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Posted by Tod Swormstedt (Member # 2017) on :
 
If no one has any objections, Signs of the Times together with the Amerian Sign Museum would like to host the 2006 national meet in Cincinnati. It would coincide with the 100th anniversary of the magazine (since May, 1906). Many will remember that we held it at the Cincinnati Zoo, trying to make it a family-oriented event where it could be a vacation with plenty for the kids, etc. to do.
We had good feedback about the meet, so we're thinking to go back to the zoo with maybe a theme of "It's a Zoo II," or "It's All Happening at the Zoo II" (apologies to Simon and Garfunkel . . . again)or something to that effect. Timeframe would probably be July or August. What do y'all think?
 
Posted by Jillbeans (Member # 1912) on :
 
Tod,
I AM THERE!
Woo Hoo! The Zoo!
It was my first meet and I've been hopelessly addicted ever since! And it's so close too!
(I prefer mid-August due to our back-to-school being around the 25th, but July is good too!)
If you need any help, just ask.
Can't wait!
If it's anywhere near as fun as the first one, it will be fantastic!
Love....Jill [Applause]
 
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
 
See what happens when I DON'T move to Cincinnati? Sounds like a great idea...we'll be there unless something major happens. I still have my dad's t-shirt from the '94 meet at the Zoo.
 
Posted by William DeBekker (Member # 3848) on :
 
Sounds Great.. We will be there.. Have the meet bug again. Theme Song "The Zoo" by Scorpions.
 
Posted by Kimberly Zanetti (Member # 2546) on :
 
We're going to the Zoo Zoo Zoo, how 'bout you you you?
You can come too too too, we're going to the Zoo Zoo Zoo!

- Peter, Paul & Mommy c. 1969
 
Posted by Jillbeans (Member # 1912) on :
 
OH NO!
Now I have an ear worm!
I FINALLY got that damn song outta my head after 10 years....
hahahahaha
love....Jill
 
Posted by Dale Manor (Member # 4858) on :
 
Sounds like a good time....yeah, july or early august would work best for me......if there's a way to pull it off, I'll be there for sure.

My vote goes to the Scorpions version....great tune!

"Meet Me at the ZOO TOO"
 
Posted by mike meyer (Member # 542) on :
 
Hey Todd! great! i will be there to help you.let's do something together for Mazeppa in 2005 to help promote it!
I missed the Zoo last time, so I can't wait!
 
Posted by Steve Thomas Greer (Member # 4566) on :
 
I will be there! The Zoo sure sounds like a cool idea! I am sure it will inspir alot of cartooned animals from this Guy! I have been drawing alot of cuties animals since the new little package came along so......

I am there!
 
Posted by Rick Sacks (Member # 379) on :
 
Well Tod boy...I find it exciting, intriguing, and inviting. I'm also lookng forward to that draem of someday visiting the museum. Perhaps there is some projects at the museum that we could tackle?
 
Posted by stewart mclaren (Member # 2737) on :
 
Todd it sounds great,,we would probably be up for it as we will be hosting a Tickle in the Trossachs 11 12 13 May 2006.Avril and myself it will be something to look forward to after the come down from being hosts. all being well we can come to the zoo too....
 
Posted by Jillbeans (Member # 1912) on :
 
Stewart, you couldn't handle the chili on spaghetti that Cincinnatians are so fond of!
....it is a great venue at the Zoo.
I think they have a rare Haggis exhibit.
And one of the monkeys looks like you!
Sincerely, Jill
 
Posted by David Harding (Member # 108) on :
 
Tod,

I might take you up on that two decade old offer to tour ST Publications' HQ. I haven't had a good visit with you in a while either. I'll do my best to make it.
 
Posted by Rick Beisiegel (Member # 3723) on :
 
Ditto

Not a bad drive from here. I'll take a shot at being there too.

Hey Tod! Maybe Restylers Choice in Cincinatti will sponsor or contribute in some way to the event. Call Doug or Kathy @ 800-733-3316....just a thought

[Cool]
 
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
 
All I can think of is the "New Zoo Revue"... that old TV show that was always on before the good shows after school.

With that gaylord Doug playing his accoustic guitar and side-wench Emily jo or whatever banging on her chest. That goofy owl Charlie and the fat hippo woman Henrietta Hippo. Remember the stupid frog, Freddy, who always got in trouble with his lilly pad pal Freeda?

La-La-La-La-La-La-La-La, La-La-La-La-La
La-La-La-La-La-La-La-La, La-La-La-La-La
It’s the New Zoo Revue, coming straight at you...
Where three delightful animals have fun with what they do.
We learn from our friend Doug (our friend Doug!)
and his helper Emmy Jo (Emmy Jo!)
With Freddie!
Charlie!
Henri-e-e-e-e-t-t-a-a-a-a-a-a-a...
We have fun doing something... I can't remember...

Thanks, Tod, I now have that stupid song running through my head. Thank you very, very much. I really owe you one.

BTW... Cincinatti in July or August is fine with us. We might even come... [Wink]
 
Posted by David Wright (Member # 111) on :
 
ok now, go to bed Bruce.
 
Posted by Bill Dirkes (Member # 1000) on :
 
Tod,
The Zoo in 94 was my first meet, had a blast too!
06 sounds great. I'll be there, hell it's only a half hour from the shop. If I can do anything to help gimme a call.
 
Posted by PKing (Member # 337) on :
 
I'm in!
 
Posted by Jillbeans (Member # 1912) on :
 
Damn you, Brooce. Damn you.
Now I'll be singing that innane ditty ALL FREAKIN' DAY!
I hated that show.
Yins really going?
Love....Jill
 
Posted by Ray Rheaume (Member # 3794) on :
 
Let's see...

A Letterhead meet at the Zoo, with the American Sign Museum nearby, co-hosted by Sign of the Times.

... maybe we can get Bowers to sing the theme song from "Barney"! [Smile]

Has all the ingredients of a fantastic meet.
Count me in.
Rapid
 
Posted by Sara Bogue (Member # 3227) on :
 
You can count on us as one of the sponsors, Tod.
 
Posted by PKing (Member # 337) on :
 
Thanks for steping up to the plate Sara.
National meets are "Always" to ask questions and see products up close and personal
 
Posted by Greg McRoberts (Member # 3501) on :
 
Let's see...50 miles from home? I guess I'm in too!
 
Posted by Jane Diaz (Member # 595) on :
 
The zoo meet in '94 was a GREAT meet! Our boys almost enjoyed it more than we did. If you have young kids, THIS will be a meet you will NOT want to miss! Then throw in the Sign Museum and the tour of the magazine...THIS should be a winning meet! great IDEA!!! [Applause] [Big Grin]
If you need any help, don't be afraid to ask.

[ December 08, 2004, 11:32 AM: Message edited by: Jane Diaz ]
 
Posted by Kristi Percell (Member # 255) on :
 
Hey Todd,

Sounds like it will be a wonderful meet!

You can definatly count on Letterhead Sign Supply for support.
 
Posted by Alan Johnson (Member # 2513) on :
 
Hey Tod do you think you could keep the meet the same weekend as Mike's next year? I have missed them for years because the old weekend falls on a big show for me . It was good to see you in AC. AJ
 
Posted by Sonny Franks (Member # 588) on :
 
Great idea - can't wait to see the museum.
 
Posted by Adrienne Morgan (Member # 1046) on :
 
I'll have to download that song by the Scorpions, I only know 'Rock me like a hurricane' by them.

Turned down an invite by my brother to see them live last week in Sacramento....backstage V.I.P. pass and all.....my brother hangs with the Scorps...but I never liked Heavy metal....

Is Cincinnati hot in the summer?

A:)
 
Posted by Dan Streicher (Member # 4515) on :
 
Hot Dog this sounds like the meet to attend but when are we going to do one on the west coast?
Adrienne???

and does the sign museum want a Gerber 4B with the engraver attachment as well, for the where vinyl signs began??? if so let me know...would like it to go to a good home...as it is a antique now was it really 20 yrs ago???

Damn I am getting older maybe it is time to get a real job....I remember before the shop I apprencticed at we were told about this Vinyl stuff that was going to take over the industry (right we said) and we projected onto rolled vinyl and cut out the graphics and text with a exacto knife....so I guess I was a plotter before the 4B...but not by much...

so I say to myself "self it is 12:40 what are you doing on the net you have to pack for vacation go home..."
 
Posted by Bill Dirkes (Member # 1000) on :
 
Adrienne,
It's not the heat in Cincy summers; it's the humidity. No wait... it is the heat.

The good folks at the zoo set up "mist tents" in the summertime. They help cool ya down. Or you can wait for a late afternoon pop-up thunderstorm!

Good Fun at any rate
 


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