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Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 11, 2010, 07:27:00 AM
Ladies and Genitalmen,  I am pleased to announce that next years Gathering will be back in Rockford/Freeport Illinois.  Lord willing we will have the Rockford Speedway once again, with picnic and activities in Freeport at Krape Park.

This is the tenth anniversary for this gathering and we want it to be HUGE.  We have the website CapriGathering.com for information and the updates that will be forthcoming.  We want all of you to get the word out about this special event.  We want cars there from all 48 states (Alaska and Hawaii are excused, but welcome)

So please help us make this the biggest Gathering ever.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: David Young on July 14, 2010, 04:55:00 AM
Do you have any date in mind yet?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 15, 2010, 01:42:00 AM
We will have to wait until next year for a date.  We need to find an open date at the track, and they won't know until around feb.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 17, 2010, 02:27:00 AM
B-O-C (Bag of crap) next year will be items sent in my members.  If no one sends anything, there will be no B-O-C.  If you happen upon items that you think would be cool to add, send them to me.  Quantity should be at least 50 pcs.  We are expecting a huge turn out for this gathering.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on February 11, 2011, 07:46:00 AM
I just got back from the Rockford Speedway and was told that they no longer rent out the track on race nights.  So, we will not have the racetrack for this years gathering.

This years Mid-America Capri Gathering will be on August 13th.  We will meet up in Krape Park, and then later in the afternoon go to downtown Freeport for our annual cruise night.

We look forward to seeing everyone here.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on February 11, 2011, 01:25:00 PM
aww thats ok!! trakc or no track rain or shine hell or high water us capri owners ALWAYS no how to have a good time !!!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on February 11, 2011, 03:34:00 PM
I don't think there is a motel that has free porn and will let us get rowdy and spit fire out of our exhausts at 2am around here.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on February 11, 2011, 05:41:00 PM
HAHAHAAAAAAAAA HAAAA nah its ok rocketman fixed that anyway so he ruined that fun !!!

dont worry you will still be able to use mine and madisons room to store the beer !!! and who ever else needs a bed to bunk with *cough* matt *cough*
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on February 12, 2011, 08:19:00 AM
I am sorry to hear about the track....  but it will be fun even without the track....

Rick and I are supposed to be in St. Louis that weekend..or at least Rick for a race... so we have some scheduling issues to work out...  I will try and get our cars to the meet, even if Rick and I can't join in for this years MACG...  

Please take lots of pictures so we can see what we missed... if we can't make it....   Everyone, have those camaras ready!

Dr. Bob, I will call you to discuss our plans later this week....

I can't wait.... the 10th anniversary of the MACG....  this is a sign that Warmer weather is coming!!!!!   Party time!!!!!

Cheryl and the Stone gang
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 NA  Dynamic White
94 NA  Reef Green
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Rocketman on February 12, 2011, 10:39:00 AM
I am really looking forward to the meet this year regardless of where we're at!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on February 12, 2011, 04:20:00 PM
me too very excited !!! hopefully my car is 100% by then >.<
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on February 13, 2011, 01:22:00 AM
We need to get the word out far and wide.  Josh, you work for Ford (in a round about way)  Can you see if there is anything you can do to get the word out through corporate?  could corporate get the word out to dealers across the country so they can tell their customers?  

We need to get the word out in car magazines, internet sites, and any other way.  If there is a company that deals with Capri parts, we need to invite them to the gathering, and/or have them help get the word out.

Remember, this is YOUR gathering, and it will only be as good as YOU make it.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on February 13, 2011, 04:53:00 AM
Just a reminder (for those who don't know) that Bob is the MC and originator (and perhaps ruler of Mid-America Capridom).  Not only that, but the event comes home to Freeport, IL (near Rockford) where it got its start!  This is the first time we have joined the City's Annual Cruise Night.

I am working on at least one logo item for the event depending on $.

We want to make this the largest event of its kind.  Can we beat a 36-car turnout?  Mark your calendar for August 13!  Combine it with a trip to Chicago or historic Galena, Illinois.  Make it a stop on your way to Milwaukee or LA or DC, but plan on attending.  Let's use this as an opportunity to get the most Capris in one place that have ever been in one place!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on February 13, 2011, 08:11:00 AM
i can try my best,i will make a craiglist add for multiple areas many more can help, Russ you have the ebay skills i will send you some money if you can make an EBAY sale add for it,

side note: depending on when the movie comes out, my capri was a main car in an upcoming movie called Restitution staring tom Arnold, if the movie is release before macg i will be getting 50+ copies for the bag o crap
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: CapriTypeR on February 13, 2011, 08:15:00 AM
Mark-
If the logoed item is a shirt, we have a member here that would probably be happy to help. I can email me, as well, and have him get a hold of you......
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on February 13, 2011, 08:31:00 AM
Russ, I have already been in contact with our california member.  The design has not been finalized yet because we have 6 months until the gathering, and don't know how many people are going to show up.  around june I will be ordering shirts.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on February 13, 2011, 03:20:00 PM
Thanks Russ,

But as you can see, Bob in handling the shirt.  I'm looking at a couple of other things that I haven't made my mind up about yet - still exploring options.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: itsmeisatu on February 14, 2011, 04:49:00 AM
I will provide 50 buttons.
George

 (http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b42/itsmeisatu/MACG10.jpg)
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on February 14, 2011, 05:15:00 AM
i like the bottons !!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on February 14, 2011, 05:45:00 AM
Georgeorgeorgeorge, I hope you and the wife will be coming.  

Our second year we had buttons by George, and that was when we became official.  The buttons made us an official group.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on February 16, 2011, 04:04:00 AM
and we also have t-shirts that makes us EXTRA official
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Grace on February 24, 2011, 07:06:00 AM
Where is Krape Park and where is everybody staying, do you have any details, prices addmission and the like?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on February 24, 2011, 10:17:00 AM
Krape Park is in Freeport, IL.  The event is August 13th.  More information will be posted when it becomes available.  cost will probably be around $30, and registration will start in a couple months.  We still have 6 months to get things iron'd out.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: bhazard on February 24, 2011, 01:25:00 PM
Not sure ill make it to this one...its a bit further for me. Maybe ill advertise some of the parts I still have shortly before and if I can maybe some of my money back from the trip ill come.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on February 25, 2011, 06:11:00 AM
Come on biohazard you can make it.....oh wait you have that festiva..........
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: bhazard on February 25, 2011, 02:50:00 PM
Which means I can haul my parts out there for people that want em  (http://smile.gif)  

Still got two nice complete doors...
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on February 28, 2011, 11:28:00 AM
Does anyone have any pictures from the 1st and the 5th MACG?  

Since this is the 10th Anniversary of the MACG...  I am working on a special project, but need a few pictures from the 1st and the 5th Capri Gathering...  

If anyone could help.. that would be great...  You can email me the pictures at rcstone@home.ffni.com or indianseamless@aol.com.

Thanks in advance,
Cheryl Stone
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue x 2
94 NA  Dynamic White
94 NA  Reef Green
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on February 28, 2011, 12:52:00 PM
I have one picture from the 1st gathering and that is only because some company used that pic of my car to sell soft tops.  I forgot to bring my camera to the 5th.  A couple of the people who came to the 1st are on yahoo groups.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on March 25, 2011, 10:29:00 AM
Have found a couple cool websites for trinkets for the B.O.C. (which I hope many are participating in)  Lets make this years Bag-O-Crap, LEGEN.......wait for it.....DARY.  I have already picked up an item or two, and you'd be amazed what you can get for a dollar or two.

visit www.woot.com (http://www.woot.com)   www.meritline.com (http://www.meritline.com)   www.1saleaday.com (http://www.1saleaday.com)

Even if you are not able to make it, but would like to add something to the B.O.C. to make the event even more special, you can send the items to me and your name will be mentioned as a contributer.

Please get enough items for 50 cars (I know that is alot, but we are really hoping for a record turnout.  

If you are coming to the Gathering remember it will be only as good as you make it.

If enough people contribute not only the the B.O.C., but to the event, we will put your names on the t-shirts
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Rocketman on April 03, 2011, 06:02:00 AM
Bob,

I would like to donate a few items as door prizes, can we work that out?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: tellerx on April 06, 2011, 06:13:00 AM
Hey so 13 August in Chi-town so is anyone leaving from Colorado or maybe Ok, Texas would like to meet up with some one going
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on April 06, 2011, 11:32:00 AM
This years gathering is not in chi-town.  We are 100 miles west of chicago in Freeport, Illinois.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on April 18, 2011, 03:06:00 PM
I had a motel picked but they condemed it before I could get the reservations.  It was our kind of place.  Two weeks ago there was a shooting at the motel during a wedding party, but no free porn. Good times.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Rocketman on April 19, 2011, 12:02:00 PM
Ah so my flamethrower capri would have fit right in!!! damn  :(
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on April 20, 2011, 05:16:00 AM
daamn that was the perfect place for us !!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on April 28, 2011, 11:36:00 AM
I am expecting to soon have the registration form up on the CapriGathering.com site.  Matt is working on getting it going.....Thanks Matt
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: darqueyes on April 28, 2011, 11:55:00 AM
So what ever happened to the Kentucky meet?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: CapriTypeR on April 28, 2011, 04:48:00 PM
What ever happened to you??? We haven't heard from you in a while!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on April 29, 2011, 01:00:00 AM
It's getting close to gathering time.  Teri comes alive just before the gathering, so she can go back in hibernation afterwards.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Yuri on April 29, 2011, 12:19:00 PM
hey, i came back not too long ago as well
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: CapriTypeR on April 29, 2011, 12:30:00 PM
oh yeah...I didn't notice....welcome back, grant...
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: darqueyes on April 29, 2011, 02:26:00 PM
What does it matter.  I'm back now.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Rocketman on April 29, 2011, 02:35:00 PM
Very glad you're back Terri  (http://smile.gif)
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: CapriTypeR on April 29, 2011, 02:51:00 PM
Lol, ok! Welcome back!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Rocketman on April 29, 2011, 03:26:00 PM
You too Grant, you getting another capri for the summer?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Yuri on May 04, 2011, 05:52:00 PM
prolly not, gonna try to get my motorcycle fixed
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: CapriTypeR on May 04, 2011, 06:10:00 PM
uh-huh.....you're just scared......
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on May 05, 2011, 08:14:00 AM
haha
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on May 05, 2011, 11:39:00 AM
Hey Yuri, you know if you don't show up we will talk about you.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: CapriTypeR on May 05, 2011, 04:31:00 PM
A lot!!  And just so you know, I will be telling lies about you, too....
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on May 06, 2011, 07:10:00 AM
much to my dismay, this years gathering will not be at Krape Park (the most awesome park in the country),  It will be held at the Oakdale Nature preserve.  All of the facilities were already booked at Krape Park.  Now Oakdale is a bit more isolated and just outside of town, and it is beautiful in it's own right, but it does not have all the ameneties that Krape's has, like paddle boats, frisbee golf, putt putt golf, merry-go-round...ect.  I still have our event in play, in case someone backs out.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: bp021590 on May 23, 2011, 06:00:00 AM
When? What happens at these meetings? CAN I COME????
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: tonlaw71 on May 23, 2011, 06:43:00 AM
Of course you can come!! Every Capri owner is welcome!! This year's Mid America Capri Gathering (MACG) will be held Aug. 13th in Freeport, IL. Registration will be posted on  www.caprigathering.com (http://www.caprigathering.com)  here shortly. This will be my first one, but I hear it is an absolute blast!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: bp021590 on May 23, 2011, 07:09:00 AM
Awesome! Yeah it sounds like a blast. I also see we have the same car... red 91 XR2 ohhh yeaaahhh
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on May 23, 2011, 08:41:00 AM
The registration form is up on www.CapriGathering.com (http://www.CapriGathering.com)  Come and enjoy a day with other Capri Owners.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: tonlaw71 on May 23, 2011, 09:32:00 AM
Registration COMPLETE!! I will see you there! Payment soon, I promise!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: cj cooley on May 23, 2011, 11:13:00 AM
me and the wife are coming for sure and lets hope for lots of good weather!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: CapriTypeR on May 23, 2011, 06:00:00 PM
Excellent! It'll be good to see ya again, Chris. Hows that trannie holding out?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: cj cooley on May 24, 2011, 04:13:00 AM
the tranny works like a dream and so did all the other parts you found for me. i have only been trying to cure my elusive miss that i get once in a while after she warms up, other than that all is well and i drive it everyday! thanks for all of your help!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on May 24, 2011, 09:56:00 AM
are you going to bring your tranny to the meet?  I am not sure if kids will be there, but i am sure we will all get a laugh.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: cj cooley on May 24, 2011, 11:43:00 AM
i think the kids will let us go out by ourselves for once! remember i have 6 kids from 24 yrs down to 3yrs, its hard to find a sitter sometimes!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on May 25, 2011, 02:35:00 AM
Just a word on the registration.  If we don't get enough people, there will be no t-shirts.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on May 27, 2011, 01:56:00 PM
How many do we have and how many is "enough?"
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on May 27, 2011, 02:17:00 PM
As of right now 3 people have registered.  Josh, Rocky and Russ.  It is making me a little nervous.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Rocketman on May 27, 2011, 03:37:00 PM
Dr.Bob - Just forwarded two registrations that were sent in early that were sent to the wrong address (that has been fixed now)
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: cj cooley on May 28, 2011, 02:52:00 AM
drbob, i registered last week when you first posted. did you receive my registration? we are planning on coming and i am mailing money for t-shirts and car fee .
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on May 28, 2011, 05:09:00 AM
Josh, Rocky, Russ, Chris and Tony are the only registrations I have received.  If your name is not Josh, Rocky, Russ, Chris or Tony, re-register.  Thank you
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on May 28, 2011, 04:05:00 PM
all registered and payed for the macg .... WHERE IS EVERYONE ELSE !!!!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on May 29, 2011, 03:02:00 AM
Okay, my fleet is IN.  2 cars registered today.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on June 04, 2011, 05:32:00 AM
Only 8 people are registered so far for the gathering.  Come on folks, lets get registered.  This is how I figure out how much food and other stuff to order.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on June 04, 2011, 05:46:00 AM
how would people feel if we opened up t'shirts to everyone, so we can be assured that we will have enough to order?  Or do we want it to be exclusive to those attending?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on June 04, 2011, 05:50:00 AM
Dr Bob...

I just registered our fleet...  3 cars (the other one not road ready yet)...4 adults...   I will forward check via snail mail...including money for T shirts....

Also,  if you need help... you know how to reach us...

Look forward to seeing everyone for the biggest Capri Gathering ever!!!!!  I can't wait....

Cheryl and the Stone gang
2 1994 XR2 Cobalt Blue
1994 NA Dynamic White
1994 NA Reef Green
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on June 04, 2011, 09:58:00 AM
Bob,

I suggest you open the shirt option to anyone that wants one.  Roger and the Florida guys did some really nice shirts for their last meet and were nice enough to share with those of us who couldn't make it. It's just being neighborly.

Btw, I knew the Stones would register more cars than me!  I hope Cheryl and Rick enjoy being participants this year - time to relax and take it all in, guys!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on June 07, 2011, 02:31:00 AM
What a bad storm we had Saturday night...  we just got internet back up and operational....after electric power came back on Monday afternoon (2 days no electric...not good)..

Mark, I am sure their will be others who will have bigger fleets than ours, and look forward to them bringing them to the 10th year anniversary of the MACG...  hey Mark...give me a call sometime...219-954-1062..  I want to ask you something...

As for taking a break...  yes, I am hoping to set back and enjoy a little more...but- we all need to make sure and help Dr. Bob as much as we can.  It is not an easy task putting on our gathering...  especially this being our anniversary year....

Hope to see everyone in a few months!

Cheryl Stone
2 1994 XR2 Cobalt Blue
1 1994 NA  Dynamic White
1 1994 NA  Reef Green
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: tonlaw71 on June 07, 2011, 11:55:00 PM
HEY FOLKS!!! Dr. Bob says we are up to about 20 cars registered for the MACG. We need more, more, more! If there is any way you can make it to Freeport, we would all LOVE to see you. Maybe we can all talk about sharing the cost of hotel rooms if needed. This will be my first MACG and I would love to see it be the biggest EVER! Let's put our heads together and see how we can get as many cars there as possible. Any suggestions?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on June 08, 2011, 01:51:00 AM
I think all you can do is to keep bugging people to pony up.  A lot of people will make it their first-time showing because anyone with a Capri knows this is the largest event of its kind AND, it is now 10 years old.  Some others you haven't made it for the last few will be back for the same reason.

If we have 20 this far out, I bet we break the record.  Cheryl will know for sure, but I think the record was 35 in Medaryville with the Potato Festival.  If that is true, then we are halfway there.  We simply have to keep spreading the word!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Buckeye Sue on June 08, 2011, 06:29:00 AM
Wish we were able to make it!!! It sounds like fun. But we will be on our way back from North Carolina on the 13th of August. If the twins keep the car in good shape and haven't killed it by next year maybe we can make it then!! (http://graemlins/big-sad.gif)
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on June 10, 2011, 02:58:00 AM
I have been informed by George (itsmeisatu) our button maker extrodinare; that everyone who registers by July 15th will have a button with their name and TeamCapri or Yahoo Groups ID personally made for them.

Big shout out for George who has been making our buttons for the last 8 or 9 years.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on June 11, 2011, 01:32:00 AM
Yes, thanks George!  George has been a rock in this organization for as long as I have been attending.  I can say that I have known him through several Capris.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: huzrddy on June 17, 2011, 11:42:00 AM
Alright I do have the final go ahead.  My local game extrodiair (i know my spelling sucks) and we do have kangaroo meat if interested.  please call me cell or text as I am not on hear much and let me know if you are interested (815)714-3104.  The name is Noah and it will either have to be burgers or a kangaroo roast.  the problem is someone needs to bring a grill or coal or something, and kangaroo is an expensive meat (about $17.95 a lb) hopefully we can get something going!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on June 17, 2011, 01:34:00 PM
We will have a large grill.  Come on folks, lets get the registrations in.  We need more people.  Oh and please don't forget to pay.  Thanks.

The money is needed for shirts, food, park rental, misc stuff and cruise night parking.

If you would like to order just a t-shirt, we will be accepting orders.  Just fill out the registration form and under the "Mods" comments section please type in "T-Shirt Only".  Shipping will be $4.  I have no clue what International shipping will be.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: rcdraco on June 17, 2011, 02:27:00 PM
I may be there if I can get my car in one piece, and keep it running the whole trip.  (http://tongue.gif)
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on June 18, 2011, 02:46:00 AM
This is #10! It's got to mean something to anyone who owns an Capri and especially, to anyone that has ever attended a gathering before. You know who you are! Those of you Capri owners who have never been, well, what a great
opportunity to make an entrance, hobnob, find parts. What are you waiting for?

Get registered and get your registration money in today by mail or paypal. The
site is here: http://www.caprigathering.com/ (http://www.caprigathering.com/)

Plan it as an event on the way to your Summer vacation or, make it your summer vacation - Chicago is just down the road!

It will be the most fun you can have with your Capri (with your clothes on), so plan to be there on August 13 in Freeport, IL.

Just the sight of that many Capris all in one place will bring a tear to your compact-touring-car-loving eye. So throw down, ladies and gents, throw down!

I, personally, have registered and paid for 2 cars and will be bringing additional special gifts! Please be there!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on June 19, 2011, 03:46:00 AM
Since this is your gathering, let me know some things you would like to do.  Lets work together to make this the greatest gathering yet.

If I get no ideas, I don't want to hear people complain there was nothing to do.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on June 22, 2011, 10:44:00 AM
So far we have 26 registrations with around 30 cars.  That is awesome.  I have received 6 payments, that is not awesome.  ha ha.  I will need the money by the 15th so I can pay for t-shirts and other needed stuff.

For those who just want to order t-shirts, please get your order in by the 15th of July.  Thanks.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Colorado1 on June 30, 2011, 04:27:00 PM
Wish I could but with 173,000 on it I may never be able to meet you guys out east. Been away from T-Capri awhile. Mom lived through 3 heart attacks and 2 comas last 3 mos. From a bad operation. What a freaking mess. Grateful for something is better than disappointing for not doing something else-the gathering. Have fun & drive as safely fast as possible always. I do!!! Rob
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 01, 2011, 03:17:00 AM
The 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering is only a month and a half away.

15 days to get your paid registrations in.  Please folks, lets get cracking.  With only 8 paid so far I will not be able to purchase the t-shirts.  Remember, all who have paid by the 15th will have their own personalized buttons, a t-shirt guarenteed to be in their size, and the thanks of everyone attending.

For those of you who wish to just order a t-shirt, please get your requests in.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: sterling94capri on July 01, 2011, 04:25:00 AM
Paypal on the way Dr. Bob,can't wait to see everyone and their cars!If you have registered you need to be PAYING by about now.Rocky
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on July 01, 2011, 05:50:00 AM
come on guys !!! WE NEED MORE CARS AND MOAR PAYMENTS !!! LETS MAKE THIS THE LARGEST GATHERING AND GET THESE CARS BACK ON THE MAP !!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Captain on July 01, 2011, 10:23:00 AM
Could member just show up if they decided to?  I know I would really like to attend, but with 2 toddlers my schedule is never committed.  Also, don't know if I can finalize my car before then.
You can check out my progress at cardomain id Capritain. 2 hrs a day all weekend to the family.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 01, 2011, 11:18:00 AM
Of course you can show up.  But there will probably not be a t-shirt, B.O.C. or other things, but always welcome.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on July 01, 2011, 03:52:00 PM
There will be other things!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 02, 2011, 06:11:00 AM
For those who are contributing to the B.O.C. please let me know that you are doing so.  Thanks
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on July 09, 2011, 10:24:00 AM
Sent the following email to several departments at FOMOCO:

To Whom It May Concern:  A group of '91-94 Capri Owners (approximately 40 cars) will meet for their 10th Anniversary on 8/13/11 at Krape Park in Freeport, IL at 11:00 a.m.  We think this is the largest and perhaps the longest-running event of its kind and invite you to check it out.  Bring parts if you have any - just kidding, but it would be great if someone from Ford were to pay us a visit.  Thanks.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 09, 2011, 10:55:00 AM
Mark we will be in Oakdale park, just outside of Freeport.  Everything in Krape Park was already booked if Febuary.  

I also wrote FOMOCO in march with particulars asking if they would contact me, and I never heard from them, and sent them an email in may to no avail.  I hope you have better luck than I.

Friday is the deadline to get your registrations in and paid for if you want a T-Shirt and a button with your name on it.  Only 12 registrations have been paid for so far.  

On top of all that, I found out my order for spongebob pens my not have gone through.  I am disheartened.  

Remember this is YOUR event.  It will only be as good as YOU make it.

I still have not heard from anyone about activities or things we can do to make this event better.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on July 09, 2011, 12:56:00 PM
That's okay Bob, I'll issue a correction in a few days.  It will give me the opportunity to bug them yet another time about it.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 10, 2011, 11:49:00 AM
Let them know that we will be joining up with Freeport IL's cruise night. where at least two hundred cars will be showing up.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: JJ on July 11, 2011, 04:27:00 AM
What about putting the shirts on Zazzle if you don't get the reg's (sure you will) or even if you do?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: darqueyes on July 11, 2011, 09:59:00 AM
Since I work for a major Ford supplier I have talked to them a couple of times per year.  I once even got our CEO to ask for me.  I was told that if this were a company group (as in the JL French Capri club) they would not be interested in sponsoring.  Sorry guys, but nice try.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 11, 2011, 11:55:00 AM
Here is a list of those who have already paid their registrations.  If you have registered, and your name is not on the list, I have not received your payment.

Josh Sharp, Mark & Thea, Terri Mueller, Vern "The Hamburgler" Hamberg, Shirley Svejcar, Ann Shaw, John Beck, Russ & Diana, Frank Conway, Chris Koop, Noah Kruspe, Todd "The Great" Gatzke, "Pistol" Pete Ristau, Jeff Ford.

I am not trying to be pushy.  I am just trying to get things together.  Thank you for your patience.

If you want just a T-Shirt, please put in the "Mod" comments section "T-Shirt ONLY".  Shipping is $4.  The shirts are looking good, The shirt guy is good at what he does.  I can tell that the shirts will be colored, and will have a picture of a car on them. ha ha ha

Also, those of you who are contributing to the B.O.C. this year, please have your items sent to me by the end of the month.  This will give me time to get all the bags ready by the day of the event, and will make arrival registration go much smoother.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on July 12, 2011, 12:58:00 AM
I'm not looking for their sponsorship really, I just want them to get interested in this car as a concept again.  As a car company, they are in a good position right now relative to everyone else -

They can keep their money; I just want them to send someone from Dearborn to check us out.  A look is not going to cost them very much.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 12, 2011, 06:35:00 AM
Great news everyone....The gathering has been saved.....The spongebob pens have arived!!!!  Whoo Hooo

Now lets get those paid registrations in, and you too can have your very own spongebob squarepants 10 color pen, that right I said 10 COLORS !!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: tonlaw71 on July 14, 2011, 09:27:00 AM
Dr. Bob!

Money will be on paypal on Friday. Sorry it has taken so long. Death in the family and all that...
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Rocketman on July 14, 2011, 10:23:00 AM
Bob, I am waiting for an eCheck to clear. As soon as it does I will send my registration money.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on July 15, 2011, 02:00:00 AM
Dr Bob...

You should have our check...  I mailed it earlier...  Please confirm that you have it, when you have a moment...

Thanks,

Cheryl and the Stone gang
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 NA  Dynamic White
94 NA  Reef Green
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 15, 2011, 04:14:00 AM
Rick and Cheryl, I got it.

To: Richard R, Sara L, Kristian J, Tony L, Justin V, Chris C, please get your payments in...Thank you

The T's are awesome again this year, everyone should have at least one Capri T'shirt in their wardrobe, and a matching one for your spouse.  Get your orders in soon please.  The more we can order, the better it is for us.  The deadline for ordering T-Shirts is closing in fast before it's too late, get them in.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: tonlaw71 on July 15, 2011, 09:18:00 AM
Should see the paypal go thru shortly, Bob. I'll send you a personal email as soon as I have sent it.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: tonlaw71 on July 15, 2011, 02:56:00 PM
Hey Bob,

I think I just sent you 2 payments. Is there a way to send one back to me?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 15, 2011, 10:43:00 PM
as of this moment, neither one made it.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: tonlaw71 on July 16, 2011, 12:26:00 PM
OK, just sent it again!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on July 22, 2011, 01:58:00 AM
for those of you who have not researched hotels, here is a website that has
hotel info for freeport.

www.hotelsbycity.com/hotels/usa/illinois/freeport/ (http://www.hotelsbycity.com/hotels/usa/illinois/freeport/)
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: darqueyes on July 22, 2011, 12:23:00 PM
So who's all planning on staying in Freeport and when Friday, Saturday?  We need another Sunset Inn.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: CapriTypeR on July 22, 2011, 12:30:00 PM
I'm hoping for friday and saturday. Friday to get the cars in place and ready, and Saturday for the after-party!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on July 22, 2011, 04:19:00 PM
We're coming in Friday afternoon and leaving Saturday afternoon.  Staying at the Baymont Inn
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: CapriTypeR on July 22, 2011, 05:54:00 PM
It's that time again!!  If anyone attending the MACG needs parts, let me know and I'll bring them to you! I have 17 cars at the moment, so I should have just about anything you need! From grills to tailpipes, from fenders to trunk lids. I even have a couple of good soft tops and a really nice hardtop available! I have a running, low milage turbo motor for sale, as well.
Anything/everything you may need!

Email me at CapriTypeR@Gmail.com, or give me a call at 847-three seven zero-3760 and let me know what you need!

--Russ
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on August 01, 2011, 05:18:00 AM
Ladies and Gentlemen....

Less than 13 days to the 10th Annual MACG...
Get those cars ready and come and join the fun..

I just booked our rooms at the Country Inn & Suites, as the Baymont Inn had no Non Smoking Rooms left.  So if anyone wants to do dinner Saturday night...  look us up....

See everyone in a few days!!!!

Cheryl and the Stone gang
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 NA  Dynamic White
94 NA  Reef Green
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on August 01, 2011, 09:05:00 AM
ill see everyone there !!! cant wait !!!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 03, 2011, 02:23:00 AM
OK, the gathering is in less than two weeks away.  Here is a list of things I will need help with.

1.  Set-up minions
2.  Parking supervisor
    Parking minions
3.  Registration supervisor
    registration minions
4.  Grill master
    cooking minions
5.  Activity director

This is just a short list with more probably coming that I can't think of right now.  

I look forward to seeing most of you at the gathering.  ha ha ha

You will be glad you came just to see my new shoes.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on August 03, 2011, 02:19:00 PM
I plan to wear dark glasses to really enjoy you shoes...I'm afraid of getting athlete's eye!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on August 04, 2011, 01:27:00 AM
Dr Bob...

Assign us a job...  We will be more than happy to help... just let us know what we are doing....

Give me a call if you wish to talk...

See you in a couple weeks....

Cheryl and the Stone gang
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 04, 2011, 02:17:00 AM
Rick, do you still have the signs you used for parking last year??  And tke car info papers you put on the dash/windshield?
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on August 04, 2011, 04:00:00 AM
Dr Bob,

Yes, we have the signs...we are bringing them with us...   and I believe we still have some window info papers...   We have them in storage with the signs...  Rick said he will get them down this weekend (if not before) and I will let you know for sure how many we have....

If you wish for me to mail them to you, so you have them before hand, let me know...

Talk later,

Cheryl Stone
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 NA  Dynamic White
94 NA  Reef Green
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: waretrop on August 06, 2011, 09:06:00 AM
Hi all,
I'm Kerry, Barb from Pa other half.  I know she posted we just got 2 Capri's.  I'm originally from Illinois (Quad Cities area).  Our thoughts will be there even though we can't make it.  I found out too late and can't get off work.  Unfortunatley it is a 900 mile drive for us.  

Hope you all have a good time and as soon as next years dates are known, I'm gonna schedule a vacation around it.  Kerry
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: fatplants on August 06, 2011, 09:56:00 AM
(http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d172/waretrop/blog%20things/bighug.gif)

I JUST LOVE THIS MAN......

Barb from Pa
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 07, 2011, 08:40:00 AM
OAKDALE NATURE PRESERVE - address for you gps folks - 4433 Cranes Grove Rd.  

It is a mile or two south of Freeport off Baileyville rd.  If you don't have gps, find a map or USE GOOGLE MAPS.

Set-up folks only arrive at 9am.  Everyone else 10 - 11.  If everyone shows up before things are setup, it will screw everything up, and really piss me off. (hows that for complete honesty)

I figure the grill will be ready for food by noon.  Probably around 3 we will do trophys. At around 4pm we will make our way to downtown Freeport for cruise night.  We will have desiginated parking.

If anyone has ideas on how to fill the time in, please bring them on.  This is your event, it will only be as good as you make it.  I have NO ideas on what to do.

After cruise night I dont know what you will be doing.  You can go to Monroe Wisconsin and go to the drive-in theatre (I don't know what will be playing)  There will be live bands at cruise night, and the event does not get over until after dark.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: sterling94capri on August 07, 2011, 05:23:00 PM
Who are the set up folks?Rocky
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 07, 2011, 11:45:00 PM
so far the whole two that have voluntered.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on August 08, 2011, 04:00:00 PM
i will be their early so i can help set up!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on August 09, 2011, 01:56:00 AM
Dr Bob...

I will give you a call tonight to discuss plans for Saturday....  

Talk with you then...

Cheryl
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 09, 2011, 02:35:00 AM
Over 500 cars are expected to participate in Freeport's Cruise night.  

I really hope more people plan to attend.  For those off you that have registered and not paid, we will accept at the gathering.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: sterling94capri on August 09, 2011, 03:53:00 AM
www.freeportcruisenight.org (http://www.freeportcruisenight.org) This looks like some real fun!See you Saturday.Rocky
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on August 11, 2011, 01:11:00 AM
Dr Bob,

How about shelter?  Do we need to bring tents or are we going to be under a roof?  I know they are calling for rain in Northern Indiana all day Saturday...  so trying to decide what to pack for trip...  Please advise....

See you Saturday...

Cheryl and the Stone Gang

94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 Dynamic White
94 Reef Green
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 11, 2011, 04:20:00 AM
we have shelter.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Captain on August 11, 2011, 04:15:00 PM
Man! Sound fun. Please take a lot of pictures.  More than previous years. Take videos too!  Even though I couldn't make it, somehow I'm so anxious for this.  Maybe for next year.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 12, 2011, 06:17:00 AM
tonite (fri) in Freeport, is "Music on Chicago".  There will be bands playing in the street, and a beer tent for all coming to the gathering and are interested.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 13, 2011, 01:56:00 PM
Another successful Capri Gathering done.  What a great time.  29 cars showed up, which is good considering the intermitant rain.  Thanks to all who came, and I hope you enjoyed yourself.
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Heavensheros on August 13, 2011, 05:38:00 PM
it was a wonderful time !!! had a blast and a wonderful time !!! couldn't have been any better !!!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: sterling94capri on August 14, 2011, 01:25:00 AM
Had a super time,thanks Bob and everyone.How was Cruise Night?Rocky
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 14, 2011, 02:10:00 PM
Thanks Rocky.  I'm glad you had a great day.  It's just worth it to make the trip isn't it?

Now for everyone at the gathering, please send me your photo's.  

drbob5769 at yahoo dot com.  

Especially cruise night pics soonest

if you have some cruise night pics, please go to the "cruise night 2010" facebook page and post them (ya 2010, they didn't want to change their name)
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: drbob on August 15, 2011, 03:15:00 AM
Again, thanks go out to Cheryl Stone and Thea Chesley for their help.  Thank You!
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: Ricksservice on August 16, 2011, 02:54:00 AM
Dr Bob....

You are very welcome....  I know how much work is involved in putting on our gatherings....and the host doesn't get the time to enjoy visiting or looking at the cars....  so I was trying to relieve some of the work load.  It wasn't much, but I hope it helped...

For whomever puts on next years gathering, please know that we are willing to help...just assign us a job and Rick or I will get it done.

See you next year,

Cheryl and the Stone gang
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 XR2 Cobalt Blue
94 NA  Dynamic White
94 NA  Reef Green
Title: 10th Annual Mid-America Capri Gathering
Post by: blue93 on August 16, 2011, 03:10:00 PM
Nice work, Bob -

It was a memorable event and only you could have hosted the 10 year anniversary!