2nd Unofficial PF Gathering in Chicago

  • Thread starter Thread starter ZapperZ
  • Start date Start date
Click For Summary
The 2nd Unofficial PF Gathering in Chicago is scheduled for the week of July 4, 2007, with a preference for July 5-8. The exact date and location are still to be determined based on attendee numbers. Participants are encouraged to express their preferred dates and to book accommodations early, especially since the event coincides with the Taste of Chicago festival. The gathering aims to foster social connections among members who primarily interact online, with discussions expected to include both casual conversation and some science-related topics. A highlight of the event will be Zz's Disney pin collection and a chocolate fondue fountain. Attendees are also invited to explore local attractions, including potential tours of Argonne National Laboratory and other venues. As the date approaches, more details will be shared, and those interested in attending should confirm their participation to help with planning.
  • #31
zenmaster99 said:
Are you kidding? There are *no* APS staff present between midnight and 8am...

I'll pump up the tires on our trikes. :)

ZM

PS: If anyone wants to help me make a safety video about trike riding in the APS involving blood and latex dummies, let me know. :smile:

Only if I get a balloon and a lollipop too. :biggrin:
 
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #32
zenmaster99 said:
Are you kidding? There are *no* APS staff present between midnight and 8am...

I'll pump up the tires on our trikes. :)

ZM

PS: If anyone wants to help me make a safety video about trike riding in the APS involving blood and latex dummies, let me know. :smile:

Speaking of which, I had a friend who used to work at the APS several years ago, and he actually got a SPEEDING TICKET for riding too fast on his tricycle!

I think Moonbie should get one just for the heck of it. :biggrin:

But this is a good point. If any PF'ers are coming to the Gathering that week, we can get them a tour of Argonne (non-US citizens should let us know way in advanced). I know Moonbie is already planning on a trip there, and I took Tom in last time.

Zz.
 
  • #33
This is another quick reminder of our plan for the up-coming unofficial PF Gathering in Chicago, which is roughly 3 months away. So far the tentative date is Saturday, July 7th. It would seem that this is just the right time to do it because the Cubs won't be playing at home at all the whole week! So parking in my neighborhood will only be merely difficult, rather than impossible.

:)

If you think you can make it, please contact me so that I can have a rough head count.

Zz.
 
  • #34
Zz, count my head, roughly. I'll try and swing by for a day.
 
  • #35
ZapperZ said:
It's back, folks! The 2nd Unofficial PF Gathering in Chicago is being planned for the week of July 4, 2007. This is a very early, advanced notice to everyone so that you have ample time to plan your summer vacation and trips.

The exact date has not been set yet. The preference right now is for the 5, 6, 7, or 8 of July. If you would like to attend and have a preferred date, please let me know. The location is also to be determined, since it will depend on the number of people attending.

So come on down and meet the people that you've only "seen" via their words, punctuations, and emoticons. I might even show you my Disney pin collection! Now what bigger incentive to attend the Gathering than that?

:biggrin:

Zz.
Sounds interesting. :smile:

Is the idea to discuss the "technicalities of the sciences" or is it mostly socializing?
 
  • #36
Mostly socializing. :biggrin:
 
  • #37
MeJennifer said:
Sounds interesting. :smile:

Is the idea to discuss the "technicalities of the sciences" or is it mostly socializing?

Socializing AND Disneyizing, since we'd probably do this at my place.

[stacking up several Disney DVD's and trip videos by the TV]

Uh-oh, I can hear a few people canceling already!

Zz.
 
  • #38
MeJennifer said:
Is the idea to discuss the "technicalities of the sciences" or is it mostly socializing?
Doesn't discussing science count as socializing? :confused:

:biggrin:
 
  • #39
Oh, one more thing. To offset the scaring of people away due to the Disney content, would it help if I tell you one thing that I'm tentatively planning on serving at this gathering?

Chocolate fondue!

:biggrin:

Zz.
 
  • #40
This is another reminder that the 2nd Unofficial PF Gathering in Chicago will be held on Saturday, July 7. So far the tentative location will be my place and it will start some time in the afternoon.

So far, we have a few people that have either confirmed or indicated the possibility of coming. If you intend to join us and haven't let me know, please do so as soon as you can so that I can have a head count. You and your family/spouse/significant other/etc are most welcomed [note that my place is not childproof, so it may not be a good idea to bring children under the age of 5 - I can behave like one just fine].

Hope to see you then!

Zz.
 
  • #41
I can't wait! :biggrin: And I know we had at least one student recently posting they got an internship at Fermilab...no excuse not to join us!
 
  • #42
I was just told today, that I can not have that weekend off. GRRRRRRRRRR
 
  • #43
I was told today that I have to take that entire week off, slow downs and such. I've got work the night of the 8th and a fishing/camping trip planned for sometime during the week. Hmm, I haven't been to Chicago in ages. How long do these things last? What are they like? What happened at the last one?
 
  • #44
So, who wants to meet in San Francisco?
 
  • #45
Huckleberry said:
I was told today that I have to take that entire week off, slow downs and such. I've got work the night of the 8th and a fishing/camping trip planned for sometime during the week. Hmm, I haven't been to Chicago in ages. How long do these things last? What are they like? What happened at the last one?

Since this will be the 2nd one ever held, there are set pattern for one of these. The last one was rather small. It was Tom, his parents, me, and Chuck. We spent a few minutes at my place, had a lovely conversation, and then we all went to an Italian restaurant in the neighborhood for our reservation. It was quite a pleasant evening, which is why I'm suggesting a second one.

If the attendance number is big, we will have to do this at a restaurant. But since so far the number is small enough to be manageable, I'll do this at my place. I will go as long as everyone wants, although I may have to kick people out by midnight before I turn into a pumpkin. What are they like? I'd imagine we chat, we eat, we drink, we chat some more, and I'm sure, somewhere along the line, I'll sneak in a Disney content here and there.

Zz.
 
  • #47
Terrific!

I'll send out PMs (or e-mail if I happen to have yours) to everyone who has expressed confirmed or expressed an interest about the details (address, phone number, etc) roughly 2 weeks before the date.

It should be fun!

Zz.
 
  • #48
It is about a month till our 2nd Unofficial PF Gathering in Chicago. If you are planning on attending, please let me know soon.

I will individually contact all who had either indicated they will attend, or who are considering it, with the details. We should have our final number of attendees a week before the event.

Zz.
 
  • #49
I'll be in the neighborhood week after next (i.e. 2 weeks). :biggrin:

I believe we have a short visit at ANL.
 
Last edited:
  • #50
Astronuc said:
I'll be in the neighborhood next week. :biggrin:

I believe we have a short visit at ANL.

Yes, I remember. If you have the exact day that you will be coming over, let me know. I should be around.

Zz.
 
  • #51
This is another call for the 2nd Unofficial PF Gathering in Chicago.

If you have indicated an interest to attend this, you should have received a PM from me with the details. If you did not receive one but have indicated that you are interested to attend, then I have missed you. Please contact me as soon as you can.

The gathering will be on Saturday, July 7 at my place in the north side of Chicago. Expect plenty of food, drinks, merriment, mayhem, and a bit of Disney.

:)

Zz.
 
  • #52
ZapperZ said:
at my place
Is that an apartment or a real house with a garden ?

marlon
 
  • #53
Neither. It's a cardboard box under a bridge.

Zz.
 
  • #54
ZapperZ said:
Neither. It's a cardboard box under a bridge.

Zz.

:smile: If anyone wishes to continue the merriment into the night after Zz has turned into a pumpkin, I'm all for heading out into the city nightlife afterward with anyone who wishes to join me. :biggrin:
 
  • #55
Moonbear said:
:smile: If anyone wishes to continue the merriment into the night after Zz has turned into a pumpkin, I'm all for heading out into the city nightlife afterward with anyone who wishes to join me. :biggrin:

You don't even have to head out into the city. You'll soon discover that the neighborhood has plenty of sports bars, clubs, etc. In fact, people in downtown actually make their way up to my neighborhood to party! :)

Besides, what's more hilarious than seeing a pumpkin trying to dance? :biggrin:

Zz.
 
  • #56
Moonbear said:
:smile: If anyone wishes to continue the merriment into the night after Zz has turned into a pumpkin, I'm all for heading out into the city nightlife afterward with anyone who wishes to join me. :biggrin:
You can then turn the pumpkin to a horse-drawn coach and have a fancy ride into town. Be home before midnight, though. :smile:
 
  • #57
ZapperZ said:
Neither. It's a cardboard box under a bridge.

Zz.

Ok, i don't think so. You don't seem to be THAT adventurous. So, we'll settle for the apartment then. I knew it, i just knew it...

marlon
 
  • #58
ZapperZ said:
Besides, what's more hilarious than seeing a pumpkin trying to dance? :biggrin:

Zz.

Just don't overdo it.
http://img462.imageshack.us/img462/6070/funpumpkin01ng3.jpg
 
Last edited by a moderator:
  • #60
I wish I could go :( Post up here how it goes! Any chance of having one in Sydney ;]
 

Similar threads

Unofficial PF Gathering in Chicago?
  • · Replies 60 ·
3
Replies
60
Views
7K
Disney World PF Gathering and Tips for Disney Mania!
  • · Replies 3K ·
110
Replies
3K
Views
617K
News Bush Honest & Trustworthy Until How Many Lies?
  • · Replies 65 ·
3
Replies
65
Views
11K
Mathematica This Week's Finds in Mathematical Physics (Week 236)
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
3K
Mathematica This Week's Finds in Mathematical Physics (Week 236)
  • · Replies 9 ·
Replies
9
Views
4K
Mathematica This Week's Finds in Mathematical Physics (Week 257)
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
4K