!! Tell us a little about your taste in music.
fyi: We have meetups everyday at 1:45.

[NeenAtlanta]

I can't wait woooohoooo

Go Dave go - you're up to 3 posts now.
LOL!

[Staxsun]

Hi I am orginally from new orleans and I am a Jazz fest feine and I love the great parties for jazz fest so any who knows where the great parties are this year let me know. I'm also looking for some jazz fest friends to hang out with and just have fun.

I have to ask. Do you work for the Postal Service?

Welcome, and you've come to the right place for friends and fun!

[coco robicheaux]

My buddy and I are heading back to Jazzfest for the first time since 2002 and can't wait to get back. I've been trolling the forum for some time and used to post under my favorite Frenchmen character's name (with Dr. Bob a close second) years ago. Reading your posts and listening to WWOZ on the web at work help keep me connected to NO in between attending Galactic and Cowboy Mouth shows when they travel to the Midwest. Like I said, it will be great to be back! Only 2 more weeks to go.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

My buddy and I are heading back to Jazzfest for the first time since 2002 and can't wait to get back. I've been trolling the forum for some time and used to post under my favorite Frenchmen character's name (with Dr. Bob a close second) years ago. Reading your posts and listening to WWOZ on the web at work help keep me connected to NO in between attending Galactic and Cowboy Mouth shows when they travel to the Midwest. Like I said, it will be great to be back! Only 2 more weeks to go.

Welcome to the board coco. We are glad your able to make JF this this.

[jonnygospeltent]

I have to ask. Do you work for the Postal Service?

Welcome, and you've come to the right place for friends and fun!

Hey 204B , welcome aboard.There are a few other postal workers on here.

[jck]

Checking in......long time lurker and past poster under other name which the board did not like this year?. Coming to 8th Fest 4/23-4/26 with wife Abby (only 5th for her!). We always come with 8-10 people on first weekend and this year we number 8. I just bought my TH Raffle tix and hope to one day meet the THs when we are staying longer than 3-4 days and can do tween festing.

[Staxsun]

Checking in......long time lurker and past poster under other name which the board did not like this year?. Coming to 8th Fest 4/23-4/26 with wife Abby (only 5th for her!). We always come with 8-10 people on first weekend and this year we number 8. I just bought my TH Raffle tix and hope to one day meet the THs when we are staying longer than 3-4 days and can do tween festing.

Meetups at the fest every day at 1:45 behind the Zulu Diamond Cutters' Beer Tent (directly across from the Heritage Stage). Also, if you are at Liuzza's prior to the gates opening, there is usually a gathering of Threadheads across the street on the corner closest to the gate. Welcome back!

[jck]

We always have a bloody at Liuzza's before Fest on first Friday..Always! Two years ago the line was so long we put women in line and bought first beers from kids with a cooler on a wagon....awesome! I will look for THs this year and introduce myself for sure. Thanks.

Jeff from Baltimore

[Staxsun]

We always have a bloody at Liuzza's before Fest on first Friday..Always! Two years ago the line was so long we put women in line and bought first beers from kids with a cooler on a wagon....awesome! I will look for THs this year and introduce myself for sure. Thanks.

Jeff from Baltimore

Cool! Hope to see you there! I was going to ask if you were Jeff from Baltimore.

[boodleob]

Hi all....

This'll be 3rd Fest for me....but a virgin to the Forum.....memories of '04(cried like a baby with Raitt's "I Can't Make U Luv me" after g'bye to the 'ex...in '06.....and again...tears....this time around I'm bringing newbie wife tara for second weekend and plan on nothing but music/foodndrink....no tears this time...I've lurked the forum for tidbits....tx muchly to rosetree for the prking situation....plan on a meetup or two at ms. lena's.....and pre-beer @ Liuzza's....and......and.......luv to hook tara up with you fine TH folks and the whole freakin' thing that is NOLA....can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Belle]

Hi all....

This'll be 3rd Fest for me....but a virgin to the Forum.....memories of '04(cried like a baby with Raitt's "I Can't Make U Luv me" after g'bye to the 'ex...in '06.....and again...tears....this time around I'm bringing newbie wife tara for second weekend and plan on nothing but music/foodndrink....no tears this time...I've lurked the forum for tidbits....tx muchly to rosetree for the prking situation....plan on a meetup or two at ms. lena's.....and pre-beer @ Liuzza's....and......and.......luv to hook tara up with you fine TH folks and the whole freakin' thing that is NOLA....can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Another is spinning....

Glad to have ya here, we will cross paths (even if we don't know it) Glad you are posting and hoping you and the bride have a great time

[Carolina Beadhead]

Man, I can't keep up!!

Welcome everyone!!

[rosetree]

Hi all....

This'll be 3rd Fest for me....but a virgin to the Forum.....memories of '04(cried like a baby with Raitt's "I Can't Make U Luv me" after g'bye to the 'ex...in '06.....and again...tears....this time around I'm bringing newbie wife tara for second weekend and plan on nothing but music/foodndrink....no tears this time...I've lurked the forum for tidbits....tx muchly to rosetree for the prking situation....plan on a meetup or two at ms. lena's.....and pre-beer @ Liuzza's....and......and.......luv to hook tara up with you fine TH folks and the whole freakin' thing that is NOLA....can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I was wondering when you were going to surface!:D

[binny]

glad i found this board! i'm binny from oregon and can't wait to get to n'awlins! i don't feel so alone with my giddiness when i see the level of preparation that is happening on here!

this is the 10th anniversary of my first jazzfest!

binny
31
favorite food at fest: crawfish monica
favorite large dinner party: deanies bbq shrimp
favorite late night: tips uptown and frenchman street (and Igors)
favorite venue: ???? excited about the CANO studio....
favorite day at fest: sunday at the gospel tent where i atone for my sins

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the bored, Binny! You are definitely not alone in your craziness here!

[BigDag]

glad i found this board! i'm binny from oregon and can't wait to get to n'awlins! i don't feel so alone with my giddiness when i see the level of preparation that is happening on here!

this is the 10th anniversary of my first jazzfest!

binny
31
favorite food at fest: crawfish monica
favorite large dinner party: deanies bbq shrimp
favorite late night: tips uptown and frenchman street (and Igors)
favorite venue: ???? excited about the CANO studio....
favorite day at fest: sunday at the gospel tent where i atone for my sins

Damn Binny! You're one of us! Hope we run into each other!

[radi8tors]

Welcome to the bored, Binny! You are definitely not alone in your craziness here!
Greetings from the funny farm! Add one more crazy to the list. I'm Tony from MD. This will be my 25th jazzfest in 30 years. I've always had great respect for your group and the awesome raffle you do each year. I'm a friend of Che's, and met a few of you good people last JF.

[eZe]

Yeah Tony...another marylander. Welcome.
Binny, welcome aboard.


More pros I can learn something from :P)

[Orleansnj]

hey now binny and radi8tors....welcome !!!

hope you make some of the meetups at Ms. Lena's beer tent.

[glinda]

Welcome to the pre-fest madness, binny & radi8tors!
This place is spinning faster & faster each day now!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Greetings from the funny farm! Add one more crazy to the list. I'm Tony from MD. This will be my 25th jazzfest in 30 years. I've always had great respect for your group and the awesome raffle you do each year. I'm a friend of Che's, and met a few of you good people last JF.

Welcome aboard, Tony!

[jck]

Welcome from fellow Marylander.....25 in 30 years...I am humbled.

[Belle]

Welcome to all the bored virgins. Watch out you first post starts an addition....For those from MD and VA hope to see you at shows in the areas. Shout outs are given.

Hope to see you at fest.

[Bluemon]

Welcome Binny and Tony!

I can't believe I haven't done the intro yet either. It must have been on the old bored.

I'm Monica, 47, a CPA from St Louis. More of a lurker than a poster, but I do participate as much as possible. Mostly after April 15th!!!

See ya at Ms Lena's, The OFFICIAL Threadhead beer stand. Get your COLD, COLD BEER there.

[NeenAtlanta]

Hi Bluemom - great to see you back on the board!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Big Welcome to all of the new folks!!! I sure hope everyone gets a chance to make the meetups.

[Banzai Bill White]

Banzai Bill here, taking a peak at the Threadheads. Some of you know me. Say hello when you get a chance. I won't be at Fest this year (though I may sneak down for second weekend), but I will be listening on WWOZ.

Wishing all of you a wonderful Jazzfest. Hope the weather holds out for all of you.

Miss you all,
Banzai

[ibjamn]

Banzai Bill here, taking a peak at the Threadheads. Some of you know me. Say hello when you get a chance. I won't be at Fest this year (though I may sneak down for second weekend), but I will be listening on WWOZ.

Wishing all of you a wonderful Jazzfest. Hope the weather holds out for all of you.

Miss you all,
Banzai

Well, looky looky! Hey you!

[Banzai Bill White]

Hope you all had fun at FQ Fest. I was listening on OZ and watching on Muriel's cam. Looked very nice. I'm busy at work, but I can't wait to make it back to the city in May. After the last visit, we're actively looking at ways to come back home. I know UNO has a hiring freeze right now, but I'll be patient. :)

[Staxsun]

Great to see you back here, Bill! It's been too long. Good luck in working your way back.

[ibjamn]

Hope you all had fun at FQ Fest. I was listening on OZ and watching on Muriel's cam. Looked very nice. I'm busy at work, but I can't wait to make it back to the city in May. After the last visit, we're actively looking at ways to come back home. I know UNO has a hiring freeze right now, but I'll be patient. :)

!! I didn't know that, I thought you were resigned to staying in Texas! That would be fantastic!!!

[FirstFest09]

My name is Kelli and I live in The Woodlands, Texas. This is my first fest experience and I will be going with my boyfriend who has been to the fest a few times. I've been reading the "threads" and can't wait to get there. We are going the 2nd weekend. Being that this is my first, it seems that there is just soooooo much going on - don't want to miss out on anything, so if you have any advice/suggestions please let me know.

[festbabe]

My name is Kelli and I live in The Woodlands, Texas. This is my first fest experience and I will be going with my boyfriend who has been to the fest a few times. I've been reading the "threads" and can't wait to get there. We are going the 2nd weekend. Being that this is my first, it seems that there is just soooooo much going on - don't want to miss out on anything, so if you have any advice/suggestions please let me know.

Hi Kelli! Welcome!
Advice - remember to enjoy yourself. You won't/can't do everything, and will injure yourself trying (haha). Follow your ears on the fairgrounds and discover something new. And have fun!

[sunshine1]

Mike 42 from Ormond Beach FL. 2nd weekend will be my 6th Festival over the years, wish I'd found it sooner--Love the city, love the people, love the music, always leave with a smile on my face, wishin' I could stay. Always have a big Krewe with me for JF, but would love to make a threadhead meeting one of these years!
Peace and best wishes to all on the eve of this years fest, see ya'll there!!!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome Mike!

[Tivia]

Welcome Mike...
It will be my first time, I am looking forward to meeting
some of the krewe, hope you will be at the meet ups!

[ohio]

Welcome newbies Mike & Kellie, and welcome back Bill & Mon....
It's Prime Time!

[NeenAtlanta]

Banzai Bill here, taking a peak at the Threadheads. Some of you know me. Say hello when you get a chance. I won't be at Fest this year (though I may sneak down for second weekend), but I will be listening on WWOZ.

Wishing all of you a wonderful Jazzfest. Hope the weather holds out for all of you.

Miss you all,
Banzai

Hey Bill - sure hope you can make it 2nd weekend - it would be great to see your smiling face!

[Bluemon]

Only two days of prepping left AND THEN WE DRIVE TO NOLA!!!!!

I can't wait.

Welcome to all of the newbies. My only advice is go with the flow. Planning is great, but JF is better if your plans are not written in stone.

See ya at Ms Lena's!!

[KYfunkfan]

well, hi everyone....haven't really even been lurking this year....been so damn busy, dealing with property probs due to the weather, and dealing with some personal illness and surgery type problems...

but, in line for second weekend, bringing one new peep, and my two peeps from last year joinin'....recovering nicely here, and i suspect to be 95% by Fest!

happy fest all, maybe see you out?

[GringomarriesCuban]

I've been lurking for a couple of months( Steve). I'm getting very excited because this is my first NO Jazz Fest. We are set for 2nd Friday, Sat and Sun. I'm bringing my wife of 25 years, Cristy, and my 2 son's, Chris 24 and Tim 19. Wife and boys have never been to NOLA, but I've been a few times. I've checked the grids and have "penciled" in some of you all's recommendations.
I'm not that familiar with a lot/most of these bands, but we will have fun non the less. Looking forward to meeting everyone.

[i wanna be in NOLA]

Welcome Steve, Cristy, Chris, and Tim! You're gonna love it!!! We're second weekenders too. Stop by with your clan someday (or everyday) at 1:45 behind Ms Lena's tent.

[GringomarriesCuban]

I sure will if I can find it,,,,hickup.

[Belle]

Welcome to all the new members..find the meetups at Fest. Very easy to do, you just have to be willing. As you have found out this is a great group of peeps...sharing and caring.

If it is your first fest, you will be hooked if not, well I gotta wonder but none the less you will have a great time if you let your ears lead your schedule.

Enjoy the best City for music, food and peeps.

[GringomarriesCuban]

Thanks for the greetings. I look forward to meeting everyone next weekend.
See ya soon.

[Banzai Bill White]

Neen--what's your number? Twitter? I just saw you on Liuzza's cam. I wanted to say hello. email me at drwswhite@yahoo.com Banzai

[KatiefromDC]

I've been working non-stop for the past month. JF will be my first break. Have had little time to think about it, but have my flights and hotel.

Where/how are the meetups?

[eZe]

Hiya Katie,

From the bored:

Meetups at the fest every day at 1:45 behind the Zulu Diamond Cutters' Beer Tent (directly across from the Heritage Stage). Also, if you are at Liuzza's prior to the gates opening, there is usually a gathering of Threadheads across the street on the corner closest to the gate. Welcome back!

I'm from Southern Maryland (St. Mary's Co)...when you heading down?

[Tivia]

I've been working non-stop for the past month. JF will be my first break. Have had little time to think about it, but have my flights and hotel.

Where/how are the meetups?

Hi Katie!
Welcome to da bored (as they say), this will be my first break in a long time, also.
I'm getting so excited.
Hope to see ya there!;)

[KatiefromDC]

Thanks, y'all.

Heading down (flying) Friday afternoon, arriving in town around 4 pm.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome to all of the new Threadheads!!!
Stop by the meetups if your able to.

[wahinemicha]

Aloha Y'all !
I'm Michelle, virgin festing with my beloved husband Chris second weekend. Me arriving Wednesday 4/29 thru Tues 5/5, He Thurs 4/30 thru Sun 5/. He IS MUSIC.....blues, jazz, reggae/world, nearly every genre loving.....GM for a radio station w/ Big Band/ 30's-40's format and Entertainment Marketing teacher. Me is music lover as well, 'transportation specialist' throughout Cleveland's westside & greater Metro area. (see "Cristal's" in NOLA area. I do that up here !) So very excited to be comin on down finally. Been on our 'do do list' for a long time. I'll be wearin purple most likely, dancin definitely,enjoyin the sights sounds and feelin all the LOVE ! Please come on over and say HEY ! My screen name is from my deepest love of all things Hawaii, my previous home, and where my heart n soul will always reside, no matter where I'm livin ! Mahalo for all of your enthusiasm and help !

[narleykiwi]

I'm Stuart, aka narleykiwi. I didn't make it over this year but Paul aka flyingkiwi has - yet again!! I guess you may have already caught up with him during the 1st weekend??? He says it's pretty hot there - well at least the day Joe Cocker was on.
Anyway, I am wishing I was there!!!
cya

[csoul]

Aloha Y'all !
I'm Michelle, virgin festing with my beloved husband Chris second weekend. Me arriving Wednesday 4/29 thru Tues 5/5, He Thurs 4/30 thru Sun 5/. He IS MUSIC.....blues, jazz, reggae/world, nearly every genre loving.....GM for a radio station w/ Big Band/ 30's-40's format and Entertainment Marketing teacher. Me is music lover as well, 'transportation specialist' throughout Cleveland's westside & greater Metro area. (see "Cristal's" in NOLA area. I do that up here !) So very excited to be comin on down finally. Been on our 'do do list' for a long time. I'll be wearin purple most likely, dancin definitely,enjoyin the sights sounds and feelin all the LOVE ! Please come on over and say HEY ! My screen name is from my deepest love of all things Hawaii, my previous home, and where my heart n soul will always reside, no matter where I'm livin ! Mahalo for all of your enthusiasm and help !

Aloha, and welcome, Wahinemicha. Congrats on your first fest. Sounds like you and your hubby will be in your element. Very possible that we will meet on the way to or from Fest if you're using Cristal's. Thanks for giving her the biz. Have a great Fest and stick around the boards afterwards. You'll fall in love fo' sho'!

[deb]

Hello everyone,

I'm deb and I'll be attending my 2nd JF along w/ 3 friends - 1 JF virgin. Last year was the 1st and we had a great time. Probably will be there Fri. - Sun. Can't wait!!!

[pokerchick66]

Hello everyone,

I'm deb and I'll be attending my 2nd JF along w/ 3 friends - 1 JF virgin. Last year was the 1st and we had a great time. Probably will be there Fri. - Sun. Can't wait!!!

Welcome aboard to you and to all the new Threadheads! Hope to see you all this weekend! :)

[Bobert87]

Ahhhhh, Festifarians...second weekend begins...the Subdudes are on today and life as we know it is good.
Hotcha!

[lisatx]

Hi, I am Lisa Long time lurker.My first fest was in 1999, I was addicted instantly. Even though I had had an amazing time, Marcia at Jimmy’s, 2 full days of fest, dinner at Antoine’s, bloody Mary’s at the columns, I knew I had only scratched the surface of all Fest and New Orleans had to offer. Under the guise of an informed trip is a better trip, I began to do a little research. I came across the PDKK board and met this guy named Swag that seemed to know a little something about fest and he lived in the same city as me. We met and became friends. For the next 3 years it got better and better each year.

I knew I’d come back every year. That changed on 1/6/03 when I suffered a massive stroke and was told no more fest for me. In the years that followed, I vicariously fested through my good buddy Swag. In 2007 I returned to fest, it was still so magical. Sadly I missed 08 and contrary to what I thought up until the last minute, I missed 09, but plan to be back in 2010. Thank you all so much for the useful information, laughs, tears, and food porn. It has sustained me during the dark years. I am glad to relinquish my lurker status and can't wait to chat with ya’ll and meet you in person at fest 2010.

[pokerchick66]

Hi, I am Lisa Long time lurker.My first fest was in 1999, I was addicted instantly. Even though I had had an amazing time, Marcia at Jimmy’s, 2 full days of fest, dinner at Antoine’s, bloody Mary’s at the columns, I knew I had only scratched the surface of all Fest and New Orleans had to offer. Under the guise of an informed trip is a better trip, I began to do a little research. I came across the PDKK board and met this guy named Swag that seemed to know a little something about fest and he lived in the same city as me. We met and became friends. For the next 3 years it got better and better each year.

I knew I’d come back every year. That changed on 1/6/03 when I suffered a massive stroke and was told no more fest for me. In the years that followed, I vicariously fested through my good buddy Swag. In 2007 I returned to fest, it was still so magical. Sadly I missed 08 and contrary to what I thought up until the last minute, I missed 09, but plan to be back in 2010. Thank you all so much for the useful information, laughs, tears, and food porn. It has sustained me during the dark years. I am glad to relinquish my lurker status and can't wait to chat with ya’ll and meet you in person at fest 2010.

Wow, I'm so sorry that you had to miss fest the past few years but I'm glad you got to meet Swag. What better person to live vicariously through! Glad you came out of lurkdom and here's hoping we get to meet you next year. :)

Here's some food porn to hold you over:

http://www.chefaimee.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/Seafood_Pontchartrain.5493912_std.jpg

[rosetree]

Hi, I am Lisa Long time lurker.My first fest was in 1999, I was addicted instantly. Even though I had had an amazing time, Marcia at Jimmy’s, 2 full days of fest, dinner at Antoine’s, bloody Mary’s at the columns, I knew I had only scratched the surface of all Fest and New Orleans had to offer. Under the guise of an informed trip is a better trip, I began to do a little research. I came across the PDKK board and met this guy named Swag that seemed to know a little something about fest and he lived in the same city as me. We met and became friends. For the next 3 years it got better and better each year.

I knew I’d come back every year. That changed on 1/6/03 when I suffered a massive stroke and was told no more fest for me. In the years that followed, I vicariously fested through my good buddy Swag. In 2007 I returned to fest, it was still so magical. Sadly I missed 08 and contrary to what I thought up until the last minute, I missed 09, but plan to be back in 2010. Thank you all so much for the useful information, laughs, tears, and food porn. It has sustained me during the dark years. I am glad to relinquish my lurker status and can't wait to chat with ya’ll and meet you in person at fest 2010.

Welcome Lisa! I can't think of a better place to share everything that is Jazz Fest than here....welcome to our madness, you'll enjoy every minute! :D

[i wanna be in NOLA]

Welcome Lisa! I'm looking forwarding to meeting you next year at fest.

[JD Smith]

Actually, I've been here before. I ran into Dan in the men's room at BWI, and he suggested I re-up (oh, BEHAVE!). I'm JD. I've been NO'ing for almost 40 years and festing since 1988. Happy to be here.

[Staxsun]

Hi, I am Lisa Long time lurker.My first fest was in 1999, I was addicted instantly. Even though I had had an amazing time, Marcia at Jimmy’s, 2 full days of fest, dinner at Antoine’s, bloody Mary’s at the columns, I knew I had only scratched the surface of all Fest and New Orleans had to offer. Under the guise of an informed trip is a better trip, I began to do a little research. I came across the PDKK board and met this guy named Swag that seemed to know a little something about fest and he lived in the same city as me. We met and became friends. For the next 3 years it got better and better each year.

I knew I’d come back every year. That changed on 1/6/03 when I suffered a massive stroke and was told no more fest for me. In the years that followed, I vicariously fested through my good buddy Swag. In 2007 I returned to fest, it was still so magical. Sadly I missed 08 and contrary to what I thought up until the last minute, I missed 09, but plan to be back in 2010. Thank you all so much for the useful information, laughs, tears, and food porn. It has sustained me during the dark years. I am glad to relinquish my lurker status and can't wait to chat with ya’ll and meet you in person at fest 2010.

Nice to meet you. Hopefully we'll get to talk a lot more here on the bored in the next year, and then we'll meet in person at Fest.

[Staxsun]

Actually, I've been here before. I ran into Dan in the men's room at BWI, and he suggested I re-up (oh, BEHAVE!). I'm JD. I've been NO'ing for almost 40 years and festing since 1988. Happy to be here.

Good to have you back!

[lisatx]

Thank you all for the warm welcome! The food porn made me moan out loud and drool, Thank you, Tank you!

[swag]

Glad to see you posting, Lisa!

[Lester_leaps_in]

Welcome Lisa and JD. This is a good place to be.

[lisatx]

Thanks guys.

Swag, check your email, por favor.

[Orleansnj]

Lisa and JD - welcome !!! Hope to meet y'all in 2010 !

[Phatpapa]

Wow, I've missed some newbie intros since I set sail 4/23

Welcome folks, to this madness we call the NOJHF forum. You won't be disappointed you jumped on the train

[lisatx]

Thank you Orleansnj and Phatpappa. I'm excited to be here.

[NeenAtlanta]

Neen--what's your number? Twitter? I just saw you on Liuzza's cam. I wanted to say hello. email me at drwswhite@yahoo.com Banzai

Damn, I'm finally getting back to this board after a month - just saw this, Bill. I'll email you my number now, even though it is too late to say hi on the Liuzza's cam!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome Lisa & JD!!!!!
So, let us know your taste in music when you have time.

[linza22]

"Although many of us know you already Carolyn, why don't you saunter on over to the introduction thread and get a proper Threadhead welcome!!!!
p.s. good to see you on da Bored!"
--------------
Welcome Carolyn!!!!!

[Carolyn_also_leaps_in]

Hi, I'm Carolyn, the significant other to John. I have 6 children, all grown, 9 grandkids and 2 great grandkids. Love the jazz/blues music scene and really liked meeting all you threadheads that I have so far. I just recently retired and am enjoying time to do all the things I love to do and need to do, too. I've been to 1 NOLA jazzfest and 2 CFFs.

[rosetree]

Hi, I'm Carolyn, the significant other to John. I have 6 children, all grown, 9 grandkids and 2 great grandkids. Love the jazz/blues music scene and really liked meeting all you threadheads that I have so far. I just recently retired and am enjoying time to do all the things I love to do and need to do, too. I've been to 1 NOLA jazzfest and 2 CFFs.

Well there you are! ;)
Welcome to the Threadhead family Carolyn...we all know that you belong here, now it's official!:D

[Hollyhawk]

Hi, I'm Carolyn, the significant other to John. I have 6 children, all grown, 9 grandkids and 2 great grandkids. Love the jazz/blues music scene and really liked meeting all you threadheads that I have so far. I just recently retired and am enjoying time to do all the things I love to do and need to do, too. I've been to 1 NOLA jazzfest and 2 CFFs.

AND one going on two NABFs.... you get around Girl!

[NYMAMA]

Hi, I'm Carolyn, the significant other to John. I have 6 children, all grown, 9 grandkids and 2 great grandkids. Love the jazz/blues music scene and really liked meeting all you threadheads that I have so far. I just recently retired and am enjoying time to do all the things I love to do and need to do, too. I've been to 1 NOLA jazzfest and 2 CFFs.

Hey I know you! LOL. Welcome to da board!

[Lester_leaps_in]

Hi, I'm Carolyn, the significant other to John. I have 6 children, all grown, 9 grandkids and 2 great grandkids. Love the jazz/blues music scene and really liked meeting all you threadheads that I have so far. I just recently retired and am enjoying time to do all the things I love to do and need to do, too. I've been to 1 NOLA jazzfest and 2 CFFs.

Hey, I know you, too.

[Carolina Beadhead]

Hi, I'm Carolyn, the significant other to John. I have 6 children, all grown, 9 grandkids and 2 great grandkids. Love the jazz/blues music scene and really liked meeting all you threadheads that I have so far. I just recently retired and am enjoying time to do all the things I love to do and need to do, too. I've been to 1 NOLA jazzfest and 2 CFFs.

Welcome a-board!! You get an "Atta Girl" for posting even AFTER meeting a bunch of these yahoos on here! :D

[mightyradgumbo]

Hi, I'm Carolyn, the significant other to John. I have 6 children, all grown, 9 grandkids and 2 great grandkids. Love the jazz/blues music scene and really liked meeting all you threadheads that I have so far. I just recently retired and am enjoying time to do all the things I love to do and need to do, too. I've been to 1 NOLA jazzfest and 2 CFFs.

welcome a-bored, Carolyn

[ibjamn]

Hi, I'm Carolyn, the significant other to John. I have 6 children, all grown, 9 grandkids and 2 great grandkids. Love the jazz/blues music scene and really liked meeting all you threadheads that I have so far. I just recently retired and am enjoying time to do all the things I love to do and need to do, too. I've been to 1 NOLA jazzfest and 2 CFFs.

Hey Girl, it was great meeting you at Fest!!! Welcome to the madness. :)

[ABITAGIRL1]

Hey to my CFF tent neighbor! Glad you jumped on!

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome, Carolyn!! Nice seeing you again at CFF. Glad you are on da bored!

[robbiem]

Hi everyone. I signed up a few months ago but a technical snafu didn't allow me to post until Chris finally fixed the problem over the weekend. THANKS, CHRIS!!!

I wanted to do this long before fest started but better late than never.

I'm Robbie, which I assume you can tell from my moniker. 51, or soon to be anyway, married, some kids (all teenagers), some pets (both babies). Living on Long Island, NY. Work for the Associated Press for the past 26 years. Been an adorer of NOLA music since college. Other musical heroes outside of NOLA are Jerry Garcia, Lowell George, Keith Richards, Ry Cooder, Tom Waits, Jorma and Jack, among others who are too numerous to list in their entirety.

I also want to give a big shoutout to orleansnj who answered all my newbie questions leading up to fest and also for the greatness of her grids which was of immeasurable help in both the planning and anticipation of my trip.

Going over the "post your photos" page to post the link to mine. Hope you like them.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Robbie!!

[Staxsun]

Hi everyone. I signed up a few months ago but a technical snafu didn't allow me to post until Chris finally fixed the problem over the weekend. THANKS, CHRIS!!!

I wanted to do this long before fest started but better late than never.

I'm Robbie, which I assume you can tell from my moniker. 51, or soon to be anyway, married, some kids (all teenagers), some pets (both babies). Living on Long Island, NY. Work for the Associated Press for the past 26 years. Been an adorer of NOLA music since college. Other musical heroes outside of NOLA are Jerry Garcia, Lowell George, Keith Richards, Ry Cooder, Tom Waits, Jorma and Jack, among others who are too numerous to list in their entirety.

I also want to give a big shoutout to orleansnj who answered all my newbie questions leading up to fest and also for the greatness of her grids which was of immeasurable help in both the planning and anticipation of my trip.

Going over the "post your photos" page to post the link to mine. Hope you like them.

Badgers! We don't need no stinkin'...... Just kidding!!!!!!!!! Welcome to the bored! You have great musical taste, so I'm sure you'll be right at home here.

[NYMAMA]

Welcome Robbiem. We live close to each other. I am from Shirley(THe gateway to the Hamptons LOL;) )

[robbiem]

hi neighbor deb,

we're still trying to figure out what smithtown is the gateway to. stony brook? port jeff?

[ibjamn]

Hi everyone. I signed up a few months ago but a technical snafu didn't allow me to post until Chris finally fixed the problem over the weekend. THANKS, CHRIS!!!

I wanted to do this long before fest started but better late than never.

I'm Robbie, which I assume you can tell from my moniker. 51, or soon to be anyway, married, some kids (all teenagers), some pets (both babies). Living on Long Island, NY. Work for the Associated Press for the past 26 years. Been an adorer of NOLA music since college. Other musical heroes outside of NOLA are Jerry Garcia, Lowell George, Keith Richards, Ry Cooder, Tom Waits, Jorma and Jack, among others who are too numerous to list in their entirety.

I also want to give a big shoutout to orleansnj who answered all my newbie questions leading up to fest and also for the greatness of her grids which was of immeasurable help in both the planning and anticipation of my trip.

Going over the "post your photos" page to post the link to mine. Hope you like them.

Welcome, Robbie!!

[barrymojo]

Hey everybody! My name is Barry Joe, I'm 50 and live in Austin, TX, with my girlfriend. My first Fest was '87 and have only missed 2 of them since, so I just know I must have partied with a few of ya'll over the years....I've known Freebo for years and he always speaks kindly of this forum and you threadheads in particular. Like most of you I find Jazzfest to be a magical and religious experience that I feel blessed to have been apart of....I'm a big Dead, Allman Brother, Little Feat (Lowell George in particular), and Meters fan....really looking forward to being more than a lurker....finally.....peace

[linza22]

welcome barrymojo!

[ohio]

welcome Barrymojo! definitely some kindred souls around here

[festbabe]

Howdy Barry, welcome to a fellow Texan! I guess if we can't be in NOLA, Austin is second.

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Barry! Good to have you out from lurkdom!

[freebo]

Watch out, yall:

Barry MoJoe is one serious character. Oh yesss, he's a character, all right.

And now, he's on da bored!

A true music lover, and a long time fan/supporter of all things NOLA.

'Bout time ya got on here, brother!

Peace.

[ibjamn]

Welcome Barry!! Jump in and post anywhere, you'll soon be addicted, like the rest of us. :)

[musicmanof76]

Tom here, from Hawaii. NO Jazz Fest virgin.:o Plan on attending 2010. Will be popping in asking questions from time to time, as to not make any rookie mistakes.:) Any others from Hawaii around here?

Aloha,
Tom
Mililani, Hawaii

[NYMAMA]

Tom here, from Hawaii. NO Jazz Fest virgin.:o Plan on attending 2010. Will be popping in asking questions from time to time, as to not make any rookie mistakes.:) Any others from Hawaii around here?

Aloha,
Tom
Mililani, Hawaii
ALOHA Tom welcome to the insanity.

[ibjamn]

Welcome Tom! We had a Hawaiian on here a while back; Maui Breeze. He doesn't come on the board much, but I talked with him at fest this year. You will recognize him by his red leather cowboy hat - LOL! Anyway, stick around here and join in, it's a friendly crowd. :)

[wahinemicha]

:D Tom here, from Hawaii. NO Jazz Fest virgin.:o Plan on attending 2010. Will be popping in asking questions from time to time, as to not make any rookie mistakes.:) Any others from Hawaii around here?

Aloha,
Tom
Mililani, Hawaii

Aloha Tom !
Welcome. I'm Kamaaina from Huelo, Maui and Pahoa, Hi from '74 - '84. Been mainland locked since then, with as frequent visits 'home' as possible. Last year was my virgin fest, and, with the generous and knowledgeable support and info from these Threadheads, it was beyond amazing ! Changed my life actually:D I'll hopefully be at Fest '10 for the whole 11 daze, so I look forward to meeting you ! In the meantime, see ya 'round the boreds
Aloha Nui
Michelle

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome aboard, Tom!! Glad to have you in our ranks!

[linza22]

Tom here, from Hawaii. NO Jazz Fest virgin.:o Plan on attending 2010. Will be popping in asking questions from time to time, as to not make any rookie mistakes.:) Any others from Hawaii around here?

Aloha,
Tom
Mililani, Hawaii

welcome Tom!!!

[Kevtime]

For those of you who used to listen to ZZQ102 out of Jackson, MS, it's back as an Internet Radio Station. Just go to ZZQ102.com and register! It's free.

[Delta]

For those of you who used to listen to ZZQ102 out of Jackson, MS, it's back as an Internet Radio Station. Just go to ZZQ102.com and register! It's free.

OH HOLY SHIT!!!!! We were just talking about ZZQ the other day. Are they still doing the album rock? ZZQ was the soundtrack of my life until they just disappeared one night for about 30 secs, then came back as Miss 103.

[Delta]

Registered, logged on and the first song up is "Old Old Woodstock" by the inimitable Mr. Morrison. This bodes very well for the resurrected Q!!

[ibjamn]

For those of you who used to listen to ZZQ102 out of Jackson, MS, it's back as an Internet Radio Station. Just go to ZZQ102.com and register! It's free.

Lordy Lordy, I, too listened to ZZQ and haven't thought about it in years. Thanks for the update!

[chazmo]

Hello, all. Chazmo and Panther Girl, aka Charles and Heidi, in Oakland CA. Former PDKK poster. That board seems to have died way down, and I just started looking here. We went to JF 10 years in a row. I think the last time was 2005. Since then we have been going to French Quarter Fest for a variety of reasons. Can't wait to get back to New Orleans. Favorite clubs there: Donna's, Rock'n'Bowl, anywhere on Frenchmen Street.

P.S. I can't figure out how to load a picture in my profile.

[festivalgirl]

Hello, all. Chazmo and Panther Girl, aka Charles and Heidi, in Oakland CA. Former PDKK poster. That board seems to have died way down, and I just started looking here. We went to JF 10 years in a row. I think the last time was 2005. Since then we have been going to French Quarter Fest for a variety of reasons. Can't wait to get back to New Orleans. Favorite clubs there: Donna's, Rock'n'Bowl, anywhere on Frenchmen Street.

P.S. I can't figure out how to load a picture in my profile.

Welcome, guys. We're just down the I-5 in LA LA Land.

I'll do my best on the picture loading (I know wiser people will be here soon ...). Size a picture down in something like Photobucket. In "User CP" go to "Edit Avatar", Custom and upload. Not too hard ..... only took me a year ;)

[Belle]

Hello, all. Chazmo and Panther Girl, aka Charles and Heidi, in Oakland CA. Former PDKK poster. That board seems to have died way down, and I just started looking here. We went to JF 10 years in a row. I think the last time was 2005. Since then we have been going to French Quarter Fest for a variety of reasons. Can't wait to get back to New Orleans. Favorite clubs there: Donna's, Rock'n'Bowl, anywhere on Frenchmen Street.

P.S. I can't figure out how to load a picture in my profile.

You are NOT alone in the picture loading issues....glad you are here.

Are you trying to make 2010?

[swag]

Hello, all. Chazmo and Panther Girl, aka Charles and Heidi, in Oakland CA. Former PDKK poster.

Chazmo!

Lots of old-days PDKK folks are here. Welcome.

How ya doin?

[ibjamn]

Welcome Chazmo! Swag is right, lots of old PDKKers here, just jump in & make yourselves at home.

[Victrola]

Victoria Bosch from Saint Louis...
Though not brand new to the forum, I only recently have been posting.

I don't have any photos on photobucket, just on my computer.
I'll figure it out one of these days.

[glinda]

Victoria Bosch from Saint Louis...
Though not brand new to the forum, I only recently have been posting.

I don't have any photos on photobucket, just on my computer.
I'll figure it out one of these days.

Hi Victrola! Welcome! Tell us about your festhistory and plans. Been to JazzFest before? Coming in 2010?

[Victrola]

Hi Victrola! Welcome! Tell us about your festhistory and plans. Been to JazzFest before? Coming in 2010?

Thanks to Monica (Bluemon), my first year of Fest was 2003.
After that, I was a changed woman.
Been to both weekends ever since and all the Patrys except the first.
LOVE it!
Hope my husband Bobert and I will be there for 2010. He's been to many more Jazzfests than I. Once you start, you just can't stop.
The people who haven't been just don't have a clue.

We are Festafarians! (or is it Festifarians? not sure)

[sharon_loves_fats]

Welcome to the board, Charles, Heidi and Victoria! Glad to have ya here!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

For those of you who used to listen to ZZQ102 out of Jackson, MS, it's back as an Internet Radio Station. Just go to ZZQ102.com and register! It's free.

WOW!!!! THANKS!!! I remember when they changed their call letters from WJDX to WZZQ. Was it 102.5 ??? That station had a major influence in my taste of music today. They had to be one of the few that ever played Mountain Jam by the Allman Brother. Two complete sides of the Eat A Peach record. I wonder who the person is behind the Internet Station.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Lots of history about ZZQ. Once again Thanks!!!
http://zzq102.com/

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Sending out a Big Texas Welcome to all of the new folks!!!!
So, my question is who are your favorite artists/bands?
Once again WELCOME!!!

[chazmo]

I finally got it. You have to link to a photo on a website. It does not give you the option to load a photo from your own computer hard drive. So, this photo is from the business side of me. I was going to use the one where I was wearing a pink flamingo hat while on the Catalina Ferry on the way to a party. Oh, well.

About 2010 - that is up in the air. Our 25th wedding anniversary is 4-27-2010, so Panthergirl may have something more exotic in mind. I'll have to ask her.

[chazmo]

Well, it is up on my profile. Now if I can figure out how to make it show up on my posts. Sigh.

[festivalgirl]

I finally got it. You have to link to a photo on a website. It does not give you the option to load a photo from your own computer hard drive. So, this photo is from the business side of me. I was going to use the one where I was wearing a pink flamingo hat while on the Catalina Ferry on the way to a party. Oh, well.

About 2010 - that is up in the air. Our 25th wedding anniversary is 4-27-2010, so Panthergirl may have something more exotic in mind. I'll have to ask her.

WOW!!! A Pink Flamingo hat .... my hero! :) Somehow appropriate on the way to Catalina, too. Come on, use that picture.

[I have a pink flamingo obsession .... Delta will attest to that ;)]

[festivalgirl]

Well, it is up on my profile. Now if I can figure out how to make it show up on my posts. Sigh.

Is "Use Custom Avatar" clicked? Did you include the entire URL? Is the picture small enough?

These were mistakes I made .....