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Important => Calendar Event Discussion => Topic started by: Priscellie on March 12, 2014, 07:48:14 PM
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Wednesday, June 4 at 7:00 PM
Barnes & Noble
55 Old Orchard Center
Skokie, IL 60077
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yay
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Color me happily surprised at the long signing tour :) Managed to switch vacation time around and have the week of the fourth off. Will definately be there!
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Huzzah! Jim wasn't able to make it to Chicago for the Cold Days signing because of a cold, but I'm utterly ecstatic that he'll be coming this time around. I cannot describe how elated I am. Please stay healthy, Jim! x_x
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I think it should be noted that the only thing you will be able to get signed is Skin Games. I love the series and pre ordered the Cold Days. So when i contacted the store for the Cold Days event, the store replied you must buy the book the day of the event at the store(it came out a week earlier) in order to attend any part let alone get the book signed. It meant that I would have had to buy the book twice and go through a few extra hoops just to be able to attend. As a result i had decided to not attend then. I might bow to their wills this time. Be careful so you can attend.
I am glad he is attending Gen Con so those restrictions shouldn't be there for that one.
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Soooo...
About 5 of us will be meeting for this signing. I am wondering if anyone else would be interested in a gathering before or after the signing?
The bookstore is right near/in a shopping center, so finding a restaurant shouldn't be an issue.
If enough people are interested I can work on a more organized or at least some kind of plan.
I know it would be awesome to meet more forumites!
Just let me know and we'll make it happen.
I'll post more info as we get closer. :)
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The bookstore is right near/in a shopping center, so finding a restaurant shouldn't be an issue.
Epic Burger
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Excellent suggestion. I assume this means you'll be there? 8)
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I'm definitely going to the signing. Before the signing depends on what my work schedule is like that day.
I'll be honest, I have no idea what Epic Burger is even like - I just get mad giggles every time I see the name. (I'm unfortunately unhelpful as far as Skokie dining goes; that little area around the Old Orchard Center has mostly chain places).
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Oh yes, a meeting is of interest 8) I am planning to be at the signing somewhat early to get a decent spot to record it, though, so may not work out for the meet :-\ Interested though :)
Quite a few restaurants to be had. From the Epic Burger to seafood to Italian, quite a few choices.
I remember going up there in 2012 because I didn't see the unfortunate turn Mr. Butcher took :( As I plan on getting there as early as possible, I am reasonably sure what to expect traffic-wise and parking. Considering it is a mall, with a bookstore and a theatre (X-Men movie comes out the weekend b4 release), yeah, I think I will stay busy till the main act begins :D
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If you can try to make a late lunch/dinner meet before the signing that would be cool. Mij, Mrs Mij, Mystic, and myself will be there. Lea from Across the Pond will be heading back home on the 4th (if only they had announced the signing a few weeks earlier!).
If nothing else maybe we can decide on an identifying item to wear to the signing... ;)
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If you can try to make a late lunch/dinner meet before the signing that would be cool. Mij, Mrs Mij, Mystic, and myself will be there. Lea from Across the Pond will be heading back home on the 4th (if only they had announced the signing a few weeks earlier!).
If nothing else maybe we can decide on an identifying item to wear to the signing... ;)
Late lunch/early dinner might work out nicely.
The folks in B&N were pretty cool when I stopped in the first time, and the other signing going on that day I stopped in had a camera in play so I doubt that will be an issue. I just tend to be a plan, plan, plan kind of person and I want the setup to work just so.
FWIW, I still have my "Harry Dresden Is My Hero" button from Turn Coat release signing I'll be pinning to my chest, so there is that for ID, for those I haven't met :)
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I might try to make it as Skokie is not all that far for me.
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Nice :)
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I'm hoping to make this my very first visit to see Jim in person, not to mention my first ever book signing...EVER...for any writer! Very excited! I live not too far away in South Bend, IN, so won't be too far of a trek, maybe 2 hour drive one-way.
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Question for those that have attended Jim Butcher book signing before:
How are they organized? From the Q&A's I've seen online, it appears like it starts out with the Q&A, then Jim signs. Is there a chance for photos? Or is that when you get your book signed?
Thanks!
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Some people record or take photos during the Q&A and I've seen some people have their photo taken with Jim (quickly) when it's their turn in the signing line. I guess checking with the venue would be a good idea, since each venue might have its own rules in place.
I believe that this Barnes and Noble requires you to buy the book there to be admitted to the signing.
I think that in the past (correct me if I'm wrong), Jim has been willing to sign three things per person, per turn. But again, this would be something that the venue could probably change if it wants to run things differently.
(I mentioned this briefly in another thread but, for anyone not familiar with the Skokie area - Skokie has two Barnes and Nobles. Depending on how you GPS or Mapquest your way to the event, make sure it's taking you to the B&N at Old Orchard Center and not the one on Touhy).
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Some people record or take photos during the Q&A and I've seen some people have their photo taken with Jim (quickly) when it's their turn in the signing line. I guess checking with the venue would be a good idea, since each venue might have its own rules in place.
I believe that this Barnes and Noble requires you to buy the book there to be admitted to the signing.
I think that in the past (correct me if I'm wrong), Jim has been willing to sign three things per person, per turn. But again, this would be something that the venue could probably change if it wants to run things differently.
(I mentioned this briefly in another thread but, for anyone not familiar with the Skokie area - Skokie has two Barnes and Nobles. Depending on how you GPS or Mapquest your way to the event, make sure it's taking you to the B&N at Old Orchard Center and not the one on Touhy).
I have been to B&N signings where this was originally the case, and I called the store and discussed my nook purchase with them and they ammended their stated policy to allow for this and eventually recipts for any B&N recipt (online and other B&N retail sites) for that book.
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Yeah, I'm not going to wait until June 4 to buy the book, in fact I'll have read it completely by then. I'll just have to buy it from my local B&N and bring the receipt.
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I and my Lady will be in attendance, for both the signing and we would like to meet up with the Forumites that will be in attendance. :-)
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I think I work until 3:45 that day, so I'll be heading Skokieward after that.
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OK....
After reviewing the options, menus and locations of quite a few restaurants near the B&N in Skokie, I have a couple of suggestions...
Johnny Rockets (American classics like burgers and shakes, not many vegetarian options), which is right behind/next to B&N;
Frontera Fresco (fresh/modern Mexican with more vegetarian options), which is just around the corner from B&N;
Epic Burger (few veggie option, not as close but still in the mall)
Meet at 3-5ish, then head over to buy books, get a seat or whatever needs to happen pre-signing.
My vote is for Johnny Rockets since it is close, is inexpensive and has french fries.
I'll bring the "Hi! I'm....." nametags and warn the staff to expect us... maybe make a sign with an arrow to help find us in the HUGE place. ::) ;)
All I ask is that anyone who would like to go or has a preference for a place let me know so I can have a fuzzy head count to reserve some tables or whatever. I'll finalize everything (as meager as that may be) next weekend.
Sir Crash +1, Mij +1, Me,.... MX? Chiroptera make it in time after work? Lany?
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I expect I would be there between 4:30 and 5:00, depending on what kind of traffic I run into. I'll probably have bought the book already since the store isn't far from me.
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Johnny Rockets sounds perfect to me and Courtney. We are planning on being there at 3pm. :)
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Johnny Rockets sounds good, but I may be more a game time decision. I will be leaving here to be there when it opens to see how things are gonna go and make some plans as I plan to record the event, barring specifically asked not to do so.
I will be wearing my "Dresden is my Hero" button I got at another signing, but I can send my cell phone #, or other social media if preferred (have twitter/facebook/google+ rarely use but will for this :) ) to anyone that wants it for coordination and such.
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I will be going to the signing and would love to meet up beforehand, but I doubt I'll be able to get there early enough - doing some sightseeing during the day with my daughters and a couple of friends.
Not sure what I'll be wearing, but I should be relatively easy to spot... well, my 6'2" daughter is easy to spot; I'll be with her :D
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BOOKIE? BOOKIE!!!! Really?
WOOT!
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I think I'll just go ahead and say Johnny Rockets 3-5pm. (ish)
It will make it much easier. Since I have no idea how many people might show up other than the ones who replied, or anyone who might be there by chance, I will only ask the restaurant to set aside table for 15 people (or so). Mid afternoon isn't busy so it shouldn't be a problem if we need to add more.
Everyone will be responsible for their own food orders etc.
I have no idea what I will be wearing. I am pondering using Twitter to keep everyone informed the day of- unless people want to send me a cell# and I can just send group texts and post here. I'm not too worried since this is informal and all that. 8)
Everyone is welcome, of course. I'm looking forward to finally putting some faces to names after... 7 years!!!! (For some of you...)
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Damn, not enough time to ask for Wednesday off from work. :(
Wish they'd post these announcements earlier.
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Damn, not enough time to ask for Wednesday off from work. :(
Wish they'd post these announcements earlier.
March 12th?
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Damn, not enough time to ask for Wednesday off from work. :(
Wish they'd post these announcements earlier.
Well... you're looking a little peaked to me. Feverish, even. ;)
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March 12th?
Huh. Must've missed it.
Well, just gotta keep my fingers crossed or beg for the day off.
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I'll probably just check out the Barnes and Noble early, probably be there by 5-5:30. I'm hoping to be off the roads before rush hour hits hard and heavy.
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I'll probably just check out the Barnes and Noble early, probably be there by 5-5:30. I'm hoping to be off the roads before rush hour hits hard and heavy.
Inconceivable!
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I'm going to this. Driving down from Wisconsin. It will be a long day, but it will be worth it. I may be up for meeting up with you fine forum folks beforehand.
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I don't know if I'll make the meetup beforehand, but I'll look for people at the event. I'll probably have my bright red Red Court t-shirt on.
(Here's my Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nicole.beaver.16) page in case anyone wants to get in touch).
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Seeing as how the signing is on a jewish holiday(for the second time in a row!), is it possible for someone to bring a camera along and record the Q&A(if there is one)?
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Yeah, I should have done this earlier too. Chiro, ok to friend you? I don't use the accounts much, but might be useful Wednesday :)
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/randall.dunn.56
Twitter
https://twitter.com/mx1i
Seeing as how the signing is on a jewish holiday(for the second time in a row!), is it possible for someone to bring a camera along and record the Q&A(if there is one)?
Tis my intent, Dmander, barring anything extraneous interfering.
Still in the gameplan to be up there at 0900 when the store opens and chilling out the day till things start happening.
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Chiro, ok to friend you?
Indubitably!
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I'm far too shy to do the group meet-up thing at Johnny Rockets, but I'll see all of you fine gentlemen (and ladies) there tomorrow. ;D Driving down 3 hours from Madison to Chicago, but it's well worth it IMO. Probably going to the Field Museum first for a bit too, just to see Sue in all her prehistoric glory.
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Parking can be quite nasty at Old Orchard. Get there with plenty of time to spare!
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Indubitably!
Most excellent. TY :)
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So... Taking bets on how long into the Q&A someone asks, "Why does Dresden have a hat on the cover of the books?" Don't be that guy!
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So... Taking bets on how long into the Q&A someone asks, "Why does Dresden have a hat on the cover of the books?" Don't be that guy!
But bonus points if you ask that and then follow it up with "Why are YOU wearing a hat? Why are you all wearing hats?! Dear God, THE HATS!!"
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So... Taking bets on how long into the Q&A someone asks, "Why does Dresden have a hat on the cover of the books?" Don't be that guy!
For me, the question that is overdone is "Will we get to see more of the Jade Court?"
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"Why Chicago?"
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Took a half day off of work in preparation for today! Though WildStar also just came out so I'll probably sneak an hour or two in before I head out to Skokie :P
I wish I had more of my Dresden t-shirts printed :( I would totally hand out a few to you guys but sadly I haven't had the time to print any in over a year.
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"When can we get the next book."
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So my schedule (miraculously) cleared and I will be coming up for the signing. I saw some talk about meeting before for dinner, what time were people thinking of doing that? I hope to be there between 5:30-6:00.
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"When can we get the next book."
Heh, Jim said the other day that every time he gets asked that he just goes and plays another game of League of Legends.
You guys have me itching to produce another "list"
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I don't know if I'll make the meetup beforehand, but I'll look for people at the event. I'll probably have my bright red Red Court t-shirt on.
(Here's my Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nicole.beaver.16) page in case anyone wants to get in touch).
Bah, somehow I got confused and thought you weren't going to be able to make it. Awesome.
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Made it up. They are doing it in groups of 50. Currently at 86. Signing will be downstairs.
Edit: Wearing a white shirt with American flag and 'Harry Dresden is my hero' button.
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Also, really nice that Johnny rockets is right outside of BN for those going.
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Bah, somehow I got confused and thought you weren't going to be able to make it. Awesome.
Are you coming out Serack?
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"When can we get the next book."
Every time you ask Jim Butcher about the next Dresden Files book, George R. R. Martin kills a Stark.
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No, I was listing an over done question.
Every time you ask Jim Butcher about the next Dresden Files book, George R. R. Martin kills a Stark.
Now THAT's funny.
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Every time you ask Jim Butcher about the next Dresden Files book, George R. R. Martin kills a Stark.
So that's why Ned died. Damnit all
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Every time you ask Jim Butcher about the next Dresden Files book, George R. R. Martin kills a Stark.
^This is the new "George R.R. Martin is not your bitch."
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Are you coming out Serack?
I'm in Virginia. Chicago is on my list of must visit places though. I'll probably wait until Lil Serack can fully appreciate Sue though. He's currently 2.
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I'm in Virginia. Chicago is on my list of must visit places though. I'll probably wait until Lil Serack can fully appreciate Sue though. He's currently 2.
Understandable. Sue has been around for a few million years, barring an act of Harry, she'll be around a bit longer :)
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Looks like the area will be a bit small. No chairs currently set out, but I have a feeling this will be a very packed area.
Edit: NM. Signing will be across from customer service and folks can stand by railing to watch.
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Understandable. Sue has been around for a few million years, barring an act of Harry, she'll be around a bit longer :)
I lol'd
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Every time you ask Jim Butcher about the next Dresden Files book, George R. R. Martin kills a Stark.
Bwahahahhahahah - *wipes up coffee from keyboard*
So... how was last night? Was it good for you?
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Excellent folks to talk to. Got to see Chiro again and that was awesome. Met Fyrchick and Booklover as well as a few other folks(sorry, I suck at names :( ). Really enjoyed it, but now getting withdrawal symptoms lol.
Did post a link to part of the signing in the interview gathering, but I'll post it again here
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFCSWdkuTcA
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Had an excellent time!
Thanks for the link, MX.
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Looks like someone bailed me out. Here is a link of the full QA.
Here is the full QA from Skokie from a man I spoke to at the end of the signing. He was using a piece of new equipment to take the video. Seems to have worked out :)
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Looks like someone bailed me out. Here is a link of the full QA.
Here is the full QA from Skokie from a man I spoke to at the end of the signing. He was using a piece of new equipment to take the video. Seems to have worked out :)
Link? :D
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Link? :D
Twould be helpful, right? Sorry
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVvlo-b5A-s
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Twould be helpful, right? Sorry
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVvlo-b5A-s
Listening now!
I'm not involved in the TV show-in-potentia, but if it goes forward, once I graduate USC, you know where I'll be applying. :D
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Listening now!
I'm not involved in the TV show-in-potentia, but if it goes forward, once I graduate USC, you know where I'll be applying. :D
They would be smart to hire someone like you, with all the involvement you already have. Hopefully, should the show happen, Mr. Butcher would have strong input and having a person with skills such as your timeline post would help things immensely, imo.
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They would be smart to hire someone like you, with all the involvement you already have. Hopefully, should the show happen, Mr. Butcher would have strong input and having a person with skills such as your timeline post would help things immensely, imo.
Having Prisc involved and blessing things would probably help Jim immensely in that he would have faith in her blessing of anything produced. Thus he wouldn't need to be as time invested in the... "show-in-portentia" to feel that it was still true to his vision.
And I'm all for something that would be so beneficial to someone as awesome as Priscellie, and would be conducive to Jim being efficient in producing new material :)
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Having Prisc involved and blessing things would probably help Jim immensely in that he would have faith in her blessing of anything produced. Thus he wouldn't need to be as time invested in the... "show-in-portentia" to feel that it was still true to his vision.
And I'm all for something that would be so beneficial to someone as awesome as Priscellie, and would be conducive to Jim being efficient in producing new material :)
Bingo. :D Delegation!
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Bingo. :D Delegation!
Addendum: Delegation to someone qualified :)