Piano World Home Page Forums Fun Stuff! - Parties, Tours, Projects & More... Forum Members Parties, Tours, Cruises, & Meetings Party on in Maine Sept. 6 - NOW WITH PICTURES!

Frank:

How big was that lobster held in your picture?

I ask because I noted this from a lobster fact site:

The largest (recorded) lobster caught was 42.4 lbs., had a carapace length of 14.9 inches and a total body length of 24.1 inches (two feet!). It was caught in 1934 and was probably at least 100 years old.

I recall reading that in colonial times indentured sailors signed contracts before working on any marine vessel. They were allowed fish or meat two days a week, and on the other five days they were forced to eat lobster. Lobsters were not only extremely plentiful but records indicate they were enormous, many of them over 3 feet. Their flesh was tough as shoe leather, so it's no wonder the sailors hated them.

I would be interested in coming. It would just be a matter of timing as I live in NC but come to Portland nearly every week with work. (pilot) I'll watch for the final date and hope the schedule allows for me to be there. Thanks.

Hi, Kathy:

Aug 16 is a definite no go for us, we have company from out of state that weekend. Sep would be better, but then we usually take a week of vacation the 1st or 2nd week, though we haven't planned anything yet, so that's also kinda iffy. :rolleyes: I hope we can make it though. I'd enjoy seeing you again and I bet your Seiler is a beauty! Keep us posted on the dates.

Jeanne W

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Alrighty then, since a couple of you have said the 13th isn't good, but I don't recall that anyone has has ruled out the 6th, let's make it September 6th. Can't wait!

Hi Kathy.......
September 6th sounds like a plan. Looks good for us.
Planning to take some time off and your party will be a wonderful start. Will Peter be there to dazzle us with his artistry?
Looking forward to meeting your grand.
Jeremy & Linda Gloo

Unfortunatly, Jerry, he won't. He just set off to Tawain where he's teaching English for a year.

Hi Kathy,

I just put Sept 6 on my calender. I don't see any conflicts for me, but Roberta will have to check her calender.

What town are you in? Portland, Rockland, Thomaston? Maine is a big place.

Ed

That would be great if you both could attend, Ed. We're in Auburn which is about 1/2 north of Portland. We're an easy stop off of the turnpike.

Also, you should let Ed Papier know.

I will be in Maine (South Casco - on Thomas Lake - near Sebago)but will be gone by Labor Day.
I would have loved to be a part of the party.
My mom lives there but I live in Brooklyn, NY.
I have a new August Forster 215 (7'2"). I would much rather live in Maine but my occupation doesn't pay enough up there - (Church Music Director/organist/choir director). The metropolitan areas pay decent salaries w/benefits and there are many more funerals and weddings due to the population. If I win the Lottery, I'll move immediately and buy a house with a room big enough for my piano! And I would host a piano party for everyone else.
I think it is great to hear other people play your piano.

Have fun at the party. I'm jealous!

Well, darn, Erad, I'm sorry you won't be able to make it - from one church organist to another. Maybe we'll get a chance to meet at one of the many NYC area parties and events.

Hi Kathy,

Unfortunately I won't be able to make it to Maine, but if the Cape event is still happening in October, I'd love to do those 4 hand works we threatened last year. Do you still have any interest?

Ed Papier
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Sure, I'd love to. Sorry you won't be able to make it up.

Kathy! - I would love to come to your party. I live in South Portland and will be in town after labor day. Keeo us all posted!! best, Nancy

Excellent! You will be the first Piano Forum member from Maine that I've met.

Yippee!!! Sept 6th for a Maine Piano Gathering has been reserved on my calendar.

Hi Terrytunes....
Will be nice to see you in Maine. Please don't forget to bring my music.
We will also need your GPS!
Can't wait to try Kathy's grand.
Will be a fun time.

I have just joined this group and live in Rockport, Maine. I would love to participate in (enjoy) the Maine gathering. I am available just about anytime in August, but the 6th of September is probably not possible. I do not have an address (even a town), so it may depend on how long a trip it is from here. If it is on the coast it shouldn't be more than an hour. Please let me know the place and time.

I am an intermediate player, have a Bosie grand (just a year old this month!), and am passionate about playing and listening to piano. Thanks....CBS

A Bosie grand! Lucky. I'm in Auburn. Rockport is about a 1 1/2 hour drive. You would head to Augusta, and from there take the turnpike south which is about 1/2 hour drive.

I haven't set a time yet, other than the Sept 6 date, but I'm thinking probably 1 pm or so. I hope you can make it.

Terry, so glad to see that you'll be coming!