Portholes in Portland 2009 [Archive] - thunderbirdnest.com

Blue Heaven

Nov 8, 2008, 06:09 PM

I am pleased to announce that we will be holding another "Portholes in Portland" event in 2009! The festivities will begin the evening of Friday June 19th and build to our return to the CT Children's Center for the Father's Day car show on Sunday June 21st.

More details will follow as we get closer. I will start a list of attendees and update as we go. We hope to see as many of our T-Bird family there as possible.

:bigsmile:

Attendees:

Sue & Dino (Blue Heaven)
Wes (Bird03)
George (MATBird)
Roger & Terry (ROGERDMILLS)
Bruce & Kirsten (Bruce)
Doug & Brenda (mintbird)
Mike & Jana (PaBlkBrd)
Chuck (Chuck)
Lee & Cindy (02LeeBird)
Nicky & Barbara (Nicky-The-Squid)
John & Deb (Johnny Gumballs)
Jerry & Michelle (Geodiver)
Ed Roy (tattwo98)

PaBlkBrd

Nov 8, 2008, 06:27 PM

:pbj::pbj::pbj:Well it's about time!:pbj::pbj::pbj:

Blue Heaven

Nov 8, 2008, 08:39 PM

:pbj::pbj::pbj:Well it's about time!:pbj::pbj::pbj:

Hey Mike!
Hope you guys are well. We're looking foward to it, especially since we skipped this year. We'd love to have you and Jana again if you can make it!

Bird03

Nov 9, 2008, 06:59 AM

I'm in.

MATBird

Nov 9, 2008, 07:02 AM

I'm planning on being there.:cheers:

ROGERDMILLS

Nov 9, 2008, 07:03 AM

Theresa and I are 'in', looking forward to it!
Roger

Bruce

Nov 9, 2008, 07:25 AM

Sounds good to us!

mintbird

Nov 9, 2008, 11:04 AM

Brenda & I are in.

PaBlkBrd

Nov 9, 2008, 08:46 PM

Unless something comes up.........We'll be there Dino

Chuck

Nov 10, 2008, 05:30 AM

No way I'm missing this extravaganza

Peeps

Nov 10, 2008, 10:51 AM

Sounds great to me, I'm in! HeHe!:high5::high5:

02LeeBird

Nov 10, 2008, 11:19 AM

It's a great show and a fun weekend. You can count Cindy and I in......

Nicky-The-Squid

Nov 11, 2008, 07:23 AM

Put us down please Dino. Don't want to miss this again.

Johnny Gumballs

Nov 11, 2008, 07:29 PM

Put Debbie and Johnny Gumballs in!

Blue Heaven

Nov 11, 2008, 09:10 PM

Great to see the list growing!!! :bigsmile:

Geodiver

Nov 14, 2008, 10:48 AM

Im pretty sure we will be there Dino...not used to making plans that far in advance...June seems soooooo long away....Jerry

tattwo98

Nov 14, 2008, 01:52 PM

I'll be there!

Blue Heaven

Nov 14, 2008, 02:03 PM

Im pretty sure we will be there Dino...not used to making plans that far in advance...June seems soooooo long away....Jerry

Jerry,
Let's all hope it gets here before we know it!!

tjb

Nov 27, 2008, 10:23 AM

Bird03

Nov 28, 2008, 09:24 AM

I was happy to see the show in Portland Ct
I put a car show list together for the New England States
So when you have the complete listing or other shows let me know
the car show list is www.ncsr.4t.com (http://www.ncsr.4t.com) feel free to use and spread around
changes and updates are welcome and they will be posted as soon as time allows

TJ
Keep your wheels rolling

Hey TJ,

I've been using your list to find local car shows and cruise nights for several years. Thanks for including us on your list. I will email you a list of events we will be attending when we firm up more dates for next year.

Wes

Grey Thunder

Jan 14, 2009, 07:01 PM

Hi Dino

How have you been? Well this spring I may be joining the ranks again. I am planning on getting another T-bird by then. In the mean time I will try to do a better job of keeping in touch.

Thanks

Kevin

Blue Heaven

Jan 14, 2009, 09:26 PM

Wow!! Kevin!!
Great to hear from you! We've been doing quite well, I hope the same for you. It would be awesome to have you back in the group. Any idea on year/color choice? Still got a soft spot for he Mountain Shadow Grey?:bigsmile:

Please stay in touch, you can email me directly at d4four2@yahoo.com. Hope you can make this event in June.

Take Care,
Dino

MATBird

Jan 15, 2009, 07:42 AM

That would be great Kevin!!:cheers: Best of luck on your car search.:high5: If you need anything, you have my email address

Bird03

Jan 15, 2009, 08:10 AM

Hey Kevin,

Glad to hear from you. Please join us any time, with or without the Bird.

Last Spring I found a yellow Bird in Florida and drove it up here just in time for the Fitchburg show. I now have the red and the yellow.

Wes

Chuck

Jan 16, 2009, 05:42 AM

Kevin, I agree with Wes - no need for a bird to come play. Good luck with your search.

Grey Thunder

Jan 16, 2009, 05:59 AM

Thanks you guys

I do miss the group. I would like to get an 03 bird. I was thinking red this time. I'll keep you posted with my search.

Kevin

Chriscrete

Jan 16, 2009, 07:21 PM

Dino: We are putting it on our calender & going to give it our best effort to get there

Blue Heaven

Jan 16, 2009, 10:06 PM

Dino: We are putting it on our calender & going to give it our best effort to get there

Dennis,
Great to hear from you! It would be awesome to have you and Judy attend our event. That's quite a ride!!

Blue Heaven

Mar 4, 2009, 05:10 PM

OK,
Here is an update (finally!) We are working on a block of rooms at the Hampton Inn in Rocky Hill (some of you have stayed there before). When that info becomes available, I will post it here.

As for the weekend's activities:

For anyone coming in Friday night, we will plan to do a group dinner (location TBD by group size).

Saturday the 20th:
We will be leaving the hotel at 9:30 SHARP to head down to Essex for the CT River Steam Train and River Boat excursion (http://www.essexsteamtrain.com/steam.html). We will have reserved parking at the station. The trip consists of a train ride through the scenic countryside from Essex to Deep River Station where we disembark and take the river boat ride back to Essex. Lunch will be a "box lunch" served on the boat:

Sandwich (Choice of Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef)
Potato Chips and Cookie
Choice of Bottled Soda, Water, or Juice

Please post your lunch preference, as they need to be reserved ahead of time.

The combined ticket and lunch cost is $34.00 per person. This price reflects a group rate for 20+ people.

After returning to Essex, we will be visiting Essex Village (http://www.essexct.com/) and the CT River Museum (http://www.ctrivermuseum.org/). We will be doing a self guided tour of the museum, tickets are $6.00 per person.

Dinner that evening will be at Dakota's Restaurant in Rocky Hill (next to the hotel). Time to be posted later.

Sunday the 21st:
Leave the hotel for the car show at the CT Children's Place (http://www.ctchildrensplace.org/). This is the same venue we attended back in 2007. Exact times and info on show registration to follow. Dinner will depend on travel plans.

Here is the attendee list from post #1:
(Those marked in red have made hotel reservations)

Sue & Dino (Blue Heaven) Ham, Roast Beef
Wes (Bird03) Turkey
George (MATBird) Turkey
Roger & Terry (ROGERDMILLS) Turkey x 2
Bruce & Kirsten (Bruce) Turkey x 2
Doug & Brenda (mintbird) Turkey x 2
Mike & Jana (PaBlkBrd) Turkey, Ham
Chuck (Chuck) Ham
Lee & Cindy (02LeeBird) Turkey, Ham
Nicky & Barbara (Nicky-The-Squid) Turkey x 2
John & Deb (Johnny Gumballs) Turkey, Roast Beef
Jerry & Michelle (Geodiver) Ham, Roast Beef
Ed Roy (tattwo98)
John & Diane (JRM) Turkey x 2
Pat & Connie (94mcd) Ham x 2

Bruce

Mar 4, 2009, 05:43 PM

Sounds great Dino. Two turkey sandwiches.

My Raven

Mar 4, 2009, 06:51 PM

Hmmm .... I may need a road trip after CBT.

ROGERDMILLS

Mar 4, 2009, 07:02 PM

Two turkey sandwiches please.

Blue Heaven

Mar 4, 2009, 09:49 PM

Hmmm .... I may need a road trip after CBT.

Joe,
You would be warmly welcomed!!!

Chuck

Mar 5, 2009, 05:38 AM

Dino - Ham for this boy

mintbird

Mar 5, 2009, 05:49 AM

Two more turkeys, thank you

MATBird

Mar 5, 2009, 06:08 AM

Turkey for G

Geodiver

Mar 5, 2009, 07:00 AM

I took that Essex Train and Steamboat trip a few years back as part of a geography/history of NE class...it is very scenic and I enjoyed every minute of it (except for the paper I had to write later)...
1 ham
1 roast beef

thanks Dino

JRM

Mar 5, 2009, 07:45 AM

Dino,
Diane and I will be attending and would like 2 turkey sandwiches. Looking foward to seeing everyone, Thanks.

Bird03

Mar 5, 2009, 08:52 AM

Turkey please.

Blue Heaven

Mar 5, 2009, 03:25 PM

Dino,
Diane and I will be attending and would like 2 turkey sandwiches. Looking foward to seeing everyone, Thanks.

Great news John! We all look forward to seeing you guys again.

Johnny Gumballs

Mar 6, 2009, 04:15 AM

I want roast beef and Debala wants turkey.

Nicky-The-Squid

Mar 8, 2009, 11:14 AM

Dino, put Barbara and I both down for Turkey.

Blue Heaven

Mar 19, 2009, 07:37 PM

OK group, here is a link to the hotel's event reservations page (many thanks to Wes for setting this up!)

Please be sure to make your reservations by May 23rd.

http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/RHLCTHX-TCS-20090618/index.jhtml

PaBlkBrd

Mar 19, 2009, 08:24 PM

Dino,
We'll have a turkey and a ham please

Blue Heaven

Mar 19, 2009, 09:21 PM

Dino,
We'll have a turkey and a ham please

Excellent Mike!! Glad you guys are going to make it up!!

Chuck

Mar 20, 2009, 06:00 AM

Hmm Mike, who's the turkey and who's the ham? rofl

PaBlkBrd

Mar 20, 2009, 02:17 PM

Dino...... Sounds like a good time once again. I'll check on my other two Pa. cronies ( Bob and Tom) and see if they can make it

Chuck.... Never thought of it that way, I guess it's a toss up. Don't get her started!

Blue Heaven

Mar 20, 2009, 03:57 PM

.... I'll check on my other two Pa. cronies ( Bob and Tom) and see if they can make it

We'd love to have 'em!

94mcd

Mar 23, 2009, 09:19 AM

Dino, add Connie and I to the PA crony list. We have made our reservations and would both like ham sandwiches. Thanks, Pat

Nicky-The-Squid

Mar 23, 2009, 10:14 AM

Dino, add Connie and I to the PA crony list. We have made our reservations and would both like ham sandwiches. Thanks, Pat
Pat I new we would hook up sooner or later. Looking forward to finally meet you and Connie. Also Mike and ??
Looks like a few of the New York boys will be attending also. This should be one heck of a bash.

Johnny Gumballs

Mar 24, 2009, 02:40 AM

Deb and I have our reservations made.

MATBird

Mar 24, 2009, 05:51 AM

That's great John, I made ours as well.:high5:for 6-20-09 - This will be my first trip to Portland

Blue Heaven

Mar 24, 2009, 08:58 AM

Dino, add Connie and I to the PA crony list. We have made our reservations and would both like ham sandwiches. Thanks, Pat

Awesome Pat, glad you two will be able to make it!! :cheers:

Nicky-The-Squid

Mar 24, 2009, 12:47 PM

We're booked baby. Love the Hampton!!

PaBlkBrd

Mar 24, 2009, 06:00 PM

Pat I new we would hook up sooner or later. Looking forward to finally meet you and Connie. Also Mike and ??
Looks like a few of the New York boys will be attending also. This should be one heck of a bash.

That's Mike and Jana Nicky, looking forward to meeting you and hooking up with some great friends again! Sounds like a good time once again! :high5:

PaBlkBrd

Mar 24, 2009, 06:24 PM

OK Dino, we are locked in for Fri., Sat., and Sun. night. Start scouting out the car washes for me and Doug!

Blue Heaven

Mar 24, 2009, 08:59 PM

OK Dino, we are locked in for Fri., Sat., and Sun. night. Start scouting out the car washes for me and Doug!

Already mapped out!!

02LeeBird

Mar 25, 2009, 10:17 AM

Cindy and I are booked for Saturday night and looking forward to seeing everyone. Sue and Dino have set up a great weekend for us.....

Bruce

Mar 25, 2009, 10:29 AM

Reservation made for Saturday 6/20. I will be in Chicago on the 18th and 19th.

Geodiver

Mar 28, 2009, 06:22 PM

We're booked for Saturday evening...will meet you all at the hotel on Sat. AM...sounds like a great time Dino & Sue, can't wait to see you guys.

Blue Heaven

Mar 28, 2009, 10:45 PM

Hey Guys,
I thought I would make registration for the car show a little easier this time rather then having everyone mail in...so.... I've filled out, sent in forms and paid for all of us. The entry fee for early registration is $8.00, we can square up the day of the show.
Counting the days!!! :cheers:

Chuck

Mar 29, 2009, 07:17 AM

Dino, that's excellent - thanks much!!

Geodiver

Mar 29, 2009, 09:27 AM

Dine, with the size of this group and the way it's growing you ought to add a buck interest and create your own little stimulus package.

Nicky-The-Squid

Mar 29, 2009, 11:34 AM

Awesome Dino, thank you. Eight bucks huh? I'd rather owe you than cheat you out of it. :bigsmile:

MATBird

Mar 29, 2009, 12:40 PM

Awesome Dino, thank you. Eight bucks huh? I'd rather owe you than cheat you out of it. :bigsmile:
:laugh::laugh:Good one Nick..... Dino, I'll give it to you at Fitchburg, when I see you. Thanks!!:cheers:

Blue Heaven

Mar 29, 2009, 02:53 PM

Dine, with the size of this group and the way it's growing you ought to add a buck interest and create your own little stimulus package.

:laugh::laugh::laugh:

PaBlkBrd

Mar 29, 2009, 03:58 PM

Thanks for thinking of us Dino........again! :high5:

MATBird

Apr 20, 2009, 08:32 AM

BTW, anyone coming to the Portland show that does not have the book, Soaring Spirit, Thirty five years of the Ford Thunderbird, let me know and I'll see if I have enough to bring, with me.:cheers: First come first serve.:high5:

Blue Heaven

Apr 20, 2009, 10:14 AM

I heard from the show organizers this weekend that due to the large turnout of new Birds we will have at the show, they have created a class for 2002-2005 Thunderbirds only!! This means we will not be mixed in with the class for all newer cars as in the past.

I think that was thoughtful of them!

Bird03

Apr 20, 2009, 11:19 AM

Great job Dino!

Nicky-The-Squid

Apr 20, 2009, 01:43 PM

That's great Dino!! Is Peeps entering Peeps also?

Blue Heaven

Apr 20, 2009, 02:07 PM

That's great Dino!! Is Peeps entering Peeps also?

But of course!

Bruce

Apr 20, 2009, 02:38 PM

??????What in the world are you guys talking about??????

Bruce

Apr 20, 2009, 02:40 PM

Opps, I read the wrong thread first so now I get it.

RustyFrye

Apr 27, 2009, 10:32 PM

I just stumbled across this thread. At a quick glance of attendees I noticed you already have a Doug, but I didn't see a New Jersey resident OR a Mountain Shadow Grey OR a Saddle interior. I may have to check the calendar and do something about that.

Chuck

Apr 28, 2009, 06:02 AM

Doug, you keep threatening, but you won’t show

RustyFrye

Apr 28, 2009, 06:52 AM

Doug, you keep threatening, but you won’t show

Chuck Chuck Chuck.... Have you been spending all your time in that trailer inhaling exhaust fumes? I've been up that way more often than you've been ........ well... probably anywhere. Its just been awhile. Besides... I keep waitibng for a bribe like the first time... except a drink is probably less expensive than an ice cream sundae. :beer:

Blue Heaven

Apr 28, 2009, 03:48 PM

Doug,
We do not have a MSG or a NJ resident...so please come join us!!! I'll find you a sundae worth the excursion!!

Bruce

Apr 28, 2009, 05:54 PM

.........and if one isn't enough then I'll by the second and I'm sure others will chime in for third, fourths and fifths. C'mon Doug, you need to come north for a weekend.

RustyFrye

Apr 28, 2009, 08:12 PM

.........and if one isn't enough then I'll by the second and I'm sure others will chime in for third, fourths and fifths.

Any chance that same offer would hold for a nice full-bodied ale (or 2, 3, 4, or 5)?

Is there a link for the car show anywhere? (I'm blind at times). The only thing I could find was a Ferrari show that day in Hartford for the same organization... Thanks

Blue Heaven

Apr 28, 2009, 09:20 PM

Any chance that same offer would hold for a nice full-bodied ale (or 2, 3, 4, or 5)?

Is there a link for the car show anywhere? (I'm blind at times). The only thing I could find was a Ferrari show that day in Hartford for the same organization... Thanks

Doug,
An ale (or 2,3,4) it can be!

As far as a link for the show, there really isn't one. This show is coordinated by the CT Children's Center, a group of local sponsors and car clubs.

The Ferrari show you found is also held annually on Father's Day, that one is put on by the Ferrari Club of N.A. and the CT Children's Medical Center. It is also an outstanding event. The owners bring their cars in parade form to the hospital in the late morning. Each picks up a child and "chauffers" them to Bushnell Park where the show takes place. The looks on the kids faces as they come into the park grounds are priceless! How many of us can say that they rode through the streets of Hartford in an Enzo Ferrari?

It's too bad that these two events fall on the same day, it would be nice to hit both.

If you decide to join us, see post #43 for hotel arrangements as we have a discounted rate. Reservations need to be made by 5/23.

Chuck

Apr 29, 2009, 06:03 AM

Doug, you show and I will buy a beer - maybe 2

RustyFrye

Apr 29, 2009, 06:46 AM

Doug, you show and I will buy a beer - maybe 2

Chuck.... I have no doubt you will buy a beer - maybe 2, but it would be nice if you would offer one to me. HA! I KILL ME!

Bruce

Apr 29, 2009, 07:45 AM

Absolutely! We have some of the best Ales in the country in CT.

RustyFrye

May 7, 2009, 06:50 PM

Please post your lunch preference, as they need to be reserved ahead of time.

This was a really difficult decision. In honor of the entire New England Chapter at first I was thinking turkey would be appropriate. Then I read some more of their posts and thought "that's a lot of bull" so obviously roast beef came to mind. Finally I thought of them acting up and obviously ham took precedence.

My final decision is ham since either Dino, who is leading this whole event is having it, or Sue is and he wouldn't want her to having anything less than the best.

Blue Heaven

May 7, 2009, 08:53 PM

Updated listing to include the one....the only..... RustyFrye (cheers being heard in the distance):

(Red confirms hotel reservations)

Sue & Dino (Blue Heaven) Ham, Roast Beef
Wes (Bird03) Turkey
George (MATBird) Turkey
Roger & Terry (ROGERDMILLS) Turkey x 2
Bruce & Kirsten (Bruce) Turkey x 2
Doug & Brenda (mintbird) Turkey x 2
Mike & Jana (PaBlkBrd) Turkey, Ham
Chuck (Chuck) Ham
Lee & Cindy (02LeeBird) Turkey, Ham
Nicky & Barbara (Nicky-The-Squid) Turkey x 2
John & Deb (Johnny Gumballs) Turkey, Roast Beef
Jerry & Michelle (Geodiver) Ham, Roast Beef
Ed Roy (tattwo98)
John & Diane (JRM) Turkey x 2
Pat & Connie (94mcd) Ham x 2
Doug (RustyFrye) Ham
Carmino & Mary (carmino) Turkey, Roast Beef
John (3rd Brd) Turkey
Lou & Courtney (louhari) Turkey x 2

LENJD

May 10, 2009, 09:43 AM

Helen and I just wanted to wish all the mom's a great mothers day. We know you are having a great time and we wish we could have been there.At least it didn't rain although a little breezy but at least the sun is shining. See you soon. Dino, did you get the decals ok???

Chuck

May 11, 2009, 05:55 AM

I still don't think he's coming

RustyFrye

May 11, 2009, 06:10 AM

:beer:Doug, you show and I will buy a beer - maybe 2
I still don't think he's coming
With offers like this....you just might be surprised.

Blue Heaven

May 11, 2009, 01:28 PM

Carmino

May 11, 2009, 07:31 PM

Skip

May 11, 2009, 09:06 PM

Hi Dino:

Sorry we will miss this-too many other committments on that weekend. I retired last year after almost 35 years with Hartford Insurance, so I have some Hartford/Home Office based friends in the area I've been hoping to catch up with. This would have been a good opportunity. One of them actually lives in Portland. Maybe next time. I hope you all have a great time - I know you will.

Skip

RustyFrye

May 12, 2009, 05:50 AM

Dino, we are looking forward to meeting U2.

DINO IS AWESOME!!!!!!! The last outing they organized had Herman's Hermits.... This one has U2..... Those New England guys know how to party!

Bruce

May 12, 2009, 05:59 AM

...........and the Rascals.

But Rusty, Carmino is writing like text messaging. U2 means you also and not the band, sorry. However, we still will have lots and lots of Ale.

Carmino

May 12, 2009, 06:20 AM

Ale is good....:cheers:

Blue Heaven

May 12, 2009, 11:52 AM

Dino, we are looking forward to meeting U2. Our choice of sandwiches are (1) Turkey (1) roast beast and (2) waters. Our reservations are all set for the Hampton Inn, Friday and Saturday nights. Qs - - is there registration for the show on Sunday or do we just show up? Thnx Carmino and Mary :) :cheers:

Carmino-
There is registration for the show, it's $8. I will take care of that for you, I'm meeting with the organizers tonight.

Looking forward to it!

Blue Heaven

May 12, 2009, 11:55 AM

Blue Heaven

May 12, 2009, 11:56 AM

DINO IS AWESOME!!!!!!! The last outing they organized had Herman's Hermits.... This one has U2..... Those New England guys know how to party!

Oh yeah! Bono is a personnal friend of mine....:laugh:

RustyFrye

May 12, 2009, 12:02 PM

But Rusty, Carmino is writing like text messaging. U2 means you also and not the band, sorry. However, we still will have lots and lots of Ale.

Gee Bruce. I'm so glad you told me. .... and I agree with Carmino, just like the saying goes.... "All's well that ends with ale" .... or is that incorrect also? :bigsmile:

My Raven

May 12, 2009, 01:38 PM

If I can muster the $$$ and find a way to get the time off are Rebels welcome?

Bruce

May 12, 2009, 02:33 PM

Joe, us New Englanders are know to be pretty Rebellious from time to time.

Blue Heaven

May 12, 2009, 04:35 PM

If I can muster the $$$ and find a way to get the time off are Rebels welcome?

Joe,
YOU BET!!!! Man, we'd love to have you join us! :cheers:

3rd Brd

May 12, 2009, 06:56 PM

Dino,

Please add me to the list for the weekend and put me down for turkey.

Thanks,
John

Blue Heaven

May 12, 2009, 09:06 PM

John,
Done. Glad you'll be able to make it!

louhari

May 13, 2009, 04:36 AM

Dino,
After the great Crusing Cape Cod experience last week, we would not want to miss this one, however we will need to travel back on Sunday for work on Monday. Reservations made. Please add Lou and Courtney to the list. Two turkey box lunches please.

Lou

Bruce

May 13, 2009, 05:53 AM

I have just change our reservations from Saturday(6/20) to Friday (6/19) and Saturday (6/20). We plan to go down to CT on Friday (6/19) afternoon. If there is anyone who wants to caravan down let me know and we can pick a place to meet.

RustyFrye

May 13, 2009, 06:01 AM

This is great! Looks like there are 18 Birds attending so far. Joe... C'mon up!

Carmino

May 13, 2009, 06:05 AM

It looks like 19 to me.Need to add Lou and Courtney from MD

Blue Heaven

May 13, 2009, 10:48 AM

It looks like 19 to me.Need to add Lou and Courtney from MD

And could be 20 if Susan drives hers!

Blue Heaven

May 13, 2009, 10:51 AM

Chuck

May 14, 2009, 07:00 AM

I know that your goal is to fill your driveway - won't happen

Bruce

May 14, 2009, 07:14 AM

Chuck, park your truck and trailer on Dino's driveway then take out your Bird that has to be good for 4 spots. Hopefully it won't be raining, but if it is it still will mean 3 spots are taken. :bigsmile:

Bird03

May 14, 2009, 07:50 AM

I know that your goal is to fill your driveway - won't happen

Hey Chuck. What'ta you been smokin? Here's eleven from 2007. I think that 20 will just fit as Dino's driveway isn't twice as long as what is shown in the picture.
http://i566.photobucket.com/albums/ss102/Newenglandbird03/Various/5833d600.jpg?t=1242308254

It's great that ALL the New England newbees from the Cape Cod trip (Lou & Courtney, Carmino & Mary, and John) booked to come right back again. We must be doing something right.

VABird05

May 14, 2009, 08:14 AM

PaBlkBrd

May 14, 2009, 09:30 AM

Hey Chuck. What'ta you been smokin? Here's eleven from 2007. I think that 20 will just fit as Dino's driveway isn't twice as long as what is shown in the picture.
http://i566.photobucket.com/albums/ss102/Newenglandbird03/Various/5833d600.jpg?t=1242308254

It's great that ALL the New England newbees from the Cape Cod trip (Lou & Courtney, Carmino & Mary, and John) booked to come right back again. We must be doing something right.

That was a fun night. the looks on the neighbors faces were priceless!

Blue Heaven

May 14, 2009, 02:42 PM

I remember seeing that before, but what a GREAT pic, Wes! Dino should have it framed. That will be REALLY SOMETHING to see 20 in his driveway! And, yes, as far as I can tell from way down yonder, y'all do EVERYTHING right.

Marilyn,
It was quite a sight. I do need to get it framed and hung up in the T-Bird "museum".
The neighbors were talking about it for a week after the gathering!

VABird05

May 15, 2009, 06:59 AM

Dino, I'd like to see their faces and especially hear their comments when you get 20 in your driveway! :laugh: Very impressive, indeed!

Blue Heaven

May 15, 2009, 07:32 AM

Hey Everyone,
I'd like to get a count of those coming in on Friday who would be here in time for a 7:00 dinner. Please post you're anticipated arrival time.

Thanks!

Bruce

May 15, 2009, 07:41 AM

Dino, we will be down sometime Friday afternoon. My guess is around check-in time.

ROGERDMILLS

May 15, 2009, 09:31 AM

Dino,

We hope to be down in time for dinner as well on Fri.

Roger

PaBlkBrd

May 15, 2009, 11:24 AM

Dino,
We should get there mid to late afternoon on Friday.

mintbird

May 15, 2009, 01:52 PM

Dino, we hope to be there as well.

Nicky-The-Squid

May 15, 2009, 02:16 PM

Barbara and I will meet everyone at the hotel Saturday morning.

02LeeBird

May 15, 2009, 02:19 PM

Cindy and I will also be coming in Saturday morning and meeting everyone at the hotel......

Bird03

May 15, 2009, 04:23 PM

I'll be there plenty early on Friday in case you need help with anything before people start arriving.

Wes

Carmino

May 15, 2009, 04:42 PM

Mary and i hope to be in town in time for dinner,It Looks like 6/6:30

94mcd

May 15, 2009, 08:34 PM

Connie and I will be there for dinner on Friday.

Blue Heaven

May 15, 2009, 09:07 PM

I'll be there plenty early on Friday in case you need help with anything before people start arriving.

Wes

Thanks! I knew you'd be there.

louhari

May 16, 2009, 07:29 PM

Courtney and I plan to arrive around 5:00pm on Friday.

Lou

Chuck

May 17, 2009, 07:08 AM

Dino, I'll be making dinner Friday night for sure!!

RustyFrye

May 17, 2009, 07:27 AM

Dino, I'll be making dinner Friday night for sure!!

Aren't you guys concerned about food poisoning if he's the chef?

HA! I KILL ME!

Chuck

May 18, 2009, 05:50 AM

No worries Doug, you won't be there

Peeps

May 18, 2009, 10:25 AM

Wow, is all I can say! And thanks Chuck for volunteering to cook dinner Friday night! You are the best! We are working out a few more details and will let everyone know exactly what is what soon. Oh, and 20 cars in the driveway, no problem! Anyone want to go for 25? Can't wait till June!

RustyFrye

May 18, 2009, 11:20 AM

No worries Doug, you won't be there

I could possibly change some plans and make it in time for a late after dinner cocktail. Are you a brewmeister or a master distiller as well as a chef?

Geodiver

May 18, 2009, 02:50 PM

We'll meet you at the hotel on Saturday morning...can't wait!

MATBird

May 18, 2009, 05:36 PM

I'll be getting in on Saturday AM at hotel. Is that where we will be leaving from? Time?

3rd Brd

May 22, 2009, 11:28 AM

I'll be heading up right after work. I expect to be there around 7pm. John

Johnny Gumballs

May 23, 2009, 06:23 AM

Deb and I are looking forward to seeing everyone! Dino.......we will be up in the late afternoon on Friday.

Deb and I are headed out to Cable Beach in Nassau in a little bit today to celebrate our 14th wedding anniversary.

VABird05

May 23, 2009, 06:55 AM

Deb and I are headed out to Cable Beach in Nassau in a little bit today to celebrate our 14th wedding anniversary.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, John & Deb!!!

Blue Heaven

May 23, 2009, 04:53 PM

I'll be getting in on Saturday AM at hotel. Is that where we will be leaving from? Time?

George,
Yes, we will be leaving the hotel at 9:45 sharp.

MATBird

May 26, 2009, 05:01 AM

Thanks Dino. I probably should leave home by 7:00-7:30 AM then

Blue Heaven

May 29, 2009, 11:54 AM

----NOTE---- :A change in dinner plans for Friday and Saturday evenings:

Friday night's dinner will be at Dakota's Steakhouse at 7:00 PM. The restaurant is next door to the hotel (literally within walking distance). This will make it easy for those who may arrive close to that time and want to check in first.

Saturday we will have dinner at Rossini's Restaurant in East Hampton, then head to the Buongiorno residence for dessert, group pictures and whatever else we can think of. http://www.rossiniseasthampton.com/

RustyFrye

May 30, 2009, 02:52 PM

Well gee! That just about changes everything, but I'm still coming up anyway........ don't forget to print this thread because I'll need proof Bruce and Chuck owe me at least one adult beverage.....

Bruce

May 30, 2009, 05:15 PM

OK Mr. Frye, are you coming up Friday or Saturday?

RustyFrye

May 31, 2009, 09:29 PM

I was considering an attempt to arrive Friday evening, but that just places me in the midst of foul traffic. I'll be there bright and early on Saturday morning.

RustyFrye

Jun 2, 2009, 07:27 PM

Are we there yet?!

My Raven

Jun 3, 2009, 05:18 AM

No Go, Folks ... :sad:

I took a week off for CBT and I think I would be pressing my luck with this being our busiest time of the year if I requested more leave.

Maybe Next Year? :confused:

RustyFrye

Jun 3, 2009, 05:39 AM

No Go, Folks ... :sad:

I took a week off for CBT and I think I would be pressing my luck with this being our busiest time of the year if I requested more leave.

Maybe Next Year? :confused:

C'mon Joe..... Can't all the kickbacks and payola wait a few days while you take a weekend roadtrip? HA! I KILL ME!

Blue Heaven

Jun 3, 2009, 09:03 AM

Sorry to hear that Joe, would have been great to have you join us.

RustyFrye

Jun 9, 2009, 07:17 PM

I'm writing something, albeit nothing, because its getting closer. I'm looking forward to it. And I hate not seeing this thread active. Also may use it as a reminder that I'm getting thirsty! :cheers:

Blue Heaven

Jun 9, 2009, 09:29 PM

Hey Gang...

As part of our Saturday evening festivities, we will be celebrating the upcoming birthday of our very own JRM from Long Island!

So John...how many candles for the cake??? :birthday1:

RustyFrye

Jun 9, 2009, 09:34 PM

how many candles for the cake???

uh-oh!

JRM

Jun 10, 2009, 06:42 PM

Hey Gang...

As part of our Saturday evening festivities, we will be celebrating the upcoming birthday of our very own JRM from Long Island!

So John...how many candles for the cake??? :birthday1:

Thanks Dino, but just spending a few days with our T-Bird friends is a great way to celebrate! We will be up sometime on Friday and will join you for dinner. I will know what time as the day gets closer, I will let you know.

Blue Heaven

Jun 10, 2009, 07:45 PM

Thanks Dino, but just spending a few days with our T-Bird friends is a great way to celebrate! We will be up sometime on Friday and will join you for dinner. I will know what time as the day gets closer, I will let you know.

I have you guys down for dinner Friday. The restaurant is walking distance from the hotel where you guys will be staying. Our reservation is for 7:00 PM.

Peeps

Jun 10, 2009, 09:20 PM

For those of you coming in Friday night, we will meet in the lobby of the Hampton Inn at 6:45 to go to dinner. The Dakota Restaurant is literally next door, so we can walk! Can't wait to see everyone!

RustyFrye

Jun 14, 2009, 09:30 PM

FIVE DAYS TO GO!

Blue Heaven

Jun 15, 2009, 07:15 AM

FIVE DAYS TO GO!

Love your enthusiasm Doug!!

Johnny Gumballs

Jun 16, 2009, 03:50 AM

Deb broke her foot a few weeks ago and is still hobbling around. So.......I will be coming up alone.........:frown::sad:

MATBird

Jun 16, 2009, 05:04 AM

Ouch, :frown: give her our regards, John!!:high5:

RustyFrye

Jun 16, 2009, 06:41 AM

Direction question...

I'm heading your direction very early Saturday morning (probably 4:00 am leave my house). I like taking different roads and have done the 95 to 91 route before. I want to stay on a good highway with a decent speed limit obviously. Can any of you tell me any reason I should not go the following route in Connecticut...

684 - 84 - 691 - 91

Thanks

Bird03

Jun 16, 2009, 07:32 AM

Deb broke her foot a few weeks ago and is still hobbling around. So.......I will be coming up alone.........:frown::sad:

Oh No!

Hugs and kisses to Deb.

02LeeBird

Jun 16, 2009, 08:46 AM

Sorry to hear that John we will miss her for sure. Give her our love and tell her we are all thinking of her....

:sad:

Blue Heaven

Jun 16, 2009, 10:32 AM

Deb broke her foot a few weeks ago and is still hobbling around. So.......I will be coming up alone.........:frown::sad:

OUCH!! Sorry to hear that Johnny...tell her we'll miss her for sure.

Blue Heaven

Jun 16, 2009, 10:34 AM

Chuck

Jun 16, 2009, 01:46 PM

John, That is a complete bummer. Tell her that we will without a doubt miss her big time.

Doug, have you thought of the Merritt Parkway. As of last Friday night - 684-84-691-91 from the 684 - Saw Mill parkway exit there is no construction. I don’t know about 684 south of the Saw Mill though. Merritt parkway might be a better option though, more scenic as well as a more direct route. I don’t know about construction on the Merritt.

MATBird

Jun 16, 2009, 03:52 PM

I thought I would repost this note:
Anyone coming to the Portland show that does not have the book, "Soaring Spirit, Thirty five years of the Ford Thunderbird", let me know and I'll bring enough books with me. :cheers:
I know that, out of all of those coming, someone must want one.:cheers:And, I really need the space in the cellar :laugh:

Blue Heaven

Jun 16, 2009, 06:49 PM

Carmino

Jun 16, 2009, 07:02 PM

Love to have one George :) :cheers:
Carmino & Mary

02LeeBird

Jun 17, 2009, 06:37 AM

George, we are still working on putting a garage door access into your basement so we can hold a winter car show down there.....

:laugh::laugh::laugh:

MATBird

Jun 17, 2009, 08:58 AM

Carmino, I'll have it for you.:cheers:
Lee, Jan discourages the installation of another garage door.:laugh::laugh:Besides, I think the town would also disagree:high5:

PaBlkBrd

Jun 17, 2009, 06:18 PM

George,
I'll take you up on that offer as well!
Thanks in advance, Mike

Blue Heaven

Jun 17, 2009, 07:07 PM

Hey Everyone,
I may be stating the obvious, but please remember to pack a couple of folding chairs for the show on Sunday, it's a long time to stand!

RustyFrye

Jun 18, 2009, 11:17 AM

How exciting. I should be on the road in about 40 hours.

Bruce

Jun 18, 2009, 11:46 AM

Even more exciting is when you meet up with us in about 43 hours at the hotel. Have a save and speedy trip north Doug!

Blue Heaven

Jun 18, 2009, 12:05 PM

Just so everyone is aware, I'm posting the current projected forecast for our area:

Friday:
Hi 75
Lo 62
50% chance of showers

Sat:
Hi 74
Lo 63
Showers likely

Sun:
Hi 73
Lo 60
40% chance of showers

All activities scheduled for Saturday are rain or shine (many taking place indoors). If the car show is cancelled for Sunday, indoor plan B is in effect.

I will update this forecast tonight and tomorrow morning. Time for everyone to do the sunshine dance!!!!

Bruce

Jun 18, 2009, 01:34 PM

Yep, I have been watching it myself but I did not want to be the first to mention it. Its already very overcast, cool and windy here on the coast already. It looks like it could pour any minute.
Rain or shine, we leave here tomorrow at around 1PM with the Inca.

Geodiver

Jun 18, 2009, 01:44 PM

George...I would love one of those books...thanks and I'm glad to see that you'll be there, it's been a while.

Dino...don't worry about the weather...it is what it is.

RustyFrye

Jun 18, 2009, 01:45 PM

If the car show is cancelled for Sunday, indoor plan B is in effect.

Is that the plan where you and Peeps fill the bathtub with grape jello.......?

Blue Heaven

Jun 18, 2009, 02:14 PM

Is that the plan where you and Peeps fill the bathtub with grape jello.......?

Peeps prefers chocolate....!!

Blue Heaven

Jun 18, 2009, 11:23 PM

Johnny Gumballs

Jun 19, 2009, 03:16 AM

Rain, snow, or hail, Johnny Gumballs is coming up with The Platinum Beauty.

MATBird

Jun 19, 2009, 04:20 AM

Ok Jerry, I'll bring books for Carmino, Mike and you plus an exrtra, just in case - We will be there:cheers:

Bird03

Jun 19, 2009, 06:15 AM

I just finished up the videos from our Fitchburg and Cape Cod trips. The World Premier showing will be on Dino's widescreen Saturday night!

bwlewis

Jun 19, 2009, 06:20 AM

MATBird, after the event is over could you send me the info about the book? I don't have that one in my library. Thanks

Blue Heaven

Jun 19, 2009, 07:03 AM

No change to the forecast as of 1:30 am. Will update again in the morning (wait...it is morning! Gotta get to bed...)

Forecast for today has changed to mostly cloudy, 15% chance of showers. Saturday & Sunday remain unchanged as of 9:00 am.

Blue Heaven

Jun 19, 2009, 07:03 AM

Rain, snow, or hail, Johnny Gumballs is coming up with The Platinum Beauty.

That's the spirit!!

Bruce

Jun 19, 2009, 07:08 AM

Dino is it still raining down in your area? It pouring and very windy here.

Peeps

Jun 19, 2009, 07:15 AM

Not raining here, should be cloudy and maybe some breaks of sun. No real rain forecasted for today, maybe some drizzle. You are probably getting what we had all day yesterday.

Bruce

Jun 19, 2009, 07:28 AM

Thanks we will be leaving around 1-2PM arriving around 3:30 to 4PM.

Salprint

Jun 19, 2009, 08:10 AM

Have fun everyone.....wish we could be there.

Bruce

Jun 19, 2009, 11:17 AM

On the road again, on the road again. We will be on the road to Rocky Hill in about 15 min. Should take us a couple of hours, maybe a little longer.

MATBird

Jun 19, 2009, 04:33 PM

MATBird, after the event is over could you send me the info about the book? I don't have that one in my library. Thanks
Bruce:
I'll be sure to get you one

Carmino

Jun 21, 2009, 02:42 PM

Hey 'yal...home safe and sound. It was great seeing everyone again; we had a great time. A HUGE shout out to Sue and Dino for everything. It was great meeting you and thank you so much for your hospitality. Sue great job on the gift bags...very much appreciated. Wes - the videos are teriffic, as usual a great job, thanks for all you do for all of us. George, thanks for the book, it's sitting on our coffee table and we're looking forward to reading it "cover-to-cover". Johnny Gumballs - - great to meet and share this weekend w/u2. And to all the new friends we made this weekend, we look forward to many future adventures. It was a great weekend, and again thanks to Dino and Sue for a great one. Be safe. :):cheers:

94mcd

Jun 21, 2009, 07:30 PM

Connie and I made it home without any problems and NO RAIN!!!! Thanks for all the great hospitality from the NE chapter of TBN. A special thanks to Susan and Dino for organizing this event and inviting us to their lovely home. The DVDs produced by Wes are outstanding. What a cast of CHARACTERS!!!!! It was nice to see John and Nick, my relay buddies. Thanks again and hope to see this great group at another event. Pat

louhari

Jun 21, 2009, 08:07 PM

Courtney and I arrived home at 8:00PM after a few stops along the way. No weather or traffic issues. Susan and Dino, thanks for a terrific TBN event and for your very warm hospitality. Wes's DVDs of Fitchburg and Crusing Cape Cod are awesome and most entertaining; very professionally done. We enjoyed again meeting our friends we first met while Crusing Cape Cod and it was our pleasure to meet and make new friends this time. The New England TBN events are top notch and we look forward to the next one.

Courtney and Lou

PaBlkBrd

Jun 21, 2009, 08:41 PM

Once again, the New England Chapter made us feel very welcome and comfortable. And Sue and Dino, you guys are the ultimate hosts. We thank you again!
WE DON'T NEED NO STINKIN CAR SHOW!

Johnny Gumballs

Jun 22, 2009, 05:37 AM

Lots of fun this weekend!! Dino and Sue were wonderful hosts! Thanks so much for everything!

MATBird

Jun 22, 2009, 06:49 AM

Great friends, great time, Thanks Dino & Susan for hosting!!!:cheers: And we enjoyed our first taste of Bison
Wes, what can we say but Thanks for the time and effort you put into those DVD's
And for those who we met for the first time, Pat & Connie, Lou & Courtney, Mike & Jana & Carmino & Mary; we're glad to meet you and that you had a safe return trip!!.:high5:

Bruce

Jun 22, 2009, 06:54 AM

Thanks Dino, Sue and Wes for all the effort you put into making this gathering successful. It was nice to see old friends and to make new ones as well.

Peeps

Jun 22, 2009, 09:32 AM

Wow! I can't believe Portholes in Portland has come and gone already. What a great time we had! Glad everyone got home safely. From now on, we are just going to plan a get together and if it's sunny and a car show is in the area then we will go! HeHe! Ok, so with 15 cars in the driveway, there was room to spare! Wes will have awesome pictures soon. Thank you everyone for making this a great event! To our new friends Pat and Connie, Lou and Courtney, John, Carmino and Mary, we are looking forward to having you spend time with us again real soon!

RustyFrye

Jun 22, 2009, 02:47 PM

Since the driveway photo shoot seems to be the biggest draw it will be easy to plan future events. I'm obviously coming back since there are a couple of ales in the fridge for me.....

ps.... you guys are awesome!

Bird03

Jun 22, 2009, 04:13 PM

What a great time we all had. Thanks Dino & Sue for putting on such a great weekend (loved the gift baskets and the photo cake Sue). Dino added a new "East Wing" to his T Bird rooms downstairs and it was very impressive.

Everything went like clockwork and we had plenty of things to do even though the car show was cancelled. It was great to meet Pat & Connie and to see our friends Mike & Jana and Doug again. Hope you will all come up to see us at another event soon.

I'm very grateful for the great reception that you all gave to my new T Bird events videos. The next edition will be a combination of Thunderama and Portholes in Portland. Don't look for it real soon as they take quite a while to make, but I'll do the best I can. For our non-New England guests, I will mail them to you as soon as they are done.

Blue Heaven

Jun 22, 2009, 06:17 PM

Hey Gang,
What a great time we had this weekend! Susan and I are truly blessed to have such wonderful people we can call our friends. I know Susan already said it, but I too want to give a very special thank you to our new friends Lou & Coutney, Pat & Connie and Carmino & Mary for making the trip, we were honored you could be here. And it goes without saying, it's always great to see Mike & Jana.

To John D. and Doug... I hope you guys will make the trip across the bridge a few more times this year and join us for other events.

Wes...I don't even know what more can be said about the videos you compiled for us. I still think the "My Life Would Suck Without You" video portion hits the nail on the head. You're the best buddy!

See you all soon!