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Backtothemac
Jul 18, 2003, 12:36 AM
Well, we have had Geekfest in New Orleans and DC, and I know it hasn't been a year yet, but I want to host a Geekfest here in Tuscaloosa.

I helped get the first one going, and hopefully this one will pan out. I need input from folks as to when they could come. I am personally thinking sometime towards the middle to end of August.

Yep, it will be hot. Real hot, but that means a lot of bikini's at the pool ;)

There will be real southern BBQ, and fun to be had. A quick jaunt to Birmingham will show everyone a great nightlife while they are here. Bands such as Train, Bare Naked Ladies, and many, many others play in Birmingham on a regular basis.

Also the comedy club will have some great acts next month as well. I would like to do it before the football season starts, as no one will be able to get a hotel on a football weekend.

So, that said, let me know if anyone is interested. My wife will cook some gumbo, and if Stelliform comes up, then I can have him bring some live crawfish and we can all have a boil. Eyelikeart is close, and I know that others are as well.

Plus, SouthWest Airlines flies into Birmingham, and it is cheap during the summer. Most places that fly southwest to Birmingham are like $59 round trip.

Just let me know. And get ready for Redneck geekfest. All the BBQ and tank tops you can stand.

Oh, and if your working computer sits on top of your non working computer. You might be a redneck geek ;)


MrMacMan
Jul 18, 2003, 12:44 AM
Wow if you could get that going, I wish you good luck man.

How many members are close to alabama?

I think that will be a greater problem, but I'm sure the adult-ish (:p) members will come no matter what distance.
Backtothemac
Jul 18, 2003, 12:47 AM
Originally posted by MrMacman
Wow if you could get that going, I wish you good luck man.

How many members are close to alabama?

I think that will be a greater problem, but I'm sure the adult-ish (:p) members will come no matter what distance.

Well, there are actually a lot of people in and around Alabama that are members here.

Here is a link to the Birmingham city's site.

http://www.bcvb.org/

Bill White is going to be at the comedy club from the 6-10th. If people could come, then that would be worth going to. He is funny. Real funny. Go rent the "Blue Collar Comedy tour". He is the first performer. I personally think that the end of August would be better.
MrMacMan
Jul 18, 2003, 12:55 AM
Cool, I didn't know we have members there! :)

I'm glad we have spreaded.

That site looks nice even with its own 'plan a meeting'! :D

Wish NYC did that. :(
Backtothemac
Jul 18, 2003, 12:57 AM
Originally posted by MrMacman
Cool, I didn't know we have members there! :)

I'm glad we have spreaded.

That site looks nice even with its own 'plan a meeting'! :D

Wish NYC did that. :(

People don't realize how nice Birmingham really is. Really nice city, with plenty to do.

A friend of mine is going to make T-Shirts for the event ;)
eyelikeart
Jul 18, 2003, 01:03 AM
Originally posted by Backtothemac
People don't realize how nice Birmingham really is. Really nice city, with plenty to do.


I've heard how much fun it can be...

and...

there's lots of college girls there... ;)
Backtothemac
Jul 18, 2003, 01:04 AM
Originally posted by eyelikeart
I've heard how much fun it can be...

and...

there's lots of college girls there... ;)

Yes, the ladies in Alabama are quite nice. Also, Jello, there are some of the best golf courses in the world here.
jelloshotsrule
Jul 18, 2003, 01:08 AM
Originally posted by Backtothemac
Yes, the ladies in Alabama are quite nice. Also, Jello, there are some of the best golf courses in the world here.

fly me in dude, fly me in.....

just not for geekfest. ;)
eyelikeart
Jul 18, 2003, 01:10 AM
Originally posted by jelloshotsrule
fly me in dude, fly me in.....

just not for geekfest. ;)

will u be bringing that cutie with u? ;)
jelloshotsrule
Jul 18, 2003, 01:19 AM
Originally posted by eyelikeart
will u be bringing that cutie with u? ;)

and have a french HGLM steal her away from me????

hmm..

considering she thinks robbie and chuck are going to kill me when i go out to san diego... i doubt she'd be up for coming along. hah
mac15
Jul 18, 2003, 01:20 AM
enjoy your geekfest fest guys, the last ones looked fun :)
eyelikeart
Jul 18, 2003, 01:22 AM
Originally posted by jelloshotsrule
and have a french HGLM steal her away from me????

hmm..

considering she thinks robbie and chuck are going to kill me when i go out to san diego... i doubt she'd be up for coming along. hah

ah...damn...was worth a try though... ;)

as for rower...tell her not to worry...

I went all the way out to Pittsburgh specifically to meet moxie...and he didn't turn out so bad... :D
jelloshotsrule
Jul 18, 2003, 01:24 AM
Originally posted by eyelikeart
ah...damn...was worth a try though... ;)

as for rower...tell her not to worry...

I went all the way out to Pittsburgh specifically to meet moxie...and he didn't turn out so bad... :D

to go all the way to anywhere to meet moxie is sad.



that guy loves me.


i think it's chuck she has to worry about. hopefully he'll teach me some of his toughness!!!!
eyelikeart
Jul 18, 2003, 01:26 AM
yeah...moxie has eyes for u man...I'd be careful... ;)

and when Chuck teaches u the toughness...make sure to get it on video or at least some stills...
Backtothemac
Jul 18, 2003, 01:44 AM
Originally posted by eyelikeart
yeah...moxie has eyes for u man...I'd be careful... ;)

and when Chuck teaches u the toughness...make sure to get it on video or at least some stills...

Which Chuck? Me? I am lost.

Jello, anytime you want to visit, you are welcome to come down. Hopefully a few folks can make it. It will be fun.
jelloshotsrule
Jul 18, 2003, 01:57 AM
Originally posted by Backtothemac
Which Chuck? Me? I am lost.

Jello, anytime you want to visit, you are welcome to come down. Hopefully a few folks can make it. It will be fun.

haha. whoops... mc68k. dang that whole "real name" thing. hah


bama... is a long way from here...
3rdpath
Jul 18, 2003, 02:33 AM
geez, don't i get a mention in the s.d. geekfest?

man...no respect for the elders around here.:(
jelloshotsrule
Jul 18, 2003, 02:49 AM
Originally posted by 3rdpath
geez, don't i get a mention in the s.d. geekfest?

man...no respect for the elders around here.:(

as opposed to the respect you show me here (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=32558&perpage=25&pagenumber=2)???

:rolleyes:
tazo
Jul 18, 2003, 02:50 AM
hey maybe there could be a geekfest seattle :) i could take a bus downtown...
i couldn't provide accomodations but there is plenty in downtown :) beauitful sites to be had as well.
3rdpath
Jul 18, 2003, 03:09 AM
Originally posted by jelloshotsrule
as opposed to the respect you show me here (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=32558&perpage=25&pagenumber=2)???

:rolleyes:

ok, fine then...just trying to be "tough" and all.;)

no pvc thing from home depot for you..ha.
iGav
Jul 18, 2003, 04:39 AM
Originally posted by Backtothemac
People don't realize how nice Birmingham really is. Really nice city, with plenty to do.


Sounds exactly like Birmingham, England... :eek: :p :p
jelloshotsrule
Jul 18, 2003, 09:30 AM
Originally posted by 3rdpath
ok, fine then...just trying to be "tough" and all.;)

no pvc thing from home depot for you..ha.

ok sorry. sorry man. sorry about that.

you rule! i get to see 3rdpath in all his old, shaky, wrinkled skin, depends wearin glory in san diego! holla!
WinterMute
Jul 18, 2003, 09:32 AM
Originally posted by iGAV
Sounds exactly like Birmingham, England... :eek: :p :p

Even the people who live in Birmingham UK think its a s**thole:D

I used to live 20 miles from it, damn it's a grim place, Birmingham USA is a paradise in comparison:)
Mr. Anderson
Jul 18, 2003, 09:38 AM
Well, I'll have to pass on this one - got too much going on and its only a couple months after the Geekfest up here.

That and we're planning on going to Cape Cod in August, so its not good timing.

Good luck and post lots of pics! :D

D
Backtothemac
Jul 18, 2003, 11:15 AM
Sorry to hear that Duke. Was really hoping that you could make it down. Well, everyone, if you want to come, email me.
evoluzione
Jul 18, 2003, 01:00 PM
when?
jelloshotsrule
Jul 18, 2003, 01:03 PM
Originally posted by Backtothemac
I am personally thinking sometime towards the middle to end of August.



not much of a reader, eh evo? ;)
Rower_CPU
Jul 18, 2003, 01:06 PM
Originally posted by Backtothemac
...
Oh, and if your working computer sits on top of your non working computer. You might be a redneck geek ;)

Nice one, BTTM! :D

Unfortunately I'll be visiting my parents in Northern California during that time...so it's a no go for me. I look forward to the time I'll be able to take you up on the offer.

j-pizzle:
Dude, I'm more worried about the cat...seriously.
jelloshotsrule
Jul 18, 2003, 01:11 PM
Originally posted by Rower_CPU
j-pizzle:
Dude, I'm more worried about the cat...seriously.

the cat's going to kill me???
Rower_CPU
Jul 18, 2003, 01:30 PM
Originally posted by jelloshotsrule
the cat's going to kill me???

Scratch that, reverse it.
wsteineker
Jul 18, 2003, 02:12 PM
What? This sounds awesome! A Geekfest in T-Town is one of the better ideas any of us have ever had. Post a definite weekend so I can ask for the time off to come up from Montgomery, man. Great idea! :D
Backtothemac
Jul 18, 2003, 03:49 PM
August 23. That is the weekend.

Let me know folks!