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roymond wrote:

Caravan Ray wrote:Things to do in (or near) New York?

Here are some quick ideas:

A little early for beach weather, but Montauk(eastern end of Long Island) is pretty nice for a visit, and May is early enough not to get caught up in too much traffic, etc. The ocean, small town feel, sand dunes, and very comfy Bed & Breakfasts can relax a stressed-out 4 year old no problem.

The Catskills (north of NYC) are beautiful rolling hills (flat-landers call them mountains) with pretty wonderful scenery, hikes, B&Bs, etc. Consider the Mohonk area near New Paltz, but find a B&B rather than pay resort prices at Mohonk Mountain House. The views, hikes and eats are great around there.

thanks - yeah, that's the sort of thing i'm looking for. Those are the areas I was thinking of, but I had no idea where to start looking. I will investigate.

My sole knowledge of NY pretty much comes from watching Seinfeld - and I remember episodes talking about going to the "Hamptons" for the weekend. I looked up where that was - it looks expensive (is the Montauk you mention Roy part of the "Hamptons" - or is it different?)

And as Hinc suggested, Sth Jersey - I was looking up Cape May last night - is that what you mean?

We might need somewhere we can get a train/bus to. I'm not sure if I'm really brave enough to attempt the whole driving on the wrong side thing. I have done it in New Caledonia, but I'm guessing that the traffic on small Pacific islands may be slightly different to New York.

Actually, don't I recall you posting photos from Ireland Roy - do you drive much when you go to "lefty" countries?

Caravan Ray wrote: I looked up where that was - it looks expensive (is the Montauk you mention Roy part of the "Hamptons" - or is it different?)

It's different. Farther out, less ritzy. You can take a train there, BTW (Long Island Railroad).

Actually, don't I recall you posting photos from Ireland Roy - do you drive much when you go to "lefty" countries?

Yes, I can drive on either side. It takes a few minutes, but it's almost like a switch for me, just toggle it "left" or "right" and I'm off.

roymond wrote: It's different. Farther out, less ritzy. You can take a train there, BTW (Long Island Railroad).

Cool - that could be just the ticket. Thanks

Caravan Ray wrote: And as Hinc suggested, Sth Jersey - I was looking up Cape May last night - is that what you mean?

umm, maybe, and also maybe ocean city... keep in mind i've never been to these places
-bill

Wildwood! I worked on the boardwalk there last summer!

Spud wrote:Wildwood! I worked on the boardwalk there last summer!

That looks totally tacky. Awesome!

This place has 3 berth retro trailers to stay in. Cool.
http://www.thestarlux.com/

There's a sweet band stand in Prospect Park (Brooklyn) that gets little use. What about a Saturday or Sunday picnic/performance, rain or shine? All acoustic with lots of wine. It's in a beautiful spot and I'm sure we'd attract lots of passers by.

That's a consideration and definitely could be fun. An earlier little show, a joint trip to Manhattan, some dinner and then the big show at Sidewalk.

We could always see about getting a parties permit. http://www.prospectpark.org/parties_permits/permits

Something to think about.

Sounds like a good idea to me.

Bring along a footy and a cricket bat too.

Yea, sounds like a very good idea to me - I can do my ukelele set in the park and ten the Dollar Bill stuff in the evening!

j$ wrote: I can do my ukelele set

I've got a request:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfK-UzQ4 ... re=related

I thought the link would lead to a 'nevada'-style jpeg saying 'DON'T!' Sadly, it's more likely to be like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skU-jBFzXl0 Though at least my hair isn't that long.

Meant to say - for Brooklyn Park thing, I can do Saturday OR Sunday, if it's lunchtime. I would have to head off for the work do around 3pm. Sunday i need to find some practice time with Bill and Roy, but we can work around other things, I'm sure.

Niveous wrote:That's a consideration and definitely could be fun. An earlier little show, a joint trip to Manhattan, some dinner and then the big show at Sidewalk.

We could always see about getting a parties permit. http://www.prospectpark.org/parties_permits/permits

Something to think about.

Yup, that was the next move. I've left a message to find out if it's available that weekend, and will submit the form based on the team's response (Sat or Sun?).

I'm thinking Sunday, so it's like a total Songfight Sunday. Like I said: Prospect Park show/ a good meal/ Sidewalk show.

A Sunday event works best for me and my droogs. We might stay in New Haven with friends (and book a Saturday show if we can find one), and then head into NYC early and out late.

Let me know if you book that Saturday show... New Haven is my backyard.

Sunday.

We've changed plans slightly and should be arriving in NYC on late on Saturday arvo. So Sat would be out for us

I told some friends about the potential early Sunday event and there was some definite appeal. Good idea Roymond.

Sunday day event would definitely be awesome. Then I'd probably get a late-night train back to Boston instead of 3am(then I'd actually make my 8am class too, woo!)

I haven't done any new SF material in a bazillion years, so I wouldn't play the evening thing for sure. A low key acoustic thing during the day I could probably do though. I am not bringing a guitar. Someone bring a lovely guitar.

M is now advocating that I drive to NYC for the show in case I have to leave unexpectedly. Is there parking near the venue? M's brother said he thought the area was relatively safe. Also, Niv, if you want a ride into town or something I'll be going past your area, I think.
-bill

The Music Pagoda (which is what I found out it's called) is not available on the 17th. However, the Oriental Pavilion/Concert Grove is I am sending in the application for Sunday 5/17, noon - 6:00 pm.

I've been lamenting the fact that I can't come to this show (it's a Sunday night and I can't miss work the next day). But a Sunday afternoon acoustic thing in the park? I think I can do that! I'll let you know for sure as we get closer to the date.