Hey fellow Buckeyes! How about a Northern Ohio Get together?

[mistervee123]

Hello to all Northern Ohio BB&B'ers (Buckeye B&B members)! I'm just wondering if anyone (really several anyones) would be interested in getting together in April or May. I have some ideas about what we could do, but who knows.... Maybe have a BST time? Have breakfast or lunch involved? It pretty much has to be on a Saturday, most likely in the late morning to early afternoon. The Medina/Akron/Canton area seems sort of central, and there are a lot of businesses in the area with good food and spaces for small gatherings.

If enough people are interested, I would be happy to investigate possible of activities, cuisine, and establishments that would put up with a strange bunch like us. Just send a post, subscribe to this thread, and we'll see what happens. Give a Buckeye shout if you're interested! I hope to hear from you soon.

Jode V.

[DougieB]

Hello from Dayton. I wish I were in a position to make a journey. Best of luck.

DougieB

[mistervee123]

I think those of use who live in Northern Ohio are in shock from being deprived of a real winter. Either that, it's just a bad time of year to get together. It might be that nobody likes me. Sigh.

[garyg]

Just a wee thought, from one born on the North Coast but relocated Up North by my late Uncle Henry .. perhaps check for interest before setting the parameters .. maybe all the Browns fans go to church on Saturday between 11 and 1? Or won't make bail until June 1st?

Kidding, I'd be interested

[mistervee123]

Damn, I didn't think about that. All the bail companies downtown are closed Sat and Sun!

[NickyBobby]

Too many miles for me...but I'll be with you Cold Blooded Brethren in spirit!

[cosmicdoom]

i grew up in akron, but live in columbus. i'd be in for a sunday meet.

[NickyBobby]

I was born in Akron. Does that count for anything? :-)

[slugg77]

Sundays are probably doable for me, I work Saturdays.

FWIW, I know a reputable Bondsman that will come get us 7 days a week, anytime. Well, a friend of mine does. Not me. :whistling:

[Oasis Man]

I live in Medina. I would be up for a meet. What about at Imperial Shaving? It's right on the square and they have a couple of good and cheap breakfast spots. I wouldn't want us to spend our money on breakfast when there is a shaving spot so close. I know we would all have to bring money to buy more goodies. I could do Sat. or Sun. Sorry it took so long for me to respond, I just found this thread.

[Shady24]

I'd be interested depending on how far away...... I'm in Canton, Ohio... I know there are a few members from Canton and a few from Akron...

[hotreds]

There is a big gtg in Cinci in Oct. fwiw. Might be something worth making the trip for.

http://www.razormeeting.com/

[Commander Quan]

I'd be interested depending on how far away...... I'm in Canton, Ohio... I know there are a few members from Canton and a few from Akron...

How did I not know there was another Cantonite on the board.

[flight567]

Hello from Dayton. I wish I were in a position to make a journey. Best of luck.

DougieB
i'm with you dougie. i'm just outside dayton (fairborn) and being 16 there's just no way for me to make it.

[mistervee123]

It's good to know what people are up for something. I don't know what Cinci has for shaving B&M. I was thinking about Medina, but haven't talked to the folks at Imperial Shaving about it. Not that I'm on first name basis with the owners, but I do much of my shaving supply purchases there. The store does online sales and is WELL stocked with products: Merkur, Parker, Feather, and iKon DE's, all kinds of "famous" name creams, aftershaves, and colognes. They also have a ton of straight razor stuff and other accessories. Visit the "StraightRazorDesigns.com" website to see what they have. It's great to actually be able to go into a physical store, pick up a product, or sniff a scent before you buy. The Medina Square is a great get together spot with quite a few restaurants for breakfast and two good coffee shops--all of it in walking distance. If we can get a consensus on a date and time, I will be happy to discuss the get together with Imperial and maybe arrange something. I think Imperial Shave is open 'til 4 p.m on Saturday, so we'd probably be looking at a late breakfast/lunch get together with a couple hours to browse and shop. Oh, and the city has a FREE parking lot right behind Imperial.

Weekends in May are looking good right now. Gentlemen, cast your vote by posting a message for one of these Saturday: 5/5, 5/12, or 5/19.

[Oasis Man]

I would make any of those Saturdays available except the 12th. I have spoken to Don on several occasions. Him and his son run the shop. Great people. I usually go in there once a week. It's troublesome that it's only 10 minutes from the house.

[Sully2]

Cincinnati area here!!

[bakerbarber]

No love for Y-Town?

I'd even let you start my car for me! It's got a fresh tuneup! (http://www.americanmafia.com/Feature_Articles_472.html)

[hotreds]

Not sure that Cinci has ANY shaving B&Ms!

[mistervee123]

Okay--
Here's what we're looking at: May 19, that's a Saturday. How about 11:00 and meet at the coffee shop that's in the little "mall" above Imperial Shaving. There is parking in front and free parking BEHIND the building. The address is

23 Public Square
Medina, OH 44256

We can have a cup of coffee and get the introductions going. Let me know if you are bringing any noobs or non-forum members... a good thing! I'm driving down to talk with Don today about us invading his shop around noon on that day. I'll post more about this if I can wrangle some kind of deal for B&B members. Come with a list. He has a great inventory. For anybody looking to purchase a Thater brush, Imperial Shaving is the place, but they also carry ALL the name brand players as far as products, both software and hardware.

If you want to talk about life or have some questions about the meet & greet, PM me.

Jode V.

[Commander Quan]

Thanks for spearheading this, unfortunately I will not make it, have fun though.

[mistervee123]

Thanks for spearheading this, unfortunately I will not make it, have fun though.

Darn. I really wanted to see if you look like your avatar too.

[Dusty1]

I will see if I can make it. My folks live in Strongsville, and soon I will be in Akron on business. I will keep you guys updated, sounds like fun!

[Oasis Man]

Was Don able to extend any discounts our way? Sure would be nice to know if my money will go a little further with a discount.

[hotreds]

Good luck, I know how these things can be a disappointment. Alas, too far for me to travel!

[erudolph]

Hmmm... I'll actually be visiting Cleveland from California that weekend. Not sure if I'll get the chance to get to the meet though.

[CharlieFoxtrot]

I'm not sure if I can do the 19th but I will do my best in shuffling some plans. If anyone is interested in a Dayton meet-up and/or road trip to the event in Cincinnati in October let me know.

[NickyBobby]

I'm in. This sounds like fun!

[CharlieFoxtrot]

Early bird registration ends on July 31. I'll start a thread next month and maybe we can do a B&B thing on the side.

[mistervee123]

Don mentioned that he will "definitely do something for the B&B members that day." He is supposed to get back to me this week with the something. Let's hope....

[mistervee123]

Hello to all who expressed interested in the Northern Ohio get together this Saturday 5/19 at 22 Public Square in Medina. Anyone who would like to join us including possible wet-shaving "converts" is welcome. Again, we can meet at the coffee shop upstairs sometime between 10:30 and 11:00. If I remember right, the coffee shop is called Muddy Waters. Pay parking is available out front; free parking is offered behind the shop. The one-way streets around the square can make it a little confusing.

After introductions, we can head down to Imperial Shaving. Don has graciously offered a 10% discount on all products for those who physically visit the shop that day. It's hard to beat that kind offer... especially on of the premium products that Imperial sells (Thater & Simpson brushes, Merkur, Feather, iKon, Castle Forbes, T&H, Trumper, TOBS, Proraso, DE blades, customs straight razors, etc., etc.). If we have enough people, he may even do a give away of some kind. The Imperial Shaving web site is listed under StraightRazorDesigns (http://www.straightrazordesigns.com/) (click this link), if you'd like to window/monitor shop beforehand.

Feel free to bring some products for PIF or trade. I'm bringing a few things (cream, pre-shave, AS's, blades, and more) that didn't "make the cut," but they are brand new, and someone hopefully will give them a new home.

Please PM me to let me know if you are coming. It would be nice if I can give a fairly firm number to Don, so he's ready for us. If you would like, I can provide my cell phone number too. Hope to see you that day.

[hotreds]

Have fun- simply too far for me.

[Omak]

bah, I'm a newb who will be in Medina from Toledo that day but very busy all day. That's unfortunate.

[mistervee123]

The get together in Medina came off pretty well. We only had a few guys show, but it's a way to start. We had a couple cups of coffee and some bagels, then headed downstairs. Don and his sons at Imperial Shave treated us well, and we had a great time exploring his wide ranging inventory. He said to keep an eye on the StraightRazorDesigns.com web site, because he's going to be adding more lines in the very near future. Can't wait to see what he comes up with. The shop is already an amazing place to visit and actually handle the merchandise before buying, which I did plenty of.

It was great to get to meet and talk with you guys who were there. It would be nice to arrange another one in 6 months or so. If you're interested in a get together, keep an eye on the forum here, and I'll post a thread. Or, if you get a "wild hair" to do something else in the area, PM or post up a thread.

Jode

[vocalistbob]

Did this get-together ever take place? Anybody interested in getting together in July?

[BearHeart]

Pretty good stuff, for some no good Buckeyes.:a49:

[slugg77]

Pretty good stuff, for some no good Buckeyes.:a49:

Now listen hear, my brother is in Bellingham and I will send him to see you with a fresh crop of tomatoes! I mean, Western Washington can't be that big right?

[BearHeart]

I was born in Michigan. My brother inlaw lives in Ohio and sends my kids things like poop on Michigan shirts. All in good fun.

[bakerbarber]

Let's meet up at Great Lakes Brewery in Cleveland!!!