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Title: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: Maggie on July 22, 2008, 09:20AM Well, as I live right here within 3 miles of the Theatre, I thought I had better prepare to host a Forum get-together, and extend a big Céad míle fáilte to all planning to come to THE HIGH KINGS Concert on 27th September. The previous night, Friday 26th I will be in Cocoa Beach with the IACS for our Irish Beach Weekend. It's one of the highlights of the year for our Irish Club, and I have to be there for part of it. So I will arrive back in Orlando around 2pm Saturday. I would like to meet with other Forum Members at Raglan Road Irish Pub, located in Disney Market Place, for a pre-show get-together and dinner around 4:30pm. http://www.raglanroadirishpub.com/ That's the basic outline until I get an idea of numbers. There may be only the six of us, but whether there are 6 or 36 it will be a great time. If you are going to be there, please send me confirmation in a PM from the Forum. That's the only way to be added to the list. This is the list of names so far: Maggie Ryan and Dave Rich Ropes and son Chris Joe and Sarah Hennessy (Maggie's friends) Sister Kathleen of the CW Sisterhood Sister Sara If you need accommodation, there are dozens of hotels close by. One with very reasonable rates especially if you book online, within walking distance of the Theatre is: http://qualityinn-orlando.com/index.htm Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: timi on July 22, 2008, 10:08AM How sweet is that!! Thanks Maggie ;)
If I were coming to this one, I would certainly make arrangements. I really am looking forward to the next round of tour dates now that I am here and maybe being able to make some other shows to get to meet some of you! Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: kathleen on July 24, 2008, 05:18PM Okay....just broke the news to my husband...... ;D
Raglan Road here I come! wild rover and sister kathleen Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: 07-sara on July 25, 2008, 06:05AM Leaving on a jet plane, don't know when I'll be back again. I'm coming to see you all!
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: OldFatGuy on July 25, 2008, 06:41AM I am so looking forward to this concert!
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: Maggie on July 25, 2008, 08:12AM I am so looking forward to this concert! Me too! We have the makings of a great party! I have warned Paul Nolan of Raglan Road....... just haven't warned my neighbours yet..... Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: OldFatGuy on July 25, 2008, 08:17AM (http://countdown.traveldave.us/cgi-bin/countdown.cgi?trgb=000000&srgb=00ff00&prgb=006400&cdt=2008;9;27;20;00;00&timezone=GMT-0500) 'til THK in Orlando!
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: Maggie on July 25, 2008, 01:32PM The plan up to now is everybody at Raglan Road around 4pm to 4:30pm.
It's at Disney Marketplace which you can walk around, there is no charge. There are many cool stores, and it's a good place for people-watching visitors from all over the world. You might want to get there early. If you get to Raglan Road before me, tell Paul Nolan you are in Maggie's Party. Because Dave works at the Convention Center, our vehicles have parking stickers, so we can take up to 9 passengers to the Theater location. I can fit 4 passengers in my Chevy Impala, Dave can fit 5 passengers in the Chevy camper van. Rich - we have better a/c in it now....and a killer music system. You can even watch THK DVD on the way there. No wait - it will only take us 5 minutes! You can park your own vehicles safely on the parking lot at: Wingate Clubhouse, 10722 Gateway Ave Orlando FL 32821, if you want to Google it. Maggie's B&B is now full. You are welcome to join us for dinner and festivities though. The more the merrier! :D Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: cool2it on July 25, 2008, 01:51PM Maggie, maybe you should warn THK's, too!! I know they will remember the forum people from their opening for CW, but to have to face you for an entire show--- they may want to get a bit more rest before it starts. !! LOL
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: Maggie on July 25, 2008, 02:13PM Maggie, maybe you should warn THK's, too!! I know they will remember the forum people from their opening for CW, but to have to face you for an entire show--- they may want to get a bit more rest before it starts. !! LOL They don't need a warning, they already know.... ....and trust me, they are well able to cope. We already met at the WMFE filming. We were sitting around talking, laughing and dancing for about 2 hours. They signed my CD and DVD, but I'm crushed they didn't ask for my autograph! (http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x177/MaireadRua/Friends/BrianMaggieDarren.jpg) Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: cool2it on July 25, 2008, 02:38PM This entire audience is in for a treat-- as well as the performers!!! What a great night fo EVERYONE!!! Wish I could see it. And any of those " Guests that always read the forum-- if ya live close enough to go, it'll be a HUGE mistake if you don't!! I'm sure they will know where those forum members are sitting. If nothing else, the Red Hair will give it away. LOL Have fun everyone!!
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: 07-sara on July 25, 2008, 07:40PM September can't come soon enough. Raglan Road in KC is good, but I'm betting that the one in Orlando is better and probably has a bigger menu.
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: timi on July 25, 2008, 10:01PM Oh how I wish I could be there with you all! It sounds as though this will be a BLAST in Orlando.
I will be in Houston for the show there. I will be driving 5 hours to get there, but I would not trade it for the world! Please give us reviews and share the meeting at Raglan Road!!! T Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: SusanZ on July 26, 2008, 09:27PM Sisters Kathleen and Sara!!
So glad you two will be attending the Orlando concert. Along with Maggie, The Sisterhood will be well represented!! Love, Zee Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: Maggie on July 27, 2008, 06:37AM Oh how I wish I could be there with you all! It sounds as though this will be a BLAST in Orlando. I will be in Houston for the show there. I will be driving 5 hours to get there, but I would not trade it for the world! Please give us reviews and share the meeting at Raglan Road!!! T Timi, Raglan Road Orlando is brilliant - Paul Nolan is from Dublin, with typical Dublin wit (but don't tell him I said so!) The house musicians are from Ireland, and there is an Irish dancer ex-Riverdance and LOTD. I have a British friend in Katy TX, near Houston...we exchange Irish music CDs....she wants to go to that concert too. Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: Maggie on July 27, 2008, 06:40AM Sisters Kathleen and Sara!! So glad you two will be attending the Orlando concert. Along with Maggie, The Sisterhood will be well represented!! Love,Zee We're sad there'll be one very important Sister missing, though..... :( However, we will put on a brave face, and as usual drink to absent friends!!! Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: 07-sara on July 27, 2008, 07:02AM Can we just skip August and pretend it's September already?
Can't tell I'm ready to see everyone again and hear some great music can you? ;D Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: OldFatGuy on July 27, 2008, 07:16AM Zee, keep your phone handy that weekend. You may be getting calls on the sisterhood hotline. ;D
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: kathleen on July 27, 2008, 12:03PM yep....collect! :o :D
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: Conchobar on July 27, 2008, 06:41PM Oh, I so want to go!!! You people are making it very hard to stay away. :'(
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: SusanZ on July 27, 2008, 07:05PM AWWWWWWWWWWWW!!!
Thank you, Maggie for those lovely sentiments. I so wish the timing had worked out better for me. But, do not despair, I have a feeling that the Sisterhood that will be there will rise to the occasion. LOL Besides, you know it is just a matter of time before we will all be together again for a Sisterhood reunion and a rousing good time!! Rich - my cell phone will be handy! Kathleen - you can call collect anytime as long as it is between 9:02 p.m and 5:59 a.m. on weeknights and after midnight Friday through Sunday!! LOL ;) ;D Bob - give in and go...you know you want to! Zee Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: timi on July 27, 2008, 10:24PM Oh how I wish I could be there with you all! It sounds as though this will be a BLAST in Orlando. I will be in Houston for the show there. I will be driving 5 hours to get there, but I would not trade it for the world! Please give us reviews and share the meeting at Raglan Road!!! T Timi, Raglan Road Orlando is brilliant - Paul Nolan is from Dublin, with typical Dublin wit (but don't tell him I said so!) The house musicians are from Ireland, and there is an Irish dancer ex-Riverdance and LOTD. I have a British friend in Katy TX, near Houston...we exchange Irish music CDs....she wants to go to that concert too. The family and I will make it to Orlando sometime in the next two years so I will definitely be headed to Raglan Road. I will let you know well ahead of time when we do finally get to make those arrangements. Right now I am working on a "handshake deal" my hubby made me....but I will explain that somewhere else as I don't think this is the thread to do it in...just have to find the right spot....LOL Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: kathleen on July 29, 2008, 07:03PM Timi...Orlando is great. Fun place!
I am looking forward to Raglan Road, Friends and the High Kings Zee........gonna have to study your callin plan some more. LOL ??? ;D Bob....ya know ya want to come :D Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: kathleen on August 02, 2008, 06:20PM Guess what came today................
The High Kings Orlando Tickets!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: timi on August 03, 2008, 08:48PM Glad to hear you received them....still waiting on mine for the Houston show.
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: SkyDancerDove on August 04, 2008, 06:58AM Timi ya will love Orlando and so will the youngins, there is so much to see there...if you have time ya need to drive over to Crystal River or Homasassa Springs and take the youngins on some of the river rides. Nature abound and critters every where.
I can't wait for the Dallas Concert Ya'll so pumped here. Safe Journeys & God Bless ~Marsha~ Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: Maggie on August 04, 2008, 02:43PM Timi ya will love Orlando and so will the youngins, there is so much to see there...if you have time ya need to drive over to Crystal River or Homasassa Springs and take the youngins on some of the river rides. Nature abound and critters every where. Crystal River and Homosassa Springs are about 90 miles Northwest of the theater. We have some great parks and springs closer to home too, around Orlando. In fact, within five miles of the theater, there is a treasure we don't tell the tourists about, and you would never know it was there... ..so sshhhhh, don't tell anyone! It is Bill Frederick Park, known locally as Turkey Lake Park. It has a well-stocked lake for fishing, a pool, picnic areas, pavillions, BBQ pits, sports areas.. ...there is camping and 36 RV hook-up sites, also cabins to rent for up to 10 people for $35 total per night. http://www.cityoforlando.net/fpr/net/t_ParkRec.aspx?Park=336 Even in the middle of downtown Orlando, there is Lake Eola Park, where you can do this: (http://images.pictopia.com.edgesuite.net/perl/get_image?provider_id=373&md=2007-05-14%2015:05:06&ptp_photo_id=1141460&size=320x320_mb) You can also have Christmas all year round in the little town of CHRISTMAS, about 25 miles East of Orlando. There is a permanent Christmas tree, Fort Christmas Historical Park, and a Post Office which is a great place to mail your Christmas cards, they will be marked with a special stamp. (http://img.groundspeak.com/waymarking/0060a7c2-7ff3-4a0a-bdbf-7b42ed0c463e.jpg) Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: timi on August 04, 2008, 09:37PM How cool!!! Thanks Marsha and Maggie!!!! Lots of things I need to plan for.....
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: Maggie on August 07, 2008, 05:06AM Just realized I need to put a reminder here......as most of you know, in the case of a Federally declared Disaster,
I could be gone with only a few hours notice. September is a popular month for Hurricanes. In that case Dave would be in Orlando holding a spare ticket.....mine! :'( I'm sure he would have no problem disposing of it..... Problem is he's not a very good "hostess" so you'll have to take care of yourselves! :D :D :D (I hope he doesn't see that "hostess" comment) Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: timi on August 09, 2008, 07:45PM Laughin here Maggie!!
Will keep prayers going for safe September; no Federal Disasters; and no hurricanes! My mom lives in Myrtle Beach so I can relate to the hurricanes - although not on a personal, direct involvement....just as a family member. Hope you all have a wonderful time together!!! Hugs, T Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: kathleen on August 23, 2008, 02:16PM Its getting closer! Sept is right around the corner. ;D
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: 07-sara on September 08, 2008, 12:02PM IT'S SEPTEMBER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Only 19 days left!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: kathleen on September 09, 2008, 11:37AM guys
may want to check...but I think they just cancelled the Orlando show. :'( kathleen Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: OldFatGuy on September 11, 2008, 03:59AM The British Home Group posted the following note in their blog today (http://blog.britishhomesgroup.com/2008/09/10/central-florida-events-and-things-to-do/ (http://blog.britishhomesgroup.com/2008/09/10/central-florida-events-and-things-to-do/)) -
The High Kings Enjoy Irish ballads in the intimate setting of WMFE’s Hugh F. McKean Public Broadcasting Center’s TV Studio when The High Kings travel to Orlando on Saturday, Sept. 27. Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: timi on September 12, 2008, 08:12PM Can't believe it!!! They are here and tour is well under way!!!!
Glad to have the lads back in the states!!! To all going to Orlando - enjoy!!!!!!! Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: leighlam on September 12, 2008, 08:14PM I just got an e-mail from WMFE about that. I am puzzled to say the least. I'm looking forward to seeing them, and the new venue sounds like it could make for a very enjoyable evening, but what about exchanging tickets or whatever it is that I need to do? Seating? Directions? Anyone? Thanks
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: OldFatGuy on September 13, 2008, 05:53AM I just got an e-mail from WMFE about that. I am puzzled to say the least. Call WMFE at 407-273-2300, extension 175. You'll probably have to get a refund from Ticketmaster, if that's how you bought your tickets. Then pay WMFE separately for the show.Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: leighlam on September 13, 2008, 10:41AM Thanks Rich. I called and left a message asking for more info, but I have a feeling that I'm going to call them again after work Monday. ::)
How would I get the ticketmaster refund? Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: OldFatGuy on September 13, 2008, 01:40PM How would I get the ticketmaster refund? Use this link: http://www.ticketmaster.com/h/cancelled.html (http://www.ticketmaster.com/h/cancelled.html)Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: leighlam on September 14, 2008, 12:18PM Thanks Rich. I appreciate the help. :)
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: leighlam on September 22, 2008, 05:48PM THIS COMING SATURDAY!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Never been to WMFE studios, but it sounds like this is going to be a very nice experience. Am I the only one of the original group that's actually going? Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: kathleen on September 24, 2008, 05:22PM Leigham,
I can't make it. My tickets were with ticketmaster...So I am out. Do have fun for me. Do let me know all about it. I will be with you there in spirit. wild rover kathleen Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: OldFatGuy on September 24, 2008, 07:30PM Sadly, we won't be able to make it either.
Title: Re: ORLANDO THK's CONCERT Post by: leighlam on September 26, 2008, 05:24PM oh no! I was so looking forward to meeting everyone. I'll let you know how it goes. Take care all.
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