Chicago Pipe Show - 2015

[rdomfoto]

Hey brothers (and possibly sisters) - this year, the Chicago Pipe Show - officially the The Chicagoland International Pipe and Tobacciana Show - is May 2&3 in St. Charles, IL (one of CHicago's Western suburbs for those of you who aren't from around these parts). It's $15 and I am not sure if that is per day or total as the website is a bit unclear: "$15.00 (for one or both days)"
The Friday before (May 1) is a pipe swap.
I am definitely going and I thought I'd toss it out here so that anyone who might want to make the trek can start planning.

 

[cgraunke]

I think wifey would like a trip to Chicago!

 

[Whtwtrman79]

I planned on going, if I can get off work and figure out the details!

 

[crperkins]

I was planning on going, but it looks like it won't be happening this year.

 

[Whtwtrman79]

I was planning on going, but it looks like it won't be happening this year.

Now that's just sad, what happened

 

[rdomfoto]

That's too bad, Cody! BTW, I have those new pics you sent - thanks!

 

[crperkins]

Now that's just sad, what happened

A certain business opportunity may or may not be presenting itself right around that time.

 

[thedismaltrade]

Right now-- I'm going. I'm only 3 hours away and have never been there. Would love to meet up with you asshats

 

[Whtwtrman79]

A certain business opportunity may or may not be presenting itself right around that time.

Well I hope it all works out for the best for you

 

[Doc Sixstring]

Bringing the girlfriend, looking forward to meeting you gents.

 

[Deadman's Point]

Eh, wtf... I'll already be in the area.

 

[rdomfoto]

Looks a like a large contingent of out-of-town guys are coming and, at first, I thought we should try to have dinner out somewhere. But Saturday night (I believe) there is a big buffet for $65 per person and, apparently, the gift bag alone that you get is worth more than $65. And, on Friday, there is a free dinner.

So maybe after dinner on Saturday, we can all herf - the guys who are in town for it and the Chicago BOTL guys?

 

[Whtwtrman79]

There's a group from pipe smokers forum also that will be going, are you guys planning on stayin at the resort?

 

[Hoshneer]

If it's possible I'll be there. I really would like to go this year.

 

[rdomfoto]

This could be a pretty epic get-together!

 

[Deadman's Point]

I'm not a huge fan of Pheasant Run since it's pretty antiquated; at least, it was the last time I was there a few years ago. There's a Marriott Courtyard, and Hilton Garden nearby as well. I haven't given much thought to where to stay yet.

 

[Whtwtrman79]

I'd like anybodys opinion on local places to stay I guess I need to look at flight/rental vs drive prices

 

[Romulus Cogswell]

I'm not interested in the pipe show but I will meet up with whoever is around if we can get a herf together.

 

[Romulus Cogswell]

I'd like anybodys opinion on local places to stay I guess I need to look at flight/rental vs drive prices

I'd recommend Comfort Inn & Suites on Fabyan Parkway in Geneva and Country Inn & Suites on 38th/North Avenue in St. Charles.

 

[JustTroItIn]

Don't know if I will be able to make it but it's now on my radar.