Polkfest 2014 Official Info Thread

Jstas
Jstas Posts: 14,838
edited August 2014 in Gatherings & Special Events
Save the date!



Polkfest 2014 will be the weekend of October 10th-12th, 2014.




It's in NJ, about 15 minutes east of Philadelphia. More specific location info as well as hotels, rental cars, cab services and even bus schedules will be posted. There is a ton of extra stuff to do around here as well as in Philadelphia and I will get some of that info for spouses or those looking to make a longer vacation out of it all. I will see what I can do about getting a block of rooms at one of the closer hotels set up, hopefully with a discount as well. All the info will be posted here as it comes along. So check here often and please keep the BS outta here.

If you still want to talk smack or just be your usual putz self in general, go here: http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?153864-Polkfest-2014...
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,838
    edited January 2014
    Hotel Info:

    These are the closest ones available. There are a few smaller ones left out because...well...seedy. Any one of them will do and if there are others near by that you want to stay at for rewards points or whatever, just ask and I can give you an idea of how far away they are and such.

    (This is probably the closest hotel)
    Runnemede Inn and Suites
    109 9'th Avenue Runnemede
    New Jersey 08078
    Hotel Front Desk: 856-939-4200
    http://www.runnemedeinn.com/


    Fairfield Inn Deptford
    1160 Hurffville Rd. Deptford New Jersey 08096 USA
    1-856-686-9050
    http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phldf-fairfield-inn-deptford/


    Howard Johnson Express Inn - Blackwood
    832 N Black Horse Pike, Blackwood, NJ 08012 US
    Phone: 1-856-228-4040
    http://www.hojo.com/hotels/new-jersey/blackwood/howard-johnson-express-inn-blackwood/hotel-overview?cid=IP_Local&reg=Local-_-all-_-HJ-_-all&wid=local:&iataNumber=00065402&client_account2=1000008335


    Super 8 Bellmawr NJ/Philadelphia PA Area
    341 South Black Horse Pike, Bellmawr, NJ 08031 US
    Phone: 1-856-933-7800
    http://www.super8.com/hotels/new-jersey/bellmawr/super-8-bellmawr-nj-philadelphia-pa-area/hotel-overview?cid=IP_Local&reg=Local-_-all-_-S8-_-all


    Motel 6 Bellmawr, NJ
    217 South Black Horse Pike
    Bellmawr, NJ 08031
    (856) 931-1010 - See more at: http://motel6bellmawr.com/#sthash.hvFfBDcB.dpuf


    Holiday Inn Philadelphia - Cherry Hill
    2175 West Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
    Tel: 856-663-5300
    http://www.holidaycherryhill.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=places&utm_campaign=google_places_ms


    Hampton Inn Cherry Hill/Voorhees
    121 Laurel Oak Road, Voorhees, New Jersey, 08043, USA
    TEL: 1-856-346-4500
    http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/new-jersey/hampton-inn-cherry-hill-voorhees-VORNJHX/index.html



    This is a nice little hotel in Haddonfield, a very old town in NJ. If you want to stay here, book early 'cause they fill up pretty quickly.

    Haddonfield Inn
    44 West End Ave. Haddonfield, New Jersey 08033
    Phone: (856) 428-2195 or 1-800-269-0014


    Stay away from the Bellmawr Motor Inn...you've been warned.


    Questions?


    There will be more info later on historic areas. If you want to stay in Philly, Philly has a rather extensive website devoted to tourism. Lotsa stuff there with lots of good deals too

    http://www.visitphilly.com/


    When we get a better idea of how many are going, we can try to get a block of rooms at a discount price.
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited January 2014
    I think I'm going to be able to take care of all the booze John. I'm still fat from the job.
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,200
    edited January 2014
    Very cool, I'd like to come. I'm 30 minutes north of Center City Phila in Lower Bucks County. I'll give George a hand with the Booze, I'll bring some craft Beers.
    Dan
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  • NJPOLKER
    NJPOLKER Posts: 3,474
    edited February 2014
    Oh my god

    If I am still alive I will attend
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  • AdamRagland
    AdamRagland Posts: 521
    edited May 2014
    I live in center city (well old city actually but meh) so i would definitely love to attend. Jstas, also let me know if i can help with anything. I am just across the Ben Franklin Bridge from you and can help with any Philly hotel/shopping/eating.

    I do also work closely with a LOT of hotels in philly so i might even be able to check into getting us a space. PM me and maybe we can chat
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,838
    edited July 2014
    If you are planning on coming and bringing some of your junk....I mean stereo equipment with you for sale, raffle or show and tell or whatever, let me know what you are bringing. I will need to know so I can ensure enough space is available.

    If you are coming from far, far away...stay there! No, seriously, if you are coming from far, far away and want to mail something, PM me or hit the email link in my profile page and I'll send you my address. Let me know what you are sending and get me a tracking number and I'll make sure someone grabs it as soon as possible after delivery.


    If you want to provide food or something, let me know that too. Keep in mind that most Polkfests have tried to offer a sampling of local favorites. That said, there will be grills (like 4 of them and a fire pit with a cooking grate)with charcoal fires in them and I will make sure that I have at least one grill for vegematarians.
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited July 2014
    Hard booze. I want to let you know I want to provide that.
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  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    edited July 2014
    damn! my old stomping grounds! i lived in marlton late 90s early 00s..have a great time!
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  • schwarcw
    schwarcw Posts: 7,338
    edited August 2014
    Greetings John!

    I will be there!!

    Regards,
    Carl

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  • devani
    devani Posts: 1,497
    edited August 2014
    John, count me in too...can't wait to see old faces again..
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,644
    edited August 2014
    Once again, I will be there. MillerLiteScott will be too.
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  • pearsall001
    pearsall001 Posts: 5,091
    edited August 2014
    F1nut wrote: »
    Once again, I will be there. MillerLiteScott will be too.

    Ah...now that I know Jesse & Miller's coming I'll to get my butt over there too!!! I can bring some of that delicious South Jersey Roasted Pork w/ roasted peppers & our to die for rolls. Just like at Lou's fest a few years back. Give me the nod & I'll bring my D-Sonic powerhouse monos's for you guys to get your ears on. Nothing like some Man Amps to liven things up!!!
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,644
    edited August 2014
    I can bring some of that delicious South Jersey Roasted Pork w/ roasted peppers & our to die for rolls.

    That alone is worth whatever it takes to get your butt to this Polkfest.




































    Actually, now that I think about ya'll stay home and ponder the fun, friendship and music that is Polkfest and I'll eat all your shares of the pork.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited August 2014
    I'm sorry I keep posting in that other thread. Still coming, still bringing booze.
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,838
    edited August 2014
    Current list:

    Me (of course)
    polrbehr
    George Grand
    amulford
    F1nut
    MillerLiteScott
    pearsall001
    ohskigod
    devani
    schwarcw <- has to come get his speakers!
    Lasareath <- doesn't follow instructions


    People who think they need permission but don't
    AdamRagland
    mantis


    Pending impromptu death
    NJPOLKER
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited August 2014
    A well-rounded crowd to start. I gotta take a hard look at my hooch situation w/Antny on the list.

    I can also hand-deliver a lot of different vintage silver if there's any interest.
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    I hope to come as well.
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    Big Dawg wrote: »
    I hope to come as well.

    I'm definitely coming. Was hoping my son would join me, but he is guitar tech and does sound for Blues Traveler and they have a show on the 11th.
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  • Libertyc
    Libertyc Posts: 915
    I'm coming.
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,838
    New Current list:

    Me (of course)
    polrbehr
    George Grand
    amulford
    F1nut
    MillerLiteScott
    pearsall001
    ohskigod
    devani
    schwarcw <- has to come get his speakers!
    Lasareath <- doesn't follow instructions
    Big Dawg
    LibertyC
    AdamRagland
    mantis


    Pending impromptu death
    NJPOLKER
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  • nadams
    nadams Posts: 5,877
    I'll say that I'm officially in for Friday day/ night, and Saturday during the day. I have obligations on Sunday that mean i need to be back home Saturday night :(
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,838
    Latest list:

    Me (of course)
    polrbehr
    George Grand
    amulford
    F1nut <-- unsure now, you all should peer pressure him into coming for at least Saturday
    pearsall001
    ohskigod
    devani
    schwarcw <- has to come get his speakers!
    Lasareath <- doesn't follow instructions
    Big Dawg
    LibertyC
    AdamRagland
    mantis
    nadams


    Pending impromptu death
    NJPOLKER
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  • nadams
    nadams Posts: 5,877
    Now that I'm on the list, I have to pull myself back off of it. Sorry, Jstas. I've got an event on Sunday that I have to be at, and then I'm leaving for a week in Texas. Need to be home Friday/Saturday :(
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  • Jstas
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    OK, 27th was my date to let me know if you were coming.

    Here's my list of people who said something one way or other. The people who bailed already are not included:

    Me (of course) - some of my neighbors and a couple friends will be here too
    polrbehr - +2 (maybe on the 2)
    George Grand
    amulford - double booked himself
    F1nut <-- unsure now, you all should peer pressure him into coming for at least Saturday
    pearsall001
    ohskigod
    devani
    schwarcw <- has to come get his speakers!
    Lasareath <- doesn't follow instructions
    Big Dawg
    LibertyC
    AdamRagland
    mantis
    lightman <- wants to come but has yet to confirm


    Pending impromptu death
    NJPOLKER


    At this point we are planning for between 20 and 30 people 'cause I know my neighbors will pop in from time to time and I have some local friends that expressed interest in stopping by to see what the hubbub was all about.


    If you are on other forums and know people who would like to come, please inform them to let me know ASAP or speak for them (if they are definitively coming) if they fear change and refuse to come to this forum.

    Polk Audio has also thrown their hat into the ring for support as well. What that will entail has not been finalized yet but Polk Audio will have some level of representation.
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  • skspider
    skspider Posts: 14
    Hello, I just found out about this. Any chance you have room for 2 more? Not 100% I can make it yet, should know shortly.
    "Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups":rolleyes:
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,838
    Yeah, sure, no problem since two people backed out already.
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  • tonyb
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    Just a thought John, and in todays techy world maybe possible. How about a live feed for those who can't attend ? By Skype or other media outlet ? Could be a cool avenue to pursue.
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  • vmaxer
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    tonyb wrote: »
    Just a thought John, and in todays techy world maybe possible. How about a live feed for those who can't attend ? By Skype or other media outlet ? Could be a cool avenue to pursue.

    I really wish I could make it, every year I say I am going to the next one and then can't make it for one reason or another. I hope you guys have a great time.
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,838
    tonyb wrote: »
    Just a thought John, and in todays techy world maybe possible. How about a live feed for those who can't attend ? By Skype or other media outlet ? Could be a cool avenue to pursue.

    I'll make Sal do it.
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    tonyb wrote: »
    Just a thought John, and in todays techy world maybe possible. How about a live feed for those who can't attend ? By Skype or other media outlet ? Could be a cool avenue to pursue.

    Are you gong to turn this into some sort of drinking game?
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