KatieB Posted February 23, 2007 Author Share Posted February 23, 2007 I still need feedback from Chicago folks on when the best time to schedule this would be. I hear there are problems with the races and other yearly events that would make getting hotel rooms during that time difficult. Would also like to hear from anyone with ideas on where we can host this as well. I have my fingers crossed that we can organize something that will be great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melindasue37 Posted February 23, 2007 Share Posted February 23, 2007 Hi Katie, I went online and looked for major events coming to the Chicago area and this is what I found..... 24th Annual Chicago Blues Festival June 7-10 27th Annual Taste of Chicago June 29-July 8 Chicago Country Music Festival June 30-July 1 Mayor's Cup Youth Soccer Tournament July 14-15 Chicago Air and Water Show August 18-19 I was thinking that all of us in the Chicagoland area could put our thoughts together and see what we could come up with. Although, I'm not even sure who all that involves or who would even want to be involved in planning this??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinC1973 Posted February 23, 2007 Share Posted February 23, 2007 Again, I am willing to host, with the thought in mind that we will most likely be just over the border in NW IN by then. Right now I am 20 minutes from the city. I can guarantee that hotel rates would be much more reasonable where we're moving And beyond that, I have no issue with planning and preparing for it. I'm open to pretty much any date more towards the end of July, or any weekend in August. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Posted February 24, 2007 Share Posted February 24, 2007 I have wanted to see Chicago forever, I have heard that it's an awesome city. And I think I may even be within driving distance in Ohio, so I don't even have to fly. Count me in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted February 24, 2007 Share Posted February 24, 2007 Just wanted to chime in here. I'm thinking about hosting too. I live in Joliet, which is about 45 minutes from either Chicago airport. We've got a big back yard, and a good sized house. I'm in the city, so there would be no band or loud music, but we can have a nice party. NASCAR is in July and that weekend is totally out of the question because there are no hotel rooms anywhere around here, plus it's hard to get around, plus I will probably be working the race that weekend. Weather wise, I think June or July are pretty dependable around here, but we need to find out when the ASCO conference is this year because LUNGEVITY people will certainly be there. I also get seriously freaked out over my annual visit to the lung surgeon, which, this year is Wednesday, May 30, so that's probably why I haven't committed yet. Could we Chicagoians possibly PM and see if we can get something together???? It doesn't have to be at my house, I would be willing to help organize if it were somewhere else. Was also thinking about Sandy S. She's in the burbs here and although not active on the site much anymore, I bet she'd show up for a party..... Tell me what you think. By the way, I went to Dallas to Katie's last year, and it was an occasion that I will never forget in my lifetime. To meet some of these great folks face to face was, as they say, priceless. So, tell me what you think. I'm not sitting on the fence on purpose, I just haven't done anything about it yet... Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted February 25, 2007 Author Share Posted February 25, 2007 If we can get a date and location narrowed down then we can start the planning!!!! I'm certain I will be in Chicago the weekend of June 9th, but that's a LUNGevity function. Maybe I can squeeze in a meeting with the "host" to help finalize things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted February 25, 2007 Share Posted February 25, 2007 I would love to get on an airplane BY MYSELF (never done) and get MYSELF to Chicago for a bash. All depends on the date. gail PS Kasey, want to fly from Phila? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrWest Posted February 25, 2007 Share Posted February 25, 2007 I'd try to go if it works out with my schedule. The big national oncology meeting, known as ASCO (American Society for Clinical Oncology), is going to be in Chicago June 2-6, and I'll be there all that time. Katie, you said you've got a LUNGevity function the following week. In a perfect world if it was possible to do it right after ASCO ends I'd stay after the ASCO meeting, where we'll be hearing new info come out on lung cancer (it generally gets saved until the annual meeting, where the breakthrough news all comes out). I could give people some of the highlights. There would also potentially be a way to tie in to the momentum of the national onc meeting, since ASCO is trying to connect more with patient advocacy efforts. I think it would be great to try to build the bridges between the doc side and the patinet side, working toward commmon goals. I could also look into whether a company or two might be able and willing to sponsor it and provide a room and some food at a downtown hotel. It wouldn't be as personal as having it at someone's home, and I don't know if it would be feasible, but I think many companies would like to try to make an effort to provide support to patients for things like this. -Jack West Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judy-OK Posted February 25, 2007 Share Posted February 25, 2007 I am definitely going to keep track of this thread. Due to my requirement of oxygen on a plane I would have to drive the distance so I am going to start saving my pennies for gasoline NOW!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted February 25, 2007 Share Posted February 25, 2007 I LOVE you, Dr. West!!!!!! Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted February 25, 2007 Share Posted February 25, 2007 OK, Give me a date! I must request my summer vacation by March 1st! Hurry. This sounds great. Connie, are you coming. Maybe I can get Sandy to go, she has grandchildren just outside Chicago. I'll drive if someone will navagate. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted February 25, 2007 Share Posted February 25, 2007 YEA Donna!!!!! Want it to happen for sure now!!!! You and Connie too!!!! Does it get any better!?!?!?!? No pressure, Dr. West, but some of us are counting on you!!!!!! XOXO, Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted February 26, 2007 Author Share Posted February 26, 2007 Dr. West, this sounds like a great opportunity. Let's talk about it and see if we can arrange something!!! Thank yoU!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Do we have a date yet? Well Donna, are we going? It looks like a good time to me! We can drive down together. See if we can bring a few others along with us. I'm game!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 For those of you wanting to visit and experience Chicago, there is nothing that would compare to a downtown hotel and what Michigan Avenue and the lakefront has to offer. Sure, it wouldn't have the personal feel of a house party, but it certainly would be a Chicago experience, rather than coming to a house in the suburbs, which is fine but not Chicago-like except for the fact that we share the same weather. I guess it just depends on what we want to do, but the downtown hotel and a corporate sponsor would be really outstanding. And, early June is usually a pretty nice time of year here. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted February 27, 2007 Author Share Posted February 27, 2007 ----->> Just keeping this topic HOT! We are going to work something out and as soon as we do I will update everyone on the final details. We've had some really difficult losses since the last LCSC bash (july 2006) it's time to reconnect, meet other members and celebrate HOPE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melindasue37 Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 Looking forward to meeting everyone regardless of where it is and more than willing to help make it all come together. Just let me know what I can do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tami Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 Chicago isn't too far from PA maybe I can actually get to this one. Hopefully more of us from the east coast will be able to attend and many of us will finally meet in person. Tami Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 I would love to meet everyone. I hope we have a date soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted February 28, 2007 Share Posted February 28, 2007 Katie, I am more than willing to help out whatever the decision is about location..... Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 I've been in contact with Erin and have let her know that I will be able to help in the background with any planning, food, etc. I can't commit to having it at my house because, well, I just can't commit to ANYTHING with Tony's treatment schedule and how he is feeling from day to day. Don't want you to think I won't help though. If I thought it would be a "liquorless" party, I'd check on booking the clubhouse at our Memorial Park -- but I don't think this group is going to party down without the drinks! We are closer to the city then some of the other sites mentioned, but still 40+ minutes out from downtown. Keep us posted as to a date Katie. Anyone please feel free to pm or email me for coordination efforts. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 If we go to Chicago, can we all go to Oprah and wear Lungevity shirts ? Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melindasue37 Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 I might have missed a post on this one... Did we decide where or the date yet? Donna, Now that is a great idea. I don't think she tapes on weekends but for those that could get in on Friday that might be something worth looking into!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted March 1, 2007 Author Share Posted March 1, 2007 I'm still trying to iron everything out, we will post as soon as we have a date and time!!!! I can't wait to meet everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 I love the Oprah idea. I bet she would love it too! Let me know if I can do anything to help! Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.