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    Post #1 - October 20th, 2024, 12:51 pm
    Post #1 - October 20th, 2024, 12:51 pm Post #1 - October 20th, 2024, 12:51 pm
    Hello, LTH Friends.

    I'd like to propose that we settle on a date and venue further in advance this year. I'm posting here to spark conversation / collaboration.

    Last year by the time a date was picked, many of us had other commitments already.

    Thanks,
    Rebecca
  • Post #2 - October 21st, 2024, 12:05 pm
    Post #2 - October 21st, 2024, 12:05 pm Post #2 - October 21st, 2024, 12:05 pm
    Good timing on your post, Rebecca. Jen is on it -- something's been in the works for the last week or so. Hope to have some more details soon. In the meantime, if you're looking for a date to save, Wednesday December 11 seems the most likely candidate (but that's not set in stone).

    Thanks,

    =R=
    Same planet, different world
  • Post #3 - October 21st, 2024, 2:33 pm
    Post #3 - October 21st, 2024, 2:33 pm Post #3 - October 21st, 2024, 2:33 pm
    Okay, folks. You can lock the date: Wednesday December 11, 6-10pm. As I posted above, Jen is all over this but probably won't be filling in many details here until sometime next week.

    Thanks!

    =R=
    Same planet, different world
  • Post #4 - October 21st, 2024, 6:30 pm
    Post #4 - October 21st, 2024, 6:30 pm Post #4 - October 21st, 2024, 6:30 pm
    Hi all!

    Things came together really quickly and I’m happy to announce that our 2024 LTH Holiday Party is confirmed for Wednesday, December 11th at the new Logan Square location of Kie Gol Lanee (https://kiegol.com/)

    We’ll have details, including menu (with lots of veg and GF options), ticket info, parking, gift exchange, Chicago Food Bank donation and more, soon.

    It will be a slightly smaller max number this year—50 total—so you’ll want to RSVP relatively quickly.

    Looking forward to seeing everyone!
    "Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
  • Post #5 - October 21st, 2024, 10:19 pm
    Post #5 - October 21st, 2024, 10:19 pm Post #5 - October 21st, 2024, 10:19 pm
    Hi,

    I read through the reviews of this place and look forward to it.

    Kindly take into account that not everyone wishes for 'fiery' food. Certainly if GF and veg can be taken into account, there can be alternatives for those who do not wish to cough up a lung.

    Thank you!

    Regards,
    Cathy2
    Cathy2

    "You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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  • Post #6 - October 22nd, 2024, 6:56 am
    Post #6 - October 22nd, 2024, 6:56 am Post #6 - October 22nd, 2024, 6:56 am
    Cathy2 wrote:Hi,

    I read through the reviews of this place and look forward to it.

    Kindly take into account that not everyone wishes for 'fiery' food. Certainly if GF and veg can be taken into account, there can be alternatives for those who do not wish to cough up a lung.

    Thank you!

    Regards,
    Cathy2


    Most of Kie Gol Lanee’s food isn’t spicy but we’ll be sure to mark anything that is.
    "Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
  • Post #7 - October 22nd, 2024, 8:59 pm
    Post #7 - October 22nd, 2024, 8:59 pm Post #7 - October 22nd, 2024, 8:59 pm
    Hi,

    I would like to be able to try the mushroom tamale, which appears to be spicier than most. :D

    Regards,
    Cathy2
    Cathy2

    "You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
    Facebook, Twitter, Greater Midwest Foodways,
  • Post #8 - October 22nd, 2024, 9:13 pm
    Post #8 - October 22nd, 2024, 9:13 pm Post #8 - October 22nd, 2024, 9:13 pm
    Cathy2 wrote:Hi,

    I would like to be able to try the mushroom tamale, which appears to be spicier than most. :D

    Regards,
    Cathy2

    Start training up today! I recommend a serrano chili with each meal.
    What is patriotism, but the love of good things we ate in our childhood?
    -- Lin Yutang
  • Post #9 - October 23rd, 2024, 4:45 am
    Post #9 - October 23rd, 2024, 4:45 am Post #9 - October 23rd, 2024, 4:45 am
    Thanks for planning! Sounds great. Are RSVPs being collected in this thread, or will there be a separate link to register?
    If RSVPs are happening here, I’m a party of two, please.
  • Post #10 - October 23rd, 2024, 2:55 pm
    Post #10 - October 23rd, 2024, 2:55 pm Post #10 - October 23rd, 2024, 2:55 pm
    ***Thank You
    For Your Efforts!!!

    ***R.S.V.P.---1

    ***Thank You
  • Post #11 - October 23rd, 2024, 3:00 pm
    Post #11 - October 23rd, 2024, 3:00 pm Post #11 - October 23rd, 2024, 3:00 pm
    Jen,

    I'm in +2.

    Thanks,

    =R=
    Same planet, different world
  • Post #12 - October 23rd, 2024, 7:20 pm
    Post #12 - October 23rd, 2024, 7:20 pm Post #12 - October 23rd, 2024, 7:20 pm
    The two of us are in
    What is patriotism, but the love of good things we ate in our childhood?
    -- Lin Yutang
  • Post #13 - October 24th, 2024, 2:12 am
    Post #13 - October 24th, 2024, 2:12 am Post #13 - October 24th, 2024, 2:12 am
    Moetchandon & I are in. Looking forward to it.
  • Post #14 - October 24th, 2024, 9:56 pm
    Post #14 - October 24th, 2024, 9:56 pm Post #14 - October 24th, 2024, 9:56 pm
    Thank you for all of the planning! I’m in for one.
  • Post #15 - October 30th, 2024, 1:27 pm
    Post #15 - October 30th, 2024, 1:27 pm Post #15 - October 30th, 2024, 1:27 pm
    Hi Ronnie
    If 12/11 is not yet cast in stone, I am hoping you might reconsider.
    I already have 2 events for that date (this would make 3) and I would really love to attend this year. Is there any possibility the date might change?

    Celia
    "A party without cake is really just a meeting" ~ Julia Child
    "There are only four great arts: music, painting, sculpture, and ornamental pastry." ~ Julia Child
    "Build a Longer Table, NOT a Wall..."
  • Post #16 - October 30th, 2024, 2:14 pm
    Post #16 - October 30th, 2024, 2:14 pm Post #16 - October 30th, 2024, 2:14 pm
    kalamazoogal wrote:Hi Ronnie
    If 12/11 is not yet cast in stone, I am hoping you might reconsider.
    I already have 2 events for that date (this would make 3) and I would really love to attend this year. Is there any possibility the date might change?

    Celia

    Hi Celia,

    Unfortunately, the date is set. We were pretty limited this year and couldn't go with our traditional 1st Thursday in December. The 2nd Thursday was also problematic. So, this was the best date on which we could land without it getting too deep into December. When planning these events, one comes to understand that it's virtually impossible to select a date that's conflict-free for everyone. I'm just very sorry that it's not a workable date for you. :(

    =R=
    Same planet, different world
  • Post #17 - November 1st, 2024, 1:10 pm
    Post #17 - November 1st, 2024, 1:10 pm Post #17 - November 1st, 2024, 1:10 pm
    Jen's occupied, so I'm going to start a placeholder list of attendees here. Consider this 'semi-official,' until KGL provides us with a payment portal. Beyond that, more information to follow.

    Please remember that we're limited to 50 attendees on this one.

    Thanks,

    Reserved/Attending:
    boudreaulicious
    Cathy 2
    rebfyffe +1
    cateme
    ronnie_suburban +2
    JoelF & SueF
    nr706 & Moetchandon
    LHS
    The GP & Mr. X
    irisarbor & Frank
    pudgym29
    ~18~

    =R=
    Same planet, different world
  • Post #18 - November 1st, 2024, 3:55 pm
    Post #18 - November 1st, 2024, 3:55 pm Post #18 - November 1st, 2024, 3:55 pm
    Please add Mr. X and me!
    -Mary
  • Post #19 - November 1st, 2024, 6:48 pm
    Post #19 - November 1st, 2024, 6:48 pm Post #19 - November 1st, 2024, 6:48 pm
    Count us in for 2
    "If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home."
    ~James Michener
  • Post #20 - November 1st, 2024, 7:51 pm
    Post #20 - November 1st, 2024, 7:51 pm Post #20 - November 1st, 2024, 7:51 pm
    The GP wrote:Please add Mr. X and me!

    irisarbor wrote:Count us in for 2

    Done and done! :)

    =R=
    Same planet, different world
  • Post #21 - November 3rd, 2024, 1:17 pm
    Post #21 - November 3rd, 2024, 1:17 pm Post #21 - November 3rd, 2024, 1:17 pm
    Well; as somebody who could not make last year's Holiday Party because it was on the first Thursday in December and I had to be at Goose Island Clybourn for the final time; I am satisfied with this date. Please add me to the roster.
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  • Post #22 - November 3rd, 2024, 2:39 pm
    Post #22 - November 3rd, 2024, 2:39 pm Post #22 - November 3rd, 2024, 2:39 pm
    pudgym29 wrote: Well; as somebody who could not make last year's Holiday Party because it was on the first Thursday in December and I had to be at Goose Island Clybourn for the final time; I am satisfied with this date. Please add me to the roster.

    A-okay.

    =R=
    Same planet, different world
  • Post #23 - November 4th, 2024, 4:31 pm
    Post #23 - November 4th, 2024, 4:31 pm Post #23 - November 4th, 2024, 4:31 pm
    Happy to announce the final details for our very special 2024 holiday celebration!

    Where: Kie-Gol-Lanee’s newest location in Logan Square (2901 W. Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647) (as always, we strongly encourage anyone planning to imbibe to use Uber/Lyft/taxi/public transportation but for those driving, there is metered parking on Diversey and the cross streets.

    When: Wednesday, December 11th at 6:00 p.m.
    6:00-7:00 – Meet & Greet with appetizers
    7:00 – Dinner followed by Dessert
    8:45 ish– Gift Exchange (see info below)

    Menu: An Oaxacan feast—and this will be a VERY vegetarian friendly event!

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    Tickets will be $72.79 and includes gratuity, tax and ticket site fee paid directly via Event Brite to the restaurant. The ticket price includes complimentary Horchata. Additional beverages will be a cash bar. There is no BYO option this year at the restaurant’s request.

    We’ll continue to take RSVPs here on the thread, then send the link for payment via PM on our site (please make sure to check those messages!). We will cap attendance at 50 and reservations aren’t confirmed until payment is made on EventBrite. Once you get the link, please don’t delay and risk missing out. Those who have RSVP'd already will receive the link shortly.

    Like last year, we’re hosting a virtual food drive for Chicago Food Depository. Instead of bringing food items or checks to the event, we’d like anyone wishing to participate to go to our link to make a tax deductible donation of any amount:
    https://myfooddrives.org/fundraiser/5043626

    The link is live now and will continue through December 23, 2024.

    And, of course, it wouldn’t be the LTH Holiday party without our annual gift exchange—bring a gift, get a gift! When you arrive, drop off your gift and get a numbered ticket. Santukah Claus will distribute the gifts at the end of the meal.

    We are very excited to celebrate with everyone—see you there!
    "Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
  • Post #24 - November 4th, 2024, 4:56 pm
    Post #24 - November 4th, 2024, 4:56 pm Post #24 - November 4th, 2024, 4:56 pm
    PMs with the ticket link have been sent to all current RSVPs.
    "Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
  • Post #25 - November 4th, 2024, 5:09 pm
    Post #25 - November 4th, 2024, 5:09 pm Post #25 - November 4th, 2024, 5:09 pm
    Please add me for 2.

    Thank you for all the work you're putting into this!

    - zorkmead
  • Post #26 - November 4th, 2024, 5:31 pm
    Post #26 - November 4th, 2024, 5:31 pm Post #26 - November 4th, 2024, 5:31 pm
    Reserved/Attending/Paid (P):
    boudreaulicious (P)
    Cathy 2
    rebfyffe +1 (P)
    cateme
    ronnie_suburban +2 (P)
    JoelF & SueF (P)
    nr706 & Moetchandon (P)
    LHS (P)
    The GP & Mr. X (P)
    irisarbor & Frank
    pudgym29
    zorkmead +1 (P)
    mbh+1 (P)
    BR (P)
    Petite Gourmande
    laikom + Teresa (P)
    ~26~
    Last edited by boudreaulicious on November 5th, 2024, 10:12 am, edited 5 times in total.
    "Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
  • Post #27 - November 4th, 2024, 5:32 pm
    Post #27 - November 4th, 2024, 5:32 pm Post #27 - November 4th, 2024, 5:32 pm
    Just bought my tix -- very excited!

    Thanks, Jen! :)

    =R=
    Same planet, different world
  • Post #28 - November 4th, 2024, 9:40 pm
    Post #28 - November 4th, 2024, 9:40 pm Post #28 - November 4th, 2024, 9:40 pm
    We’re over halfway to sold out!
    "Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
  • Post #29 - November 6th, 2024, 11:32 am
    Post #29 - November 6th, 2024, 11:32 am Post #29 - November 6th, 2024, 11:32 am
    Updated list—let’s make sure the party happens and sell out the remaining slots!! And don’t forget to make a donation to the food drive:
    https://myfooddrives.org/fundraiser/5043626

    Reserved/Attending/Paid (P):
    boudreaulicious (P)
    Cathy 2 (P)
    rebfyffe +1 (P)
    cateme
    ronnie_suburban +2 (P)
    JoelF & SueF (P)
    nr706 & Moetchandon (P)
    LHS (P)
    The GP & Mr. X (P)
    irisarbor & Frank
    pudgym29
    zorkmead +1 (P)
    mbh+1 (P)
    BR (P)
    Petite Gourmande (P)
    laikom + Teresa (P)
    ~26~
    "Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
  • Post #30 - November 7th, 2024, 11:07 am
    Post #30 - November 7th, 2024, 11:07 am Post #30 - November 7th, 2024, 11:07 am
    Please add me to the list plus 1.
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