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Pre-Show Fan Gathering for Royce Hall, Los Angeles
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You've Got Mael
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PostPosted: Wed Jan 21, 2009 1:53 pm    Post subject: Pre-Show Fan Gathering for Royce Hall, Los Angeles Reply with quote

After visiting several bars in the UCLA area, I think the best one for our needs/wants would be the Westwood Brewing Company. The others were either too "proper" (and overpriced), or were more restaurant than bar. The BrewCo (as it's affectionally referred to by the regulars) is basically a sports bar/restaurant, with a couple of areas to which we can escape from the "sports" part, including a large outdoor patio. They serve burgers, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, entrees (something for everybody), which will save us from having to go elsewhere for dinner. They also have a jukebox (with no Sparks on it). I was there on a Saturday at 5pm (which is when we will be there), and it was fairly empty, save for a few people at the bar and a couple of tables having dinner. It's also very close to Royce Hall. Not walking distance (unless you want to take a 25-30 minute walk), but a 5 minute drive. Here's a link: http://losangeles.citysearch.com/profile/11566467/
Let me know what you think.
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PostPosted: Wed Jan 21, 2009 4:35 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks for your hard work Keith! Due to the fact we are not arriving in LA till Saturday afternoon and have to will call our tickets, We will probably get watered in the west lobby at Royce hall or on the Ahmanson Terrace also on site. Maybe see you there.

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PostPosted: Thu Jan 22, 2009 10:35 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

What's parking like there?
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PostPosted: Thu Jan 22, 2009 11:20 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Miss Fierce wrote:
What's parking like there?


There are two parking lots, each one half block away. Also, metered street parking if you can find one.
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PostPosted: Thu Jan 22, 2009 1:52 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Ah yes, I have to pick my ticket up as well.

Can you pick tickets up from will call before the day of the event? If I can, I may pick mine up on Wednesday when I arrive in LA, that way I can be at the above mentioned pub by 5ish
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PostPosted: Fri Jan 23, 2009 12:50 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

You've Got Mael wrote:
Miss Fierce wrote:
What's parking like there?


There are two parking lots, each one half block away. Also, metered street parking if you can find one.


That'll work.
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PostPosted: Fri Jan 23, 2009 5:59 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

ilzg2000 wrote:


Can you pick tickets up from will call before the day of the event? If I can, I may pick mine up on Wednesday when I arrive in LA, that way I can be at the above mentioned pub by 5ish


You can pick up tickets from the box office on UCLA (different place to will call) prior to the day of the gig, but unfortunately the box office is not open Saturdays apparently!
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PostPosted: Sat Jan 24, 2009 11:35 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Well done Keith,
Looking forward to having a beer & a chat here before the concert. It's getting close now. :-)
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PostPosted: Fri Jan 30, 2009 9:23 pm    Post subject: not 100%..but may have an extra row 1 ticket Reply with quote

for the most deserving Sparks fan....we'l see
I can't wait to see some of the Sparks fans I met in London from the 21nights!..it looks like some of you are coming..
will be staying at the USA hostel in Hollywood...if your accom. plans aren't finalized....this is a cheap, fun alternative! Dave.
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 08, 2009 5:31 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

So is this a definite? If so, what time? Maybe a list of people who are attending?
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 08, 2009 5:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

It's definite as far as I'm concerned. Simon and I will be there, as well as four other friends of mine. Hell, that's a party right there! We'll be there around 5:00pm, possibly a bit earlier.
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PostPosted: Mon Feb 09, 2009 8:37 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Billy Stevens wrote:
ilzg2000 wrote:


Can you pick tickets up from will call before the day of the event? If I can, I may pick mine up on Wednesday when I arrive in LA, that way I can be at the above mentioned pub by 5ish


You can pick up tickets from the box office on UCLA (different place to will call) prior to the day of the gig, but unfortunately the box office is not open Saturdays apparently!


Cheers for that :) I'll be picking mine up on Friday morning then from the Box Office at the James West Alumni Centre, as I want saturday free for my doctor who convention, and my afternoon free for food and drink :)

Incidentally "You've Got Mael" I will also try and make the Westwood Brewing Company by 5pm :) Just one question how will I get from there to Royce Hall? Getting to the pub is easy enough as I'll be coming (most likely) by taxi.
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PostPosted: Mon Feb 09, 2009 9:35 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

ilzg2000 wrote:
Incidentally "You've Got Mael" I will also try and make the Westwood Brewing Company by 5pm :) Just one question how will I get from there to Royce Hall? Getting to the pub is easy enough as I'll be coming (most likely) by taxi.


Easy...I'll give you a ride.
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 10, 2009 9:30 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

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Easy...I'll give you a ride.

Sorted :)

As for how we all find each other on the day, I guess we just look for Sparks t-shirts, ha! Although I may decide to wear my black shirt and red velvet waistcoat and tie. Guess it depends on how warm it is, lol!
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 10, 2009 9:53 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

ilzg2000 wrote:
You've Got Mael wrote:
Easy...I'll give you a ride.

Sorted :)
As for how we all find each other on the day, I guess we just look for Sparks t-shirts, ha! Although I may decide to wear my black shirt and red velvet waistcoat and tie. Guess it depends on how warm it is, lol!


BTW, I can only give you a ride to the show. Afterwards, you're on your own.
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PostPosted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 11:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I am going to try to be there depending on who is watching my son and if i can leave him there a little early :)
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PostPosted: Fri Feb 13, 2009 1:59 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I should be there by 5.30 as I have to walk my dogs before I leave.
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PostPosted: Sat Feb 14, 2009 6:35 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

You've Got Mael wrote:
ilzg2000 wrote:
You've Got Mael wrote:
Easy...I'll give you a ride.

Sorted :)
As for how we all find each other on the day, I guess we just look for Sparks t-shirts, ha! Although I may decide to wear my black shirt and red velvet waistcoat and tie. Guess it depends on how warm it is, lol!


BTW, I can only give you a ride to the show. Afterwards, you're on your own.


That's fine, already sorting the ride home by taxi :) See you all in about 3hours :)
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 15, 2009 7:14 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks to all who came to the pre-show yesterday. A fun group of people, I must say. Very nice to have met you all, and hope to do it again sometime. Ron Playing
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 15, 2009 9:04 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I had a great time meeting everyone!
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