MACNA XIX - Sept 14 - 16 - Who's going?! (And what it is) - Page 4

BeanAnimal · #76 08/27/2007, 05:48 PM

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Originally posted by melev
They have a Mount Washington in Pennsylvania? That's funny - I never knew that. You'd think such a Mount would exist either in Washington D.C. or Washington state.

I lived on Mt. Washington for a few years. It used to be called "coal hill" due to the large coal mine that was on the hill (circa 1760's). Almost eveyr skyline view of the city that people are familiar with is taken from grandview avenue (the street that skirts the front edge of Mt. Washington).

Bean

BeanAnimal · #77 08/27/2007, 05:55 PM

I guess I should add: Some of the city's best dining is on Mt. Washington (with a beautiful view of the city). Some of you that are extending your stay or coming in early will certainly want to check them out. Steaks, seafood, etc.

Steven Pro · #78 08/27/2007, 06:01 PM

Here is an updated speaker list for MACNA 19:

Adam Blundell
Eric Borneman
Anthony Calfo
Dr. Bruce Carlson
Dr. Stan Dannemiller
James Fatherree
Lee Goldman
Ron Hessing
Kelly Jedlicki
Dr. Sanjay Joshi
Daniel Knop
Sarah Lardizabal
Dr. Frank Marini
Dr. Catherine McFadden
Mike Paletta
Steven Pro
Dana Riddle
Dr. Ron Shimek
Roy Torres

melev · #79 08/27/2007, 07:41 PM

So are you guys getting nervous yet? We're gonna storm your castle.

Conceyted · #80 08/27/2007, 07:45 PM

Sounds R rated, Melev. Hahaha

BeanAnimal · #81 08/27/2007, 07:46 PM

Nah. I think most of us are looking forward to the event. It should be a lot of fun. I know Steven and Adam have done a lot of work, so maybe I should not speak for them. There is a lot to do, but everything appears to be right on track.

vessxpress1 · #82 08/27/2007, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by BeanAnimal
I guess I should add: Some of the city's best dining is on Mt. Washington (with a beautiful view of the city). Some of you that are extending your stay or coming in early will certainly want to check them out. Steaks, seafood, etc.

Hey Bean, thanks for the info. The wife and I will have to check that out. I didn't know there was anything up there. Guess it's hard to visualize because all the pictures you see are always looking out at the city.

Misled · #83 08/27/2007, 10:23 PM

Here's a listing of fine dinning on Mount Washington:

City Lights Cafe (Coffee/Tea House)
1216 Grandview Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15211
(412) 431-1101
Cliffside Restaurant (Seafood)
1208 Grandview Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15211-1239
(412) 431-6996
Reservations are required or strongly encouraged.

Georgetowne Inn (American Cuisine)
1230 Grandview Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15211-1204
(412) 481-4424

Grandview Saloon (American Cuisine)
1212 Grandview Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15211-1239
(412) 431-1400

Le' Mont Restaurant (American and French Cuisine)
1114 Grandview Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15211-1314
(412) 431-3100
Coat and Tie required.

Monterey Bay Fish Groto Restaurant(Seafood)
1411 Grandview Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15211-1199
(412) 481-4414
Reservations suggested, but not required.
Upscale, casual; coat and tie not required.

Pasquarelli's Restaurant (Italian Cuisine)
1204 Grandview Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15211
(412) 431-1660

The Tin Angel Restaurant (American and Greek Cuisine)
1200 Grandview Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15211-1295
(412) 381-1919

hahnmeister · #84 08/27/2007, 10:30 PM

Where's the sushi joint? I may not make it for MACNA, but next time Im there... Ill take sushi over all the rest. Nothing like raw squid and tuna...

Misled · #85 08/27/2007, 10:44 PM

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Originally posted by hahnmeister
Where's the sushi joint?

Most likely at any of the seafood places listed. Also for the best go to Wholey's Seafood in the Strip District. Here's a link to their website:

http://www.wholey.com/WholeyMarket.html

aninjaatemyshoe · #86 08/27/2007, 11:25 PM

For those that are experienced with this event, do you know if there will be plenty of tickets available at the door? I'm really just interested in attending the trade show and going to the raffle. I definitely do not want to miss this one as it is so close to me.

melev · #87 08/28/2007, 12:27 AM

To be honest, you are cheating yourself by not attending any of the talks. The vendors area is full of very cool stuff to see and buy, but the education you get is worth so much more. If you can manage to fit it in your budget, I would try to get a day pass. (Assuming they sell single day entry passes)

Sunday afternoon is when the raffle occurs. Steven posted the speaker schedule so you can see what topic interests you most. Maybe you'll want to come for two days instead of just one.

Steven Pro · #88 08/28/2007, 09:38 AM

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Originally posted by aninjaatemyshoe
For those that are experienced with this event, do you know if there will be plenty of tickets available at the door? I'm really just interested in attending the trade show and going to the raffle. I definitely do not want to miss this one as it is so close to me.

We will be selling passes throughout the show. We secured a large location, so we can admit plenty of people.

Greg Hiller · #89 08/28/2007, 05:12 PM

A pretty good contingent of Boston Reefers' Society members will be driving out there including the Pres (me)

See you there.

Misled · #90 08/28/2007, 08:29 PM

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Originally posted by melev
So are you guys getting nervous yet? We're gonna storm your castle.

Naaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!

Come on in!!!!

cward · #91 08/28/2007, 09:45 PM

If nothing else, hanging out with fellow RC'ers is worth the trip alone.
See you all there.

Conceyted · #92 08/28/2007, 10:35 PM

we should get nametags or shirts with our rc names on them. last year i didnt meet anyone because i wasnt sure who anyone was haha

Smokey84 · #93 08/28/2007, 11:16 PM

I plan on going Sunday at least.

Can't wait to learn a few new tricks.

reefkoi · #94 08/28/2007, 11:27 PM

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Originally posted by Misled
BUMP

Can you draw an arrow on this picture showing where the radisson is? Just curious if its in the photo or close to it?

marinelife · #95 08/28/2007, 11:29 PM

I will be there

purebullet417 · #96 08/29/2007, 12:39 AM

ill be there sat and sun. making the drive from LI

BFisher244 · #97 08/29/2007, 01:00 AM

Thread hijack.

If we buy corals on Friday will there be some sort of facility or shipping service on site to sustain them? Or do the vendors generally hold all livestock until sunday afternoon in holding tanks?

melev · #98 08/29/2007, 02:33 AM

They hold your corals until Sunday.

Get a shirt made with your username on the back, and that way we can find one another.

Steven Pro · #99 08/29/2007, 06:38 AM

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Originally posted by reefkoi
Can you draw an arrow on this picture showing where the radisson is? Just curious if its in the photo or close to it?

The Radisson is about 10 miles to the east in a suburb called Monroeville. We tried to locate the show downtown, but could not find a large enough venue.

GreshamH · #**100** 08/29/2007, 11:46 AM

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Originally posted by melev
They hold your corals until Sunday.

Get a shirt made with your username on the back, and that way we can find one another.

whoa there Marc, you don't want to speak for all the livestock vendors. IN the past most have done that, but that is not to say they all will do it this time. Your best bet is to email the vendors first and ask, they are all listed on the MACNA site.