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| Posted by: Annabelle 02-Jun-2004, 09:53 PM |
| Hey folks, if you are interested a few of us have started planning getting together to meet at the Bethlehem Celtic Festival Sept 24, 25, and 26th of this year to look over the site and see what 's available or if it even meets our needs for the 2008 activity. A Shrule Egan, Eamon, 3 Ravens (hopefully trying to get the weekend off) and I are planning on attending. Who else can come? Let me know. I will be contacting the organizer for the Festival so Let me know if it's possible for you to come! It would be nice to have your input on these things. Hope to have you there! In all things Celtic, Annabelle |
| Posted by: Roisin-Teagan 02-Jun-2004, 10:23 PM |
| I would like to attend. I like to hear more about the festival. It would be a blast to meet the people we talk to everyday in a netural setting. Cheers, Roisin |
| Posted by: Eamon 03-Jun-2004, 09:10 AM |
| Annabelle, the Civil war re-enacting group used to do that event every year, and we are still close to the organizers. I can get you a contact name and number if you wish. Eamon |
| Posted by: Raven 03-Jun-2004, 10:27 AM |
| I think I would like to try and come to this at least for one day, probably Saturday. |
| Posted by: Raven 03-Jun-2004, 12:27 PM |
I guess I am out for this because I just noticed we are playing at an ADA benefit  |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 03-Jun-2004, 03:36 PM |
| If you are planning on staying overnite in Bethlehem, both hotels, Comfort Suites and the Radisson, both of which are within walking distance of the fest, are already sold out. We decided to stay outside of Bethlehem and we will be 4 miles away from the fest. We are all staying at the Hampton Inn & Suites Bethlehem. If you would like to hang with us, call (610) 868-2442 for reservations. Tell them at the reservations desk, that you would like a room near Mike Johnson. That way, we don't have to go hiking through the hotel looking for each other. They give AAA and other airline discounts and miles, so make sure you mention what ever you have. There is a restaurant and BAR attached to the hotel. Also a heated indoor pool and workout room, if you have the will.  I will be getting there Friday around 6PM. If you are coming Friday, let me know and we'll hook up. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 03-Jun-2004, 07:33 PM |
| I will be coming in Saturday morning early and meeting everyone at the Hampton Inn that A Shrule Egan spoke of earlier. We would love for everyone to come even if it's only Saturday so let us know if you'd like a contact phone number for me or anyone else. In all things Celtic, Annabelle Eamon, please get that phone number for me. It would be great if I can speak to the organizers ahead of time. Thanks |
| Posted by: Eamon 04-Jun-2004, 12:09 AM | ||
Roger that, though I am away in Prescott, Arizona all next week. I will try and call Eric tomorrow, to make sure he gets in touch with the folks in charge. If you don't hear from me next week, though, I havn't let you down. I am just away. You guys are going to LOVE this event... Eamon |
| Posted by: peckery 04-Jun-2004, 07:36 PM | ||
Huh?  |
| Posted by: Annabelle 05-Jun-2004, 06:14 AM |
| Peckery why don't you guys play at the festival? |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 05-Jun-2004, 10:26 AM | ||
I'll second that, Ed. Especially, when you get really tired and you need to take a walk up the hill to the Bethlehem Brew Works. Nothing like a fresh brewed beer.   |
| Posted by: Annabelle 05-Jun-2004, 06:17 PM |
| Yep everyone should come if they can. This is real informal but even if it's only a few of us we should have a great time... Send me a message and I'll send you my mobile number so I can give you any info you many need. Annabelle |
| Posted by: Annabelle 05-Jun-2004, 06:20 PM |
| Beer and a Nap sounds good! |
| Posted by: Gaelic Bread 09-Jun-2004, 12:10 PM |
| By all means... everyone come on up to Bethlehem. USAKilts will be there in the main concourse as a vendor... making custom-kilts on-site. It's worth the trip just for the incredible time!!! |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 10-Jun-2004, 08:36 AM |
| Ok I've missed the entire conversation must be. When is this festival, where is everyone meeting and is their a campground somewhere close? |
| Posted by: Annabelle 11-Jun-2004, 10:14 AM |
| Liriel I have no idea about camping. I'm staying in the general area cause only going to be there 2 days. Also if we stay at the hotel we have use of the heated swimming pool! Gaelic Bread you coming too? We all need to pick a spot to meet at! A |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 11-Jun-2004, 02:38 PM | ||
I thought you were staying at the hotel because they had a bar!!!! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 11-Jun-2004, 08:59 PM |
| I thought the bar was out by the heated pool? Not a problem! I can swim over to the bar! |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 12-Jun-2004, 01:02 PM |
| I came across this list of campgrounds in the local area of Bethlehem. If anyone lives near these and can check them out and see if they will take care of our needs. Moyer's Lake & Campground 5482 Blue Church Rd Coopersburg, PA 18036 610-965-9910 Little Red Barn Camp Grounds Old Bethlehem Rd. Quakertown, PA 18951 (215) 536-3357 Tohickon Campground 8308 Covered Bridge Rd. Quakertown, PA 18951 (215) 536-7951 Evergreen Lake Fishing & Camping 2375 Bender Dr. Bath, PA 18014 (610) 837-6401 |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 13-Jun-2004, 08:58 AM |
| Thanks for the info on the fest and the camping nearby. Just talked to hubby and found that we have children that weekend. Might be able to send them to grandma's house. I know I want to come but will let everyone know in a couple of weeks. Does anyone know how much the rooms are at the hotel? |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 13-Jun-2004, 09:02 AM |
| $94 - $125 a night without any discount. Depends on the type of room you want. Here's the page, if you want to check out the hotel rooms. http://www.hamptoninn.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=BLMPAHX |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 14-Jun-2004, 09:24 AM |
| Does anyone else have a room number yet? Just wanted to be able to get a room next to everyone else. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 14-Jun-2004, 03:40 PM | ||
The woman I spoke to originally, said we will be given rooms the day we get there. What she suggested doing, is when you make your reservation, tell them that you wish to have your room close to Mike Johnson (that's me). This way, they will have an idea of how many rooms need to be assigned for our little group and will try to keep us together. They will have a running list, off of my original reservation and will keep all of us stacked with me. It sounded like that would work to me. Anything else you need to know, let me know. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 14-Jun-2004, 10:22 PM |
| Liriel glad to hear you are coming! I need another woman's opinion as to whether this would be an acceptable site for the 2008 get together. Looking forward to seeing you there. I'll need you to help keep me from hurting Eamon and Egan. A |
| Posted by: 3Ravens 14-Jun-2004, 10:38 PM |
Hey Sis, are we still sharing a room?  |
| Posted by: Annabelle 14-Jun-2004, 10:44 PM |
| if you can come we are! Coming up Sat? Let me know! I'll send you my mobile number so you can find me at the festival! Can't wait to spend time together and talk bad about our brother and sister! ssssss, have to be careful they might read this. Love you guys really! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 16-Jun-2004, 10:59 AM |
| Hubby and I are planning on coming. We don't know if we're going to get a room or camp. I definitely know we will be coming in Saturday morning. Does anyone know where we will all be meeting and what time? I do have a map of the festival so just let me know by which event or booth. See you all there. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 16-Jun-2004, 04:08 PM |
| Liriel, we still have about 3 months before the fest. We don't have to pick a place as of yet. We may have more people coming and we can figure out a place when we have a good idea who is coming. We could always meet at my favorite place in Bethlehem, The Bethlehem Brew Works, which is one block up from the fest.  |
| Posted by: Elspeth 16-Jun-2004, 06:54 PM | ||
HEY!!! AM I gonna have to come out of self-defense? |
| Posted by: Annabelle 17-Jun-2004, 10:52 PM |
| yes even if it's self-defense you have to come girl! love ya! A |
| Posted by: Annabelle 28-Jun-2004, 02:16 PM |
| We are down to 2 months and 24 days til the Bethlehem Celtic Festival and Egan and I really need to know who's considering coming? We may need extra people to do some leg work so let us know if you are planning on attending, Thanks ever so much! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Annabelle 28-Jun-2004, 05:54 PM |
| For those going to Bethlehem you will need this site for directions of how to get around! www.thebrewworks.com there is a map on their site too. print this up and bring with you. Annabelle |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 29-Jun-2004, 06:28 AM |
| I know hubby and I are definitely coming. We just don't know if we are camping or are going to stay at the hotel. Not sure if we are going to have a camper by then. If not we are going to stay at the hotel. |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 29-Jun-2004, 07:07 AM |
| Okay, I've made my reservations at the Hampton Inn. I'll see you all there on Saturday. We will probably come in in the morning and work the festival first then check in later. I will see you all then. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 29-Jun-2004, 03:45 PM |
| Since you are going straight to the fest, when the date gets closer, we can figure out a time and place to meet at the fest. We need to wait and see how many are coming and work it from there. If you have a wine glass, bring it with you. We'll be popping open a few bottles in the night time, and it ain't Boones Farm!! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 30-Jun-2004, 07:02 AM |
| Everyone coming to this event! I received a package from Jason at the convention center yesterday. There was a map in there of the area. I'll make copies and leave at the front desk for all at the Hotel. Just tell him you are with Celtic Radio group and they will give you a copy.. Hope to see more of you there! In all things Scottish! Annabelle Gordon |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 01-Jul-2004, 07:59 AM |
| I will definitely be bringing my wine glasses and I'll bring along a couple of bottles of my special wine. Best wine that I've found yet. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 01-Jul-2004, 02:42 PM |
| Everyone let me know who's coming so I can have a info packet for you to pick up at the hotel ok? Please e-mail me and let me know only those who are definietly coming!!!! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Lyra Luminara 05-Jul-2004, 05:55 PM |
| I want to come...but I don't know if it's going to work out. I could drive there and all since it's like 2-3 hours away, but I don't think my mom would be down with me going alone. Edit: I just found this ----> http://www.stormfront.org/forum/showthread.php?t=89159 while looking for info on it and what everyone said disturbs me. what the hell is up with white nationalists going, it's so random. buttholes. |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 06-Jul-2004, 02:30 PM |
| I find this very disturbing that these type of people want to turn something so wonderful into a political rally. I understand that everyone has a right to their own feelings but please don't push your beliefs on others at a public festival. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 06-Jul-2004, 04:54 PM | ||
Guess that idiot must have had the sheet over his eyes, if he was at the fest last year and the year before. He sure wasn't watching the Highland Games. There were two guys that were competing, that were black. I believe, one was born and raised in Ireland and the other, in England. Plus, mixed into the crowd, was just about every nationality you could imagine. It's open to the general public with no admission. Anyone can walk through the fest. This guy is a bozo and shows exactly where his brains are!! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 06-Jul-2004, 07:24 PM |
| I'm ready for a good festival! Come on Sept! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 06-Jul-2004, 07:26 PM |
| Isn't there an admission fee to this festival? Annabelle |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 06-Jul-2004, 07:30 PM |
| NADA but your pretty face!! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 06-Jul-2004, 07:40 PM |
| That is a face with makeup please! Thank you sir suck up! I hope there will be plenty of parking! A |
| Posted by: 3Ravens 06-Jul-2004, 07:41 PM |
| OK Sis, your pretty face, my pretty face, maybe they'll let Mike in if he's with us! |
| Posted by: Fran19 06-Jul-2004, 08:35 PM |
| Hi all, I'm new to the forum, but not new to the Celtic Classic. It's a great 3 days. Check out www.celticfest.org for all of the official information. 5 stages of music, plenty of food, beer, and vendors (check out the USAKilts booth - they make great stuff!). It's be great to meet you guys up there. Fran |
| Posted by: Annabelle 07-Jul-2004, 03:13 PM |
| Fran19, can you hang a while and let us pick your brains? Thanks, Annabelle |
| Posted by: Fran19 07-Jul-2004, 07:27 PM |
| Pick away! |
| Posted by: Camchak 07-Jul-2004, 08:19 PM | ||
ROFL......Sir Suck Up! Now would that be a English title?  |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 07-Jul-2004, 08:20 PM | ||
Fran, we are all staying at the Hampton Inn on Rt. 521 if you want to join us there. The bar is open til 11. If you need more info, let us know. |
| Posted by: Fran19 07-Jul-2004, 08:42 PM |
| Thanks! I'll check it out. One problem, though - the bar is only open until 11???? The festival goes on until 11 or 12 (I can't remember exactly - it's a little hazy). We'll have to find another place to hang out. I'm sure that there are bars in Bethlehem that will be happy to accomodate. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 08-Jul-2004, 07:42 PM |
| Hey guys and girls, you are all welcome to come to my room just bring your drinky poo's with you and everyone can sit around and talk and laugh so bring your pj's andd we will have a slumber party! Everyone can pile onto my bed and talk!!!! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 08-Jul-2004, 07:49 PM |
| Fran where is your favorite place to hang out at the festival? Annabelle |
| Posted by: Annabelle 08-Jul-2004, 07:51 PM |
| Fran are there any pavilion's in the area that we could use for meeting spots? Annabelle |
| Posted by: Fran19 08-Jul-2004, 08:01 PM |
| I'm a wandererererer (er). I go wherever the music is good at that particular time (or to whatever vendor my wife wants to check out). I also have a tendency to wander up to Donegal Square (local Irish shop) and the local cigar store (sorry, Annabelle. There's not much better to me than a good scotch with a good cigar). There are 4 pavillions with stages. 2 in the Monnacaccy Moor (one end), the main stage and pavillion (center of the grounds), and one on the other end of the grounds (the name escapes me). There is also a Civil War reenactors camp, between the Moor and the main area. And there is the field for the Celtic games between the main area and the other end (I know, I'm being very specific here). Plus there is the main attraction - the whiskey tasting tent! Vendors are grouped throughout the grounds, with food and beer vendors near each of the pavillions. Anyway, plenty of landmarks that can be chosen to meet at. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 08-Jul-2004, 08:15 PM |
| So Fran, can you suggest a place that is very obvious for all of us to meet at since most of us don't know what each other look like? Mac, we need T-shirts!!!! Any time to look into these? |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 08-Jul-2004, 08:22 PM |
| Behind the soundboard of the main performing tent or the Bethlehem Brew Works, are my suggestions. |
| Posted by: Lyra Luminara 08-Jul-2004, 08:48 PM |
| whoa no admission fee? that's really cool |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 10-Jul-2004, 08:15 AM | ||||
HRM Annabelle has called me much worse.  Such a mouth on the Royal Queen. |
| Posted by: Camchak 10-Jul-2004, 10:44 AM |
LOL.....A body things fur sure! when Ah meit tha lassie Ah will be buyin' 'er a bevvy! mebbe 'at will help gie me it ay tha dug hoose!  |
| Posted by: 3Ravens 10-Jul-2004, 12:31 PM |
Well, we all tried to teach her better manners, but that red hair..... sometimes big sister has to come down on her.... Let me know if it happens again, Mike, I'll give her a talkerto.  |
| Posted by: 3Ravens 10-Jul-2004, 12:34 PM |
Camchak, what's she got you in the dog house for? Just course ain a twa o those wee burdies at er, she'll leave you alone! (You guys gotta learn how to handle my sister, outta self-defense if nothing else!)  |
| Posted by: Annabelle 10-Jul-2004, 02:02 PM |
| Can I help it that my redhair kicks in? And all beware I have the Elizabethian attitude! Off with their heads! HRM yes? So glad to see one serf has it correct!!!!! |
| Posted by: 3Ravens 10-Jul-2004, 04:34 PM |
| Her Redheaded Majesty, of course! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 10-Jul-2004, 06:28 PM |
| Sis! Who's side are you on? But that's funny! A |
| Posted by: Camchak 10-Jul-2004, 10:57 PM |
| Red is good...... |
| Posted by: Lyra Luminara 11-Jul-2004, 08:18 PM |
| God save the queen! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 12-Jul-2004, 08:07 AM |
| Lyra, was that God save the Queen from herself? Aye, red is good but not when it comes to Annabelle! She's bad to the bone! Anyone got a cycle? Need a ride home! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 12-Jul-2004, 08:12 AM |
| Lyra I still have you as coming to the Bethlehem get together right? Everyone bring your bathing suits as this place has a heated pool!!!! It's open til 10 ! Looking forward to spending time with everyone! my sides are gonna hurt from all the crack! (CRACK IS NOT ILLEGAL DRUGS, IT IS LAUGHTER) for our younger folks here you need to know that. Doing drugs is for stupid people who don't have and don't want a life. Don't be stupid, life is sweet! Love you guys |
| Posted by: Lyra Luminara 12-Jul-2004, 12:41 PM |
| Well if it's true that you don't have to pay (I still can't believe it was someone joking? haha) I would love to come. It's just getting there...I'll probably get lost or something. haha |
| Posted by: Annabelle 12-Jul-2004, 12:44 PM |
| Let us know if you need anyone to meet you so you don't get lost!!!! A |
| Posted by: Annabelle 12-Jul-2004, 12:47 PM |
| My My I forgot, rarely does Egan make mistakes so if he says there's no fee then you can consider it correct. I'm gonna pay for that, I just know it! *Gosh Sir Egan is going to get a big head with this one, so everyone I'm open to come over and enlarge your door frames cause his heads not going to get thru it if I don't come alter the doorway... |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 12-Jul-2004, 02:10 PM |
| Lyra, Where are you coming from? I'm coming in from Tioga County PA. I have directions and if you need someone to meet you, I would be happy to help. Annabelle, WE redheads have to stick together. No telling what trouble we will be framed for. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 12-Jul-2004, 03:37 PM | ||
No fee!! As in, zilch, nada, nothing, zip, it's free!! It's considered a street fair. It's wide open along the Lehigh River area.Internet: WWW/URL: E-Mail: Web: http://www.celticfest.org General: [email protected] Tickets & Fees*: Adult: 0.00 Seniors: 0.00 Children: 0.00 Ceilidh: 0.00 Redheads from Georgia: $100.00 (Just for being silly). Payable to A.S.E. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 12-Jul-2004, 06:29 PM |
| Can I owe it to ya! |
| Posted by: Fran19 12-Jul-2004, 06:53 PM |
| Sorry I'm a little late with this reply - been off having fun with the guys. The main pavillion is easily found, but predictably crowded. Especially in the evening. I don't know where the Bethlehem Brew Works is so I can't comment on how easy it is to find. We certainly should have some kind of marker to distinguish ourselves. I'd say to look for the big guy in the kilt, but that is not nearly the distinguishing factor there that it is elsewhere. Maybe the first one there can hold up a large sign saying "I love the British" |
| Posted by: Annabelle 12-Jul-2004, 08:05 PM |
| Although those are some wonderful ideas Fran, it may be a little confusing in the crowd. Can you think of anything better? we do love the Brit's but I think everyone would just smile if we walk around yelling that! Think some more love! We probably should stick with the hotel....then walk over to the festival! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Camchak 12-Jul-2004, 08:15 PM |
| Someone had an idea of a Highlander Radio T-Shirt! That would work also! |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 13-Jul-2004, 07:11 PM | ||
Maybe your walking to the festival but I'm not walking 4 miles on a four lane highway. We're not talking about strolling through the peach groves of Ga. here, this is Pa. interstate highways.  |
| Posted by: Annabelle 21-Jul-2004, 08:19 AM |
| A car will be fine. I didn' realize it was that far! That's the advantage of checking out locations for the festival. A |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 21-Jul-2004, 04:03 PM | ||
Another Blonde moment!!!  |
| Posted by: Lyra Luminara 21-Jul-2004, 09:16 PM | ||
I'm coming from York...anywhere on your way? Haha if not that's okay, I'm not sure if I'll be (know it sounds cheesy) allowed to go. And this is probably a stupid question, but is it the Bethlehem in Northhampton or in Clearfield? |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 21-Jul-2004, 09:54 PM |
| The one next to Allentown. Sandwiched between Rts. 22 and 78, not far from the New Jersey border. |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 25-Jul-2004, 08:02 AM | ||
We are actually north of you so if we meet in the middle somewhere we could go in together. Just let me know if you are going and I'll get the directions and the half way point between the three places. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 25-Jul-2004, 09:11 AM |
| Groupie's we are only 62 days away from all of us getting together! Has anyone picked a place to meet in case the person isn't staying at the hotel? I don't think Eamon is so we need to find a location to all meet and I'll bring name tags so we can put our names on so we know who each other are.... Mac hasen't had time to investigate T-shirts yet with his "to do" list being so long but hang in there, we still have 62 days. Annabelle |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 27-Jul-2004, 01:07 PM |
| I'm looking forward to seeing everyone. Especially that pool in the hotel. It's been too long since I was in the water. Anyone want to see a whale float on her back... |
| Posted by: Annabelle 27-Jul-2004, 01:22 PM |
| yea Liriel let's see! Want to see a whale float face down!!!! that's me! I'm bringing homemade chocolate chip cookies for everyone to last 3 days! We have a chocolate chip cookie monster in our group so we have to make sure he's well supplied! Can't wait to have us all togther. There will be a liquor bar in my and 3Raven's room to come by for a drink anytime (preferrably late in the evening). During most of the time we will be seeing the festival. Also everyone bring their ugliest pj's so we can elect who has the ugliest ones! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 28-Jul-2004, 08:18 AM |
| Oh I'm definitely going to win the uglist pj's. I've got some yellow footy pj's in my closet somewhere. I'll have to dig them out. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 28-Jul-2004, 10:41 AM |
| Darn it all! I don't have my footie pj's anymore. They became so thread bare I finally had to toss them. I hope you win Liriel! We are only 57 days away from all getting together!!!!!yea! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Lyra Luminara 28-Jul-2004, 05:02 PM |
| yea we should have a freakin tent or booth or something haha that way we can just go congregate there. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 28-Jul-2004, 05:17 PM | ||||
Maybe they keep a set of waterwings behind the check-in counter for drunks.
I'd bring my Collectors Edition of Peckery, the Sock Monkey socks but I think Annabelle will try to have a conversation with them after having a few Makers Mark, while she's crawling on the floor. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 28-Jul-2004, 05:26 PM |
 won't everyone? It's amazing how Prints come alive after a few drinks.No one has a tent or is even prepared to get into that this time. I hope in the future we can. Mac's working on T-Shirts now so the banner will have to wait. Tent for next go around. Egan, 8's coming your way bubba! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Annabelle 28-Jul-2004, 06:04 PM |
| Everyone don't forget bathing suits are required for the pool!!!!! |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 29-Jul-2004, 07:08 AM |
| Ah come on Annabelle, I was hoping to go al natural in the pool. I thought that bathing suits were optional. Now I'm going to have to dig my old lady bathing suit out of the trunk. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 04-Aug-2004, 08:08 PM |
| Well Becky, the pool is hidden way in the back of the hotel and there isn't a lifeguard. Don't let me stand in your way, if you prefer to swim in natures way. Would you like to try this before or after we all have a few drinks? |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 05-Aug-2004, 12:45 PM |
| Either Or, doesn't make a difference to me. Just as long as I have company. Don't want anyone to feel left out. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 05-Aug-2004, 08:58 PM |
| Liriel you certainly won't be by yourself with all of us jolly nuts there! 48 days til then! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Macfive 05-Aug-2004, 09:12 PM | ||
So are you going to have pictures to share? Sounds like a good time. |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 06-Aug-2004, 07:11 AM |
| Oh No Mac, We might have pictures of the Festival but none of the after party. Those could be used for blackmail. Just like my grandpappa always said, no evidence, no conviction... |
| Posted by: Annabelle 07-Aug-2004, 04:30 PM |
| Liriel your grandpa was a very smart man ! only 46 more days to go! A |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 09-Aug-2004, 07:40 AM |
| I am definitely looking forward to this trip. I might have to come on my own though. Hubby found out that he has a audit at work that week and doesn't know if it's going to spill into the weekend. As for the kids I think they're going to opt to go to Grandma's house. Unless of course I tell them there's a pool. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 09-Aug-2004, 08:41 PM | ||
HMMMMM!! Becky, are you sure you want your children around drunken, disorderly, foul mouthed Celtic types? And that's just Annabelle!!! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 10-Aug-2004, 06:27 PM |
| what!!!!! Now i know who to hold under the water!!!! |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 11-Aug-2004, 11:23 AM |
| I'll help you Annabelle, Just to let you know, the kids have opted to switch weekends with the "other parents" so it will just be me and hubby. He says that he's going to stay in the pool all the time, so I'm s.o.l. for a festival buddy. Anyone want to be my festival buddy? |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 11-Aug-2004, 05:34 PM |
| Becky, just tell hubby, the Bethlehem Brewery is right next to the fest. He can make as many trips as he likes during the day. Then, he can hit the pool in the evening. |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 12-Aug-2004, 08:15 AM |
| Thanks, I'll let him know that he can spend the whole day in the brewery. That should make him happy. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 13-Aug-2004, 06:34 AM |
| What is it 41 days away where's my count down clock? A |
| Posted by: Annabelle 13-Aug-2004, 06:36 AM |
| Sorry 40 days to go! A |
| Posted by: zephyr 15-Aug-2004, 07:13 AM |
| In between all the bathing and booze keep an ear open for King Chiaullee (Music Heads) from the Isle of Mann, they're a five piece band playing a mix of Celtic music. The have played at L'orient and all the other festivals around the British Isles. This I believe is their first trip to the USA so give them a cheer please. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 15-Aug-2004, 07:50 AM |
| 38 days to go! We will certainly look for them at the Festival! It will be a glorious get together! Annabelle |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 15-Aug-2004, 07:42 PM | ||
I don't know where you got that clock from but it's not the one I sent you. Mine says, It is 39 days, 13 hours, 50 minutes and 58 seconds until September 24, 2004. As of this moment. |
| Posted by: TequilaNancy 17-Aug-2004, 08:23 AM |
| Hi everyone, I'm new to the board, but I've been reading all your posts about the Celtic Classic, and just wanted to give you some pointers. I've been going to the fest for several years now and it is a total blast! It is free but you must buy tickets ($.50 each) to purchase food or drink which can get a bit expensive. FYI, there is very little parking in Bethlehem. The city is on a hill, with the festival in the valley. All the streets around the festival are mainly residental with some small businesses, with bridges connecting the hills and over the Lehigh River. Parking is at a premium. If you look around in the neighborhoods, you will find small parking lots that charge $5-$10 for the day. Good luck finding parking on the street, where there are many 2 hour meters and not many free spaces. You can find free parking if you arrive early in the morning. (My suggestion). Remember it gets really, really crowded and might be difficult for you guys to find each other at the festival. I would carpool from the hotel, so you don't need as many parking spaces. Just remember where you've parked!! It is easy to wander around Bethlehem lost after several pints! And every hill looks the same! The Bethlehem Brew Works is on the corner of Main and (I believe) Broad Streets. Really good food and some very interesting beers. (Mid price range). Donegal Square, a great celtic store, is down a few blocks on the opposite side of Main Street. Main street is loaded with venders, music and food not to mention some really neat shops. You can follow the crowd down into the festival from there. You can't miss it, huge striped tents all over the place, with the sounds of highland pipes rising up from the trees. The music is fantastic, there's also Step and Highland Dancing Also, Highland games, and pipeband competions,(there is a fee to watch in the grandstand for these events but you might be able to get a good spot at the fence on the opposite side to watch for free). Wish I could go this year and meet you guys but my husband's band Barleyjuice is playing at Irish weekend in Wildwood, NJ. Another insanely crowded festival but lots of fun too! I know you'll have a fantastic time, hopefully Barleyjuice will be playing there next year!! Hope this helps a bit. Cheers, Nancy |
| Posted by: Annabelle 17-Aug-2004, 01:56 PM |
| Nancy, Thanks for the awesome info. yes I wish you and your hubby's band will play there next year...we'd all love to meet with you. Is there somewhere you can say would be a good general meeting place at the festival? Like a tower or clock or something that stands out? Thanks for all the info, sorry we will miss you! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Annabelle 17-Aug-2004, 02:02 PM |
| 37 days ! Egan are you on what time zone? Are you even in a Zone? Do you know where your zone is? Has your zone been de-fraged lately? A |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 18-Aug-2004, 05:13 PM |
 Since, I gave you the countdown clock, why is your clock so far off of mine??  By any chance, do you have whiteout all over your monitor? |
| Posted by: Annabelle 18-Aug-2004, 07:05 PM |
| It is 36 days, 9 hours, 19 minutes and 44 seconds until September 24, 2004, at 10:30:00 AM(UTC time) Happy now!? A |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 23-Aug-2004, 11:33 AM |
| Has everyone decided on a place to meet. I'm just wondering in case we miss everyone at the hotel. Oh I have found the most god awful pj's anyone has seen! I'm going to win this year! |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 24-Aug-2004, 06:09 PM |
| Becky, what time are you planning on showing up for Saturday?? If you come early enough, you can bring your luggage in to one of our rooms and you can check in, later in the evening. I believe that Eamon (Ed), will try to come on Friday, after he finishes with a meeting that he has to attend. He wants to hang out with us during the fest and afterwards, back at the hotel. He will not be staying at the hotel. He said, he will commute back and forth, since he doesn't live to far away. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 24-Aug-2004, 07:03 PM |
I was just checking out the schedule for the Bethlehem weekend and I see that Charlie Zahm, Wolfstone and Seamus Kennedy have been added on for all 3 days.    |
| Posted by: Annabelle 25-Aug-2004, 06:15 AM |
| It is 29 days, 22 hours, 24 minutes and 21 seconds until September 24, 2004, at 10:30:00 AM(UTC time) Becky you are welcome to leave your stuff in my room until check in time. I'm very slow in the mornings so I'm sure I'll be there when you come in. You'll even be amazed to how much I listen in the mornings since I am not a morning person. I don't wake up good til I've had 2 diet cokes. I think i need to get busy making those chocolate chip cookies!! Annabelle |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 28-Aug-2004, 05:10 PM | ||
It is 26 days, 16 hours, 26 minutes and 36 seconds until September 24, 2004 And who are the chocolate chip cookies for?? You'll be eating Welsh cookies from the Infamous Welsh Cookie Company that are sold at the fest. http://infamouswelshcookies.bizhosting.com/ |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 29-Aug-2004, 08:22 AM |
| Thanks Egan and Annabelle, I will definitely leave my stuff in somebody's room. We should be arriving sometime in the morning I just don't know what time yet. I have to check the time to travel before I'll know for sure. I'll let you know later on today. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 29-Aug-2004, 08:35 AM |
| The cookies are full of chocoolate to help wake us up! And they are all mine!!!!! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Annabelle 29-Aug-2004, 08:38 AM |
| It is 25 days, 19 hours, 52 minutes and 43 seconds until September 24, 2004, at 10:30:00 AM(UTC time) And you know what i hate, the weekend will go too fast!!!!!!! Annabelle |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 29-Aug-2004, 08:38 AM |
 AHHHH!!! Extra love handles! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 29-Aug-2004, 08:42 AM |
| More to love Brat!!!!!!! A |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 29-Aug-2004, 08:47 AM |
| Guess you'll have to do double duty in the pool and gym to work it all off. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 29-Aug-2004, 08:53 AM |
| I can do that but then I wouldn't have more to love!!!! Did you see that the 2 candidates have political cookies for dogs on the market during the campaign. HERE Egan have a Kerry cookie!!! A |
| Posted by: Annabelle 29-Aug-2004, 09:09 AM |
| I will leave a map of the layout of the town at the Front Desk for all CR members. Just tell them you are with Celtic Radio and they will have a map for you! A |
| Posted by: Macfive 29-Aug-2004, 09:12 AM |
| I always wanted to use this feature! There is a little count button on your code buttons when you post a message. Here is a countdown for the festival! IT will update automatically everytime you view this post. The countdown for " the Bethlehem Festival" has stopped! The event took place 7147 days ago! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 29-Aug-2004, 09:21 AM |
| Thanks Mac, that is great. I had been copying and posting it from another count down clock Egan had sent me. He's pretty resourceful! And he has his useful times! Even if they are far and few between! Ha ha! Just kidding Egan! |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 29-Aug-2004, 09:39 AM |
| Just found out that Blaq Lily isn't scheduled anywhere for that weekend. Mikel and Greg may be able to come and join us. They are going to look into it. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 29-Aug-2004, 09:41 AM |
| Mac is there any way you cann make the clock come forward and always be the first unread message? That way all posts will always be after the clock. I know we are never happy always wanting more! A |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 30-Aug-2004, 08:04 AM |
| Just checked my reservations, and it will take us about 3 hours and 30 minutes to get to the hotel. Will anyone be there Saturday morning? Let me know so I know what time to leave my house to get to the hotel. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 31-Aug-2004, 06:32 PM |
| Becky, Josie, Annabelle and I will be checking in on Friday. The fest opens at 9:30 (I doubt we will be there first thing in the morning), so, after we finish with breakfast, we will eventually head downtown. My guess is, we probably won't head down ther til about 10:30. Do you think you can make it to the hotel before that?And give yourself some extra time to unload and bring your stuff into one of the rooms til you can check in later. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 31-Aug-2004, 08:46 PM |
| I can promise you i won't be leaving my room til 10:00 in the morning! I'm not a morning person so you can be sure I'll be there til 10 - 10:30... A |
| Posted by: Annabelle 31-Aug-2004, 08:51 PM |
| It is 23 days, 7 hours, 41 minutes and 46 seconds until September 24, 2004, at 10:30:00 AM(UTC time) I can't believe how quickly it's approaching! We would like every one who's even thinking about it to please come. Annabelle |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 01-Sep-2004, 01:29 PM |
| Egan and Annabelle, I will be there by 10:30 am. It shouldn't take us long with me driving. I have very good directions to the hotel and to the festival site. I'll see you all there. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 01-Sep-2004, 08:25 PM |
| Becky should i tape everyone's user name to their door? Counting down the days! Yea!!!! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 01-Sep-2004, 08:27 PM |
| When we all get up in the morning it will be 21 days!!!! It's not too late for ya'll to come too! Be there! You are gonna want to meet Charlie Zahm! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 04-Sep-2004, 05:23 AM |
| Only 20 days or so to the fest!!!!! |
| Posted by: valpal 59 04-Sep-2004, 07:44 AM |
| I hope ya'll have a wonderful time. Hope to see lots of pictures when you get back. Have a few for me. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 05-Sep-2004, 08:08 AM |
| Hey Valpal! We will certainly do that for you! Wish you could be there with us! A |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 07-Sep-2004, 01:28 PM |
| Okay everyone, It's only 17 days to the Celtic Fest. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 08-Sep-2004, 05:06 PM |
| Here's a few pictures of the bagpipe competition from last years (2003) Bethlehem Celtic Classic. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 08-Sep-2004, 05:16 PM |
| Pipers lining up. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 08-Sep-2004, 09:05 PM |
| I always wanted to use this feature! There is a little count button on your code buttons when you post a message. Here is a countdown for the festival! IT will update automatically everytime you view this post. There are 15 days, 0 hours and 55 minutes left until the Bethlehem Festival Thank you wonderful and powerful Oz! |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 11-Sep-2004, 06:35 AM |
| But only if you go back and view that post everyday. How about when we all post we use the little button on the bottom and it will come up on every post. I'll go first. And I can't wait to see you all. ERROR: Countdown TAG not properly initiated, USE: Commas as separetors and a (future) date! SYNTAX: day,month,year,description(optional),DHM(optional flags) EXAMPLE: [COUNTDOWN=06,06,2006,i die of hunger,DH]. 1130 days and 2 hours left until i die of hunger. |
| Posted by: OriginalGhirl 12-Sep-2004, 12:32 PM |
| I've been going to the Celtic Classic in Bethlehem for a little over a decade now. For a free festival it's one of the best in the region. Two years ago I got to see Wolfstone there and then hung out with them in the brewpub afterwards. I've also been fortunate enough to discover new favorites there over the years such as Seamus Kennedy and a great fiddling duo from the Isle of Mull - Tabache. The Glengarry Bhoys keep me coming back year after year. This year they are only playing on Friday night since they are heading up to the NH Highland games Saturday and Sunday. There's plenty of vendors and food to choose from, and such a variety of entertainers that nearly any age can enjoy. I highly recommend this fest. Since the 'park' they use to host the fest is directly below the main drag of Bethlehem, you also have the convenience of some local eateries, lovely little shops and some good hotels. Bethlehem is very 'walkable' and is quite charming. I'll be there Friday night for the Bhoys concert! |
| Posted by: Annabelle 12-Sep-2004, 09:23 PM |
| 11 days 0hrs and 38 minutes to go! Wish you all were there! Annabelle |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 15-Sep-2004, 06:11 PM |
There are 8 days, 3 hours and 50 minutes left until the Bethlehem Festival  |
| Posted by: Macfive 15-Sep-2004, 06:50 PM |
| So how many people from this group are actually coming together for this event?? It would be great if one of you wouldn't mind email me a quick few sentences on the event. I will put it in the September Newsletter with a list of names that were there. |
| Posted by: Iago 16-Sep-2004, 12:47 AM |
| SOOOOO wish I could make it this year......... *sighs* Well, there is always next year! BTW - Please excuse my newbness, but wat is going on in 2008? -Iago |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 16-Sep-2004, 05:22 AM | ||
Iago if you check out the Celtic Reunion topic it has all the information. We are trying to get everyone together in 2008 to meet and socialize. |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 16-Sep-2004, 05:23 AM |
| Only 8 days to go. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 16-Sep-2004, 08:06 AM |
| Mac we will send you some pictures and a list of names of those attending. I have e-mail Charlie Zahm to see if we can get a photo of the members and he together for the next newsletter. I hope we will all be able to connect and share with everyone here. See what ya'll are missing! Get in your car and come! IT ISN'T TOO LATE! Annabelle |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 18-Sep-2004, 08:00 AM |
| 6 days until the Festival, 7 days before I get to see you all. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 18-Sep-2004, 12:49 PM |
I'm bringing along some munchies to have in the room when we are hanging out. Nacho's fixings, chips and peanuts and of course, a few bottles of Mondavi to sample. Don't forget your wine glass.  I'm also bringing along a couple of FR radios. If you have one, bring it along, so we can stay in communication with each other during the fest. |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 18-Sep-2004, 01:21 PM |
| I will be bringing two bottles also. Very good wine that I was introduced to last year. We will definitely be bringing our wine glasses. Anything else I can bring let me know. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 18-Sep-2004, 01:47 PM |
| Yes Becky, ASPIRIN! |
| Posted by: Dreamer1 18-Sep-2004, 02:04 PM |
| Hey you guys, Who's bringing the camera?  The rest of us would dearly love to see pictures of your smiling faces, and all the good stuff going on there!    Dreamer1 |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 18-Sep-2004, 02:11 PM |
| Everyone is bringing a camera. We have it all set up with Mac to post the pictures in a special section that Mac will set up. It will take a week or so, to get all the pictures together abd he will post them then. Don't worry, I'm sure Annabelle will be in plenty of them, she'll be up to mischief at all times. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 18-Sep-2004, 03:53 PM |
| Me? Mischief? Never! You'll be lucky to get me in one! I'm prefer to take the pictures not be in them. But Thank you anyway. |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 20-Sep-2004, 07:46 PM |
| Well guys I have some bad news. My husband and I won't be coming down. I had to cancel my reservations. I couldn't find anyone to take care of my babies (dogs) while I was away. My husband said that we would possible be able to come down for the day but that was it. I really sorry. I really wanted to come and meet everyone. Maybe there will be another festival next summer that we can get together at.   |
| Posted by: Annabelle 20-Sep-2004, 08:00 PM |
| Liriel if you can only come for the day that's good too! If you can't make it we will miss seeing you! We will have to find another time to get together.... A Have you checked all of the kennels in your area that offer their little quests TLC while there? |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 21-Sep-2004, 12:26 PM |
| Annabelle, It's not looking good for coming even for the day. I can't leave my baby girl with a kennel because she has behavioral problems. I usually leave her with my mom but she is going away this weekend. That's why we won't be able to come. It really sucks because I've been planning this for two months. But I'm definitely planning for go for the 2008 Reunion. That one I'll be able to bring the babies because I'll be bringing the camper. Have fun all. |
| Posted by: Annabelle 21-Sep-2004, 05:52 PM |
| Liriel can you not bring the camper this weekend? and bring the babies? Just trying to help you figure out a way to come. A |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 26-Sep-2004, 04:03 PM |
| WOOHOO!!!!! Back from Bethlehem!! We had an awesome time. We have a ton of pictures to post and Annabelle single-handedly, added much to the economy of the Bethlehem area (wait til she gets home and finally figures out how much she spent ).We made contact with just about every band that played there and we have some new music to add from some plus some others will contact Mac the usual way. Glengarry Bhoys (triple encore), Wolfstone and Tartan Terrors smoked the fest. Charlie Zahm and Seamus Kennedy were marvelous, as usual. Both Charlie and Seamus are doing Celtic cruises for their fans and you can check the details on their web pages. The weather was perfect all three days and the place was packed. The organizers were figuring that almost 300,000 came this year. They had more vendors there this year than I have ever seen before and it looked like people were spending money. Rocky, at U.S.A Kilts was there and wanted everyone to know that he will gladly help you out with all your kilt needs. Let him know you are from CR. We will have more on the fest when we get all the pictures organized and ready to post. Should take about a week or so, before you start seeing pictures. |
| Posted by: gaberlunzie 26-Sep-2004, 04:35 PM |
| That sounds great, Mike. I'm glad you all had a good time and I'm really looking forward to the pics! |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 26-Sep-2004, 04:46 PM |
| Those that we know attended Bethlehem were: Fran19 and his wife 3Ravens Annabelle sylvanus A Shrule Egan If anyone else was there, we didn't know about it. |
| Posted by: Dreamer1 26-Sep-2004, 07:24 PM |
| Can't wait to see the pics everyone!! I'm glad you guys had such terrific weather, and that you had such a great time! Would love to hear more about it all, please. Welcome back home! Dreamer1 |
| Posted by: Macfive 26-Sep-2004, 07:29 PM |
| Awesome news! Man, 300,000!! That is incredible. Can't wait to see some pictures! |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 26-Sep-2004, 09:01 PM |
| Here's a couple of web pages of bands we met at the fest that you will be hearing soon on CR. http://www.thebarleyboys.com/home.htm http://www.tartanterrors.com/ |
| Posted by: Liriel Baenre Do'Urden 27-Sep-2004, 11:42 AM |
| I am so glad that you all had great weather and the best time. Just wish I was able to join you. But fate gives you a reason for everything. My husband became very ill on Thursday. Flu like symptoms and bad stomach cramps. Well I will be able to come to the next one though. |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 11-Dec-2004, 08:35 PM |
| If there was ever a reason to attend the fest in Bethlehem, PA. in 2005. It was just announced that the USA National Highlander Championships will be held there. You can bet there will be more than the 320,000 who attended this year because of the importance of this event. http://www.celticfest.org/Highlandchamp.htm September 23, 24 & 25, 2005 [SIZE=14]BE THERE!!![/SIZE] |
| Posted by: A Shrule Egan 11-Dec-2004, 08:43 PM |
By the way, this is what the fest looked like a week prior to the event. The remnants of one of the hurricanes came through eastern PA. and flooded downtown Bethlehem. The red and white striped tent is the main performing tent under 8 feet of water. The town of Bethlehem and many volunteers worked day and night to clean everything up before the start of the festival on Friday night. Job well done. |