FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas

Subject: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 10:57 AM

the old thread was at 100 posts and loading slowly...so, here are Charlie Baums last two posts...

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway 2001-Which dates? From: Charlie Baum Date: 08-Aug-01 - 11:17 PM Shop: Well, The

No requirement to be a member, though members receive a discount, and you can join when you register.

Many people show up on Friday after leaving work; since people leave work in places from Virginia to Connecticut and beyond, arrival times may vary, but by 8:30 p.m. or so, there's always informal good music going on Friday night.

Well, the registration form is complete, but the FSGW website is an experimental exercise in changeability, as we're slowly instigating a new system that takes the burden off of the webmaster and allows committee chairs to update their info.

Try this link to see if it produces a Getaway registration form. I'll produce a formal Mudcat link later this week, along with the brochure information.

--Charlie Baum

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway 2001-Which dates? From: Charlie Baum Date: 08-Aug-01 - 11:21 PM

Yes! The above link works.

Now to join the FSGW, you'll also want to fill out a membership form, which can be had here.

--Charlie Baum

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 11:00 AM

a link back to the old thread for those who need to refresh their memories

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Charley Noble
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 11:06 AM

I assume the Getaway is still scheduled 10/19 to 10/21, for those who don't have the energy to sift through the old thread tangle.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: MMario
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 11:44 AM

yup *bounce,bounce,bounce* And I'm gonna go!

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 02:11 PM

The dates are., indeed, Friday, October 19 (we'll be there in the afternoon setting up to receive guests; if you're early, you can lend a hand) through Sunday, October 21, though actually it runs so late on Sunday night (into the wee hours) that you can stay overnight and join in the breakfast on Monday morning (with prior reservation). See the registration form.

One note: the registration formis in Acrobat format, so you can download Acrobat for free if you son;t already have it.

One caveat: if you go the www.fsgw.org site and look up the Getaway, any schedule information regarding meals or workshops posted at this point (early August) is entirely fictional and experimental, as we're still de-buggin g the grid system. By September, it should be more accurate.

Y'all come now!

--Charlie Baum

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GUEST,Ferrara (Where's my cookie???)
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 02:23 PM

Repeating what Charlie said on the previous thread, you don't have to be an FSGW member to come to the Getaway.

If you're bringing several people from one family, it will probably save money if you join FSGW anyway.

Lots of people show up during the day on Saturday if they have other commitments. Bob Zentz had a Saturday gig a couple of years ago. He arrived for the late Saturday singing, led a concertina workshop and gave a concert Sunday morning, then left by noon Sunday for his next gig... a real "drive-by performace" ... and added a WHOLE lot to our weekend... so you can see we're very flexible.

The registration form lets you specify pretty clearly how long you'll be here. Just one thing: If you change your mind and are coming earlier, let us know in time so we can have meals ordered for you!

Now for the program. PLEASE post to this thread if there are workshops and/or concerts you'd like to see in the program. If you have an idea for a workshop you might lead, PM me or post it here. (Fortunato and RiB have already posted, other folks have e-mailed me.) I can't always include every workshop that is suggested, but it helps so much to get people's input and offers of help.

More on this later, got to go now.

Rita Ferrara

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GUEST,Ferrara
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 02:25 PM

... that's "performance" not "performace"

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Naemanson
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 02:36 PM

I am available for rhythm bones and storytelling workshops.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Barry Finn
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 07:14 PM

Hi Rita, long time, no hear. I'll be there, don't know fusure about my wife & kids yet. As always, if you want, use me will. See ya then Barry

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 11:09 PM

hey, watch it, Barry!...*grin*

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 09 Aug 01 - 11:12 PM

37th Annual Getaway

Friday, October 19 through Monday, October 22, 2001
Camp Ramblewood, Darlington, MD (near Havre de Grace)

What is the Getaway?

For nearly 37 years, FSGW has held its Getaway weekend so that members and friends can share music, stories, crafts and dance in a relaxed camp setting.

The Getaway is:

• Music-making under the trees, on the lawn, by the pond, or by the pool;
• Group singing and jamming at its best;
• Informal workshops on singing, dancing, crafts and storytelling led by FSGW members and friends;
• Trying a craft--quilting, basket-making, puppets, and mask-making have been highlights of past years;
• Great food;
• A terrific weekend for the whole family, with lots of special children's activities;
• A chance to renew old friendships and make new ones;
• A beautiful camp with modern facilities in scenic rolling hills adjacent to the Susquehanna River;
• A wonderful chance for parents to introduce their kids to the magic of group singing and dancing--or to discover that magic for the first time themselves.
  

  Dates and Times

  This year's Getaway is scheduled at the height of Fall colors. Camp Ramblewood spreads out over rolling hillsides bordering the Susquehanna River just below the Conowingo Dam, north of Havre de Grace, Maryland. Camp Ramblewood is about 8 miles north of Exits 89 (Havre de Grace) or 93 (Port Deposit) of I-95. It's only 90 minutes North of the I-495 Beltway, in a direction far less subject to traffic jams than Virginia. It's only about 45 minutes South of the Delaware Memorial Bridge.
  
  You may choose to stay over either two or three nights, or you may come for the day if you are unable to get away for the whole weekend. Daytrippers are offered two meals, lunch and dinner each day. (But you must register in advance if you wish to dine!)
  
  The weekend starts Friday evening with a potluck dinner. If you register for two nights, your registration fee covers three wonderful meals and a midnight snack both days on Saturday and Sunday. Three-night registration gives you an additional night's lodging and breakfast on Monday morning.
  
  

  Facilities

  The dining hall, several common rooms, the pub, the drama barn, the dance barn (with a hardwood sprung floor), and the outdoor pavilion offer all-weather spaces for music making and dancing. NO SMOKING is allowed in any of the camp buildings.
  
  If you choose to go to bed, there are more than 50 rooms, mostly in modern cabins. They feature indoor flush plumbing and hot showers; comfortable beds with box-spring mattresses (bring your own linens and bedding). There are handicapped-accessible cabins with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms for those who need them; please indicate any special needs when you register. Cabins are not heated (bring warm clothes!). If you prefer to bring a tent or your own RV, you may do so, and camp on the grounds (no discounts, but you get guaranteed privacy!). If you don't want to sing, there's a pond with boats (and stocked with fish), tennis courts, ball fields, and a trail through the woods to the banks of the Susquehanna. The immediate area offers antiques, history and horse farms. (See more of Camp Ramblewood at it's website: www.ramblewood.com.)
  
  

  Volunteer Help

  We'll need volunteers to help set up on Friday, to welcome and register guests, to clean up after our Friday night potluck dinner, and to help make sure everything is in order when we check out.
  
  

  Fees

  Getaway fees depend on whether you're an FSGW member or not, and whether you're an adult or a child. See the registration form for the fee that applies to you. Fees are determined by our actual costs to run this event--food, camp rental, etc.
  
  

  Getaway Activities at a Glance

  Friday--
  
  • Register any time after 3 pm.
  • Potluck dinner, with new foods added as each person arrives.
  • Song swap and music-making into the wee hours.
    Saturday--
    
    • Informal music, dance, crafts and storytelling workshops all day.
    • Saturday night concert (sign up to tell a story, present a short skit, tune or song).
    • Singing and jamming together all night, as late as you care to stay (or stay up, if you're sleeping at camp).
      Sunday--
      
      • Informal music, dance, crafts and storytelling workshops all day
      • Sunday night concert (sign up if you didn't participate on Saturday).
      • More singing and jamming after the concert, into the wee hours.
        Monday--
        
        • Parting songs.
        • Farewell breakfast in the dining hall.
          
          To register, download this registration form (readable in Adobe Acrobat format), fill it out, and mail it to the address on the bottom of the form with your check(s) enclosed. A discount is available for FSGW members, and if you wish, you may join and get member rates, no matter where you live. (If there are two or more of you in a family, your membership will be amortized almost immediately!) The membership application form can be found here and printed out and sent in.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: mooman
Date: 10 Aug 01 - 04:05 AM

I was hoping to get over the pond for this year's Getaway and to meet US/Canadian Catters and have some great music but Lady McMoo's employer just went bust and money has now become somewhat of an issue for us. However, if things resolve quickly I might still register late.

Best regards,

mooman (in the Surreal Kingdom of Belgium)

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 10 Aug 01 - 11:53 AM

mooman...if you pack carefully, you might pay for the trip with beer & chocolate...I know this group...*grin*

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 13 Aug 01 - 09:15 PM

refresh..just because

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Noreen
Date: 13 Aug 01 - 09:23 PM

Sounds wonderful... just because.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Sam Pirt
Date: 14 Aug 01 - 06:09 AM

Me and Bill Sables will be there and looking forward to it.

Cheers, Sam

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: MMario
Date: 14 Aug 01 - 08:56 AM

Remember to pack your shoes, Sam!

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Peg
Date: 14 Aug 01 - 09:59 AM

sounds fun; and right before my birthday!

maybe...

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GUEST,FORTUNATO
Date: 14 Aug 01 - 11:05 AM

HELLO FERRERA. I'VE LOST MY NOTES. WHAT THE HECK DID I SUGGEST?

REGARDS, CHANCE

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 14 Aug 01 - 01:16 PM

..don't you remember, Chance?..you wanted to lead..."How to change guitar strings by candle light, while nude"...(I'll bring the thread to Rita's more measured attention..*grin*)

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Dani
Date: 14 Aug 01 - 09:17 PM

By CANDLELIGHT?!?!

I am so THERE!!

Ferrara, can we do scary/ghost songs after it gets dark? Maybe by the fire? Lani Herrmann caught me between shivers and tears of laughter "With Her Head Tucked Underneath Her Arm" last year. There are so many real, old, grave-y ghost-y tunes....

Now that it actually seems real, my mind will be racing with possibilities.

Dani

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: CET
Date: 14 Aug 01 - 10:57 PM

I would like to see a few vocal warm up sessions. I am going to be doing a LOT of singing and some sessions to keep the voice limbered up would be a help.

Any chance somebody could lead a workshop on songs of the American Civil War(a.k.a war of Yankee agression?)

Edmund

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 15 Aug 01 - 07:41 AM

as a matter of fact, I 'believe' there are tentative plans for something on Civil and/or 'uncivil' wars..watch this space...

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GUEST,FORTUNATO
Date: 15 Aug 01 - 02:10 PM

BILL I DID NOT SUGGEST THAT WORKSHOP. I DO, HOWEVER FIND THE NOTION INTRIGUEING.

AND, LIKE DANI, I CAN SEE MYSELF THERE. IF NUDE THEN THE LESS LIGHT THE BETTER, GENERALLY.

THE EXPECTATIONS HEIGHTEN (OR LOWER). CHANCE

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: MMario
Date: 15 Aug 01 - 02:12 PM

I will not post something along the lines of "Surely you can rise to the occasion!". Please note my great forebearance in not doing so.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 15 Aug 01 - 05:43 PM

Would it be impolitic of me to note that Camp Ramblewood also hosts several "clothing optional" events in the course ot its summer?

--Charlie Baum (fully clothed in the office as he writes this)

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Jeri
Date: 15 Aug 01 - 06:30 PM

Are we allowed in the pool? (Semi-serious question. I was very tempted to jump in last year, but didn't know if I'd get yelled at.)

Workshop: "Songs to drive Bill D crazy." People are to go through their old pop albums and find songs they can sneakily disquise as folk songs. Of course, the "hits" might be instantly recognisable.

I LIKE Dani's idea! Maybe by a campfire?

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Charley Noble
Date: 15 Aug 01 - 07:46 PM

"People are to go through their old pop albums and find songs they can sneakily disquise as folk songs." What a dastardly idea! Shame!;-)

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 16 Aug 01 - 12:53 AM

Jeri--

Last year, they'd already closed up the pool, though we were able to use the deck area. I suspect that the pool will once again probably be closed by late October, unless we have a particularly warm autumn. Final answer may have to wait until the actual weekend, but I tend to doubt it will be warm enough.

--Charlie Baum

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Naemanson
Date: 16 Aug 01 - 11:49 AM

Define warm enough!

Brett (from Maine where "warm enough" means no skim of ice on the water's surface)

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: MMario
Date: 16 Aug 01 - 11:52 AM

Air temperature above 50 F. and water still liquid sounds good to me...

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Kim C
Date: 21 Aug 01 - 12:31 PM

I wish I could be there but I've already got a previous engagement. :-(

(before I corrected my spelling that read "precious engagment." Is that some kind of a Freudian slip or WHAT?)

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 21 Aug 01 - 06:42 PM

Jeri....you WOULDN'T!! (do that workshop..not jump in the pool)...Oh...sure you would. Anf those clever disguises never last past a few notes, anyway.

Thing is, 'those' songs don't drive me crazy...just into hiding with a few other folks of delicate & exquisite taste...*grin*. (a friend once handed me a pair of hearing protectors before singing a song...)

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GutBucketeer
Date: 21 Aug 01 - 09:34 PM

Didn't a suggestion come up after last year's Getaway to have a "Singing in the Shower" workshop? :-)

I have even learned a new song for it. "Singing in the Bathtub" as performed by Eddie Walters, R. Crumb and others.

I hope to be there fully mobile (no crutches!) with my gutbucket, banjo ukes, and other stuff this year. I would love to help with a jam of jugband and comic/novelty songs of the 10s, 20s, and 30s (From the Georgia Yellowhammers, the Dallas String Band, and the Hokum Boys to Cliff Edwards, Frank Crumit, Billy Muray, Helen Kane, Annette Hanshaw, etc.) Modern stuff too if it fits the style. However, I don't know enough tunes to lead. Would anyone like to join me in this ???

Gutbuckteer (aka JAB)

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Fortunato
Date: 22 Aug 01 - 11:25 AM

JAB, I'd certainly attend, I don't think I'm knowledgeable enough to lead either. But I'll be there and do a little learning if necessary to help you out.

BTW, Micca's coming, I think I'm picking him up at the airport and driving him up on Friday.

We're thinking of having a session for him at our house or the 'Mile. You in?

Chance

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Ferrara
Date: 22 Aug 01 - 12:40 PM

Whoa! I'm going to have to kick Bill D off the computer more often so I don't get so far out of touch here! :-)

Where to start?

Fortunato, you suggested "Help I am Lost Please Direct Me to 1935." Sorry, that's too long to type in the grid! :-) So, would you settle for "Back to 1935?" or "Back to the 30's"?

You can PM me for details.

CET, I'm thinking of having a session called "Civil Wars" and one called "Uncivil Wars." I would like to get someone from the US and someone from the UK to co-lead the Civil Wars. I know several people who do songs from the American Civil war but would like to hear from any mudcatters who are interested. CET, do you do a lot of that type of music?

On the subject of session leaders, it helps to have two or more people leading a session.

Dani, have you just volunteered to lead "Scary Stories and Songs" around the camp fire on Friday or Saturday night? It may have to be after 11pm so as not to conflict with the concert though. I'll give that some thought. We do have a kids' campfire led by Annie Storr and Joe Offer, it's been especially nice since Joe has been there to captivate the kids with his story telling magic.

CET, not sure what you mean by vocal warm up sessions. There are plenty of places for people to warm up, but also, Lisa Null will be doing her vocal clinic for an hour each day. Last year I think she spent a lot of time talking about warm-ups. Would you like to lead a vocal warm-ups session, either first thing in the morning or after lunch one day? I think it would be very welcome, lots of people would be interested in learning more about it. PM me about it OK?

My vague plan is to post the list of workshops planned to date, and tell which ones still need leaders. I should also post that on the Web site. It would sure save me a lot of phone calling if people came to me and OFFERED to help. ESPECIALLY, those of you who are long-time members of FSGW, and have led stuff in the past, or wanted to do so --- I would LOVE to hear from you. If I haven't already called you it's because I'm an air head, not because I'm not interested.

You know who you are.

Jeri! I hereby appoint you leader of the session on "Songs Bill D Will Hate!" (Just kidding -- I think)

GutBucket, I haven't found a leader yet for a Jug Band session. Have only asked two people so far though. Could you lead it if you only have to lead one or two songs? (That's the first, and the last if you wish.) Then you just start asking the other participants who wants to lead something. If you run out of songs, you all can leave.... no problem. I would LOVE to have this session.

SWIMMERS: I DON't believe the camp would look kindly on our using the pool. They have a caretaker who fussed last year just because we un-stacked the pool chairs for the Shanty Sing. (Charlie, can you clear it ahead of time this year for us to use the pool area for singing if desired?)

Anybody who wants to help with anything, just post to this thread or PM me. If you don't hear from me, PM Bill D who will beat me with a wet noodle and make me check my mail.

We will be having a Silent Auction again this year to benefit the Getaway Scholarship Fund.

If you would like a grant from said Scholarship Fund, indicate it on your registration and write a separate note about why you need it. Funds are limited but we try hard to help.

I was taking names as I read this thread, so will be sending PM's to several people WRT the program.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Dani
Date: 22 Aug 01 - 07:56 PM

Does this mean Uncle Joe is COMING!?!?!

If someone'll co-lead, I'll be HAPPY to do this. Same terms as Jim? I've got a touch of stage (circle?) fright, but will give it a shot. Late, dark and far from shelter is just what I had in mind ;)

Dani

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: CarolC
Date: 22 Aug 01 - 08:17 PM

Bill Sables gave me a heads up about him and Sam Pirt being there this year. I'm thinking about trying to attend at least part of the Getaway.

My transportation situation is tricky. I think I might be able to get transportation to Montgomery County (Leisure World), but I don't know how I might go about getting from there to the Getaway. And I don't know if I can stay for the whole thing.

Are there any Montgomery County 'catters who will be attending all or part of the getaway who have room for one very small woman and her accordion in their vehicle?

Carol

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GutBucketeer
Date: 22 Aug 01 - 09:06 PM

Chance: I will definitely try to make it to your house or the mile. Don't know how busy I'll be yet since school activities haven't ramped up yet. We just got back from camping for a week at the Pinery in Ontario and so right now I'm full of energy and raring to go. It's amazing what a week of sleep, no computers, and laying around and playing all day will do for you!

Dani: Scary songs far away from everything sounds perfect. The stars will be out and the air crisp. Can we tell scary stories too?????

Rita: I'm now committed to jugband and novelty tunes. I can lead at least two songs. I'll try to round up some others to provide support too. Does Special Ed usually come? Has Dottie ever led anything? Whatever happens I'm sure we make make it a fun session.

JAB

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 22 Aug 01 - 10:17 PM

Carol C...Leisure World is just up the street from me...and since I do NOT have to transport either a washtub bass or Micca..*grin*...something could probably be worked out.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: CarolC
Date: 22 Aug 01 - 10:26 PM

Sounds good, Bill D.

I'll contact you by PM (probably tomorrow or the day after) to discuss it further. Thanks.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: catspaw49
Date: 22 Aug 01 - 10:36 PM

Leisure World?

Uh-huh........Why do I get this mental image of a padded naughahyde bar, bad paintings on black velvet, shag carpet, a bad band with a lounge lizard crooner, and a bunch of fat farts in polyester?

Spaw

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Fortunato
Date: 23 Aug 01 - 09:09 AM

'Spaw its true name is "Seizure World".

Gutbuct/JAB I know a couple of Jugband tunes, I'm in.

Maybe Ferrera can avoid scheduling "Direct me to 1935" and Jugband at the same hour.

chance

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Big Mick
Date: 24 Aug 01 - 08:25 PM

This is going to be a great Getaway. I can't wait. Should be a wonderful gathering. And it looks like I can make it on time this year. See you all there.

Mick

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Linda Mattson
Date: 29 Aug 01 - 10:13 PM

Micca and Bill Sables and Sam Pirt are coming? Why, I might be able to come to this Getaway. Last year in October I was in the UK meeting a bunch of those great UK Mudcatters! Another Mudcat reunion. Sounds like a blast....

Noreen, Patrish, are you coming over as well?

-Linda in Portland, Oregon, US

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: catspaw49
Date: 29 Aug 01 - 10:16 PM

Why not schedule a screening of "The Songcatcher?"

Spaw

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: catspaw49
Date: 29 Aug 01 - 10:36 PM

Or maybe show it 11 times to match the number of threads we have on the damn thing???

Spaw

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Noreen
Date: 30 Aug 01 - 04:35 AM

*LOL* Spaw!

I wish, Linda.... but not this year. I see that Sam said on another thread that he and Bill are no longer going to make it to the Getaway? Or is he winding people up?

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 30 Aug 01 - 02:59 PM

??well....hope to hear something a bit more definitative...they had messaged us with all sorts of workshop suggestions & such...I thought it was set in stone.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: JedMarum
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 01:22 PM

Do you suppose anyone from the FSGW will be heading anywhere near BWI on Monday, and have room for a travller with instrument/s? Or, better yet, might there be some sort of public transportation nearby?

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: annamill
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 01:30 PM

Jed, can you tell me what BWI is? I would like to help, if I knew what you needed.

Love, Annamill

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: MMario
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 01:33 PM

How many instruments Jed? I'm not sure but if someone local can't do it I should have time and room monday to drop you off before heading north.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 01:49 PM

BWI is sorta between Ramblewood & DC...and I 'should' be driving my large van...depends on exact schedule Monday, as I am often among the last to leave...time to discuss it

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: catspaw49
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 01:50 PM

BWI=Baltimore-Washington International (an airporton the south side of Baltimore (Linthincum)

Spaw

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: JedMarum
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 02:00 PM

I should be at the airport by about 3PM. I gather things wrap up by noonish, no?

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Dani
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 10:27 PM

Jed,

If all goes according to plan(i.e. I'm there, and going home), I can, and would love to. It's on my way home! In fact, I did it last year.

Dani

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 05 Sep 01 - 11:52 PM

Anyone planning to drive to the Getaway via Morgantown, WV (I-68, a scenic alternative to the Pennsylvania Turnpike)? If so, send a private message, since we've got someone from Morgantown, WV [a truly great ballad singer] who will need a ride. Thanks.

--Charlie Baum

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: annamill
Date: 21 Sep 01 - 03:26 PM

Getting closer and we still haven't signed up. What a crazy last couple of months. I hope I'm not too late.

I'm happy to bring this wonderful thought up to the top again. There's been too much pain. Time for some soft, powerful music making.

We really need this weekend. Friends, music, nature. I'll send it out tomorrow, promise, Charlie.

I miss you all like I've been gone a year.

Love, Annamill

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: CarolC
Date: 21 Sep 01 - 03:29 PM

Does anyone know for sure what the situation is re: Sam Pirt and Bill Sables? Are they definitely not going to be there this year?

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: annamill
Date: 21 Sep 01 - 03:34 PM

In a thread called SAM PIRT, I seem to remember Sam mentioning that they would not be coming. I was upset and I hope everything is ok! I'll go look it up.

L.A.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: catspaw49
Date: 21 Sep 01 - 03:35 PM

Sorry Carol, but they are definitely not coming. I've had several e-mails from Bill and he's sorry they can't make it.......as is anyone who's been around either of them. Or haven't....those are the ones who are REALLY going to be missing out!!!

Spaw

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: CarolC
Date: 21 Sep 01 - 03:42 PM

Thanks annamill and Spaw.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Micca
Date: 21 Sep 01 - 04:06 PM

But the bad news, is, I have a ticket and a Visa and a plane ticket!!!!! so I am certainly booked to come...armed with the Grail & Gail and a hip flask or 2... and I am so looking forward to meeting you all!!.
I am now trying to work out a feasible travel scheme for the week after, I don't know how feasible this is but what I would like to do is leave the Getaway on Monday.. visit Mudcat Central for the Radio show on Tuesday evening.. then Wednesday travel to New York to visit Sinsull for a day or 2 then to Keene NH to visit Animaterra and back to DC on Saturday to fly home on Sunday, I do NOT drive so Public traansport is what is required, does anyone know if that itinery is possible??? any advice would be very welcome either here or by PM..

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: annamill
Date: 24 Sep 01 - 09:32 AM

Micca, you are more than welcome to come and stay at our digs. Mudcat Central is about 1 1/2 hours away. We could probably get you over to Mudcat radio on Tuesday night, Sinsull is only a train ride away, unless she would like to come down to our place. I'm afraid that we will be living in a condo and no loud music is acceptable, BUT, maybe some gentle playing could be done. We do have, however, a beautiful ocean across the street from our place and long walks on the beach are wonderful.

As for NH, we would have to work that out. There must be a train from New York. Set up flying back from NY, or even better Newark, New Jersey., or even better, Boston! Or maybe NH has an international airport around somewhere.

In fact anyone is welcome to come and stay at our place on the way home from The Getaway. Just let me know.

Love, Annamill

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Fortunato
Date: 24 Sep 01 - 10:12 AM

(Help I'm Lost)Please Direct Me to 1935

is the name of the workshop Susette and I will be doing at the Getaway.

We want to invite folks to bring songs, or tunes that were played (collected, composed, made up, etc) between 1929 and 1941. Approximately.

If you have an instrument from that period, all the better.

And just to add some spice we're inviting people to dress appropriately for that period.

I'd like the casual passerby to think they're peering into a time capsule. I hope to see you all there!

Regards, Chance Shiver.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Jeri
Date: 24 Sep 01 - 10:14 AM

Greyhound Lines (Bus)
Peter Pan (Bus)
Trailways (Bus)
Amtrak (Train) As far as I can tell, NH had no train service to speak of. Well, if it does, I can't find anything on it.
Manchester, NH Airport

Annamill, when the heck did you move/are you moving?!?!

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 24 Sep 01 - 12:03 PM

The nearest Amtrak station to Keene, NH hides some 20-odd miles away just across a state line: Brattleboro, VT. Manchester (NH) Airport offers many cheap flights (see Southwest Airlines, for example, which goes from Manchester to BWI [Baltimore/Washington]). But either of the above would require someone to pick you up/drop you off at the nearest station/airport.

--Charlie Baum

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Allan C.
Date: 24 Sep 01 - 12:32 PM

Only 602 1/2 more hours to go...

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: annamill
Date: 24 Sep 01 - 12:45 PM

Jeri, paradise has a serpent, my landlady. She refuses to sign a lease and the house needs work. Honey's brother, Doug (you met him) says he will come down from Maine and do all the work needed, but I'm not putting money into the house without security that I'll be there for awhile.

The new place IS a condo, but we are still on the river and we can kayak, fish, swim, etc. We still have a fireplace. The ocean is right across the street (you remember) and we have a pool!! right outside the back door. We still have plenty of crashing space. Three bedrooms and a den and a nice size livingroom.

We can still do music, but not late..well, we can still do it late, if we're quiet about it. We may be able to do some music by the pool. I'll have to find out though. We can always go over to the beach and play as loud as you like!!

It also get very lonely in paradise. Nobody comes to visit.

It's a good move.

..and everything works!

Again, anyone that would like to stop over after, or, before the Getaway is welcome.

Love, annamill

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: MMario
Date: 27 Sep 01 - 09:56 AM

yeehaw! just got confirmation!

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GUEST,Roger in Baltimore
Date: 29 Sep 01 - 12:22 PM

I just sent in my money for Marge and I. I suspect we will get there well after dinner on Friday night and leave out late on Sunday.

Anyone generating a list of Mudcatters who are coming (sorry to hear that Bill and Sam can't make it)? It might be inspirational to the few who haven't committed to see just who they may meet at the Getaway.

Roger in Baltimore

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GUEST,Fortunato
Date: 29 Sep 01 - 02:17 PM

roger
The Shivers are coming!
(Aiiieeee, the Shivers are coming)
from Silver Spring, MD:
Chance; Susette; Matt; Duane; Ian; Jesse.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GUEST,VIXEN (WITHOUT HER COOKIE ON A WORK PC)
Date: 01 Oct 01 - 05:15 PM

Vixen and Reynaud just sent in their $$ and form!

Arriving Friday, Leaving Sunday, Camping Out.

We can't wait to see all our friends from previous years and all the ones we haven't met yet!

V

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Dani
Date: 02 Oct 01 - 03:06 AM

uhhhhhh.....what's this about a DANCE?????

Dani

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Marymac90
Date: 05 Oct 01 - 09:17 AM

I'm planning to come (Maybe Sat. morning) and leave Sun Evening. Too bad about Bill S and Sam... Wasn't there a rumor that spaw would come? T'would be nice to have him and Barry together, so we could salute the two who made it through this year! I'm working on Mike Miller, a Philly folkie, (not a mudcatter--YET) and a Getaway-er from LOOOONG ago to make a return visit, for a day at least. I guess I'd better register--duh!!!

Marymac

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Charlie Baum
Date: 05 Oct 01 - 10:46 AM

Just a reminder that the registration deadline is upon us. (We need to let the camp know how many meals to prepare in time to stock food for the weekend). If you're planning to come, get that form in the mail today!

(Latecomers can always drop by for a while and jam, but there won't be food or a bed for you if you don't register!)

--Charlie Baum

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: momnopp
Date: 08 Oct 01 - 11:35 PM

Howdy!

I love Allan C.'s countdown -- makes me giggle every time I see whatever the number is.
To quote Ferrara in an earlier post, "We will be having a Silent Auction again this year to benefit the Getaway Scholarship Fund," and I've volunteered (been drafted?) to help with said endeavor.
If you have any brainstorms for items you would like to donate or things we should get others to donate (kindly provide contact name, phone number and best meal to interrupt) please send up a flare or use a whirling dervish or maybe send me PM and let me know, OK?
I will be collecting donated items on Friday evening and Saturday. And as soon as I finish the form I'm putting together, I'll see about making that available electronically.
I can't wait to see you all!
Peace, JudyO

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Fortunato
Date: 09 Oct 01 - 09:05 AM

JudyO, do you take teenagers?

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: momnopp
Date: 10 Oct 01 - 07:41 PM

Chance -- you have to get someone to BID on said offering...

LOL

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Allan C.
Date: 11 Oct 01 - 08:12 AM

There are fewer than 200 hours until the Getaway!

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: MMario
Date: 11 Oct 01 - 08:43 AM

yupper - about 191 hours until I take off.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 11 Oct 01 - 01:57 PM

oohhh...barely enough time to pack my van! I'd better get on iy...kitchen sinks take TIME to install!

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: annamill
Date: 17 Oct 01 - 09:26 AM

We finally registered! ...with bells on! Can't wait! Seems like a year since I've seen you all.

Love, Annamill and Honey.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Allan C.
Date: 17 Oct 01 - 11:14 AM

Only 51.71 hours to go!

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: MMario
Date: 17 Oct 01 - 12:02 PM

ohgawd! He's gone to decimal fractions.

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: Bill D
Date: 17 Oct 01 - 05:22 PM

2862.15 minutes till 5PM Friday as I post this

(I have a program which does the calculations....I 'could' do it in seconds)

Subject: RE: FSGW Getaway-2001..Signup forms & ideas
From: GutBucketeer
Date: 23 Oct 01 - 11:20 AM

look here for Memories of the event:

FSGW Getaway 2001 Memories