This is the OFFICIAL thread of the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown Gathering

... with

finalized details!





If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is noted

in my

signature below.









**** DATE & TIME ****



Mark your calendar...NOW!



SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p





If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:

Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p





RAIN OR SHINE









**** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****



STEAK'n'SHAKE

290 S RANDALL RD

ELGIN  IL 60123

http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/



This is...

...N of I-88, IL RT 64

...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72

...E of I-39, IL RT 47

...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25

...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange









**** COSTS ****



100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering





GAS





FOOD

...Steak'n'Shake may once again provide coupons.  More about this coming in late

December....



...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals:

http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp





LODGING (if needed)









**** LODGING OPTIONS ****



I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel.  IF we have people

interested in

an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will have

rooms blocked.





CAMPING:

Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...

http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp

...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water.  For more info,

please call

630-444-1200.





HOTELS/MOTELS:



Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country Inn &

Suites, N of

I-90 along Randall Rd:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html



To Steak'n'Shake:

South on Randall Rd

Cross over IL RT 20

Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is





These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...



Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html

(NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)



Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html



Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html



To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:

South on IL RT 31

Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd

Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd

Cross over IL RT 20

Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is









**** NEW FOR 2009 ****



1...FUNDRAISERS:

If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit

organizations...



...The Lincoln Highway Association:

http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/



...US Route 20:

http://www.usroute20.com/







2...THE ROADIES:

Details coming soon!









**** ATTENDEES ****



ALL invited to this event.  Please invite your family and friends!



ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!



Will YOU join us?





This is posted to the following groups.  Please feel welcome to invite others!



IL Monte Carlo Owners Group

MI MC Group

MC Mailing List

El Camino ML

GM Inside News

Cheers and Gears

1st Gen MC Club

2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group

3rd Gen MCs

4th Gen MC SS

MyMonte, 5th gen

2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen

National MC Owners Association

Monte Millennium Generations

MC Forum

WickedMontes

ChevyTalk.org

TriplePlate

CarNuts.us

RaceFansGarage

FullThrottleV6









**** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****



07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!



Pictures...

...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:

http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498



...taken by MMG's Andrea:

http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\

S



...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:

http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%2

07-26-08/



...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:

http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0







10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!



Pictures...

...taken by MCF's Inssanity:

http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20



...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:

http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1









__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

__9897__"He's off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'

Bill, that is awesome!  It'll be good to see you again and meet Mary this time

around!



--- In imcog@yahoogroups.com, Bill Blackstone <ltcoldawson@...> wrote:

>

> Mary and I are in.

> The Blackstones

>

> --- On Tue, 11/11/08, Cort <faithcubs_montecarlo5@...> wrote:

>

> From: Cort <faithcubs_montecarlo5@...>

> Subject: [imcog] *official* 07/25/09 = MidSummer Chitown Gathering #2

> To: imcog@yahoogroups.com

> Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2008, 8:51 PM

>

>

>

>

>

>

> This is the OFFICIAL thread of the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown Gathering

...

with

> finalized details!

>

> If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is

noted in my

> signature below.

>

> **** DATE & TIME ****

>

> Mark your calendar...NOW!

>

> SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p

>

> If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:

> Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p

>

> RAIN OR SHINE

>

> **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****

>

> STEAK'n'SHAKE

> 290 S RANDALL RD

> ELGIN IL 60123

> http://www.mapquest .com/maps/ 290+S+Randall+ Rd+Elgin+ IL+60123/

>

> This is...

> ...N of I-88, IL RT 64

> ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72

> ...E of I-39, IL RT 47

> ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25

> ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange

>

> **** COSTS ****

>

> 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering

>

> GAS

>

> FOOD

> ...Steak'n'Shake may once again provide coupons. More about this coming in

late

> December....

>

> ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake' s drive-through options or meals:

> http://www.steaknsh ake.com/menu/ dinners.asp

>

> LODGING (if needed)

>

> **** LODGING OPTIONS ****

>

> I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel. IF we have people

interested in

> an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will have

rooms

blocked.

>

> CAMPING:

> Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...

> http://www.kanefore st.com/fp/ burnidge_ paulwolff. asp

> ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water. For more info,

please call

> 630-444-1200.

>

> HOTELS/MOTELS:

>

> Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country Inn

& Suites, N

of

> I-90 along Randall Rd:

> http://reservations .hotel-guides. us/hotel/ 10006044- 11282403M. html

>

> To Steak'n'Shake:

> South on Randall Rd

> Cross over IL RT 20

> Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is

>

> These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...

>

> Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:

> http://reservations .hotel-guides. us/hotel/ 10006044- 10211930M. html

> (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)

>

> Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:

> http://reservations .hotel-guides. us/hotel/ 10006044- 10203685M. html

>

> Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:

> http://reservations .hotel-guides. us/hotel/ 10006044- 10230565M. html

>

> To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:

> South on IL RT 31

> Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd

> Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd

> Cross over IL RT 20

> Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is

>

> **** NEW FOR 2009 ****

>

> 1...FUNDRAISERS:

> If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit

organizations. ..

>

> ...The Lincoln Highway Association:

> http://www.lincolnh ighwayassoc. org/about/

>

> ...US Route 20:

> http://www.usroute2 0.com/

>

> 2...THE ROADIES:

> Details coming soon!

>

> **** ATTENDEES ****

>

> ALL invited to this event. Please invite your family and friends!

>

> ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!

>

> Will YOU join us?

>

> This is posted to the following groups. Please feel welcome to invite others!

>

> IL Monte Carlo Owners Group

> MI MC Group

> MC Mailing List

> El Camino ML

> GM Inside News

> Cheers and Gears

> 1st Gen MC Club

> 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group

> 3rd Gen MCs

> 4th Gen MC SS

> MyMonte, 5th gen

> 2000montecarlo. net, 6th gen

> National MC Owners Association

> Monte Millennium Generations

> MC Forum

> WickedMontes

> ChevyTalk.org

> TriplePlate

> CarNuts.us

> RaceFansGarage

> FullThrottleV6

>

> **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****

>

> 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!

>

> Pictures...

> ...taken by ProjectMonte' s Ed G:

> http://pics. projectmonte. com/album/ 12498

>

> ...taken by MMG's Andrea:

> http://www.kodakgal lery.com/ I.jsp?c=102h6lvm .4sn1clii& x=0&y=flr5fv&

localeid=

en_US

>

> ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:

> http://s243. photobucket. com/albums/ ff261/rocknss04/ Monte%20Meet%

20at%20Elgin% 2

> 07-26-08/

>

> ...taken by 2000montecarlo. net's Chitown Chevy:

> http://s59.photobuc ket.com/albums/ g285/Lgarrity/ 7-26%20car% 20meet/?start=

0

>

> 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!

>

> Pictures...

> ...taken by MCF's Inssanity:

> http://s298. photobucket. com/albums/ mm262/minisz618/ fall/?start= 20

>

> ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:

> http://www.fgmcc. com/tinc? key=1UEMppaG& preview=1& only_object= 1

>

> __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

> __337___WRMNshowcas e.legos.HO. models.MCs. RTs.CHD =

> http://www.chevyasy lum.com/cort

> __9897__"He' s off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'

>

Friendly reminder...mark your calendars NOW!



ALSO ... if you have any suggestions or ideas (sponsors, trivia, etc.), this is

the time to

advise me!







__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

[b]...RT 66

drive = Sept '09[/b]

__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

__9897__"I hope I'm a little bit stronger" ... KT Oslin ... 'Come Next Monday'





--- In imcog@yahoogroups.com, "Cort" <faithcubs_montecarlo5@...> wrote:

>

> Bill, that is awesome!  It'll be good to see you again and meet Mary this time

around!

>

> --- In imcog@yahoogroups.com, Bill Blackstone <ltcoldawson@> wrote:

> >

> > Mary and I are in.

> > The Blackstones

> >

> > --- On Tue, 11/11/08, Cort <faithcubs_montecarlo5@> wrote:

> >

> > From: Cort <faithcubs_montecarlo5@>

> > Subject: [imcog] *official* 07/25/09 = MidSummer Chitown Gathering #2

> > To: imcog@yahoogroups.com

> > Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2008, 8:51 PM

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > This is the OFFICIAL thread of the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown

Gathering ...

> with

> > finalized details!

> >

> > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is

noted in my

> > signature below.

> >

> > **** DATE & TIME ****

> >

> > Mark your calendar...NOW!

> >

> > SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p

> >

> > If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:

> > Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p

> >

> > RAIN OR SHINE

> >

> > **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****

> >

> > STEAK'n'SHAKE

> > 290 S RANDALL RD

> > ELGIN IL 60123

> > http://www.mapquest .com/maps/ 290+S+Randall+ Rd+Elgin+ IL+60123/

> >

> > This is...

> > ...N of I-88, IL RT 64

> > ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72

> > ...E of I-39, IL RT 47

> > ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25

> > ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange

> >

> > **** COSTS ****

> >

> > 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering

> >

> > GAS

> >

> > FOOD

> > ...Steak'n'Shake may once again provide coupons. More about this coming in

late

> > December....

> >

> > ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake' s drive-through options or meals:

> > http://www.steaknsh ake.com/menu/ dinners.asp

> >

> > LODGING (if needed)

> >

> > **** LODGING OPTIONS ****

> >

> > I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel. IF we have people

interested

in

> > an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will have

rooms

> blocked.

> >

> > CAMPING:

> > Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...

> > http://www.kanefore st.com/fp/ burnidge_ paulwolff. asp

> > ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water. For more

info, please

call

> > 630-444-1200.

> >

> > HOTELS/MOTELS:

> >

> > Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country

Inn & Suites,

N

> of

> > I-90 along Randall Rd:

> > http://reservations .hotel-guides. us/hotel/ 10006044- 11282403M. html

> >

> > To Steak'n'Shake:

> > South on Randall Rd

> > Cross over IL RT 20

> > Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is

> >

> > These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...

> >

> > Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:

> > http://reservations .hotel-guides. us/hotel/ 10006044- 10211930M. html

> > (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)

> >

> > Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:

> > http://reservations .hotel-guides. us/hotel/ 10006044- 10203685M. html

> >

> > Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:

> > http://reservations .hotel-guides. us/hotel/ 10006044- 10230565M. html

> >

> > To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:

> > South on IL RT 31

> > Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd

> > Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd

> > Cross over IL RT 20

> > Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is

> >

> > **** NEW FOR 2009 ****

> >

> > 1...FUNDRAISERS:

> > If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit

organizations.

..

> >

> > ...The Lincoln Highway Association:

> > http://www.lincolnh ighwayassoc. org/about/

> >

> > ...US Route 20:

> > http://www.usroute2 0.com/

> >

> > 2...THE ROADIES:

> > Details coming soon!

> >

> > **** ATTENDEES ****

> >

> > ALL invited to this event. Please invite your family and friends!

> >

> > ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!

> >

> > Will YOU join us?

> >

> > This is posted to the following groups. Please feel welcome to invite

others!

> >

> > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group

> > MI MC Group

> > MC Mailing List

> > El Camino ML

> > GM Inside News

> > Cheers and Gears

> > 1st Gen MC Club

> > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group

> > 3rd Gen MCs

> > 4th Gen MC SS

> > MyMonte, 5th gen

> > 2000montecarlo. net, 6th gen

> > National MC Owners Association

> > Monte Millennium Generations

> > MC Forum

> > WickedMontes

> > ChevyTalk.org

> > TriplePlate

> > CarNuts.us

> > RaceFansGarage

> > FullThrottleV6

> >

> > **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****

> >

> > 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!

> >

> > Pictures...

> > ...taken by ProjectMonte' s Ed G:

> > http://pics. projectmonte. com/album/ 12498

> >

> > ...taken by MMG's Andrea:

> > http://www.kodakgal lery.com/ I.jsp?c=102h6lvm .4sn1clii& x=0&y=flr5fv&

localeid=

> en_US

> >

> > ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:

> > http://s243. photobucket. com/albums/ ff261/rocknss04/ Monte%20Meet%

> 20at%20Elgin% 2

> > 07-26-08/

> >

> > ...taken by 2000montecarlo. net's Chitown Chevy:

> > http://s59.photobuc ket.com/albums/ g285/Lgarrity/ 7-26%20car%

20meet/?start=

0

> >

> > 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!

> >

> > Pictures...

> > ...taken by MCF's Inssanity:

> > http://s298. photobucket. com/albums/ mm262/minisz618/ fall/?start= 20

> >

> > ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:

> > http://www.fgmcc. com/tinc? key=1UEMppaG& preview=1& only_object= 1

> >

> > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

> > __337___WRMNshowcas e.legos.HO. models.MCs. RTs.CHD =

> > http://www.chevyasy lum.com/cort

> > __9897__"He' s off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'

**** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****



This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown Gathering,

an

event for MANY car-related boards.  We are LESS THAN 7 MONTHS AWAY!





If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is noted

in my

signature below.









**** DATE & TIME ****



SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p





If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:

Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p





RAIN OR SHINE









**** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****



STEAK'n'SHAKE

290 S RANDALL RD

ELGIN  IL 60123

http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/



This is...

...N of I-88, IL RT 64

...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72

...E of I-39, IL RT 47

...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25

...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange









**** COSTS ****



100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering





GAS





FOOD

...Steak'n'Shake WILL once again OFFER $1 OFF COUPONS!  Other specials may be

announced later this year....



...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals:

http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp





LODGING (if needed)









**** LODGING OPTIONS ****



I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel.  IF we have people

interested in

an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will have

rooms blocked.





CAMPING:

Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...

http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp

...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water.  For more info,

please call

630-444-1200.





HOTELS/MOTELS:



Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country Inn &

Suites, N of

I-90 along Randall Rd:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html



To Steak'n'Shake:

South on Randall Rd

Cross over IL RT 20

Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is





These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...



Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html

(NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)



Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html



Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html



To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:

South on IL RT 31

Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd

Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd

Cross over IL RT 20

Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is









**** NEW FOR 2009 ****



1...FUNDRAISERS:

If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit

organizations...



...The Lincoln Highway Association:

http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/



...US Route 20:

http://www.usroute20.com/







2...THE ROADIES:

Details coming soon!









**** ATTENDEES ****



ALL invited to this event.  Please invite your family, friends, and members of

other

boards/groups.



ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!



WILL YOU JOIN US?  Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about

attending.

The next update may include the first edition of the attendance list....





I have invited members of the following groups:



IL Monte Carlo Owners Group

MI MC Grp

MC Mailing List

El Camino ML

GM Inside News

Cheers and Gears

1st Gen MC Club

2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group

3rd Gen MCs

4th Gen MC SS

MyMonte, 5th gen

2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen

National MC Owners Association

Monte Millennium Generations

MC City Revival

MC Forum

WickedMontes

ChevyTalk.org

TriplePlate

CarNuts.us

RaceFansGarage

FullThrottleV6









**** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****



07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!  Can we break that record in

2009?



Pictures...

...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:

http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498



...taken by MMG's Andrea:

http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\

S



...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:

http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%2

07-26-08/



...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:

http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0







10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!



Pictures...

...taken by MCF's Inssanity:

http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20



...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:

http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1









__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

[b]...RT 66

drive = Sept '09[/b]

__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

__9897__"We go cruising to entertain ourselves" ... Tracy Chapman ... 'Fast Car'

**** UPDATE! ****



This is LESS THAN 5 MONTHS away!





Will YOU join us?  Please let me know ASAP so I can plan accordingly!









**** NEW FOR 2009 ... THE ROADIES! ****



In the late afternoon hours, starting between ~3p and 5:30p (depending on how

the day goes), those who wish will take a drive around the area ... along some

of the roads I travel when I drive my older 4 Monte Carlos.  The route, below,

is subject to change should road "construction" (term used loosely, of course)

projects necessitate a change in travel plans.  The current configuration is ~50

miles and is about 1.5 hours in length.





From the Steak'n'Shake parking lot, turn RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD



Turn RIGHT (west) onto HOPPS RD



Turn LEFT (south) onto STEVENS RD



Turn RIGHT (west) onto SILVER GLEN RD



Turn RIGHT (northwest) onto BURLINGTON RD



Turn LEFT (west/southwest) onto PLANK RD



Turn RIGHT (north) onto MOOSE RANGE RD



Turn RIGHT (east) onto BASE LINE RD



Turn LEFT (north) onto WALKER RD



Turn RIGHT (east) onto ALLEN RD



Turn LEFT (north) onto HARMONY RD



Turn RIGHT (east) onto BIG TIMBER RD



Turn RIGHT (southeast) onto US ROUTE 20:

http://www.usroute20.com

...Traveling along US RT 20 includes a BRIEF stretch of road that is 3 routes

combined ... US Route 20 / IL Route 72 / IL Route 47



Exit RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD



Return to Steak'n'Shake







Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW

Event = 04/04/09

WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

"He's off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'





> **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****

>

> This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown

Gathering, an

> event for MANY car-related boards.  We are LESS THAN 7 MONTHS AWAY!

>

>

> If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is

noted in my

> signature below.

>

>

>

>

> **** DATE & TIME ****

>

> SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p

>

>

> If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:

> Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p

>

>

> RAIN OR SHINE

>

>

>

>

> **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****

>

> STEAK'n'SHAKE

> 290 S RANDALL RD

> ELGIN  IL 60123

> http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/

>

> This is...

> ...N of I-88, IL RT 64

> ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72

> ...E of I-39, IL RT 47

> ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25

> ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange

>

>

>

>

> **** COSTS ****

>

> 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering

>

>

> GAS

>

>

> FOOD

> ...Steak'n'Shake WILL once again OFFER $1 OFF COUPONS!  Other specials may be

> announced later this year....

>

> ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals:

> http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp

>

>

> LODGING (if needed)

>

>

>

>

> **** LODGING OPTIONS ****

>

> I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel.  IF we have people

interested in

> an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will have

rooms blocked.

>

>

> CAMPING:

> Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...

> http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp

> ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water.  For more

info, please call

> 630-444-1200.

>

>

> HOTELS/MOTELS:

>

> Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country Inn

& Suites, N of

> I-90 along Randall Rd:

> http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html

>

> To Steak'n'Shake:

> South on Randall Rd

> Cross over IL RT 20

> Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is

>

>

> These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...

>

> Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:

> http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html

> (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)

>

> Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:

> http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html

>

> Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:

> http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html

>

> To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:

> South on IL RT 31

> Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd

> Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd

> Cross over IL RT 20

> Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is

>

>

>

>

> **** NEW FOR 2009 ****

>

> 1...FUNDRAISERS:

> If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit

organizations...

>

> ...The Lincoln Highway Association:

> http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/

>

> ...US Route 20:

> http://www.usroute20.com/

>

>

>

> 2...THE ROADIES:

> Details coming soon!

>

>

>

>

> **** ATTENDEES ****

>

> ALL invited to this event.  Please invite your family, friends, and members of

other

> boards/groups.

>

> ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!

>

> WILL YOU JOIN US?  Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about

attending.

> The next update may include the first edition of the attendance list....

>

>

> I have invited members of the following groups:

>

> IL Monte Carlo Owners Group

> MI MC Grp

> MC Mailing List

> El Camino ML

> GM Inside News

> Cheers and Gears

> 1st Gen MC Club

> 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group

> 3rd Gen MCs

> 4th Gen MC SS

> MyMonte, 5th gen

> 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen

> National MC Owners Association

> Monte Millennium Generations

> MC City Revival

> MC Forum

> WickedMontes

> ChevyTalk.org

> TriplePlate

> CarNuts.us

> RaceFansGarage

> FullThrottleV6

>

>

>

>

> **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****

>

> 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!  Can we break that record in

2009?

>

> Pictures...

> ...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:

> http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498

>

> ...taken by MMG's Andrea:

>

http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\

S

>

> ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:

> http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%2

> 07-26-08/

>

> ...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:

> http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0

>

>

>

> 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!

>

> Pictures...

> ...taken by MCF's Inssanity:

> http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20

>

> ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:

> http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1

>

>

>

>

> __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

[b]...RT 66

> drive = Sept '09[/b]

> __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

> http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> __9897__"We go cruising to entertain ourselves" ... Tracy Chapman ... 'Fast

Car'

**** THE PEOPLE ****



To my knowledge, these people plan to join us in July.  Will you?!



Bill and Mary (IL MCs)



Ed and family (IL MCs)



Andreas (FGMCC)



carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)



pearl83SS (MCSS)



hoseman285 (MCSS)



BADD T (MCSS)



Chris (NMCOA)



mrclean (MM)



tunerlover3 (MM)



blackstone (MM)



Brian (2KMC)



RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)



Chad (CT)



69nova (GMI)



turbov6camaro (FTV6)



Ret.CFD (FTV6)



Vundabar (FTV6)



jrg87 (FTV6)







Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW

Event = 04/04/09

WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

"Pictures come alive" ... Irene Cara ... 'What A Feeling'





> **** UPDATE! ****

>

> This is LESS THAN 5 MONTHS away!

>

>

> Will YOU join us?  Please let me know ASAP so I can plan accordingly!

>

>

>

>

> **** NEW FOR 2009 ... THE ROADIES! ****

>

> In the late afternoon hours, starting between ~3p and 5:30p (depending on how

the day goes), those who wish will take a drive around the area ... along some

of the roads I travel when I drive my older 4 Monte Carlos.  The route, below,

is subject to change should road "construction" (term used loosely, of course)

projects necessitate a change in travel plans.  The current configuration is ~50

miles and is about 1.5 hours in length.

>

>

> From the Steak'n'Shake parking lot, turn RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD

>

> Turn RIGHT (west) onto HOPPS RD

>

> Turn LEFT (south) onto STEVENS RD

>

> Turn RIGHT (west) onto SILVER GLEN RD

>

> Turn RIGHT (northwest) onto BURLINGTON RD

>

> Turn LEFT (west/southwest) onto PLANK RD

>

> Turn RIGHT (north) onto MOOSE RANGE RD

>

> Turn RIGHT (east) onto BASE LINE RD

>

> Turn LEFT (north) onto WALKER RD

>

> Turn RIGHT (east) onto ALLEN RD

>

> Turn LEFT (north) onto HARMONY RD

>

> Turn RIGHT (east) onto BIG TIMBER RD

>

> Turn RIGHT (southeast) onto US ROUTE 20:

> http://www.usroute20.com

> ...Traveling along US RT 20 includes a BRIEF stretch of road that is 3 routes

combined ... US Route 20 / IL Route 72 / IL Route 47

>

> Exit RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD

>

> Return to Steak'n'Shake

>

>

>

> Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW

Event = 04/04/09

> WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> "He's off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'

>

>

> > **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****

> >

> > This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown

Gathering, an

> > event for MANY car-related boards.  We are LESS THAN 7 MONTHS AWAY!

> >

> >

> > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is

noted in my

> > signature below.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > **** DATE & TIME ****

> >

> > SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p

> >

> >

> > If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:

> > Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p

> >

> >

> > RAIN OR SHINE

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****

> >

> > STEAK'n'SHAKE

> > 290 S RANDALL RD

> > ELGIN  IL 60123

> > http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/

> >

> > This is...

> > ...N of I-88, IL RT 64

> > ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72

> > ...E of I-39, IL RT 47

> > ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25

> > ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > **** COSTS ****

> >

> > 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering

> >

> >

> > GAS

> >

> >

> > FOOD

> > ...Steak'n'Shake WILL once again OFFER $1 OFF COUPONS!  Other specials may

be

> > announced later this year....

> >

> > ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals:

> > http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp

> >

> >

> > LODGING (if needed)

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > **** LODGING OPTIONS ****

> >

> > I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel.  IF we have people

interested in

> > an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will have

rooms blocked.

> >

> >

> > CAMPING:

> > Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...

> > http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp

> > ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water.  For more

info, please call

> > 630-444-1200.

> >

> >

> > HOTELS/MOTELS:

> >

> > Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country

Inn & Suites, N of

> > I-90 along Randall Rd:

> > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html

> >

> > To Steak'n'Shake:

> > South on Randall Rd

> > Cross over IL RT 20

> > Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is

> >

> >

> > These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...

> >

> > Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:

> > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html

> > (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)

> >

> > Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:

> > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html

> >

> > Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:

> > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html

> >

> > To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:

> > South on IL RT 31

> > Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd

> > Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd

> > Cross over IL RT 20

> > Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > **** NEW FOR 2009 ****

> >

> > 1...FUNDRAISERS:

> > If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit

organizations...

> >

> > ...The Lincoln Highway Association:

> > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/

> >

> > ...US Route 20:

> > http://www.usroute20.com/

> >

> >

> >

> > 2...THE ROADIES:

> > Details coming soon!

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > **** ATTENDEES ****

> >

> > ALL invited to this event.  Please invite your family, friends, and members

of other

> > boards/groups.

> >

> > ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!

> >

> > WILL YOU JOIN US?  Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about

attending.

> > The next update may include the first edition of the attendance list....

> >

> >

> > I have invited members of the following groups:

> >

> > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group

> > MI MC Grp

> > MC Mailing List

> > El Camino ML

> > GM Inside News

> > Cheers and Gears

> > 1st Gen MC Club

> > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group

> > 3rd Gen MCs

> > 4th Gen MC SS

> > MyMonte, 5th gen

> > 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen

> > National MC Owners Association

> > Monte Millennium Generations

> > MC City Revival

> > MC Forum

> > WickedMontes

> > ChevyTalk.org

> > TriplePlate

> > CarNuts.us

> > RaceFansGarage

> > FullThrottleV6

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****

> >

> > 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!  Can we break that record

in 2009?

> >

> > Pictures...

> > ...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:

> > http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498

> >

> > ...taken by MMG's Andrea:

> >

http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\

S

> >

> > ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:

> >

http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%2

> > 07-26-08/

> >

> > ...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:

> > http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0

> >

> >

> >

> > 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!

> >

> > Pictures...

> > ...taken by MCF's Inssanity:

> > http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20

> >

> > ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:

> > http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

[b]...RT 66

> > drive = Sept '09[/b]

> > __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

> > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> > __9897__"We go cruising to entertain ourselves" ... Tracy Chapman ... 'Fast

Car'

This is ~2 MONTHS away!  For details, please see my previous posts....





If you are driving from a distance and need overnight lodging, PLEASE ADVISE ME

ASAP!  I will set up a block of rooms....



You can post here...



...or Email me:

faithcubsmc2691

@

aol.com



...or call:

my __CELL PH#__ is in my signature below....









**** THE PEOPLE ... revised ****



This gathering is more about the people than what you drive.  As far as I know,

those listed below plan to join us in July.  Will YOU??!!





Bill and Mary (IL MCs)



Ed and family (IL MCs)



Grant (IL MCs)



Jason/Brenda (IL MCs)



woa_its_s00ls (CHCG)



Supra eX-Driver (CHCG)



Bahama Dan (CT)



Andreas (FGMCC)



carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)



pearl83SS (MCSS)



hoseman285 (MCSS)



BADD T (MCSS)



86LT1SS (MCSS)



Chevyman540 (MCSS)



217ss (MCSS)



Matt/Euro (MCSS, MM, CHCG)



Chris (NMCOA)



Jake (NMCOA)



mrclean (MM)



tunerlover3 (MM)



blackstone (MM)



Monte Z34 (MM)



Cully77 (MM, 2KMC, MCF)



Brian (2KMC)



Chitown Chevy (2KMC)



RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)



AwsomeSS (MCF)



Adam (MCF)



red03ssmonte (MCF)



04 Bullit (MCF)



Chad (CT)



69nova (GMI)



turbov6camaro (FTV6)



Ret.CFD (FTV6)



Vundabar (FTV6)



jrg87 (FTV6)









__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

...RT 66 = Sept 5-16, '09

__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

__9897__"I'm not the only person with these things in mind" ... Linkin Park ...

'Somewhere I Belong'





>

> **** THE PEOPLE ****

>

> To my knowledge, these people plan to join us in July.  Will you?!

>

> Bill and Mary (IL MCs)

>

> Ed and family (IL MCs)

>

> Andreas (FGMCC)

>

> carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)

>

> pearl83SS (MCSS)

>

> hoseman285 (MCSS)

>

> BADD T (MCSS)

>

> Chris (NMCOA)

>

> mrclean (MM)

>

> tunerlover3 (MM)

>

> blackstone (MM)

>

> Brian (2KMC)

>

> RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)

>

> Chad (CT)

>

> 69nova (GMI)

>

> turbov6camaro (FTV6)

>

> Ret.CFD (FTV6)

>

> Vundabar (FTV6)

>

> jrg87 (FTV6)

>

>

>

> Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW

Event = 04/04/09

> WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> "Pictures come alive" ... Irene Cara ... 'What A Feeling'

>

>

> > **** UPDATE! ****

> >

> > This is LESS THAN 5 MONTHS away!

> >

> >

> > Will YOU join us?  Please let me know ASAP so I can plan accordingly!

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > **** NEW FOR 2009 ... THE ROADIES! ****

> >

> > In the late afternoon hours, starting between ~3p and 5:30p (depending on

how the day goes), those who wish will take a drive around the area ... along

some of the roads I travel when I drive my older 4 Monte Carlos.  The route,

below, is subject to change should road "construction" (term used loosely, of

course) projects necessitate a change in travel plans.  The current

configuration is ~50 miles and is about 1.5 hours in length.

> >

> >

> > From the Steak'n'Shake parking lot, turn RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD

> >

> > Turn RIGHT (west) onto HOPPS RD

> >

> > Turn LEFT (south) onto STEVENS RD

> >

> > Turn RIGHT (west) onto SILVER GLEN RD

> >

> > Turn RIGHT (northwest) onto BURLINGTON RD

> >

> > Turn LEFT (west/southwest) onto PLANK RD

> >

> > Turn RIGHT (north) onto MOOSE RANGE RD

> >

> > Turn RIGHT (east) onto BASE LINE RD

> >

> > Turn LEFT (north) onto WALKER RD

> >

> > Turn RIGHT (east) onto ALLEN RD

> >

> > Turn LEFT (north) onto HARMONY RD

> >

> > Turn RIGHT (east) onto BIG TIMBER RD

> >

> > Turn RIGHT (southeast) onto US ROUTE 20:

> > http://www.usroute20.com

> > ...Traveling along US RT 20 includes a BRIEF stretch of road that is 3

routes combined ... US Route 20 / IL Route 72 / IL Route 47

> >

> > Exit RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD

> >

> > Return to Steak'n'Shake

> >

> >

> >

> > Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW

Event = 04/04/09

> > WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> > "He's off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'

> >

> >

> > > **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****

> > >

> > > This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown

Gathering, an

> > > event for MANY car-related boards.  We are LESS THAN 7 MONTHS AWAY!

> > >

> > >

> > > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is

noted in my

> > > signature below.

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > **** DATE & TIME ****

> > >

> > > SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p

> > >

> > >

> > > If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:

> > > Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p

> > >

> > >

> > > RAIN OR SHINE

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****

> > >

> > > STEAK'n'SHAKE

> > > 290 S RANDALL RD

> > > ELGIN  IL 60123

> > > http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/

> > >

> > > This is...

> > > ...N of I-88, IL RT 64

> > > ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72

> > > ...E of I-39, IL RT 47

> > > ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25

> > > ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > **** COSTS ****

> > >

> > > 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering

> > >

> > >

> > > GAS

> > >

> > >

> > > FOOD

> > > ...Steak'n'Shake WILL once again OFFER $1 OFF COUPONS!  Other specials may

be

> > > announced later this year....

> > >

> > > ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals:

> > > http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp

> > >

> > >

> > > LODGING (if needed)

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > **** LODGING OPTIONS ****

> > >

> > > I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel.  IF we have people

interested in

> > > an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will

have rooms blocked.

> > >

> > >

> > > CAMPING:

> > > Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...

> > > http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp

> > > ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water.  For more

info, please call

> > > 630-444-1200.

> > >

> > >

> > > HOTELS/MOTELS:

> > >

> > > Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country

Inn & Suites, N of

> > > I-90 along Randall Rd:

> > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html

> > >

> > > To Steak'n'Shake:

> > > South on Randall Rd

> > > Cross over IL RT 20

> > > Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is

> > >

> > >

> > > These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...

> > >

> > > Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:

> > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html

> > > (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)

> > >

> > > Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:

> > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html

> > >

> > > Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:

> > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html

> > >

> > > To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:

> > > South on IL RT 31

> > > Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd

> > > Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd

> > > Cross over IL RT 20

> > > Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > **** NEW FOR 2009 ****

> > >

> > > 1...FUNDRAISERS:

> > > If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit

organizations...

> > >

> > > ...The Lincoln Highway Association:

> > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/

> > >

> > > ...US Route 20:

> > > http://www.usroute20.com/

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > 2...THE ROADIES:

> > > Details coming soon!

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > **** ATTENDEES ****

> > >

> > > ALL invited to this event.  Please invite your family, friends, and

members of other

> > > boards/groups.

> > >

> > > ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!

> > >

> > > WILL YOU JOIN US?  Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about

attending.

> > > The next update may include the first edition of the attendance list....

> > >

> > >

> > > I have invited members of the following groups:

> > >

> > > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group

> > > MI MC Grp

> > > MC Mailing List

> > > El Camino ML

> > > GM Inside News

> > > Cheers and Gears

> > > 1st Gen MC Club

> > > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group

> > > 3rd Gen MCs

> > > 4th Gen MC SS

> > > MyMonte, 5th gen

> > > 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen

> > > National MC Owners Association

> > > Monte Millennium Generations

> > > MC City Revival

> > > MC Forum

> > > WickedMontes

> > > ChevyTalk.org

> > > TriplePlate

> > > CarNuts.us

> > > RaceFansGarage

> > > FullThrottleV6

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****

> > >

> > > 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!  Can we break that

record in 2009?

> > >

> > > Pictures...

> > > ...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:

> > > http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498

> > >

> > > ...taken by MMG's Andrea:

> > >

http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\

S

> > >

> > > ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:

> > >

http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%2

> > > 07-26-08/

> > >

> > > ...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:

> > > http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!

> > >

> > > Pictures...

> > > ...taken by MCF's Inssanity:

> > > http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20

> > >

> > > ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:

> > > http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig

valve.pacemaker [b]...RT 66

> > > drive = Sept '09[/b]

> > > __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

> > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> > > __9897__"We go cruising to entertain ourselves" ... Tracy Chapman ...

'Fast Car'

Hey Paul,



I wondered if you would have the baseball tournament again this year.  I was

hoping you wouldn't, but I completely understand!  I miss a few things on

Tuesday Friday nights ... because I enjoy watching my bro-in-law's and Dad's

softball teams play!



I'd say I hope things change, but that sounds bad ... he he.





> I again will have to miss this years event as our annual baseball tournament

(only the 2nd year)?is planned for the same weekend again, just like last year

:(? I really was planning to go to this, but the baseball games will be pretty

much all day?Saturday and also into Sunday.? If anything changes or our

tournament falls through I will let you know.

>

>

> Paul B.

>

>

> -----Original Message-----

> From: Cort <faithcubs_montecarlo5@...>

> Sent: Thu, 14 May 2009 1:56 am

>

> This is ~2 MONTHS away! For details, please see my previous posts....

>

> If you are driving from a distance and need overnight lodging, PLEASE ADVISE

ME ASAP! I will set up a block of rooms....

>

> You can post here...

>

> ...or Email me:

> faithcubsmc2691

> @

> aol.com

>

> ...or call:

> my __CELL PH#__ is in my signature below....

>

> **** THE PEOPLE ... revised ****

>

> This gathering is more about the people than what you drive. As far as I know,

those listed below plan to join us in July. Will YOU??!!

>

> Bill and Mary (IL MCs)

>

> Ed and family (IL MCs)

>

> Grant (IL MCs)

>

> Jason/Brenda (IL MCs)

>

> woa_its_s00ls (CHCG)

>

> Supra eX-Driver (CHCG)

>

> Bahama Dan (CT)

>

> Andreas (FGMCC)

>

> carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)

>

> pearl83SS (MCSS)

>

> hoseman285 (MCSS)

>

> BADD T (MCSS)

>

> 86LT1SS (MCSS)

>

> Chevyman540 (MCSS)

>

> 217ss (MCSS)

>

> Matt/Euro (MCSS, MM, CHCG)

>

> Chris (NMCOA)

>

> Jake (NMCOA)

>

> mrclean (MM)

>

> tunerlover3 (MM)

>

> blackstone (MM)

>

> Monte Z34 (MM)

>

> Cully77 (MM, 2KMC, MCF)

>

> Brian (2KMC)

>

> Chitown Chevy (2KMC)

>

> RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)

>

> AwsomeSS (MCF)

>

> Adam (MCF)

>

> red03ssmonte (MCF)

>

> 04 Bullit (MCF)

>

> Chad (CT)

>

> 69nova (GMI)

>

> turbov6camaro (FTV6)

>

> Ret.CFD (FTV6)

>

> Vundabar (FTV6)

>

> jrg87 (FTV6)

>

> __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

...RT 66 = Sept 5-16, '09

> __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> __9897__"I'm not the only person with these things in mind" ... Linkin Park

... 'Somewhere I Belong'

>

> >

> > **** THE PEOPLE ****

> >

> > To my knowledge, these people plan to join us in July. Will you?!

> >

> > Bill and Mary (IL MCs)

> >

> > Ed and family (IL MCs)

> >

> > Andreas (FGMCC)

> >

> > carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)

> >

> > pearl83SS (MCSS)

> >

> > hoseman285 (MCSS)

> >

> > BADD T (MCSS)

> >

> > Chris (NMCOA)

> >

> > mrclean (MM)

> >

> > tunerlover3 (MM)

> >

> > blackstone (MM)

> >

> > Brian (2KMC)

> >

> > RocknSS04 (MM, MCF)

> >

> > Chad (CT)

> >

> > 69nova (GMI)

> >

> > turbov6camaro (FTV6)

> >

> > Ret.CFD (FTV6)

> >

> > Vundabar (FTV6)

> >

> > jrg87 (FTV6)

> >

> >

> >

> > Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...MidW

Event = 04/04/09

> > WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> > "Pictures come alive" ... Irene Cara ... 'What A Feeling'

> >

> >

> > > **** UPDATE! ****

> > >

> > > This is LESS THAN 5 MONTHS away!

> > >

> > >

> > > Will YOU join us? Please let me know ASAP so I can plan accordingly!

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > **** NEW FOR 2009 ... THE ROADIES! ****

> > >

> > > In the late afternoon hours, starting between ~3p and 5:30p (depending on

how the day goes), those who wish will take a drive around the area ... along

some of the roads I travel when I drive my older 4 Monte Carlos. The route,

below, is subject to change should road "construction" (term used loosely, of

course) projects necessitate a change in travel plans. The current configuration

is ~50 miles and is about 1.5 hours in length.

> > >

> > >

> > > From the Steak'n'Shake parking lot, turn RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD

> > >

> > > Turn RIGHT (west) onto HOPPS RD

> > >

> > > Turn LEFT (south) onto STEVENS RD

> > >

> > > Turn RIGHT (west) onto SILVER GLEN RD

> > >

> > > Turn RIGHT (northwest) onto BURLINGTON RD

> > >

> > > Turn LEFT (west/southwest) onto PLANK RD

> > >

> > > Turn RIGHT (north) onto MOOSE RANGE RD

> > >

> > > Turn RIGHT (east) onto BASE LINE RD

> > >

> > > Turn LEFT (north) onto WALKER RD

> > >

> > > Turn RIGHT (east) onto ALLEN RD

> > >

> > > Turn LEFT (north) onto HARMONY RD

> > >

> > > Turn RIGHT (east) onto BIG TIMBER RD

> > >

> > > Turn RIGHT (southeast) onto US ROUTE 20:

> > > http://www.usroute20.com

> > > ...Traveling along US RT 20 includes a BRIEF stretch of road that is 3

routes combined ... US Route 20 / IL Route 72 / IL Route 47

> > >

> > > Exit RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD

> > >

> > > Return to Steak'n'Shake

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > > Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

...MidW Event = 04/04/09

> > > WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> > > "He's off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'

> > >

> > >

> > > > **** THIS...IS...THE...YEAR! ****

> > > >

> > > > This is an OFFICIAL UPDATE for the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown

Gathering, an

> > > > event for MANY car-related boards. We are LESS THAN 7 MONTHS AWAY!

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__

is noted in my

> > > > signature below.

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > **** DATE & TIME ****

> > > >

> > > > SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:

> > > > Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > RAIN OR SHINE

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION ****

> > > >

> > > > STEAK'n'SHAKE

> > > > 290 S RANDALL RD

> > > > ELGIN IL 60123

> > > > http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/

> > > >

> > > > This is...

> > > > ...N of I-88, IL RT 64

> > > > ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72

> > > > ...E of I-39, IL RT 47

> > > > ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25

> > > > ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > **** COSTS ****

> > > >

> > > > 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > GAS

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > FOOD

> > > > ...Steak'n'Shake WILL once again OFFER $1 OFF COUPONS! Other specials

may be

> > > > announced later this year....

> > > >

> > > > ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals:

> > > > http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > LODGING (if needed)

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > **** LODGING OPTIONS ****

> > > >

> > > > I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel. IF we have

people interested in

> > > > an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will

have rooms blocked.

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > CAMPING:

> > > > Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...

> > > > http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp

> > > > ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water. For more

info, please call

> > > > 630-444-1200.

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > HOTELS/MOTELS:

> > > >

> > > > Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is

Country Inn & Suites, N of

> > > > I-90 along Randall Rd:

> > > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html

> > > >

> > > > To Steak'n'Shake:

> > > > South on Randall Rd

> > > > Cross over IL RT 20

> > > > Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...

> > > >

> > > > Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:

> > > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html

> > > > (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)

> > > >

> > > > Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:

> > > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html

> > > >

> > > > Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:

> > > > http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html

> > > >

> > > > To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:

> > > > South on IL RT 31

> > > > Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd

> > > > Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd

> > > > Cross over IL RT 20

> > > > Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > **** NEW FOR 2009 ****

> > > >

> > > > 1...FUNDRAISERS:

> > > > If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit

organizations...

> > > >

> > > > ...The Lincoln Highway Association:

> > > > http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/

> > > >

> > > > ...US Route 20:

> > > > http://www.usroute20.com/

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > 2...THE ROADIES:

> > > > Details coming soon!

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > **** ATTENDEES ****

> > > >

> > > > ALL invited to this event. Please invite your family, friends, and

members of other

> > > > boards/groups.

> > > >

> > > > ALL modes of transportation WELCOME!

> > > >

> > > > WILL YOU JOIN US? Please advise NOW, even if you are only THINKING about

attending.

> > > > The next update may include the first edition of the attendance list....

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > I have invited members of the following groups:

> > > >

> > > > IL Monte Carlo Owners Group

> > > > MI MC Grp

> > > > MC Mailing List

> > > > El Camino ML

> > > > GM Inside News

> > > > Cheers and Gears

> > > > 1st Gen MC Club

> > > > 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group

> > > > 3rd Gen MCs

> > > > 4th Gen MC SS

> > > > MyMonte, 5th gen

> > > > 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen

> > > > National MC Owners Association

> > > > Monte Millennium Generations

> > > > MC City Revival

> > > > MC Forum

> > > > WickedMontes

> > > > ChevyTalk.org

> > > > TriplePlate

> > > > CarNuts.us

> > > > RaceFansGarage

> > > > FullThrottleV6

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****

> > > >

> > > > 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake! Can we break that

record in 2009?

> > > >

> > > > Pictures...

> > > > ...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:

> > > > http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498

> > > >

> > > > ...taken by MMG's Andrea:

> > > >

http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\

S

> > > >

> > > > ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards:

> > > >

http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%2

> > > > 07-26-08/

> > > >

> > > > ...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:

> > > >

http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!

> > > >

> > > > Pictures...

> > > > ...taken by MCF's Inssanity:

> > > > http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20

> > > >

> > > > ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:

> > > > http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > > > __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig

valve.pacemaker [b]...RT 66

> > > > drive = Sept '09[/b]

> > > > __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

> > > > http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

> > > > __9897__"We go cruising to entertain ourselves" ... Tracy Chapman ...

'Fast Car'

I think you are just scared of all the Illinois taxes, tolls, etc :)  Kidding of

course.  Sorry to hear you can't make it, there's always next year!  Or, if Cort

can find a way to sabotage your tournament. :)

-Ed





--- In imcog@yahoogroups.com, tadowpaul@... wrote:

>

>

> I again will have to miss this years event as our annual baseball tournament

(only the 2nd year)?is planned for the same weekend again, just like last year

:(? I really was planning to go to this, but the baseball games will be pretty

much all day?Saturday and also into Sunday.? If anything changes or our

tournament falls through I will let you know.

>

>

> Paul B.

> Hey Ed,

>

> Wisconsin taxes are bad enough, that hasn't scared me away but the tolls sure

are a PITA :).? My friend planning our tourney just figured out the date this

past week....but I intend to be at the NMCOA in June so hopefully I see alot of

you guys there at least. Glad to hear about your new home and that the Monte is

still in the plans too.

>

> Paul B

>

>

> -----Original Message-----

> Sent: Mon, 18 May 2009 12:16 pm

>

> I think you are just scared of all the Illinois taxes, tolls, etc :) Kidding

of course. Sorry to hear you can't make it, there's always next year! Or, if

Cort can find a way to sabotage your tournament. :)

> -Ed







LOL!  Don't put it past me ... I could figure out a way or two ;).  he he he



But, I agree, Paul ... tolls ARE a PITA ... and I try to avoid them AT ALL

COSTS.... he he.  Irony rocks ;).







**** EVENT RECAP ****



The MidSummer Chitown Gathering #2 ... a FAMILY EVENT ... is about a MONTH away!

Are you planning to JOIN US?





Contact me via...



...Email:

faithcubsmc2691

@

aol.com



...or call:

my __CELL PH#__ is in my signature below....









**** DATE & TIME ****



SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p





If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64:

Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p





RAIN OR SHINE









**** SATURDAY LOCATION ****



STEAK'n'SHAKE

290 S RANDALL RD

ELGIN  IL 60123

http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall+Rd+Elgin+IL+60123/



This is...

...N of I-88, IL RT 64

...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72

...E of I-39, IL RT 47

...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25

...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange









**** COSTS ****



100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering





GAS





LODGING (if needed, see next section)





FOOD



...KUDOS to Steak'n'Shake.  Like last year, I spoke with the manager, who will

provide $1 OFF COUPONS!  We are also encouraged to try the "4 under $4" meals,

or these options:

http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp









**** LODGING ****



PLEASE NOTE:

I have NOT blocked any rooms with any hotel.  IF people are interested in an

overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will see about

blocking rooms...but PLEASE TELL ME NOW!





CAMPING:

Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve...

http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp

...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water.  For more info,

please call 630-444-1200.





HOTELS/MOTELS:



Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country Inn &

Suites, N of I-90 along Randall Rd:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-11282403M.html



To Steak'n'Shake:

South on Randall Rd

Cross over IL RT 20

Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is





These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31...



Super 8, E side of IL RT 31:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10211930M.html

(NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31)



Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10203685M.html



Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31:

http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/10006044-10230565M.html



To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls:

South on IL RT 31

Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd

Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd

Cross over IL RT 20

Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is









**** FUNDRAISERS ****



If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit

organizations...



...The Lincoln Highway Association:

http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/



...US Route 20:

http://www.usroute20.com/









**** THE ROADIES! ****



In the late afternoon, starting between ~3p and 5:30p, those who wish will take

a drive around the area.  The route, a "ruralesque" drive along some roads I

drive my older 4 Monte Carlos regularly, is subject to change should road

"construction" (term used loosely, of course) necessitate a change.  The current

configuration (below) is ~50 miles and is about 1.5 hours in length.





From the Steak'n'Shake parking lot, turn RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD



Turn RIGHT (west) onto HOPPS RD



Turn LEFT (south) onto STEVENS RD



Turn RIGHT (west) onto SILVER GLEN RD



Turn RIGHT (northwest) onto BURLINGTON RD



Turn LEFT (west/southwest) onto PLANK RD



Turn RIGHT (north) onto MOOSE RANGE RD



Turn RIGHT (east) onto BASE LINE RD



Turn LEFT (north) onto WALKER RD



Turn RIGHT (east) onto ALLEN RD



Turn LEFT (north) onto HARMONY RD



Turn RIGHT (east) onto BIG TIMBER RD



Turn RIGHT (southeast) onto US ROUTE 20:

http://www.usroute20.com

...Traveling along US RT 20 includes a BRIEF stretch of road that is 3 routes

combined ... US Route 20 / IL Route 72 / IL Route 47



Exit RIGHT (south) onto RANDALL RD



Return to Steak'n'Shake









**** THE PEOPLE ****



This gathering is more about the people than what you drive.  And, it IS a

FAMILY event ... so please treat it and act accordingly.  As far as I know,

those listed below will join us ... how about YOU??!!





Bill and Mary (Illinois Monte Carlo Owners Yahoo Group, IL MCs)



Ed and family (IL MCs)



Grant (IL MCs)



Jason/Brenda (IL MCs)



woa_its_s00ls (The Chicago Garage, CHCG)



Supra eX-Driver (CHCG)



KOR3AN (CHCG)



Bahama Dan (ChevyTalk.org, CT)



Chad (CT)



Andreas (First Gen Monte Carlo Club, FGMCC)



Larry (FGMCC)



pearl83SS (4th gen Monte Carlo SS, MCSS)



carlss (NMCOA, MCSS)



hoseman285 (MCSS)



BADD T (MCSS)



86LT1SS (MCSS)



Chevyman540 (MCSS)



217ss (MCSS)



Matt/Euro (MCSS, MM, CHCG)



Chris (National Monte Carlo Owners Association, NMCOA)



Jake (NMCOA)



tunerlover3 (MyMonte, 5th gen, MM)



blackstone (MM)



Monte Z34 (MM)



Dante (MM)



Rich17 (MM)



Cully77 (MM, 2KMC, MCF)



Brian (2000montecarlo, 2KMC)



Chitown Chevy (2KMC)



Paul1965 (2KMC)



silverbullet (2KMC)



RocknSS04 (MM, 2KMC, MCF)



AwsomeSS (Monte Carlo Forum, MCF)



Adam (MCF)



red03ssmonte (MCF)



04 Bullit (MCF)



69nova (GM Inside News, GMI)



turbov6camaro (Full Throttle V6, FTV6)



Ret.CFD (FTV6)



Vundabar (FTV6)



jrg87 (FTV6)





Other boards/groups invited, but no attendees (thus far, to my knowledge)

include:

2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group

Monte Millennium Generations

WickedMontes

MI MC Group

MC Mailing List

El Camino ML

Cheers & Gears

TriplePlate

CarNuts.us

RaceFansGarage









**** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS ****



07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake!  Can we break that record in

2009?



Pictures...

...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G:

http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498



...taken by MMG's Andrea:

http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6lvm.4sn1clii&x=0&y=flr5fv&localeid=en_U\

S



...taken by RocknSS04:

http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/rocknss04/Monte%20Meet%20at%20Elgin%207\

-26-08/



...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy:

http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lgarrity/7-26%20car%20meet/?start=0





10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's!



Pictures...

...taken by MCF's Adam:

http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/minisz618/fall/?start=20



...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online:

http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&preview=1&only_object=1









__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

...RT 66 = Sept 5-16, '09

__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

__9897__"It's the simple things in life" ... Kid Rock ... 'All Summer Long'

**** ARE YOU READY? ****



Hard to believe this gathering is ALMOST here!



Were you one of the 65 people at the 1st gathering last year?









**** NEWS & NOTES ****



This gathering is more about the people; it does NOT matter what you drive ...

just JOIN us!





This IS a FAMILY event!





WHEN YOU ARRIVE, please SEE ME to...

...receive COUPONS

..."check in"





My __CELL PH#__ is in my signature below.  This is me, a pic from last year's

gathering:

http://pics.projectmonte.com/photo/278786/medium









**** BOARDS/GROUPS ****



Less than half of the board/groups invited to this year's gathering will be

represented....  Those represented are noted by " * ".





* Illinois Monte Carlo Owners Yahoo Group ... IL MCs



* Michigan MCs ... MI MCs



* Chevytalk.org ... CT



* First Generation MC Club ... FGMCC



G3GM, 1973-77



Second Generation MC Yahoo Grp



* Fourth Generation MC SS ... MCSS



* National MC Owners Association ... NMCOA



Monte Millennium Generations



Monte Carlo City Revival



Monte Carlo Addicts



WickedMontes



* Monte Carlo Forum ... MCF



* MyMonte ... MM



* 2000montecarlo.net ... 2KMC



MC Mailing List



El Camino ML



* GM Inside News ... GMI



Cheers & Gears



* The Chicago Garage ... CHCG



* Full Throttle V6 ... FTV6



TriplePlate



CarNuts.us



AutoPuzzles



RaceFansGarage









**** THE PEOPLE ****



Even though MORE boards/groups were invited this year, the projected number of

people this year (less than 50 people) is less than last year's actual (65).  We

can still break last year's record!  Will YOU join us?



Ironically, as of early July, gas prices are LOWER than they were LAST year....





Bill and Mary (IL MCs)



Derek and Janie (IL MCs, FGMCC, MCSS, NMCOA)



Ed and family (IL MCs)



Grant (IL MCs)



Jason and Brenda (IL MCs)



Supra eX-Driver (CHCG)



KOR3AN (CHCG)



Bahama Dan (CT)



Chad (CT)



Andreas (FGMCC)



Larry (FGMCC)



pearl83SS (MCSS)



carlss (NMCOA, MCSS, IL MCs)



hoseman285 (MCSS)



BADD T (MCSS)



86LT1SS (MCSS)



Chevyman540 (MCSS)



217ss (MCSS)



Matt/Euro (MCSS, MM, CHCG)



Mike (Matt's Dad)



Jake (NMCOA)



tunerlover3 (MM)



blackstone (MM)



Monte Z34 (MM)



Dante (MM)



Rich17 (MM)



Cully77 (MM, 2KMC, MCF)



RMR1813 (motortopia)



Brian (2KMC)



Chitown Chevy (2KMC)



Paul1965 (2KMC)



silverbullet (2KMC)



RocknSS04 (MM, 2KMC, MCF, MI MCs)



AwsomeSS (MCF)



Adam (MCF)



red03ssmonte (MCF)



04 Bullit (MCF)



skidoo6713 (MCF)



69nova (GMI)



turbov6camaro (FTV6)



Ret.CFD (FTV6)



Vundabar (FTV6)



jrg87 (FTV6)



querro55 (FTV6)











__847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker

...RT 66 = Sept 5-16, '09

__337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD =

http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort

__9897__"Don't tell me that it can't be done" ... Lorrie Morgan ... 'Watch Me'