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Canadian Grand Prix Birmingham Brunch

Discussion in 'South Central - USA (TN, MS, AL, GA)' started by Drew Altemara, Jun 1, 2010.

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  1. Drew Altemara

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    #1 Drew Altemara, Jun 1, 2010
    Hey Birmingham guys,

    Roy King and I were talking about getting together in Birmingham Sunday June 13 to watch the Canadian Grand Prix. I think it starts 11AM Central.

    You guys interested? Everyone invited. And if so, anybody suggest a place that would let us watch it. Roy suggested:

    http://avorestaurant.com/AvoDram_Brunch.pdf

    But I think we're completely open.

    Drew
     
  2. branko

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    #2 branko, Jun 1, 2010
    That works for me.
     
  3. rfking

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    #3 rfking, Jun 1, 2010
    I've never been there, but I know they have a TV in the bar, and they are open for brunch on Sunday. Thought I might drop by next Sunday am and check the place out.

    Please speak up if you've been there and have an opinion, or if you know a great place.

    Roy
     
  4. rfking

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    #4 rfking, Jun 6, 2010
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    I went by Avo this morning about 11:30 and spoke to the Manager - Brett, about watching -AND LISTENING to the Canadian GP next Sunday morning.

    He said that indeed he doesn't normally turn the volume on for events, but that if we all sat around one of the televisions that we could have the volume up enough to hear what was going on. In the picture below you can see 2 of the 3 TVs in the bar area, so if only 5 of us show up we can sit at the bar and watch and have brunch if interested.

    He said there is also a nice lounge upstairs if there are a few more people - but I don't think they serve food up there.

    Anyway - they seemed very accommodating this morning. Still, after my last Canadian GP organizing event I am not accepting responsibility for how it goes.

    As far as parking for the Ferraris, there was plenty close by in case you want to bring yours. I'm between cars at the moment I'm sad to say.

    So right now I think it is me, Diana, Drew, his son, and Branko.

    See ya. We need to bring the team some luck!

    Roy
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  5. Drew Altemara

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    #5 Drew Altemara, Jun 6, 2010
    Thanks for taking the time to check things out. I think we'll get ther around 10:30.

    Did you happen to notice if there is parking behind the building? I looked at it on Google Earth and it looked like there was.

    And Roy, We are holding you personally responsible for not only the viewing but for a Ferrari 1-2.

    Drew
     
  6. rfking

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    #6 rfking, Jun 6, 2010
    There are several safe looking places on the street, but no dedicated parking that I know of. If I get there first I'll snag a place next to the end for you.

    1-2 eh?
     
  7. Drew Altemara

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    #7 Drew Altemara, Jun 12, 2010
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    Looking forward to seeing you folks tomorrow.

    Bringing the F40, a little dirty, but Enzo would be proud.

    Come on over you other BHM Tifosi.

    Regards,

    Drew
     
  8. rfking

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    #8 rfking, Jun 12, 2010

    Diana and I will be there around 10:30 or so.

    SeeYa!
     
  9. branko

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    #9 branko, Jun 13, 2010
    Bringing the F40! I can hardly wait!
     
  10. branko

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    #10 branko, Jun 13, 2010
    Well, I just got back from Avo and watching the Canadian Grand Prix with Ferrari getting third. There was a nice group of people watching the event but the highlight of the day was after the race was over Drew gave me a ride in the F40! This was my first ride in an F40. All I can say is WOW!!!!! The acceleration is off the chart, downright scary. You have to make sure you are pointed in a straight line before you punch it, or it could get away from you. Thanks again, Drew.
     
  11. Drew Altemara

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    #11 Drew Altemara, Jun 14, 2010
    That was a lot of fun. And Roy gets 10 attaboys for finding a great place to watch the race.
     
  12. rfking

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    #12 rfking, Jun 18, 2010
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    The man and his car!
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