MCI BBQ DO VII --July 20-22, 2012
Jul 11, 2012, 1:02 pm
#76
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I believe Jack Stack has an outdoor patio. If it isn't too hot, could someone arrange to have that for us for the happy hour, like a private room? If not, I'm liking the idea of happy hour at Grunauer next door then moving over to Jack Stack for the meal. German food to cleanse the palate for bbq! And don't forget Lydias is also next door. I know they have a patio for private parties because I've attended one there.
My business closes at 3:30 on Fridays so I can be there anytime, early. What time is everyone else arriving?
My business closes at 3:30 on Fridays so I can be there anytime, early. What time is everyone else arriving?
Jul 11, 2012, 5:56 pm
#77
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Unfortunately, there won't be enough people to merit a private room. The purpose of the Happy Hour is to serve as a gathering point, as many people will be trickling in from flights landing in the late afternoon or early evening.
Last edited by Condition One; Jul 11, 2012 at 6:01 pm
Jul 12, 2012, 12:36 pm
#78
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article about Oklahoma Joe's
This was in the local paper Kansas City Star today, about Oklahoma Joe's:
http://www.kansascity.com/2012/07/11...ylink=misearch
Anthony Bourdain loves the place!
http://www.kansascity.com/2012/07/11...ylink=misearch
Anthony Bourdain loves the place!
Jul 12, 2012, 2:32 pm
#79
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Going to have to miss this again this year, unfortunately. The old folks have been sick and I've been burning up PTO lately going back and forth to visit them before it's too late to do so.
Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
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Best regards,
William R. Sanders
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Jul 16, 2012, 6:45 pm
#81
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A huge thank you to Condition One for putting this together. This weekend coincides with the Global Dance Festival (an electronic dance music festival.) which will be occurring in downtown KC (Midland Theatre) on Friday and Saturday. I will definitely try to make the Happy Hour on Friday before I head to the Midland. This should be a great time as always!
We have Kaskade Wednesday night, GDF Friday and Saturday night.
Sporting KC is also at home on Saturday for those that want to check out the new stadium.
hot-hot-hot
Jul 17, 2012, 11:22 am
#83
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Just got an email from National. Daily rentals are running at 12$/day. Which translates into about 28$/day after the MCI collections of taxes.
Check out Last Minute Specials at National.com
Also see Hertz. Similar pricing.
Check out Last Minute Specials at National.com
Also see Hertz. Similar pricing.
Last edited by Viajero Millero; Jul 17, 2012 at 11:33 am Reason: Add Hertz
Jul 17, 2012, 11:32 am
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Best regards,
William R. Sanders
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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Jul 17, 2012, 6:53 pm
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It was a bit tricky to find the Hertz rate. It appears that they have a separate site, called Hertz weekender. And the comparable Hertz rate is prepaid. I might be driving National for the first time in years.
Jul 17, 2012, 7:08 pm
#86
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Great tip on National last minute special. I found that easily. And it saves us $25 over what we initially booked.
It was a bit tricky to find the Hertz rate. It appears that they have a separate site, called Hertz weekender. And the comparable Hertz rate is prepaid. I might be driving National for the first time in years.
It was a bit tricky to find the Hertz rate. It appears that they have a separate site, called Hertz weekender. And the comparable Hertz rate is prepaid. I might be driving National for the first time in years.
If anybody is looking for an inexpensive airport hotel the 4 Points is down to $59 as reported upthread. (often $119). I'll be staying there Saturday night, so if anyone wants a ride out there you can join me in my $11++ National rental.
Jul 19, 2012, 9:31 am
#87
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highway driving detour in place
For anyone flying into Kansas City and driving from the airport, be aware of a major traffic issue. If you have looked at a map of how to get to downtown or Jack Stack Restaurant, 169 Highway, also referred to as the Broadway Bridge route, is closed for road repair.
You will have to stay on I-35 south and cross the Bond Bridge to get to downtown. Same thing will apply going north back to the airport. The detour won't add any time to the travel other than more traffic on this route. There are 3 ways to get across the river from the north and now there are two while 169 Highway is being repaired.
Susie
You will have to stay on I-35 south and cross the Bond Bridge to get to downtown. Same thing will apply going north back to the airport. The detour won't add any time to the travel other than more traffic on this route. There are 3 ways to get across the river from the north and now there are two while 169 Highway is being repaired.
Susie
Jul 19, 2012, 3:50 pm
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Hey, I know I'm not necessarily the point man on all of this, but the reservation at Jack Stack is in my name and I'll be getting there early. If people get close or have any questions at all, I'm off from work all day and you all can call me at 913-579-1430. (I also don't have any particular fear of my putting my phone number on a public forum.)
Chris
Chris
Jul 19, 2012, 9:12 pm
#89
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Planning to sit at the bar at Grunauer to take advantage of their Happy Hour. Goes from 3 to 6. Will try to get there relatively early!
http://grunauerkc.com/wunderbar-menu.htm#HappyHour
http://grunauerkc.com/wunderbar-menu.htm#HappyHour