Introduce Yourself

[Priestboy]

Hey Y'all,

Made the intro at the bar, but figured I'd make an intro in the "I.Y" thread...by way of an avatar. This is my best "buddy" (next to MRG, of course!), Oscar. Say hello, Oscar: "woof, woof" (tail wagging!). Just thought an intro was in order!:D

[stlbarb]

Hi All,

As the title suggests, I'm a JazzFest virgin! I'll be going down to JF w/my brother (mightyradgumbo), and am counting the days till the big event (60 days, at this posting)! Bio: I'm 42, live in Pepperell, MA and work in Pepperell and Groton, MA as a Roman Catholic Priest (hence the "Priestboy" handle...it's a nickname my brother gave me a few years ago1). I've been doing that for almost 12 years, but still haven't lost my sense of fun or humor (believe me, being a priest in Boston these days REQUIRES a sense of humor, as well as outlets such as Jazzfest!). I'm a HUGE Jimmy Buffett fan, and have loved all sorts of jazz for as long as I can remember. When I'm not doing the "church thing", I'm usually hanging out w/my brother, friends or my dog, Oscar (an eight year old min. schnauzer). Well, enough babbling! Looking forward to meeting y'all in NOLA! Peace out!

Priestboy

i had not read this post when i requested the wafers. with the twisted sense of humor that runs amok on this bored - who would have thunk that gumbo's brother is really a brother - or a father depending upon the the order. so now i expect some wafers - you could give communion at the Fais Do Do stage on sunday - we'll pass the hat to pay for the wafers. i'll sneak in the wine.
you'll have to participate in the watermelon sacrifice - its sort of a pagan jazzfest communion. just grab a piece that's rind side down.
you're going to love fest. its like a huge musical retreat. lots of love & fellowship and good food - and of course great music.

[Priestboy]

i had not read this post when i requested the wafers. with the twisted sense of humor that runs amok on this bored - who would have thunk that gumbo's brother is really a brother - or a father depending upon the the order. so now i expect some wafers - you could give communion at the Fais Do Do stage on sunday - we'll pass the hat to pay for the wafers. i'll sneak in the wine.
you'll have to participate in the watermelon sacrifice - its sort of a pagan jazzfest communion. just grab a piece that's rind side down.
you're going to love fest. its like a huge musical retreat. lots of love & fellowship and good food - and of course great music.

"Father" is the technical term, but for JF purposes "Priestboy" (a nickname Gumbo gave me a few years ago!) will suffice:D Looking forward to the watermelon sacrifice, the patry, the whole nine yards!!! YEEHAW!!

[MzJoey]

Do i hafta call u PB?? Your dog is Oscar, your brother is Dan...and you are....Sam, Wilson, Elwin??

[Priestboy]

Do i hafta call u PB?? Your dog is Oscar, your brother is Dan...and you are....Sam, Wilson, Elwin??

If you must know (I can hear ya now: "why the @#%& would I be asking if I didn't, ya @#$%!"), my Christian name (written on many a cardboard sign) is Paul.:D (just like the saint, but whole lot less holy!;) ) Although lately I've been thinking about changing it to "***hole" since that's what people tend to call me in traffic!

[MzJoey]

well, sorry Paul...i just have a hard time rememberin 2 names for each person...ok, i'm old...i have ahard time rememberin one name per person...but i think that's another thread...

[Staxsun]

As someone said, thank for the clericfication.

[Priestboy]

As someone said, thank for the clericfication.

ROTFLMAO

[Priestboy]

well, sorry Paul...i just have a hard time rememberin 2 names for each person...ok, i'm old...i have ahard time rememberin one name per person...but i think that's another thread...

I hear ya, mzjoey...I have a hard time remembering my OWN name some days (or should I say "daze"!):D

[MzJoey]

As someone said, thank for the clericfication.

Howrya feelin' lately Shuggah?? You ARE going JF right?? There is only one answer...we have to go dig some soul food together!!!

[MzJoey]

I hear ya, mzjoey...I have a hard time remembering my OWN name some days (or should I say "daze"!):D

My nickname is in my handle...so even i cant get confused...my given name is Joanna...

[Priestboy]

My nickname is in my handle...so even i cant get confused...my given name is Joanna...

I went the same route...my bro' (MRG) gave me the nickname, so I use it so he knows I'm on the bored! K.I.S.S.!!;)

[socaleric]

My nickname is in my handle...so even i cant get confused...my given name is Joanna...

Yikes! My ex-gf is named Joanna. She's the reason why I want to go to JF. She just broke up with me in December, but during our entire relationship, she always dreamed of moving there. Now, she left me and she's moving over there to live with her ex!

In a weird way, I need to go to find out why she loves this city. What was so special that, she left me to move in with her ex.

</3 heartaches </3

/end of personal blog./

[MzJoey]

When I was a kid I just wanted a name my Mexican family could pronounce...hello ...the J is silent in Spanish...

i was "yoey"...sad, sad...ok, i know y'all are laffin now!!!

Aw socalEric...it's about doors...wha??? you say?

...one door closes, and another path manifests itself....who knows what opportunity awaits you?

[socaleric]

Aw socalEric...it's about doors...wha??? you say?

...one door closes, and another path manifests itself....who knows what opportunity awaits you?

To top it off, I ran into her an hour ago at school!

[Orleansnj]

Socaleric, sounds like your Friday is going badly at the moment - but it will get better.....

and you will fall in love with the city and i'm sure that you'll even meet some new people to hang out with......

you got a clean slate- write on it however you want !;)

[funkkjunkie]

Oh eric, poor baby. Took me a long while to get over my last relationship. It hurts when you think it's right. But yyr, joey, a new path...

[MzJoey]

I'm the posterchild lately for "new paths"...if'n i can reinvent myself at 51...anyone can!!!

[Staxsun]

Howrya feelin' lately Shuggah?? You ARE going JF right?? There is only one answer...we have to go dig some soul food together!!!

I don't have the details worked out, but I look like a solo this year. I guess "E" will be okay with me going out with the girls for some fatback. We are missin' ya here at the Folk Alliance. I'm a tired dude.

[KYfunkfan]

Hey all.....
I joined the boards the first time last year, and met up with a few folks at the fest.

I've been a bit of a lurker for the past couple of months, but didn't jump in because I didn't get to know too many folks last time, and honestly felt a bit like an outsider.

Regardless, I'm back in action, not exactly sure if I'm catchin' the fest again this year. Hoping I can get the necessary energy from some of you to provide some guidance.

Any who, I'm from Kentucky, I travel to the fest solito, and I've been every year since 2000 (I think).

I'll be checkin' ya.....I did meet one guy last year that was cool beans, from Colorado. He recommended catchin' Yonder Mountain and I'm glad I followed his advice...

[Carolina Beadhead]

Hey all.....
I joined the boards the first time last year, and met up with a few folks at the fest.

I've been a bit of a lurker for the past couple of months, but didn't jump in because I didn't get to know too many folks last time, and honestly felt a bit like an outsider.

Regardless, I'm back in action, not exactly sure if I'm catchin' the fest again this year. Hoping I can get the necessary energy from some of you to provide some guidance.

Any who, I'm from Kentucky, I travel to the fest solito, and I've been every year since 2000 (I think).

I'll be checkin' ya.....I did meet one guy last year that was cool beans, from Colorado. He recommended catchin' Yonder Mountain and I'm glad I followed his advice...

Beware: We've been know to talk people into coming who just knew they couldn't make it and talked others into staying 2 weeks when they thought they only wanted to stay 2 days.

The energy here is contagious... :D

[KYfunkfan]

well, i'm not scared about being talked into it, that certainly would be just fine!!!

some things are definitely falling into place for me to make it...think i met you last year too....i met a lot but i'm sure many won't remember me....which is fine too..

i've been doing it solo for many years and enjoy being semi-annonymous.....but my desire for annonymity may be going away.....ha ha

[tauntress]

Hey y'all! My name is Deb, 37 from Houston, TX.

Got a wild hair to go on a fun weekend somewhere and thought it would be cool to see Bonnie Raitt in concert somewhere in the US. Well, lo and behold, she's going to be at JazzFest. I've heard about JazzFest before (who hasn't?) but it never occurred to me to go (okay, so I'm clueless).

Anyway, I figured it would be a cool experience so I'm going to plan on being there the first weekend when Bonnie is playing. I guess I'd like to hear advice on lodging/transportation/shows from anyone who has gone before... Okay, consider me a complete novice!

Any music I should start listening to so I can be prepared to enjoy??

[Corona]

Hey y'all! My name is Deb, 37 from Houston, TX.

Got a wild hair to go on a fun weekend somewhere and thought it would be cool to see Bonnie Raitt in concert somewhere in the US. Well, lo and behold, she's going to be at JazzFest. I've heard about JazzFest before (who hasn't?) but it never occurred to me to go (okay, so I'm clueless).

Anyway, I figured it would be a cool experience so I'm going to plan on being there the first weekend when Bonnie is playing. I guess I'd like to hear advice on lodging/transportation/shows from anyone who has gone before... Okay, consider me a complete novice!

Any music I should start listening to so I can be prepared to enjoy??
OMG tauntress!! That is one hell of a loaded question :) First off, check out www.swagland.com for all the unofficial info that you MUST have for fest. Second, stick around on this board and read, read, read. This is where I learned EVERYTHING for my first fest 4 years ago. Third, check out the 'jukebox' link on the homepage for this site. It's in the grey strip on the right side. You can click on so many bands from last year. Check it out....you have NO IDEA what you're gonna experience at fest. I'm excited for you!
Bonnie Raitt and Lenny Kravitz were the pull for our first fest :)
Welcome!

[pokerchick66]

Hey y'all! My name is Deb, 37 from Houston, TX.

Got a wild hair to go on a fun weekend somewhere and thought it would be cool to see Bonnie Raitt in concert somewhere in the US. Well, lo and behold, she's going to be at JazzFest. I've heard about JazzFest before (who hasn't?) but it never occurred to me to go (okay, so I'm clueless).

Anyway, I figured it would be a cool experience so I'm going to plan on being there the first weekend when Bonnie is playing. I guess I'd like to hear advice on lodging/transportation/shows from anyone who has gone before... Okay, consider me a complete novice!

Any music I should start listening to so I can be prepared to enjoy??

Jump in with both feet, tauntress. Jump in!

[stlbarb]

Hey y'all! My name is Deb, 37 from Houston, TX.

Got a wild hair to go on a fun weekend somewhere and thought it would be cool to see Bonnie Raitt in concert somewhere in the US. Well, lo and behold, she's going to be at JazzFest. I've heard about JazzFest before (who hasn't?) but it never occurred to me to go (okay, so I'm clueless).

Anyway, I figured it would be a cool experience so I'm going to plan on being there the first weekend when Bonnie is playing. I guess I'd like to hear advice on lodging/transportation/shows from anyone who has gone before... Okay, consider me a complete novice!

Any music I should start listening to so I can be prepared to enjoy??

guess we don't have to warn you about the heat & humidity. if you are not driving over, you should book your airfares asap. the fares may determine which nights you are staying.
if you are not familar with NOLA i would not suggest driving around, so you do not need to rent a car if you fly. so no driving means you want to stay in the FQ, CBD, or Garden District. keep in mind parking costs at the hotels if you drive from Houston. if you do feel comfortable driving around town, i recommend looking at hotels/motels in Metairie also. next decide how much you're willing to spend for hotels and start looking in that price range. lots of threads here will help with that, as well as Swagland mentioned in other posts. seems folks are finding some good deals via hotwire & priceline.
note: most of the B&B's book up months in advance, or are rather pricey. you might still find one with availability if that is your preference.

[hikerlady]

Hi, I'm Victoria from western Massachusetts and this will be my third JF. My husband and I are bringing along our 22 and 21 yr old kids to help us celebrate 25 yrs of marriage. Both kids are JF virgins. Wish that I could bring my 2 favorite hiking partners too, but no dogs allowed. I've lurked here for years, especially when not able to make it down, posted once or twice years ago as mamalouie.

[tauntress]

OMG tauntress!! That is one hell of a loaded question :) First off, check out www.swagland.com for all the unofficial info that you MUST have for fest. Second, stick around on this board and read, read, read. This is where I learned EVERYTHING for my first fest 4 years ago. Third, check out the 'jukebox' link on the homepage for this site. It's in the grey strip on the right side. You can click on so many bands from last year. Check it out....you have NO IDEA what you're gonna experience at fest. I'm excited for you!
Bonnie Raitt and Lenny Kravitz were the pull for our first fest :)
Welcome!

Thank you for the welcome and for the excellent advice! I've been sitting here looking at hotels for the last few hours. Unfortunately, most of them seem to be requiring the full price of the rooms for all three nights paid up front... don't have 600+ at the moment to charge... but I don't want to wait any longer 'cause I don't wanna miss out on getting a room!

I figure since I'm doing this, I should do it right... Stay at a nice hotel off of Canal near the French Quarter (okay, I like luxury - so sue me!)... Stupid question... is there a thread on here where people post what they've found out about hotels??

Thanks for the other links... I'm gonna start investigating the forum here a little more and see if I can find some more info...

Wow... I'm getting excited!!

[tauntress]

Jump in with both feet, tauntress. Jump in!

Hey Monica - Yea, that sounds like me! If I'm gonna do it, I'm gonna do it ALL THE WAY!

[tauntress]

guess we don't have to warn you about the heat & humidity. if you are not driving over, you should book your airfares asap. the fares may determine which nights you are staying.
if you are not familar with NOLA i would not suggest driving around, so you do not need to rent a car if you fly. so no driving means you want to stay in the FQ, CBD, or Garden District. keep in mind parking costs at the hotels if you drive from Houston. if you do feel comfortable driving around town, i recommend looking at hotels/motels in Metairie also. next decide how much you're willing to spend for hotels and start looking in that price range. lots of threads here will help with that, as well as Swagland mentioned in other posts. seems folks are finding some good deals via hotwire & priceline.
note: most of the B&B's book up months in advance, or are rather pricey. you might still find one with availability if that is your preference.

Hiya, stlbarb!

Yep, no surprise about the humidity. And I'm definitely planning on driving. I want to stay at hotel close to Sheraton so I can take the bus back and forth from the Festival. I plan on parking Thursday night and not using my car again until I leave on Sunday (yea, I know... lots of nice valet/parking charges!)... Once again, my biggest concern at the moment is having to pay the full hotel cost up front. Will have to wait until next pay-day to do that!

The Astor Crowne Plaza looks like a good bet for what I want... Considered the Wyndham attached to Harrah's but they haven't gotten good reviews...

I'm gonna keep lookin'!

[pokerchick66]

Hey Monica - Yea, that sounds like me! If I'm gonna do it, I'm gonna do it ALL THE WAY!

That's what I'm talking about.

[dumbtourist]

Hi, I'm Victoria from western Massachusetts and this will be my third JF. My husband and I are bringing along our 22 and 21 yr old kids to help us celebrate 25 yrs of marriage. Both kids are JF virgins. Wish that I could bring my 2 favorite hiking partners too, but no dogs allowed. I've lurked here for years, especially when not able to make it down, posted once or twice years ago as mamalouie.
Where do you hike?? A.T.? Welcome to the boreds!

[Amyloves...]

WOW....newbies and lurkers! Welcome to all of you....glad you came out to play. Tauntress I think there's a thread here somewhere for newbie info. You'll find all you need to know on here for sure.

[gfm23]

hey all by way of intro my name is george, this will be third jazzfest in a row i will be there every year. 44 years old from NJ near philly. love the new orleans sound, just saw dumptafunk in AC, they were there with cowboy mouth, first time i saw them they were good time band. going to fest with my wife and two daughters (13 and 18) they went last year and demanded they go again :) also my sister and brother in law are going along with mother and some other relatives , it is a family affair :) also bringing a friend who lives in spain by way of england, he went two years ago and is dying to go back. well would love to meet some others from board down there.

[NYMAMA]

Welcome Hikerlady,Tauntress,GFM23 and all the other newbies to the board. I am fairly new to the board myself(Dec06). This is going to be some great meet ups at the fest. I can't wait to see ya'll in person.

[NeenAtlanta]

Wow - lots of new folks. This is my favorite time of year, with all of the new Threadheads logging on and introducing themselves. You are all just new friends we haven't met yet. Welcome Tauntress, Hiker Lady, Gfm, etc. etc.

Regarding hotels - here is a links to Swag's Priceline/Hotwire page. Swag keeps charts for us of all of the bids folks have made on these two sites, and what they got. You may be able to get a good deal somewhere:

http://jazzfest.swagland.com/bidding.html

If you need more encouragement to come, start checking out the GRIDS web page kept up by our hero Dank Bass - it lists all of the night shows in the clubs after fest is over.

http://www.jazzfestgrids.com/

And check out our new, wonderful Threadhead Website created and maintained by the one and only Mr. Ohio. You can order Threadhead tshirts there so we can all help spot each other at the fest:

http://threadheads.org/

Can't wait to meet all of you!

[Mardigrasbaby35]

Hiya, stlbarb!

Yep, no surprise about the humidity. And I'm definitely planning on driving. I want to stay at hotel close to Sheraton so I can take the bus back and forth from the Festival. I plan on parking Thursday night and not using my car again until I leave on Sunday (yea, I know... lots of nice valet/parking charges!)... Once again, my biggest concern at the moment is having to pay the full hotel cost up front. Will have to wait until next pay-day to do that!

The Astor Crowne Plaza looks like a good bet for what I want... Considered the Wyndham attached to Harrah's but they haven't gotten good reviews...

I'm gonna keep lookin'! How much are you looking to spend - someone said that the Rennaissance Hotels are going for $175 a night right now - look on the "urgent hotwire help" thread, i posted some info about the Rennaissance Hotels - also, when it comes to parking....if you are in the cbd area, which it sounds like you will be rather than going through the hotel parking you may want to consider one of the lots not connected to the hotels where business people park during the day, they generally have all day parking rates....its something to consider, my only concern would be if its an open/outside lot - BUT look for some in buildings....you may save a little money...just a thought....

[Mardigrasbaby35]

hey all by way of intro my name is george, this will be third jazzfest in a row i will be there every year. 44 years old from NJ near philly. love the new orleans sound, just saw dumptafunk in AC, they were there with cowboy mouth, first time i saw them they were good time band. going to fest with my wife and two daughters (13 and 18) they went last year and demanded they go again :) also my sister and brother in law are going along with mother and some other relatives , it is a family affair :) also bringing a friend who lives in spain by way of england, he went two years ago and is dying to go back. well would love to meet some others from board down there. Welcome to the boards and the wild world of threadheads.....there are meet ups everyday of the fest and ususally, as we get closer people who have flags flying at the Fest will start posting pictures....if you find those flags your welcome to stop by any of those "compounds" and introduce yourself and hang out with fellow threadheads....its a great time.....

[stlbarb]

How much are you looking to spend - someone said that the Rennaissance Hotels are going for $175 a night right now - look on the "urgent hotwire help" thread, i posted some info about the Rennaissance Hotels - also, when it comes to parking....if you are in the cbd area, which it sounds like you will be rather than going through the hotel parking you may want to consider one of the lots not connected to the hotels where business people park during the day, they generally have all day parking rates....its something to consider, my only concern would be if its an open/outside lot - BUT look for some in buildings....you may save a little money...just a thought....

i agree. once you find your hotel, call them directly during the day and see if you can't find someone who knows some options on parking. often there is a lot a few blocks away that is a reasonable rate and allows 24 hr parking. it just would not be convenient for use all the time. as with parking anywhere - even hotel - do not leave anything valuable/sentimental in the car.

[ibjamn]

Welcome to all the new additions to our Threadhead family!

[frangooch]

Hola all,

I'm Frank. I'm 57, new poster, old festhead. Attended first in 1986, and was there last year (my favorite, in many respects). I've missed a few but been to most of 'em in between. Live with my dog, Jack, a 2yr old mutt, in Montara, CA (Bay Area). Currently unattached, but have an impressive collection of ex-wives ;-). By day I publish books--only real job since college. Am lucky to get to N.O. once or twice a year on business (boondoggles). On non-fest visits I have a weakness for the fais do do at Tip's on Sunday afternoon. It's getting hard top handle those long weekends of 4ams, but somehow I manage. Don't bounce back like I used to, though....

I'm on for first weekend this year. Looking forward to: Donna's (!!!), Acme, Brigtsen's, Jacque-Imo's, Rock and Bowl, Maple Leaf, Trombone Shorty, Jerry Lee, Crawfish Monica, N.O. Social Club, Sonny, Tab, Zach, Rebirth, Galactic, Buddy Guy, Snug Harbor, Mofro, Cafe Brasil, Napolean House, Frankie and Johnnie's, Clover Grill, La Music Factory, National Grocery, The Gospel Tent, Mandinga's and all dat and way more.

Nice to meetcha.

[ibjamn]

Hola all,

I'm Frank. I'm 57, new poster, old festhead. Attended first in 1986, and was there last year (my favorite, in many respects). I've missed a few but been to most of 'em in between. Live with my dog, Jack, a 2yr old mutt, in Montara, CA (Bay Area). Currently unattached, but have an impressive collection of ex-wives ;-). By day I publish books--only real job since college. Am lucky to get to N.O. once or twice a year on business (boondoggles). On non-fest visits I have a weakness for the fais do do at Tip's on Sunday afternoon. It's getting hard top handle those long weekends of 4ams, but somehow I manage. Don't bounce back like I used to, though....

I'm on for first weekend this year. Looking forward to: Donna's (!!!), Acme, Brigtsen's, Jacque-Imo's, Rock and Bowl, Maple Leaf, Trombone Shorty, Jerry Lee, Crawfish Monica, N.O. Social Club, Sonny, Tab, Zach, Rebirth, Galactic, Buddy Guy, Snug Harbor, Mofro, Cafe Brasil, Napolean House, Frankie and Johnnie's, Clover Grill, La Music Factory, National Grocery, The Gospel Tent, Mandinga's and all dat and way more.

Nice to meetcha.


Welcome Frank!! OMG! The newly pregnant Potters are in Montara too! Neighbors? :)

[hikerlady]

Thanks for the welcome Dumbtourist. I live in the connecticut river valley and hike around here, venturing up to Vermont and NH mpuntains when possible. NY's adirondacks are always a favorite. Mostly the woods clear my head. To celebrate my big 5-0 last year hubby abnd I went up Mt Kilimanjaro though! I'll take crawfish Monica over tough goat anyday!

[frangooch]

Welcome Frank!! OMG! The newly pregnant Potters are in Montara too! Neighbors? :)


Don't know the Potters. Then again, I've only been in the neighborhood for 28 years. Maybe I need to get out more ;-)

[Bill/KC]

Hi all. My name is Bill and I've missed the last 2 Fest's (after attending 12 yrs. straight). Will be back again this year-first weekend. Some of you may remember me from the old Fest Forums. I guess I'm an OTH (Original ThreadHead). I'm also an old Kat too. Haven't been around the Fest forums for a couple of years (been too painful with not going and all). I'll try to get over here a little more to see what's going on!

[funkkjunkie]

Welcome to all the newbies! And Bill!! Welcome back to the fold! kinderkitti here.

[ScoopJohnD]

Hey KK, just thinking bout you as I just saw the news and the weather that hit Ark. Glad you're okay.

[saturn]

Hi all. My name is Bill and I've missed the last 2 Fest's (after attending 12 yrs. straight). Will be back again this year-first weekend. Some of you may remember me from the old Fest Forums. I guess I'm an OTH (Original ThreadHead). I'm also an old Kat too. Haven't been around the Fest forums for a couple of years (been too painful with not going and all). I'll try to get over here a little more to see what's going on!

Hi Bill. I have a photo of you from a Threadhead meeting from my first Jazzfest visit. Good to see you on the bored again.

[ScoopJohnD]

Oh, almost forgot welcome to our latest batch or new and returning TH's!!

[Carolina Beadhead]

Hi all. My name is Bill and I've missed the last 2 Fest's (after attending 12 yrs. straight). Will be back again this year-first weekend. Some of you may remember me from the old Fest Forums. I guess I'm an OTH (Original ThreadHead). I'm also an old Kat too. Haven't been around the Fest forums for a couple of years (been too painful with not going and all). I'll try to get over here a little more to see what's going on!

Welcome back, Bill!!! Glad to hear you're gonna make it this year!

[La Ti Da]

Hi all. My name is Bill and I've missed the last 2 Fest's (after attending 12 yrs. straight). Will be back again this year-first weekend. Some of you may remember me from the old Fest Forums. I guess I'm an OTH (Original ThreadHead). I'm also an old Kat too. Haven't been around the Fest forums for a couple of years (been too painful with not going and all). I'll try to get over here a little more to see what's going on!

hi Bill, welcome back, we'll see you at fest, first weekend!
-LisaRI/ Joe

[funkkjunkie]

Thanks, scoop. I drove thru Dumas, where the tornado hit, on my way back from nola Tuesday. :(

[stlbarb]

If you must know (I can hear ya now: "why the @#%& would I be asking if I didn't, ya @#$%!"), my Christian name (written on many a cardboard sign) is Paul.:D (just like the saint, but whole lot less holy!;) ) Although lately I've been thinking about changing it to "***hole" since that's what people tend to call me in traffic!

wow - there's a patron saint of a**holes. i might have to give up this pagan thing. driving during rush hour is purgatory.
ya either get it or you don't. you my friend get it.
keep the faith, keep the humor.
watch out for tigers. see ya at fest.

[NeenAtlanta]

Hi all. My name is Bill and I've missed the last 2 Fest's (after attending 12 yrs. straight). Will be back again this year-first weekend. Some of you may remember me from the old Fest Forums. I guess I'm an OTH (Original ThreadHead). I'm also an old Kat too. Haven't been around the Fest forums for a couple of years (been too painful with not going and all). I'll try to get over here a little more to see what's going on!

Hi Bill- great to see you back on the boards. Looking forward to seeing you and Marilyn this year! I had dinner with Pam and Steve this weekend, and they are getting psyched about festing with ya'll.

[Priestboy]

wow - there's a patron saint of a**holes. i might have to give up this pagan thing. driving during rush hour is purgatory.
ya either get it or you don't. you my friend get it.
keep the faith, keep the humor.
watch out for tigers. see ya at fest.

yeah, we pretty much have a patron saint for everything in my biz! in any event, i'll watch out for those tigers!:eek:

[Priestboy]

Hola all,

I'm Frank. I'm 57, new poster, old festhead. Attended first in 1986, and was there last year (my favorite, in many respects). I've missed a few but been to most of 'em in between. Live with my dog, Jack, a 2yr old mutt, in Montara, CA (Bay Area). Currently unattached, but have an impressive collection of ex-wives ;-). By day I publish books--only real job since college. Am lucky to get to N.O. once or twice a year on business (boondoggles). On non-fest visits I have a weakness for the fais do do at Tip's on Sunday afternoon. It's getting hard top handle those long weekends of 4ams, but somehow I manage. Don't bounce back like I used to, though....

I'm on for first weekend this year. Looking forward to: Donna's (!!!), Acme, Brigtsen's, Jacque-Imo's, Rock and Bowl, Maple Leaf, Trombone Shorty, Jerry Lee, Crawfish Monica, N.O. Social Club, Sonny, Tab, Zach, Rebirth, Galactic, Buddy Guy, Snug Harbor, Mofro, Cafe Brasil, Napolean House, Frankie and Johnnie's, Clover Grill, La Music Factory, National Grocery, The Gospel Tent, Mandinga's and all dat and way more.

Nice to meetcha.

hey frangooch,

nice to meet 'cha! i myself am a first-time fester, and will be down for the first weekend. hope to see ya when i'm down!

[luvdancin]

Hi all. My name is Bill and I've missed the last 2 Fest's (after attending 12 yrs. straight). Will be back again this year-first weekend. Some of you may remember me from the old Fest Forums. I guess I'm an OTH (Original ThreadHead). I'm also an old Kat too. Haven't been around the Fest forums for a couple of years (been too painful with not going and all). I'll try to get over here a little more to see what's going on!

Hi, Bill--I remember meeting you a few years ago when Marcia Ball was playing in KC and Barb and I and a few of our friends took the train over from St. Louis to celebrate my 50th. Good to see you're back and look forward to seeing you again at Fest.

[ohio]

Hola all,

I'm Frank. I'm 57, new poster, old festhead. Attended first in 1986, and was there last year (my favorite, in many respects). I've missed a few but been to most of 'em in between. Live with my dog, Jack, a 2yr old mutt, in Montara, CA (Bay Area). Currently unattached, but have an impressive collection of ex-wives ;-). By day I publish books--only real job since college. Am lucky to get to N.O. once or twice a year on business (boondoggles). On non-fest visits I have a weakness for the fais do do at Tip's on Sunday afternoon. It's getting hard top handle those long weekends of 4ams, but somehow I manage. Don't bounce back like I used to, though....

I'm on for first weekend this year. Looking forward to: Donna's (!!!), Acme, Brigtsen's, Jacque-Imo's, Rock and Bowl, Maple Leaf, Trombone Shorty, Jerry Lee, Crawfish Monica, N.O. Social Club, Sonny, Tab, Zach, Rebirth, Galactic, Buddy Guy, Snug Harbor, Mofro, Cafe Brasil, Napolean House, Frankie and Johnnie's, Clover Grill, La Music Factory, National Grocery, The Gospel Tent, Mandinga's and all dat and way more.

Nice to meetcha.
Welcome Frank! from your list I can tell you will fit right in here!

[ohio]

Hi all. My name is Bill and I've missed the last 2 Fest's (after attending 12 yrs. straight). Will be back again this year-first weekend. Some of you may remember me from the old Fest Forums. I guess I'm an OTH (Original ThreadHead). I'm also an old Kat too. Haven't been around the Fest forums for a couple of years (been too painful with not going and all). I'll try to get over here a little more to see what's going on!Welcome back Bill/KC!

[GratefulDawg]

Hi all,

Long time reader, and I finally decided to register and add my two cents when needed. This will be my fourth Jazz Fest ('95, '96, '01), and I'll be going to both weekends for the first time!

I'm looking forward to getting back to N.O. for the first time since I moved from the South to New York.

I'm looking forward most to seeing Louisiana musicians again, and hopefully discovering some good African music. Going to Congo Square back in '95 opened my eyes to the beautiful music being made in Africa today, and I've been able to explore much more since moving to NY.

[Carolina Beadhead]

Hi all,

Long time reader, and I finally decided to register and add my two cents when needed. This will be my fourth Jazz Fest ('95, '96, '01), and I'll be going to both weekends for the first time!

I'm looking forward to getting back to N.O. for the first time since I moved from the South to New York.

I'm looking forward most to seeing Louisiana musicians again, and hopefully discovering some good African music. Going to Congo Square back in '95 opened my eyes to the beautiful music being made in Africa today, and I've been able to explore much more since moving to NY.

Welcome, GD! (THAT didn't sound right! LOL)

Glad you're gonna make it back to Fest this year! And doing the whole enchilada, too! Way to go!

I'm happy to see that we've pulled another lurker out of the darkness. :-)

[ibjamn]

Welcome to the board, Dawg!

[blumom]

I'm 55 and living in NJ with 2 cats - Anakin and Godiva. Didn't make fest last year becasue I was in Alaska - it was a tough decison to make! I have been to 7 - hope to make this year my 8th. Nice to see names I recognize!

[tangledupinblue]

Hi all,

Long time reader, and I finally decided to register and add my two cents when needed. This will be my fourth Jazz Fest ('95, '96, '01), and I'll be going to both weekends for the first time!

I'm looking forward to getting back to N.O. for the first time since I moved from the South to New York.

I'm looking forward most to seeing Louisiana musicians again, and hopefully discovering some good African music. Going to Congo Square back in '95 opened my eyes to the beautiful music being made in Africa today, and I've been able to explore much more since moving to NY.

Can't wait to meet ya at Ms. Lena's. I am sure we have been in the same circle here in NYC lots. I have also been to many dead shows. The reason I went to my first JF was because of my grateful dead pals, they made me go after Jerry was no longer....we were lost and we found the light in Nola!

[Underdug]

Coming down from Chitown solo for my first fest. Have been to Nola 2x, but due to the circumstances have never been to the FQ or JF. Kept going back to Tips and Mapleleaf for some odd reason ;-) Have a great friend you Nola folks may know as 'The Bezerker', will be running with him some of the time, but didn't want to be a couch crasher so am staying either in dwntwn or FQ. 35 years young and have been to more fests than I can remember :confused: and am quite excited to make it to the 1st weekend of JF. Typically don't do fests solo, but I figure I'll stk up on pairs of tix for some late night shows, and I'll prolly find a few friends. Have my flight, but still looking for lodging- Waiting on Astor to change my 'request' to 'confirm'. This forum is a great thang- been reading it daily, have learned alot of insight- and I'm looking forward to crossing paths with you all... :D

[Carolina Beadhead]

I'm 55 and living in NJ with 2 cats - Anakin and Godiva. Didn't make fest last year becasue I was in Alaska - it was a tough decison to make! I have been to 7 - hope to make this year my 8th. Nice to see names I recognize!

Welcome back, Blumom! We've missed ya!

[Carolina Beadhead]

Coming down from Chitown solo for my first fest. Have been to Nola 2x, but due to the circumstances have never been to the FQ or JF. Kept going back to Tips and Mapleleaf for some odd reason ;-) Have a great friend you Nola folks may know as 'The Bezerker', will be running with him some of the time, but didn't want to be a couch crasher so am staying either in dwntwn or FQ. 35 years young and have been to more fests than I can remember :confused: and am quite excited to make it to the 1st weekend of JF. Typically don't do fests solo, but I figure I'll stk up on pairs of tix for some late night shows, and I'll prolly find a few friends. Have my flight, but still looking for lodging- Waiting on Astor to change my 'request' to 'confirm'. This forum is a great thang- been reading it daily, have learned alot of insight- and I'm looking forward to crossing paths with you all... :D

Welcome to the board, Underdug! There are a few Chicago-ites (?) around here! I'm thinking you'll have no problem finding like-minded souls here. :)

[Amy Winette]

Don't know the Potters. Then again, I've only been in the neighborhood for 28 years. Maybe I need to get out more ;-)

Okay, between work and Mardi Gras I've missed a TON but had to go back and find this one. Montara is only a town of 1200! We've only been out there 2.5 years Fran, we've probably crossed paths at the post office or something and not realized it ;)

[Amy Winette]

Mine is a little different - usually happens around trips (including fest). I dream that I am wasting sooo much time getting all of my stuff organized, that I miss my trip or the fest or whatever. I'm sitting there sorting lagniappes and can't get it done in time to go.

I think this is more of an OC's nightmare, I guess.

I'm sooo late on this (sorry!) but me too Neen, I'm always packing or running behind and missing planes in my dreams.

[Amy Winette]

Will try, Carolina! I can't seem to do it up here in Beantown, soooo....no promises down in NOLA. Besides, when the two of us get together, it can get pretty wild (so as the old saying goes, "you ain't seen nothin' yet!"

Oh Dan's brother, you are a natural!! ;)

[Jay Fest]

OK, I had been avoiding this forum because I thought wasn't going to be able to go to Jazzfest this year, but now I think It might be possible if I can make some arrangements, so I'm going to start posting.

I'm Jay from South Jersey. I'm 55, married with three kids. I went to my first Jazzfest in 1998 and I've been there every year since. My wife is not particularly interested, so I've come alone several times, but last year I brought my two sons, Andy and Jon.

Online (and at Jazzfest) I hang around some with the PetDeKat Krewe and through some of them, I have become friendly with some of the Threadheads as well. My interests are: seeing live music, sometimes at festivals (19 straight years at the Phila Folk Festival), baseball (in person or on TV), movies (increasingly on my large TV rather than in the theater), TV, hiking/camping.

I have posted on this board before occasionally, but I couldn't get into the new board. Thanks to Carolina Beadhead for her help in that matter. My immediate concern now is finding a cheap way to get to Jazzfest (I may have to fly into and out of Baton Rouge, which I have done once and did not enjoy, but it did save me some money) and a cheap place to stay (my needs are few - I stayed several years at the Hotel LaSalle, if that means anything to people). Anybody who has a place to share (even a couch) or is maybe even thinking about driving to NOLA from anywhere remotely in my direction is someone I want to talk to.

[mamaroux]

OK, I had been avoiding this forum because I thought wasn't going to be able to go to Jazzfest this year, but now I think It might be possible if I can make some arrangements, so I'm going to start posting.

I'm Jay from South Jersey. I'm 55, married with three kids. I went to my first Jazzfest in 1998 and I've been there every year since. My wife is not particularly interested, so I've come alone several times, but last year I brought my two sons, Andy and Jon.

Online (and at Jazzfest) I hang around some with the PetDeKat Krewe and through some of them, I have become friendly with some of the Threadheads as well. My interests are: seeing live music, sometimes at festivals (19 straight years at the Phila Folk Festival), baseball (in person or on TV), movies (increasingly on my large TV rather than in the theater), TV, hiking/camping.

I have posted on this board before occasionally, but I couldn't get into the new board. Thanks to Carolina Beadhead for her help in that matter. My immediate concern now is finding a cheap way to get to Jazzfest (I may have to fly into and out of Baton Rouge, which I have done once and did not enjoy, but it did save me some money) and a cheap place to stay (my needs are few - I stayed several years at the Hotel LaSalle, if that means anything to people). Anybody who has a place to share (even a couch) or is maybe even thinking about driving to NOLA from anywhere remotely in my direction is someone I want to talk to.

Jay, glad to see you finally made it into the forum, welcome! Hope the plans go well. Do you know the dates you're considering yet? I found some fares out of PHL yesterday that weren't to bad, but we still haven't decided if we're driving this time or flying. Driving would mean an overnighter at our daughters place outside of DC the first night - leaving after work, and two very long days with one hotel stop on the way down, and the same on the way back, so the maybe we'll go for the longer time in NOLA and get the cheaper fares for the longer dates. I'll let you know if I find anything really great.

[steveo]

Steve, 35, Indiana, Second fest, seventh time to Nola , coming second weekend with my brother Phil, 32, hope everyone has a fun and safe fest.http://www.nopdonline.com/tips.htm

[Priestboy]

Steve, 35, Indiana, Second fest, seventh time to Nola , coming second weekend with my brother Phil, 32, hope everyone has a fun and safe fest.http://www.nopdonline.com/tips.htm

Welcome aboard, Steve and Phil!:D

[Priestboy]

OK, I had been avoiding this forum because I thought wasn't going to be able to go to Jazzfest this year, but now I think It might be possible if I can make some arrangements, so I'm going to start posting.

I'm Jay from South Jersey. I'm 55, married with three kids. I went to my first Jazzfest in 1998 and I've been there every year since. My wife is not particularly interested, so I've come alone several times, but last year I brought my two sons, Andy and Jon.

Online (and at Jazzfest) I hang around some with the PetDeKat Krewe and through some of them, I have become friendly with some of the Threadheads as well. My interests are: seeing live music, sometimes at festivals (19 straight years at the Phila Folk Festival), baseball (in person or on TV), movies (increasingly on my large TV rather than in the theater), TV, hiking/camping.

I have posted on this board before occasionally, but I couldn't get into the new board. Thanks to Carolina Beadhead for her help in that matter. My immediate concern now is finding a cheap way to get to Jazzfest (I may have to fly into and out of Baton Rouge, which I have done once and did not enjoy, but it did save me some money) and a cheap place to stay (my needs are few - I stayed several years at the Hotel LaSalle, if that means anything to people). Anybody who has a place to share (even a couch) or is maybe even thinking about driving to NOLA from anywhere remotely in my direction is someone I want to talk to.


Yeaaa, Jay! Best of luck and good vibes your way gettin' to NOLA!

[Priestboy]

Oh Dan's brother, you are a natural!! ;)


LOL!! BTW, amywin...love the signature! Gotta love Will Ferrell!

[Amy Winette]

Yeah, who doesn't love more cowbell?? :)

You've got a few posts to catch up with yer bro but I can foresee you closing the gap quickly my friend!!

Diocese in San Diego just filed BK -- big and intereseting news out here in the bankruptcy community (i.e., my peeps) . . .

[saturn]

Yeah, who doesn't love more cowbell?? :)



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[McGregor]

,gfffff

[nashvegasfess]

It has been a few months since I checked in but the music list is out and so am I (insert wise ass comment here). The deposit is down on our house for the Fess and this year we have a pool. How has everyone been? I am so fired up I may just start a "the best way to build and haul your totem" thread.

[Amy Winette]

Hi Nash!

[nashvegasfess]

ready ready go go go. i am ampuled up for the JF. this is about when the fever starts to hit me each year. have i missed any bored drama or bored love since i've been gone? are you 1st, 2nd or both this year? we are first this year.

[Amy Winette]

Nah, you haven't really missed much drama Nash, with the ignore feature and the ability to remove posts if needed (I don't think that's even happened except for spam), the new board has been pretty drama and troll free!!

We're both weekends this year, yahoo!!! :)

[linza22]

i'm debra from charlotte nc...i've been going to this festival since 2001, missed one year due to my dad's death and the other due to that awful katrina. we're changing our usual plans...i usually stay at the iberville suites, but this year, i'm going a bit cheaper and i'm going to wing a lot of it....i just want to relax and get lost in the music...and finally, finally, i'm going with a girlfriend that actually wants to meet other folks! i can't wait to meet you guys!

[funkkjunkie]

Welcome and welcome back, yall. Fest fevah in the morning, fevah all thru the night!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[trixie]

Hi again everyone! I just got back from almost 2 weeks in Kauai. Wow, what a great place, it was worth the almost 14 hour plane ride. I had lots of time to listen to my music, my plane ride to fest is going to be a breeze. I also have already got the fever. I am festing the first weekend so I was sad to see I would miss Harry Connick, not to fear I scored tickets today for me and my best friend to see him the week before we go to fest! Yeaaaa! Am I a lucky girl or what!

[ScoopJohnD]

i'm debra from charlotte nc...i've been going to this festival since 2001, missed one year due to my dad's death and the other due to that awful katrina. we're changing our usual plans...i usually stay at the iberville suites, but this year, i'm going a bit cheaper and i'm going to wing a lot of it....i just want to relax and get lost in the music...and finally, finally, i'm going with a girlfriend that actually wants to meet other folks! i can't wait to meet you guys!

I read your message and thought it was great, then I read how you titled it..................

" i'm so excited i could throw up"

I fell out of my chair!!!!! Welcome to the fun.

And the same goes for all the latest additions or returnees!!

[Carolina Beadhead]

i'm debra from charlotte nc...i've been going to this festival since 2001, missed one year due to my dad's death and the other due to that awful katrina. we're changing our usual plans...i usually stay at the iberville suites, but this year, i'm going a bit cheaper and i'm going to wing a lot of it....i just want to relax and get lost in the music...and finally, finally, i'm going with a girlfriend that actually wants to meet other folks! i can't wait to meet you guys!

Hi, Debra! Welcome to the board!

<waving from just up da road in Mooresville!>

[linza22]

you are one of the very first people i wrote with way back...not on this board but probably the delphi boards. what weekend are you going this year?

[hewboy22]

Hello! I've been eagerly awaiting the release of the cubes for a few days and figured I'd join up and join in the anticipation! :)

Cannot wait to get back down to New Orleans. This will only be my 2nd trip down, the first was in '05 but I don't plan on missing anymore ;) Doing May 2 to May 8 this year.

[hewboy22]

maybe a name would help, eh? haha. my name is Marc, 34 years old, from Albany, NY. a long time music lover and concert goer but a little late on the jazzfest thang, although my good friend who i'm staying with again this year has been to 12 fests so i've lived vicariously through him over time. :)

[KYfunkfan]

maybe a name would help, eh? haha. my name is Marc, 34 years old, from Albany, NY. a long time music lover and concert goer but a little late on the jazzfest thang, although my good friend who i'm staying with again this year has been to 12 fests so i've lived vicariously through him over time. :)

welcome marc..you're joining at a good time..startin' to get a little loco around here....energy risin', bands a bookin', hotels a flyin'.....

[Corona]

Hey Marc, welcome! It's a perfect time. The energy and excitement are high and it's only gonna get worse. Jump in!!

[Swamp Girl]

It's Mary, aka Swamp Girl, aka Swampie! Sorry I haven't been around much, work is kicking my ass right now.....but, I love y'all, welcome newbies!

I am 44, will be 45 in June but who's counting? ;) Live in Forestville, CA. Work in Santa Rosa, CA as an administrator for a Radiology/Oncology/Surgery practice. My secret desire is to become an Entertainment/Event Planner and coordinate special events in the New Orleans area and San Francisco Bay Area...featuring, of course, New Orleans musicians! I hope some day to suprise everyone and say "there is this awesome kick ass party on such-and-such a date, and you get first dibs at being there, cuz you're a threadhead and you ROCK!" Someday, someday!

Love y'all and keep the Fest spirit alive in your hearts!
Peace, Swampie

[socaleric]

I did it! I booked a flight/hotel for JF!!! I'll be staying May 4-8 at the La Quinta Inn and Suites on Camp Street. Woohoo!

[Orleansnj]

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[Carolina Beadhead]

I did it! I booked a flight/hotel for JF!!! I'll be staying May 4-8 at the La Quinta Inn and Suites on Camp Street. Woohoo!

YAY, Eric!!!

Doesn't it feel good? Now you can REALLY get excited!!!

[socaleric]

Now, I'll be going solo, and though I'm filled with excitement, I'm also nervous. I hope I can meet you folks so I won't be a wondering loner. Then, I'm going to need to ask some locals on things I can do the following Monday and Tuesday.

[mightyradgumbo]

i'm debra from charlotte nc...i've been going to this festival since 2001, missed one year due to my dad's death and the other due to that awful katrina. we're changing our usual plans...i usually stay at the iberville suites, but this year, i'm going a bit cheaper and i'm going to wing a lot of it....i just want to relax and get lost in the music...and finally, finally, i'm going with a girlfriend that actually wants to meet other folks! i can't wait to meet you guys!

Welcome Linza...threadhead meetups is the bestest way to meet everyone at once

[mightyradgumbo]

Now, I'll be going solo, and though I'm filled with excitement, I'm also nervous. I hope I can meet you folks so I won't be a wondering loner. Then, I'm going to need to ask some locals on things I can do the following Monday and Tuesday.

I found that you are never end up by yourself when you are a TH. Someone always there to introduce you to their fun.

[KYfunkfan]

Now, I'll be going solo, and though I'm filled with excitement, I'm also nervous. I hope I can meet you folks so I won't be a wondering loner. Then, I'm going to need to ask some locals on things I can do the following Monday and Tuesday.

hey now, i go solo each time i go....and i love it....

i met up with folks the first time last year, mainly to just say hi....it was kind of odd and i didn't really know anybody and no one decided to love me.....sniffle sniffle

it's fun being a wondering loner in new orleans at jazz fest time...no committments, don't have to make anyone happy, just go at your own pace and do what you want to do...

however, make sure you do your homework ahead of time so you can sketch out what you want to do....it's hard to do that right now because the jazzfest schedule is not structured (cubes aren't out yet) and bands are still booking for the night time shows....watch www.jazzfestgrids.com to get all the info on night shows.....remember, get prepared because you don't wanna get stuck down there in a hotel room trying to figure out what you want to do....do all that stuff in preplanning.

you'll love it...

[mightyradgumbo]

It's Mary, aka Swamp Girl, aka Swampie! Sorry I haven't been around much, work is kicking my ass right now.....but, I love y'all, welcome newbies!

I am 44, will be 45 in June but who's counting? ;) Live in Forestville, CA. Work in Santa Rosa, CA as an administrator for a Radiology/Oncology/Surgery practice. My secret desire is to become an Entertainment/Event Planner and coordinate special events in the New Orleans area and San Francisco Bay Area...featuring, of course, New Orleans musicians! I hope some day to suprise everyone and say "there is this awesome kick ass party on such-and-such a date, and you get first dibs at being there, cuz you're a threadhead and you ROCK!" Someday, someday!

Love y'all and keep the Fest spirit alive in your hearts!
Peace, Swampie

Swampie!!!!! Whassup, Chica When is you gonna be at fest this year?

[GeminiTed]

Hey All,

My name is Ted, and I am 44 (will be 45 in June). This will be my first JazzFest, and hopefully many more will follow! I live in Fort Mill, SC (just south of Charlotte, NC), am married for 18 years to my wonderful wife Mary, and have 3 kids and a cool little dog named Molly. I'm driving down to the festival with some friends to check it out (family could not make it), and hopefully expand the group in the years to come. Staying at the Comfort Suites Downtown - looking forward to excellent music, fantastic food, refreshingly cold adult beverages, and a great time all around!

[funkkjunkie]

Go socaleric! THat's a great location. You're just 3 blocks from the Canal end of the quarter and 5 blocks from Louisiana Music Factory. Read around on the bored and at www.swagland.com for mega amounts of jazzfest info. ANd ask all the questions you want.
(((Swampie)))

[funkkjunkie]

Hey, yall, we hooked another virgin! Welcome, Ted.

[GeminiTed]

Hey, yall, we hooked another virgin! Welcome, Ted.

Thanks! I'm proud of that title for now, but will be more than happy to shed it come April 27!!!!

[Daren]

Hey there, I wanted to reply to you as I work with youth in Kingston Ontario. I am planning to attend the Festival (first time) with my two teenage sons for the first wekend, staying out near the airport. Two questions: Do I buy tickets in advance? And what' s the best way to get to and from the Festival. Also, any hints on what the guys would enjoy, besides the food, music and culture?

[Swamp Girl]

Swampie!!!!! Whassup, Chica When is you gonna be at fest this year?

Hey gumbo, what's up?? I am going to miss first weekend, but coming in on Monday for the Patry on Tuesdaze...then through second weekend! :) OMG it's almost FEST!!!

[Swamp Girl]

Thanks! I'm proud of that title for now, but will be more than happy to shed it come April 27!!!!

Welcome another Gemini wild one! ;)

[Amy Winette]

Now, I'll be going solo, and though I'm filled with excitement, I'm also nervous. I hope I can meet you folks so I won't be a wondering loner. Then, I'm going to need to ask some locals on things I can do the following Monday and Tuesday.

NO shortage of things to do! Mo Fest is going to be Monday and Tuesday and Piano Night and Instruments A Comin are both Monday night . . .

[Amy Winette]

Or if you meant after second weekend, instores on Monday!!

[Carolina Beadhead]

Hey All,

My name is Ted, and I am 44 (will be 45 in June). This will be my first JazzFest, and hopefully many more will follow! I live in Fort Mill, SC (just south of Charlotte, NC), am married for 18 years to my wonderful wife Mary, and have 3 kids and a cool little dog named Molly. I'm driving down to the festival with some friends to check it out (family could not make it), and hopefully expand the group in the years to come. Staying at the Comfort Suites Downtown - looking forward to excellent music, fantastic food, refreshingly cold adult beverages, and a great time all around!

Ooooh, another new member of the Carolina Contingent!! I'm up in Mooresville about 30 mins NORTH of Charlotte! Welcome to the board!

[ohio]

Hey there, I wanted to reply to you as I work with youth in Kingston Ontario. I am planning to attend the Festival (first time) with my two teenage sons for the first wekend, staying out near the airport. Two questions: Do I buy tickets in advance? And what' s the best way to get to and from the Festival. Also, any hints on what the guys would enjoy, besides the food, music and culture?hey daren! I suggest you poke around in these threads a while- there is a ton of info! If you can't find what you need, post a new thread with your questions.

[VWGal]

Another Canajun???? Woohoo! Welcome aboard Daren...Ohio is right, a bit of trundling about the forum and you'll have your answers. Getting tickets can be a bit more challenging for Canadians but I've always found my tickets to Fest and other shows waiting for me. I went Brass Pass last year and will do that again, well worth the investment, and besides, I am a dyed in the wool public radio supporter.

You can find more information on Brass Passes at www.wwoz.com.

You might wind up going the Ticketmaster route though...

Keep in touch, lots of us Canajuns on here: Corona, Saturn, Rossvegas, TOfester:D ....and me!

[Corona]

Hey there, I wanted to reply to you as I work with youth in Kingston Ontario. I am planning to attend the Festival (first time) with my two teenage sons for the first wekend, staying out near the airport. Two questions: Do I buy tickets in advance? And what' s the best way to get to and from the Festival. Also, any hints on what the guys would enjoy, besides the food, music and culture?
Daren, I live in Windsor and just brought my 18 year old daughter down in November. Why don't you shoot me an e and I can fill ya in on some stuff to do with your boys k? lparent8ATcogecoDOTca (we don't type the email addy in full in order to protect from spam).
Welcome to another Canajun!!! Wahoooo...and Kingston is in my province :)

[Corona]

Hey gumbo, what's up?? I am going to miss first weekend, but coming in on Monday for the Patry on Tuesdaze...then through second weekend! :) OMG it's almost FEST!!!
Swampie's in da house!!!!!! Welcome back hunni!!!! We miss you!

[Corona]

Swampie's in da house!!!!!! Welcome back hunni!!!! We miss you!
Eric and Ted....welcome, welcome, welcome....man this is just awesome! :)

[NeenAtlanta]

Swampie! Great to see you back on the board. Will you be festing this year?

[ibjamn]

Welcome Ted & Daren! This is so cool, so many new kids!!! Ya'll make yourselves at home!

[Swamp Girl]

Now, I'll be going solo, and though I'm filled with excitement, I'm also nervous. I hope I can meet you folks so I won't be a wondering loner. Then, I'm going to need to ask some locals on things I can do the following Monday and Tuesday.

Hey there! you will NOT be alone at Fest with this crowd, believe me! we all look forward to meeting you!
:)

[Swamp Girl]

Swampie's in da house!!!!!! Welcome back hunni!!!! We miss you!


Awwww, thanks hunni girl! :D

[Swamp Girl]

Swampie! Great to see you back on the board. Will you be festing this year?


Hi Neen!! need you ask?? LOL...yep, I am missing first weekend though...have a new grand-niece about to be born...due date April 22! Coming in on 4/30 through second weekend! :D

[Swamp Girl]

It's Mary, aka Swamp Girl, aka Swampie! Sorry I haven't been around much, work is kicking my ass right now.....but, I love y'all, welcome newbies!

I am 44, will be 45 in June but who's counting? ;) Live in Forestville, CA. Work in Santa Rosa, CA as an administrator for a Radiology/Oncology/Surgery practice. My secret desire is to become an Entertainment/Event Planner and coordinate special events in the New Orleans area and San Francisco Bay Area...featuring, of course, New Orleans musicians! I hope some day to suprise everyone and say "there is this awesome kick ass party on such-and-such a date, and you get first dibs at being there, cuz you're a threadhead and you ROCK!" Someday, someday!

Love y'all and keep the Fest spirit alive in your hearts!
Peace, Swampie

BTW, yes I was being sneaky when I posted this...hehehehe!

[t.o..fester]

Hey there, I wanted to reply to you as I work with youth in Kingston Ontario. I am planning to attend the Festival (first time) with my two teenage sons for the first wekend, staying out near the airport. Two questions: Do I buy tickets in advance? And what' s the best way to get to and from the Festival. Also, any hints on what the guys would enjoy, besides the food, music and culture?

Hey Daren. You're going love New Orleans and the Jazzfest. My only concern for you is that you are staying near the airport. It's quite a hike to where all the action is. (French Quarter, Fairgrounds) You'll be spending alot of time in cabs.

[NYMAMA]

Hey Daren. You're going love New Orleans and the Jazzfest. My only concern for you is that you are staying near the airport. It's quite a hike to where all the action is. (French Quarter, Fairgrounds) You'll be spending alot of time in cabs.

the swamp tours and Madis Gras world are fun<or maybe one of the haunted walking tours.

[nolavanilla]

Ok, I'm Joe. I'm an equipment technician for Verizon in Tampa, FL. First time posting under this new format, the old one was much simpler. Hope this works. I'm 52 going on 16 and I can't remember if I ever missed a Fest (or a Mardi Gras for that matter.) Maybe a few back in the late 70's early 80's. I live in Saint Petersburg, FL, with my soon to be ex, Candice. I was born and raised in N.O., graduated Brother Martin H.S., and attended one year at UNO. Then I joined the war, the one in S.E. Asia, but was stationed stateside. I somehow ended up here in Florida. Do you know what it means to miss New Orleans?

[Corona]

Welcome Joe....I love the 52 going on 16 :)

[Ludlows23]

Hi y'all! Whew - I wasn't sure if I was going to make it all the way thru the intro thread before JF started! My name is Kathy and I live in a suburb of Detroit. I'm 35, never married, no kids, have a great husky/shepard/mix name Zoe and by day I am a mild-mannered accountant! I've lurked thru this forum for years - I might have posted once or twice last year. I've been to 7 Jazz Fests - each year bringing another virgin with me!! I've posted and hung out with the PDKK'ers each year - I used to be OhioKat, then ConnectiKat (for the places I was living at the time) and then was CrawFishKat for awhile... I had to either stop moving or change my name! LOL.

I'm not booked yet for this year and may be flying solo once I do book. Not a problem - can totally travel by myself but would love to hook up with the other Threadheads for evening revelry - its more fun and a heck of a lot safer too!

Sooo - I've got to get ON with my travel plans - fares are going thru the roof!! Can't wait to start planning for some WARM weather - these Michigan winters are KILLING me!

[Bill/KC]

Hey Kathy! Glad to see ya decided to jump in and post. I've only back over here for a couple of weeks. Better make those travel plans!:) I'll be returning to the Fest after a 2 year layoff (1st weekend). You plan on doing the whole enchilada, or just one weekend? Hope to see you again.:D

[Swamp Girl]

I did it! I booked a flight/hotel for JF!!! I'll be staying May 4-8 at the La Quinta Inn and Suites on Camp Street. Woohoo!


Yaaaaay Eric!!! wooo hoooo!

[socaleric]

the swamp tours and Madis Gras world are fun<or maybe one of the haunted walking tours.

OoOOoOh! Where can I find out about swamp and haunted tours! Sounds so exciting. I'm reading Interview with a Vampire right now, and would love to see some of the locations mentioned in it.

[Swamp Girl]

OoOOoOh! Where can I find out about swamp and haunted tours! Sounds so exciting. I'm reading Interview with a Vampire right now, and would love to see some of the locations mentioned in it.

http://www.hauntedhistorytours.com/Voodoo.htm

[rosetree]

start here...
http://www.hauntedhistorytours.com/Vampire.htm

[rosetree]

oooo, swampgirl, simultaneous postings!!!

[Swamp Girl]

start here...
http://www.hauntedhistorytours.com/Vampire.htm

I beat you, I beat you! heehee!
;)

[Orleansnj]

OoOOoOh! Where can I find out about swamp and haunted tours! Sounds so exciting. I'm reading Interview with a Vampire right now, and would love to see some of the locations mentioned in it.

One of the easiest places to start is the Louisiana Tourism (http://www.crt.state.la.us/tourism/) website .

You might also visit the Official City of New Orleans (http://www.neworleansonline.com) tourism website

Once you get to the city there is an official State tourism 'shop' in Jackson Square (on the right hand side if you stand in front of Cafe du Monde with the Cathedral in front of you and the river to your back....as well as many other places in the french quarter. Your hotel will definitely have info too.

[Swamp Girl]

oooo, swampgirl, simultaneous postings!!!


Ohhhhhhhkay....you can call it simultaneous..........
;)

[rosetree]

That's only 'cause I was in da Bar ;) :p

[Swamp Girl]

One of the easiest places to start is the Louisiana Tourism (http://www.crt.state.la.us/tourism/) website .

You might also visit the Official City of New Orleans (http://www.neworleansonline.com) tourism website

Once you get to the city there is an official State tourism 'shop' in Jackson Square (on the right hand side if you stand in front of Cafe du Monde with the Cathedral in front of you and the river to your back....as well as many other places in the french quarter. Your hotel will definitely have info too.


And, let us not forget http://www.neworleanscvb.com/

[NeenAtlanta]

Hi y'all! Whew - I wasn't sure if I was going to make it all the way thru the intro thread before JF started! My name is Kathy and I live in a suburb of Detroit. I'm 35, never married, no kids, have a great husky/shepard/mix name Zoe and by day I am a mild-mannered accountant! I've lurked thru this forum for years - I might have posted once or twice last year. I've been to 7 Jazz Fests - each year bringing another virgin with me!! I've posted and hung out with the PDKK'ers each year - I used to be OhioKat, then ConnectiKat (for the places I was living at the time) and then was CrawFishKat for awhile... I had to either stop moving or change my name! LOL.

I'm not booked yet for this year and may be flying solo once I do book. Not a problem - can totally travel by myself but would love to hook up with the other Threadheads for evening revelry - its more fun and a heck of a lot safer too!

Sooo - I've got to get ON with my travel plans - fares are going thru the roof!! Can't wait to start planning for some WARM weather - these Michigan winters are KILLING me!

Yay Kathy - great to "see" you again. What days are you planning to fest?

[rosetree]

OoOOoOh! Where can I find out about swamp and haunted tours! Sounds so exciting. I'm reading Interview with a Vampire right now, and would love to see some of the locations mentioned in it.
Eric...here's a little article for you to read....
http://media.www.theranger.org/media/storage/paper1010/news/2006/05/18/JSchoolTravels/BoneChilling.BloodDraining.Fun.In.Vampire.Tour-2015533.shtml

[Daren]

Thanks, and will check out some alternative accomodations. I can get out of my reservations if need be
QUOTE=t.o..fester;33321]Hey Daren. You're going love New Orleans and the Jazzfest. My only concern for you is that you are staying near the airport. It's quite a hike to where all the action is. (French Quarter, Fairgrounds) You'll be spending alot of time in cabs.[/QUOTE]

[Daren]

Will check them out. I have been told the swamp tours are goodnad we have been on some in the everglades, so I will check them out. Can't wait to check out the food, as it sounds amazing.

the swamp tours and Madis Gras world are fun<or maybe one of the haunted walking tours.

[GeminiTed]

Welcome another Gemini wild one! ;)

Thanks for the welcome, SwampGirl. You a Gemini too or just a wild one looking forward to JF?

[GeminiTed]

Ooooh, another new member of the Carolina Contingent!! I'm up in Mooresville about 30 mins NORTH of Charlotte! Welcome to the board!

Thanks for the welcome! This thread is a great idea - perfect chance for newbies like me to jump into the pool and get acquainted. Looking forward to more postings and possibly meeting some of y'all at JF!

[socaleric]

Eric...here's a little article for you to read....
http://media.www.theranger.org/media/storage/paper1010/news/2006/05/18/JSchoolTravels/BoneChilling.BloodDraining.Fun.In.Vampire.Tour-2015533.shtml

Why thank you! I will definitely check out one of those tours! I can't wait to finish reading the book, then watching the movie, then going on the tour!

Oh yeah, Gemini here too!

[GeminiTed]

Eric and Ted....welcome, welcome, welcome....man this is just awesome! :)

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I agree - this is getting bigger and bigger each day - I think it is pretty cool to read all the stories and info being posted. I for one will feel more comfortable going to JF next month!

[socaleric]

Hey there! you will NOT be alone at Fest with this crowd, believe me! we all look forward to meeting you!
:)

Awwww! Thanks! That made me feel all warm and fuzzy! You folks are such nice people!

[Corona]

Awwww! Thanks! That made me feel all warm and fuzzy! You folks are such nice people!
awww thanks you guys :) Remember, there are no stupid questions so if ya got one just ask. We love to help and want everyone's JF experience to be as wonderful as it is for us. Anything we can do to help, we're here :)

[linza22]

hi gemini Ted! i'm in charlotte!!!

[Bill/KC]

[QUOTE=Daren;33691]Thanks, and will check out some alternative accomodations. I can get out of my reservations if need be
QUOTE=t.o..fester;33321]

Daren- the rates will be higher, but look for something either in the French Quarter or the Central Business District (CBD). That will put you in the center of things.:)

[Corona]

I've been talking with Daren on email and gave him the info for Easyclick travel for the Astor Crowne Plaza at $91 a night for 1st weekend. Hope he does it and gets the rezzie. That would put he and his boys in a perfect location for their first trip to NOLA- Redfish Grill and Krystal Burger (his teen boys)....perfect :)

[Ludlows23]

I'm really feeling the JF buzz - so I need to figure out if my plans will hold - or else I will be going thru withdrawal! If I come it will be 2nd weekend - can't ever go 1st w/e b/c of w*rk- grrrrr.

So - tentative plan would be fly in on Wed of DAZE and leave (snif, sniff) on Monday....

[ohio]

Hi y'all! Whew - I wasn't sure if I was going to make it all the way thru the intro thread before JF started! My name is Kathy and I live in a suburb of Detroit. I'm 35, never married, no kids, have a great husky/shepard/mix name Zoe and by day I am a mild-mannered accountant! I've lurked thru this forum for years - I might have posted once or twice last year. I've been to 7 Jazz Fests - each year bringing another virgin with me!! I've posted and hung out with the PDKK'ers each year - I used to be OhioKat, then ConnectiKat (for the places I was living at the time) and then was CrawFishKat for awhile... I had to either stop moving or change my name! LOL.

I'm not booked yet for this year and may be flying solo once I do book. Not a problem - can totally travel by myself but would love to hook up with the other Threadheads for evening revelry - its more fun and a heck of a lot safer too!

Sooo - I've got to get ON with my travel plans - fares are going thru the roof!! Can't wait to start planning for some WARM weather - these Michigan winters are KILLING me!AHA! so you're the one who prevented me form grabbing 'ohiokat' name on the the litterbox bored. Hehe!
Welcome!

[Daren]

Thanks Bill, I am working on it and had some great help along the way. Either way I am looking forward to the trip.

[QUOTE=Daren;33691]Thanks, and will check out some alternative accomodations. I can get out of my reservations if need be
QUOTE=t.o..fester;33321]

Daren- the rates will be higher, but look for something either in the French Quarter or the Central Business District (CBD). That will put you in the center of things.:)

[GeminiTed]

hi gemini Ted! i'm in charlotte!!!

Cool! Nice to "meet" you. When are you going to JF? I am going for the 1st weekend.

[Bill/KC]

I'm really feeling the JF buzz - so I need to figure out if my plans will hold - or else I will be going thru withdrawal! If I come it will be 2nd weekend - can't ever go 1st w/e b/c of w*rk- grrrrr.

So - tentative plan would be fly in on Wed of DAZE and leave (snif, sniff) on Monday....

Ahh...so I won't have a chance to see ya this year.:( Hope your plans hold up and you're able to make it to da Fest!!:)

[Swamp Girl]

Thanks for the welcome, SwampGirl. You a Gemini too or just a wild one looking forward to JF?

both!
June 14th, baybee!!

[Swamp Girl]

Thanks for the welcome! This thread is a great idea - perfect chance for newbies like me to jump into the pool and get acquainted. Looking forward to more postings and possibly meeting some of y'all at JF!


beware!
we're really nice people! ;)

[Swamp Girl]

awww thanks you guys :) Remember, there are no stupid questions so if ya got one just ask. We love to help and want everyone's JF experience to be as wonderful as it is for us. Anything we can do to help, we're here :)


what Corona says is true...
when I got here a few years back, I couldn't believe how wonderful and helpful everyone was! and I have never regretted opening up and sharing on this board...I have lifetime friends now!
So, it doesn't bother me at ALL to give a little bit back!

[GeminiTed]

both!
June 14th, baybee!!

Nice! That almost makes you my twin sister from another mother (???) - I'm June 13. How long you been doing this JF thing? This is my first and I am totally psyched about it. I was very interested when I first heard about it, but now that I got my hotel room booked, tix ordered, and reading these postings and chatting with all y'all, my excitement and mood is skyrocketing! The worst part is I still have to wait a month and half! Oh well, they say that good things come to those who wait.

[Amyloves...]

Love seeing all these new folks posting!! Welcome to all and glad you left lurkdom.

50 daze till Jazzfest!!!!

[socaleric]

Originally Posted by Swamp Girl
both!
June 14th, baybee!!

I'm June 13.

I'm June 15th. :D

[linza22]

i'm going first weekend too!!!!

[mamaroux]

Hi y'all! Whew - I wasn't sure if I was going to make it all the way thru the intro thread before JF started! My name is Kathy and I live in a suburb of Detroit. I'm 35, never married, no kids, have a great husky/shepard/mix name Zoe and by day I am a mild-mannered accountant! I've lurked thru this forum for years - I might have posted once or twice last year. I've been to 7 Jazz Fests - each year bringing another virgin with me!! I've posted and hung out with the PDKK'ers each year - I used to be OhioKat, then ConnectiKat (for the places I was living at the time) and then was CrawFishKat for awhile... I had to either stop moving or change my name! LOL.

I'm not booked yet for this year and may be flying solo once I do book. Not a problem - can totally travel by myself but would love to hook up with the other Threadheads for evening revelry - its more fun and a heck of a lot safer too!

Sooo - I've got to get ON with my travel plans - fares are going thru the roof!! Can't wait to start planning for some WARM weather - these Michigan winters are KILLING me!

Hey Kat, Glad to see you back! Welcome!

Yeah, those airline tix are very pricey. Right now I'm seeing them at about $100 more per tix than I normally pay and haven't bought one myself yet. We've been back and forth about driving vs flying... and the time consideration. We may even change our plans from two weeks to less than than :( but anytime in New Orleans is a blessing, so I'm not going to complain... but my brass pass purchase is hanging on our decision! LOL

Hope to see you there, and warm up!

[Swamp Girl]

Originally Posted by Swamp Girl
both!
June 14th, baybee!!



I'm June 15th. :D


Yaaaaay!! my quote: where there is a loud and brawling party going on, go directly to the center of the event and there you will find the Gemini's! :)

[Swamp Girl]

Hey Kat, Glad to see you back! Welcome!

Yeah, those airline tix are very pricey. Right now I'm seeing them at about $100 more per tix than I normally pay and haven't bought one myself yet. We've been back and forth about driving vs flying... and the time consideration. We may even change our plans from two weeks to less than than :( but anytime in New Orleans is a blessing, so I'm not going to complain... but my brass pass purchase is hanging on our decision! LOL

Hope to see you there, and warm up!

Hi Mamaroux! I wanted to let you know that I had a dream one night, and there was a voodoo priestess named Mamaroux who read my tarot cards! it was trippy!

[mamaroux]

Hi Mamaroux! I wanted to let you know that I had a dream one night, and there was a voodoo priestess named Mamaroux who read my tarot cards! it was trippy!

LOL
I hope that it was a good reading!

[Swamp Girl]

LOL
I hope that it was a good reading!

...well, actually a little ominous...but, I'm still here to talk about it...
;)

[Daren]

Hey great news! Got booked into the Astor Crowne! I owe you and your family a beer


I've been talking with Daren on email and gave him the info for Easyclick travel for the Astor Crowne Plaza at $91 a night for 1st weekend. Hope he does it and gets the rezzie. That would put he and his boys in a perfect location for their first trip to NOLA- Redfish Grill and Krystal Burger (his teen boys)....perfect :)

[Corona]

Hey great news! Got booked into the Astor Crowne! I owe you and your family a beer
wah-friggin-hooooooooo!!!! Daren, you guys are gonna LOVE that place and sooooo much better than near the airport. Park your car and leave it bro....unless you want to drive back and forth to the fest. No beer necessary but if ya wanna...I'll NEVER turn it down lol! For real though, I'm just glad you'll get to experience staying in the Quarter. It's truly wonderful :)

[Corona]

what Corona says is true...
when I got here a few years back, I couldn't believe how wonderful and helpful everyone was! and I have never regretted opening up and sharing on this board...I have lifetime friends now!
So, it doesn't bother me at ALL to give a little bit back!
eggsactly...pay it back and pay it forward....

[GeminiTed]

i'm going first weekend too!!!!

Driving or flying down? I found flights to be too expensive, so we are driving down Thursday night. It will take longer, but it will be nice having a car in case we need to go anyplace not within walking distance.

[GeminiTed]

Originally Posted by Swamp Girl
both!
June 14th, baybee!!



I'm June 15th. :D

TRIPLETS!!!

[steffie]

Well, I've been chit chattin on this bored and have never introduced myself. How rude. This will be my 3rd Jazzfest and my only regret is I didn't discover NOLA, JF AND the Threadheads sooner. I'll be spending my 45th b-day at Jazzfest. woo hoo! I'm a Family Nurse Practitioner working in the crazy chaotic world of emergency medicine. I thrive on adrenaline. and JF provides that fo' sure. I'm really excited for this year because the Threadheads have opened my eyes to a whole new adventure!!! Thanks guys!!!!:)

[Zbonnie]

Hello, new posters, pleased to meetcha!

[ibjamn]

Welcome nixon (interesting handle!). Glad to have you here and glad you're excited! :)
May I suggest you add www.swagland.com (http://www.swagland.com) to you "how-to" list.

[socaleric]

Question: For night shows after JF, do I need to buy tickets in advance, or at the door?

[ScoopJohnD]

Question: For night shows after JF, do I need to buy tickets in advance, or at the door?

I don't think too many sell out, so my advice would be if there is something you REALLY don't want to miss, get em in advance, but otherwise if it's a "that sounds cool" show I'd get em at the door, since chances are if you can't get in to that one there are a bunch of other "that sounds cool" shows around on the same night.

[NeenAtlanta]

Just wanted to say Hi to everyone. I'm a newbie to Jazz Fest. I've been hyped up ready to attend to this thing, and of course I did my own research online to get scoop on the event. It's pretty cool I stumbled upon a site, which had a list of informative articles just about Jazz Fest. If any of you are interested in checking it out, go here:

How to Get Good Seats at the New Orleans Jazz Fest (http://wehow.ehow.com/how_2030173_seats-new-orleans-jazz-fest.html)

How to Find a Hotel Room for Jazz Fest 2007 (http://wehow.ehow.com/how_2030092_hotel-room-jazz-fest.html)

How to Use the Bathroom at the New Orleans Jazz Fest (http://wehow.ehow.com/how_2029506_bathroom-new-orleans-jazz-fest.html)

How to Go to the New Orleans Jazz Fest with Disabilities (http://wehow.ehow.com/how_2029519_new-orleans-jazz-fest-disabilities.html)

How to Not Look Like a Tourist During Jazz Fest (http://wehow.ehow.com/how_2030048_like-tourist-during-jazz-fest.html)

Fun stuff there.
I especially like this one:

STEP 5: When the transvestite waitress approaches your table, just give her your order and don’t stare.

[Bill/KC]

Question: For night shows after JF, do I need to buy tickets in advance, or at the door?

If it's for a show at House of Blues, the Fest sponsored night shows, or some other big name show, I'd buy in advance. Most other shows you can buy at the door.

[funkkjunkie]

No fest sponsored night shows anymore.

[Bill/KC]

No fest sponsored night shows anymore.

Ooopppsss! That's what I get for taking a couple of years off. :)

[sailing]

Hi, I'm Faith new to the Threadheads.I think it's great that you had some community service options.It gives all of us a chance to spend a few hours of our lives to aid in the long task ahead of rebuilding New Orleans.I love Jazz Fest anyways, but this makes it more meaningful.

[mightyradgumbo]

Hi, I'm Faith new to the Threadheads.I think it's great that you had some community service options.It gives all of us a chance to spend a few hours of our lives to aid in the long task ahead of rebuilding New Orleans.I love Jazz Fest anyways, but this makes it more meaningful.

Hey Faith-welcome to the bored. You will find a good group of people that truly do care about NOLA, whether resident or visitor.

[sailing]

I know what you mean about finishing taxes, my other half who would be mortified at the conditions at any outdoor festival just finished doing personal taxes, company & Mother's taxes so it's been a cranky week here.So a Bruins Fan? just wish they were a tad bit better this season.Maybe they have that nasty cold too?>LOL.Are you going to JF? I'm only in for 8 days and will miss the second weekend but was able to score FREE airfare cashing in the old miles:)

[mightyradgumbo]

I know what you mean about finishing taxes, my other half who would be mortified at the conditions at any outdoor festival just finished doing personal taxes, company & Mother's taxes so it's been a cranky week here.So a Bruins Fan? just wish they were a tad bit better this season.Maybe they have that nasty cold too?>LOL.Are you going to JF? I'm only in for 8 days and will miss the second weekend but was able to score FREE airfare cashing in the old miles:)

Yep, a huge Bruins fan...they have a shot of hitting the playoffs with the most recent run they been on-Nice free airfare is always cool-look forward to meeting up with y'all

[socaleric]

Buddy told me tonight that NO is the homicide capital of the US?!?! He readily suggested that I do not go solo on this trip.

I mean, I have common sense and all, but do you guys have any safety tips for solo travelers? I don't mind cuts and bruises from JF, but not from being mugged!

[Corona]

Buddy told me tonight that NO is the homicide capital of the US?!?! He readily suggested that I do not go solo on this trip.

I mean, I have common sense and all, but do you guys have any safety tips for solo travelers? I don't mind cuts and bruises from JF, but not from being mugged!
Hmmmmm, how about if I start ya a new thread on this....travelling solo...is that okay?

[pgh_girl]

Hi everyone. I can't remember if I have done this on the new board as I find it quite painful to use, so here goes...Carolyn, single, no kids, young at heart. Live in Pittsburgh, PA, home of great sports teams, and work in Boston, MA so I commute every week. I am looking forward to Jazzfest (this will be 7th in a row) as usual, haven't had time to really get into fest mode yet, but I am working on it! Welcome to all newbies - this is an outstanding group of people!

[Corona]

hey pgh....it gets MUCH easier with time. I LOVE it so much better then the old board. Just takes some getting used to....hang in there and welcome back :)

[stlbarb]

Hi everyone. I can't remember if I have done this on the new board as I find it quite painful to use, so here goes...Carolyn, single, no kids, young at heart. Live in Pittsburgh, PA, home of great sports teams, and work in Boston, MA so I commute every week. I am looking forward to Jazzfest (this will be 7th in a row) as usual, haven't had time to really get into fest mode yet, but I am working on it! Welcome to all newbies - this is an outstanding group of people!

funny you didn't mention anything about Boston's teams.
go Cards! :D

will you be in town on wednesday 'tween? a group is heading to the Zephyrs' game. i'll bump that thread.

[pgh_girl]

Hmmm..does Boston have sports teams?....

Thanks for the invite, minor league games are fun. Unfortunately, we are coming home on the Monday following first weekend. One of the years I am going to stay for the daze between - as soon as I can figure out how to drink in moderation!

[pgh_girl]

Thanks Corona - I'll get the hang of it - a beverage and a couple of hours chatting should do it!

[sailing]

Hmmm..does Boston have sports teams?....

Thanks for the invite, minor league games are fun. Unfortunately, we are coming home on the Monday following first weekend. One of the years I am going to stay for the daze between - as soon as I can figure out how to drink in moderation!

We have many fine teams in Boston.On Monday night when you get in Tipitina's Big Party is taking place.Hi I'm Faith and live outside of Boston on a cute little island.

[rosetree]

Thanks Corona - I'll get the hang of it - a beverage and a couple of hours chatting should do it!

Welcome pgh_girl!!!
You can go to da Bar on this site and share virtual dinks with a bunch of us. It is a good way to hang out and get a feel for da bored;) :D
(you're welcome there too Sailng and all other newbies!)

[pgh_girl]

Hi Faith - I hear that that The Cape is quite charming - I haven't been - we are coming down the 25th returning the 30th. Maybe I'll meet up with you the Threadhead meetings by Ms. Lena's

[sailing]

Hi Faith - I hear that that The Cape is quite charming - I haven't been - we are coming down the 25th returning the 30th. Maybe I'll meet up with you the Threadhead meetings by Ms. Lena's
Looking forward to it.I'm planing on being at the Beer Tent to work 12 - 4 on Friday unless plans change.

[sailing]

Hi Faith - I hear that that The Cape is quite charming - I haven't been - we are coming down the 25th returning the 30th. Maybe I'll meet up with you the Threadhead meetings by Ms. Lena's

Are you flying in from Boston on the 25th too? we may be on the same flight.At any rate we should talk since you are living in the area.I'm on "The OTHER Cape" north Rockport,Gloucester 33 miles north of Boston with only 4 ways in & out 2 bridges, boat or swim for it!.I got bored with drinking years ago so at night if I venture out it's to have dinner or take in a show.But I need to see if Igor's is still equipped on St.Charles in the Garden District.The only place where you can do your laundry while shooting pool and having a burger and a beer 24/7.It's a quirky place that adds to the charm of New Orleans, especially after a couple of days at JF when you feel as if everything you brought is coated is mud.

[ibjamn]

Are you flying in from Boston on the 25th too? we may be on the same flight.At any rate we should talk since you are living in the area.I'm on "The OTHER Cape" north Rockport,Gloucester 33 miles north of Boston with only 4 ways in & out 2 bridges, boat or swim for it!.I got bored with drinking years ago so at night if I venture out it's to have dinner or take in a show.But I need to see if Igor's is still equipped on St.Charles in the Garden District.The only place where you can do your laundry while shooting pool and having a burger and a beer 24/7.It's a quirky place that adds to the charm of New Orleans, especially after a couple of days at JF when you feel as if everything you brought is coated is mud.

Welcome, sailing! On a clear day, we can see Cape Ann from the balcony of my in-laws house on Hampton Beach, NH!
http://bestsmileys.com/water/13.gif

[BigDag]

I need to see if Igor's is still equipped on St.Charles in the Garden District.The only place where you can do your laundry while shooting pool and having a burger and a beer 24/7.It's a quirky place that adds to the charm of New Orleans, especially after a couple of days at JF when you feel as if everything you brought is coated is mud.

Yes, Igor's is still equipped.

[sailing]

And we can see you on a clear day from the boat, or just about most of Rockport and Lanesville.It's nice to see others from this area.I guess Berklee still has a good draw of people that come to stay.

[sailing]

BigDag thanks for letting me know Igors is still doing the laundry.Some trips I wash it all then mail it home.I hate luggage on a trip & with airline security you have to ship your Mace ahead so you can be prepared to spray and run.It looks like you just have to hop in the car and a few hours later you arrive.How is the highway through Mobile to New Orleans?

[Swamp Girl]

TRIPLETS!!!


this could get scary! ;)

[Swamp Girl]

Well, I've been chit chattin on this bored and have never introduced myself. How rude. This will be my 3rd Jazzfest and my only regret is I didn't discover NOLA, JF AND the Threadheads sooner. I'll be spending my 45th b-day at Jazzfest. woo hoo! I'm a Family Nurse Practitioner working in the crazy chaotic world of emergency medicine. I thrive on adrenaline. and JF provides that fo' sure. I'm really excited for this year because the Threadheads have opened my eyes to a whole new adventure!!! Thanks guys!!!!:)


it seems there's a bunch of us turning 45 this year!! And Steffie, I work in the medical field...you NPs can get Ka-razy! :)

[Amy Winette]

My cousin (who is my 2nd sister) is an NP at the Mayo clinic Steffie!

[revisitingnixon]

Welcome nixon (interesting handle!). Glad to have you here and glad you're excited! :)
May I suggest you add www.swagland.com (http://www.swagland.com) to you "how-to" list.
Thanks for the suggestion. I did take a look at Swag's site. Pretty cool. I think Swag should make some "How To" articles on Jazz Fest :)

[GeminiTed]

this could get scary! ;)

I prefer the word "interesting"...

[Amy Winette]

Thanks for the suggestion. I did take a look at Swag's site. Pretty cool. I think Swag should make some "How To" articles on Jazz Fest :)

Alright Nixon, 10 posts with the same links and nothing else, spam...

[steffie]

My cousin (who is my 2nd sister) is an NP at the Mayo clinic Steffie!


Amy,:)
Well have to talk maybe I know her. Is she coming to JF???

[steffie]

it seems there's a bunch of us turning 45 this year!! And Steffie, I work in the medical field...you NPs can get Ka-razy! :)


Hey Swamp Girl,
YYR, we do like to party ( or is that patry ) and get krazy:p
We should start the birthday club for those of us hitting the wonderful 45 this year !!!!!!!:D ;)

[Amy Winette]

Amy,:)
Well have to talk maybe I know her. Is she coming to JF???

I wish! Nah, even though she and my sis Lisa are the two closest people to me (and we're all withing 16 months, Bridget in the middle), I doubt I'll ever get either of them to fest. They're not all that into music, both have multiple kids under five.

[steffie]

I wish! Nah, even though she and my sis Lisa are the two closest people to me (and we're all withing 16 months, Bridget in the middle), I doubt I'll ever get either of them to fest. They're not all that into music, both have multiple kids under five.

Wow, those kids are a full time job alone. I think they need JF and music to help them along :)

[Amy Winette]

No kidding, huh? I should just kidnap them and bring them along sometime. Problem is I'm 95% sure they wouldn't get it. Different strokes, eh!

[BigDag]

BigDag thanks for letting me know Igors is still doing the laundry.Some trips I wash it all then mail it home.I hate luggage on a trip & with airline security you have to ship your Mace ahead so you can be prepared to spray and run.It looks like you just have to hop in the car and a few hours later you arrive.How is the highway through Mobile to New Orleans?

Two hour drive from where I live in west Mobile, Interstate 10 all the way. I-10 over Lake Pontchatrain was made functional quickly after the storm. The drive is very easy.

[ibjamn]

it seems there's a bunch of us turning 45 this year!! And Steffie, I work in the medical field...you NPs can get Ka-razy! :)


Steffie, I am also a NP, but a NNP (neonatal), however, I've "retired" to Home Health admin. ;)

[darbymom]

OK, so I got a new job, where I actually like it, except that I have to actually W-O-R-K (hear Maynard G. Krebs here!) and then, when this new thread contraption came out, it was just too complicated for an ol' country gal like me. And too, I wanted to put in a photo, but I don't have a flugenshnoggin url, I just have a file, and, oh, poo!

Anyway, I've recently looked up from my screen and noticed, HEY! IT'S ALMOST TIME! And I started getting psyched, and streaming WWOZ.

Darby, me, and darbydad are arriving on 4/26, and staying all the way thru. We'll be in the Marigny again.

Any patrys?

[ibjamn]

OK, so I got a new job, where I actually like it, except that I have to actually W-O-R-K (hear Maynard G. Krebs here!) and then, when this new thread contraption came out, it was just too complicated for an ol' country gal like me. And too, I wanted to put in a photo, but I don't have a flugenshnoggin url, I just have a file, and, oh, poo!

Anyway, I've recently looked up from my screen and noticed, HEY! IT'S ALMOST TIME! And I started getting psyched, and streaming WWOZ.

Darby, me, and darbydad are arriving on 4/26, and staying all the way thru. We'll be in the Marigny again.

Any patrys?

WOW!!!! Hey D-Mom!!!! welcome back!!!!

[stlbarb]

i'll bump the Help! to post an image thread.

[Corona]

OK, so I got a new job, where I actually like it, except that I have to actually W-O-R-K (hear Maynard G. Krebs here!) and then, when this new thread contraption came out, it was just too complicated for an ol' country gal like me. And too, I wanted to put in a photo, but I don't have a flugenshnoggin url, I just have a file, and, oh, poo!

Anyway, I've recently looked up from my screen and noticed, HEY! IT'S ALMOST TIME! And I started getting psyched, and streaming WWOZ.

Darby, me, and darbydad are arriving on 4/26, and staying all the way thru. We'll be in the Marigny again.

Any patrys?
sweet Jeebus girl, you gots some catching up to do!! Check out Roux ga Roux....the Threadhead patry is sold out but the patry will continue on down Frenchmen for a fundraiser nighshow...then there's Rosetree fest on the Westbank on Wed. day time. Rosetree is our artiste in residence on this board and is a truly amazing glassblower and has shown at fest for over 25 years! That's gonna be fun too...so that's a start...WELCOME BACK!!!!

[steffie]

Steffie, I am also a NP, but a NNP (neonatal), however, I've "retired" to Home Health admin. ;)

Oh, I admire you. I avoid babies at all cost. If they are under 3 months old I start to get sick to my stomach when I have to work them up. Thank goodness there are people like you. I can't wait to meet you. :)

[steffie]

No kidding, huh? I should just kidnap them and bring them along sometime. Problem is I'm 95% sure they wouldn't get it. Different strokes, eh!

Let me know if you need help with an intervention with them :D ;)

[mamaroux]

Are you flying in from Boston on the 25th too? we may be on the same flight.At any rate we should talk since you are living in the area.I'm on "The OTHER Cape" north Rockport,Gloucester 33 miles north of Boston with only 4 ways in & out 2 bridges, boat or swim for it!.I got bored with drinking years ago so at night if I venture out it's to have dinner or take in a show.But I need to see if Igor's is still equipped on St.Charles in the Garden District.The only place where you can do your laundry while shooting pool and having a burger and a beer 24/7.It's a quirky place that adds to the charm of New Orleans, especially after a couple of days at JF when you feel as if everything you brought is coated is mud.

Cape Ann is one of my other favorite places. When I lived in Cambridge, back in the 70s, going out that way was always something I was willing to do! Its just so pretty there, but haven't been back in about 12 yrs.

[where yat brah]

What's your cat's name?

Finally broke down and learned photobucket. Here's Pumpkin and the late Kirbie.

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u148/coastalp/curiouscat.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u148/coastalp/Pumpkin-1.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u148/coastalp/KirbieDog.jpg

[Chas_P]

This is the first Jazz Fest for my wife and I; although we've visited many times in the past.

We're coming down from NH, planning on an extended stay from the 25th through to the 2nd.

Thanks for all the usefull information.

Chas

[ibjamn]

Welcome Chas!!! My in-laws live in Hampton, NH, beautiful up there. You're gonna love the fest! :)

[socaleric]

So much kitty love, no puppy love. Here's my puppy (if 1.5 years old is still considered puppy).

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/134/340403295_8c07da5b65.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/128/353404253_eddfc7a19e.jpg

[ibjamn]

So much kitty love, no puppy love. Here's my puppy (if 1.5 years old is still considered puppy).

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/134/340403295_8c07da5b65.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/128/353404253_eddfc7a19e.jpg


Of COURSE that's still a puppy!!! He's so cute!!!http://www.clicksmilies.com/s1106/tiere/animal-smiley-037.gif

[Amy Winette]

Awwww, he IS cute!! :)

Here's a pix of our guy when he was much littler and Molly still thought it was fun to play with him

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o99/amyp226/catanddog.jpg


I found a sweeter pix of Calvin too, a little less cattitude in this one:

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o99/amyp226/roo.jpg

[mightyradgumbo]

This is the first Jazz Fest for my wife and I; although we've visited many times in the past.

We're coming down from NH, planning on an extended stay from the 25th through to the 2nd.

Thanks for all the usefull information.

Chas

Welcome Chas-Anothah New Englandah on the bored-What part of NH are you from? I Do the skiing and hiking thinks all through Woodstock through the Kancamagus Highway area

[Chas_P]

We're from Dunbarton which is a small town just outside Concord.

[linza22]

amy! don't you just love a tortie! they are the strangest cats i've ever lived with. i've had various torties since the early 80's. i just love their little personalities!

[stlbarb]

amy! don't you just love a tortie! they are the strangest cats i've ever lived with. i've had various torties since the early 80's. i just love their little personalities!

i've never lived with a cat that wasn't strange.
but i had a tortie that freaked my sister out - and she loves animals.
she thought there was just something spooky about this cat.

[Amy Winette]

Molly's other name is "Fat B*tch" Occasionally she'll forget she's supposed to be a b*tch and be sweet for a moment, but then she'll remember and start biting you ;) We love her anyway, and she's awfully soft to force snuggle (if you can stay out of the way of the claws!)

[linza22]

this is a very snuggly tortie...my last one (linza) was snuggly when SHE wanted to be...but she was the only telepathic cat i ever had. boy do i have stories!

[linza22]

ok...i'm dense here...i wanted to attach a picture of her...how do i do that?

[Amy Winette]

You know, I find that with female cats in general, they are lovey on THEIR terms only! :)

To attach pix, you have to upload it to a site that works here, I've been using photobucket, then copy the url link, click on the pix button above -- the mountains and sun in the yellow sky -- and paste in the url link for the pix from photobucket. Make sure you delete the first http that shows up automatically in the box or it won't work.

[linza22]

cool...let's try...here is punky (aka pommie) http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s219/linza22/punky.jpg

[Amy Winette]

Awww, she does look a lot like Molly (but she doesn't look as fat to me). I've never seen a slender tortie or calico! This is a better pix of "mustache molly"

http://myspace-346.vo.llnwd.net/00866/64/32/866502346_l.jpg

[linza22]

she doesn't look as fat because she wanted me to cut her tummy out of the picture!

[rowEn]

Hello!

I am rowEn (real name is Michelle, I'll answer to both!). Female. Temporarily living in NOLA until May 7th. First Jazz Fest this year. Bought myself a Big Chief pass as a going away present to myself. Learning a lot about the fest just by lurking here.

Nice to meet you all and I hope to perhaps find the time to meet up with some of you once the fest starts!

[Belle]

Hello!

I am rowEn (real name is Michelle, I'll answer to both!). Female. Temporarily living in NOLA until May 7th. First Jazz Fest this year. Bought myself a Big Chief pass as a going away present to myself. Learning a lot about the fest just by lurking here.

Nice to meet you all and I hope to perhaps find the time to meet up with some of you once the fest starts!


Where you heading after New Orleans? Keep reading here and just jump in somewhere. Hope to meet lots of folks at Fest

Welcome to the board!

[rowEn]

Where you heading after New Orleans?

Welcome to the board!

Heading home. 6 months straight of working down here...I'm homesick! Add to that the 6 months I did in Mississippi...well I'm afraid my husband, child, and cats are going to forget who I am! I did sort of plan the dates of the extensions to ensure that I would be here for JF though! ;) I will drive home exhausted and happy!

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Welcome rowEn..... Which Artist are you hoping to see?

[rowEn]

Welcome rowEn..... Which Artist are you hoping to see?

Singular? I have to narrow it down to ONE?? *panics*

[linza22]

welcome rowEn! FOMS setting in.....

[rowEn]

Seriously though....

Friday is for listening to pretty much anything that isn't on the main stages. I'll be on my own for the weekend (everyone thought I was nuts for spending so much money...I'll think of them as I flush!) so I can go where I want, when I want. Exception to the main stage rule for this day is any last name that starts with "Nev" and ends with "ille".

Saturday I will search out the stage with Leah Chase, as well as Irma Thomas' tribute to Mihalia Jackson. I will not wander far from whatever stage John Mayer will be playing, as I am a sucker for his new CD. Any good brass band will make me stop.

Sunday is for finding Eric Lindell, Marva Wright, as well as *crossing fingers here* being able to see both Harry Connick Jr AND Steely Dan. I hope the organizers don't break my heart and schedule them at the same time.

I love ALL kinds of music (ok, not all, but you know what I mean) so I'm actually looking forward to a few days of studying the grids to find out what music caught my ear and made me stop and listen. :)

Oh, and I will be getting a ticket for the 28th, as I want to see the Rebirth Brass Band (they walked behind us in the Zulu Krewe this year! I danced for five miles!) as well as hoping to see Norah Jones. I'll pop in for Rod Stewart if he's singing the standards more than his old stuff. I won't be a vip that night, so I might have to just find a comfy place and just sit and listen rather than see.

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Singular? I have to narrow it down to ONE?? *panics*

rowEn, I meant Artists, sorry but we call *panics* FOMS.....

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

Sunday is for finding Eric Lindell, Marva Wright, as well as *crossing fingers here* being able to see both Harry Connick Jr AND Steely Dan. I hope the organizers don't break my heart and schedule them at the same time.
Strong rumor has Steely Dan playing before Connick at Acura Stage

[rowEn]

Strong rumor has Steely Dan playing before Connick at Acura Stage

Speaking of...when are the grids supposed to be released??