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Posted by Deneb on February 26, 2006, at 19:00:46
In reply to Really really good zoo!! Worth it! (nm) » Deneb, posted by ClearSkies on February 26, 2006, at 16:36:12
:-)
I haven't been to a zoo since I was in San Francisco!!...about 12 years ago, half my life.
Sheesh, I feel old writing 12 years ago!
Ooooh, what about Ontario Place? Is it a good theme park?
Posted by ClearSkies on February 27, 2006, at 7:03:17
In reply to Re: Really really good zoo!! Worth it!, posted by Deneb on February 26, 2006, at 19:00:46
I haven't been to Ontario Place for many years, and I think it's not what I remembered. It has a wonderful location, right on the shore of Lake Ontario; it has an IMAX theatre; I used to play for hours and hours in a huge playground there.
I don't think I'd meet the height restrictions now - too tall (too old, more like it).
CSIdeas for places to Meet Up:
The Eaton Centre (many choices for restaurants)
Outside one of the great museums - the ROM (Royal Ontario Museum. the AGO (Art Gallery of Ontario)
Chinatown
Queen Street between Yonge and Spadina. Gets funkier as you head west :-)
City Hallum, I know I can think of more possibilities.
CS
Posted by 5 on February 27, 2006, at 7:14:51
In reply to Re: Really really good zoo!! Worth it! » Deneb, posted by ClearSkies on February 27, 2006, at 7:03:17
How is the ethical approval coming along regarding Babblers participation at the APA?
Posted by Poet on February 27, 2006, at 11:07:22
In reply to Re: Toronto BabbleParty 2006 » Larry Hoover, posted by Dinah on February 26, 2006, at 11:39:03
Auntie Mel
Fallsfall
Deneb
Poet
Larry Hoover
10derheart
Posted by Larry Hoover on February 27, 2006, at 12:03:49
In reply to Re: Really really good zoo!! Worth it! » Deneb, posted by ClearSkies on February 27, 2006, at 7:03:17
> Ideas for places to Meet Up:
> The Eaton Centre (many choices for restaurants)
> Outside one of the great museums - the ROM (Royal Ontario Museum. the AGO (Art Gallery of Ontario)
> Chinatown
> Queen Street between Yonge and Spadina. Gets funkier as you head west :-)
> City Hall
>
> um, I know I can think of more possibilities.
> CSI think you did a great job right there. The Eaton Centre is both central, and a heck of a nice place to get settled into the Toronto thing.
Do you know any specific places in the Eaton Centre? For someone who lives so close by, I really am not too aware of amenities and such. I could do some scouting, if need be, but I don't have any idea what I'd even by looking for.
Lar
Posted by Larry Hoover on February 27, 2006, at 12:04:47
In reply to Latest attendee Count, C'Mon Guys Come w/us, posted by Poet on February 27, 2006, at 11:07:22
> Auntie Mel
> Fallsfall
> Deneb
> Poet
> Larry Hoover
> 10derheartAnd Lar's bringing Magickk butter tarts. Don't be shy!
Lar
Posted by Larry Hoover on February 27, 2006, at 12:10:55
In reply to Re: Toronto BabbleParty 2006 » Larry Hoover, posted by Dinah on February 26, 2006, at 11:39:03
> Last time, for privacy reasons, we made the specific arrangements on a Yahoo mailing list.
Done.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Babblefest_Toronto/
Are there any moderator type things that need to be set up? Or is this framework I put together sufficient as it is?
Lar
Posted by Dinah on February 27, 2006, at 12:12:16
In reply to Re: yahoo group for Babblefest 2006 in Toronto » Dinah, posted by Larry Hoover on February 27, 2006, at 12:10:55
Darned if I know. Last time Dr. Bob just set one up and sent an invitation only to those who have said they're going.
Posted by Larry Hoover on February 27, 2006, at 12:14:05
In reply to Re: yahoo group for Babblefest 2006 in Toronto » Larry Hoover, posted by Dinah on February 27, 2006, at 12:12:16
> Darned if I know. Last time Dr. Bob just set one up and sent an invitation only to those who have said they're going.
Oh. Okay. Well, it didn't cost me much trouble to do that. I guess it's just time to start pulling this thing together.
Lar
Posted by ClearSkies on February 27, 2006, at 15:01:52
In reply to Re: Meeting places in Toronto » ClearSkies, posted by Larry Hoover on February 27, 2006, at 12:03:49
> I think you did a great job right there. The Eaton Centre is both central, and a heck of a nice place to get settled into the Toronto thing.
>
> Do you know any specific places in the Eaton Centre? For someone who lives so close by, I really am not too aware of amenities and such. I could do some scouting, if need be, but I don't have any idea what I'd even by looking for.
>
> Lar
>Here's a list of restaurants:
Baroli Caffe
Baton Rouge
City Grill
Duke of Richmond
Eggspectation
J.J. Muggs
McDonald's
Mr. GreenjeansI've been to most of them. Mr Greenjeans is a good place for a large-ish group of people, and it's been there since the Centre opened. Both ends of the Eaton Center have subway stops along the Yonge Street line.
City Halls (old and new) are one street over from Queen and Yonge Streets. Continue wandering along Queen Street and the walk becomes perfect for people watching (and shopping. and eating).
I'm sorry I won't be able to go. I have conflicting travel plans - I'll be driving across the US with my sister, and won't get to Toronto until a week after the meeting!
CS
Posted by NikkiT2 on February 27, 2006, at 15:44:19
In reply to Re: Meeting places in Toronto » Larry Hoover, posted by ClearSkies on February 27, 2006, at 15:01:52
Oh.. Mr Greenjeans!! Thats the first place I had bruschetta *g*
We stayed in the Eaton Marriot for 15 days, and so had our own little entrance into the Eaton Centre.. it felt like my *own* shopping centre *grins*
N x
Posted by Deneb on February 27, 2006, at 15:51:19
In reply to Re: Meeting places in Toronto » ClearSkies, posted by NikkiT2 on February 27, 2006, at 15:44:19
I realize now that I've been getting way too excited about the trip. I brainstormed some pretty wild ideas. I just want to say don't be scared. We're not going to do everything I want to do and we'll have time to relax. You will have time alone to rest and do whatever you want. We can just sit and chat. We don't have to go to every museum and attraction.
Deneb
Posted by AuntieMel on February 27, 2006, at 17:00:16
In reply to Re: Really really good zoo!! Worth it! » Deneb, posted by ClearSkies on February 27, 2006, at 7:03:17
Can you give any clues on hotels nearby? Babblemail is fine....
Posted by Deneb on February 27, 2006, at 17:54:58
In reply to Re: Hey, clear (Lar, too, and poet, and falls)! » ClearSkies, posted by AuntieMel on February 27, 2006, at 17:00:16
Are you angry with me?
I'm staying at a hostel. It's $29 CAD a night.
Posted by Deneb on February 27, 2006, at 18:38:12
In reply to What about me AuntieMel? :-(, posted by Deneb on February 27, 2006, at 17:54:58
Posted by Deneb on February 27, 2006, at 21:11:44
In reply to Re: Meeting places in Toronto » Larry Hoover, posted by ClearSkies on February 27, 2006, at 15:01:52
I found some restaurant reviews. Would this be of use?
Posted by Dr. Bob on February 28, 2006, at 0:37:28
In reply to Re: Ethical approval, posted by 5 on February 27, 2006, at 7:14:51
> How is the ethical approval coming along regarding Babblers participation at the APA?
Thanks for the reminder, I've been busy...
The Social and Behavioral Sciences IRB determined earlier this month that this workshop does not in itself constitute research and so does not require review and approval by the IRB. But a systematic investigation designed to develop or contribute to generalizable knowledge based on the workshop would be considered research subject to review and approval by the IRB.
Bob
Posted by Dr. Bob on February 28, 2006, at 0:37:34
In reply to Re: yahoo group for Babblefest 2006 in Toronto » Larry Hoover, posted by Dinah on February 27, 2006, at 12:12:16
> Last time Dr. Bob just set one up and sent an invitation only to those who have said they're going.
I don't know if this matters to anyone, but FYI, I think the "owner" of a Yahoo Group has access to the email addresses of its members. If everyone's comfortable with a poster in that position, that's fine with me, but if anyone would prefer, I'd be happy to set up another one myself...
Bob
Posted by Larry Hoover on February 28, 2006, at 7:51:20
In reply to Re: yahoo group for Babblefest 2006, posted by Dr. Bob on February 28, 2006, at 0:37:34
> > Last time Dr. Bob just set one up and sent an invitation only to those who have said they're going.
>
> I don't know if this matters to anyone, but FYI, I think the "owner" of a Yahoo Group has access to the email addresses of its members. If everyone's comfortable with a poster in that position, that's fine with me, but if anyone would prefer, I'd be happy to set up another one myself...
>
> BobI didn't know that. I'll shut that one down. It's better, I think, if you handled it again. Why fix what ain't broke?
Lar
Posted by AuntieMel on February 28, 2006, at 8:51:49
In reply to What about me AuntieMel? :-(, posted by Deneb on February 27, 2006, at 17:54:58
Sorry. I started with ClearSkys because I know she knows the area. Then added Lar 'cause I know he's already booked - then added poet and falls 'cause I already met them - and then ran out of space.
No offense - I did a hostel once a few years ago. I think I'm too old for that.
Posted by AuntieMel on February 28, 2006, at 8:53:38
In reply to Re: yahoo group for Babblefest 2006, posted by Dr. Bob on February 28, 2006, at 0:37:34
It doesn't bother me.
But - Lar already has my email address anyway.
Posted by ClearSkies on February 28, 2006, at 9:46:15
In reply to Re: What about me AuntieMel? :-( » Deneb, posted by AuntieMel on February 28, 2006, at 8:51:49
Sorry, AuntieMel - I only know about prickly family members' homes as places to stay in the area. You'd think I would have checked into a hotel years ago while visiting but <bangs head against wall>
Generally speaking, the farther from downtown, the less expensive a hotel should be. As long as there is a subway stop close by, though, you shouldn't find it an inconvenience. Stay away from accommodations near the airport; wayyyy too far to travel.
CS
Posted by Deneb on February 28, 2006, at 10:06:54
In reply to Re: What about me AuntieMel? :-( » Deneb, posted by AuntieMel on February 28, 2006, at 8:51:49
> No offense - I did a hostel once a few years ago. I think I'm too old for that.
None taken. :-)
This is going to be my first hostel experience. I hope it will be OK. Should I bring my own linen and towels? I'm pretty sure I need to bring my own soap and shampoo. On the plus side, they do serve a pancake breakfast! :-)
Deneb
Posted by AuntieMel on March 1, 2006, at 12:05:57
In reply to Re: What about me AuntieMel? :-( » AuntieMel, posted by Deneb on February 28, 2006, at 10:06:54
I think I did bring sheets and towel. You might want to check. They're all different.
The one I stayed in was in Switzerland, so who knows if it's like the ones over here.
Posted by Deneb on March 3, 2006, at 16:10:56
In reply to Re: attending presentations, posted by Deneb on February 23, 2006, at 16:25:21
Dr. Bob, in the program schedule one of the lectures has David Suzuki as one of the lecturers. Is it *the* David Suzuki? OMG. Is it *the* David Suzuki? He's like one of the greatest Canadians who ever lived.
It's on Monday in our time slot. :-( :-(
Is anyone besides me interested in attending the other workshops? I don't want to be alone. Are we all going to do something fun after our workshop?
Dr. Bob, when are you going to join us in fun?
Dr. Bob, am I going to stand out in the crowd? Will I look like I don't belong? Dr. Bob, I don't feel grown-up. What if I can't act like a mature person?
Deneb
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