LOCATION:
The Beckman Center (known for their virtual reality research) on the
University of Illinois Campus, Champaign, IL. Visit the online maps:
I57 to Beckman Center
Beckman Center to Pogo Studio
DIRECTIONS FROM CHICAGO:
I-57 S. to University Ave. Exit (E)
Follow University Avenue probably four or five miles, the Beckman Center
takes up nearly a block between Wright and Mathews, it will be on your
right. Take the next right after the Beckman onto Mathews, and park in the
structure immediately to your left or on the street. We will meet at the
East facing door of the Beckman.
Then we will convene at Pogo Recording Studio owned by long time member Mark
Rubel. Pogo Studio is at 35 Taylor Street, Champaign, IL 61820-4020.
Phone: (217) 351-8155.
Pogo Studio Website
DIRECTIONS TO POGO STUDIO:
From I-57S, take the University Ave. exit (E), and follow University into
downtown Champaign (a couple of miles). Turn left onto Walnut St. (the next
light after Neil- it's one way) for two blocks, and then turn right onto
Main St. at the Skins 'n Tins Drum Shop. Take the next right onto Market
St., then take the next right onto Taylor St.- the studio is the bright red
door halfway down the block on your left. There's a doorbell/intercom just
next to the door- push for doorbell only, no need to push to talk.
PARKING FOR POGO STUDIO:
Don't park in the parking lot across the street, or in the loading zone right in
front of the studio. There are various parking lots in the neighborhood - no
need to feed the meters on weekends.
PLACES TO STAY:
If you don't want to make the drive to and from in one day, there are a
number of hotels and motels in the area and also the inexpensive
Robeson Hall where you can stay.
RSVP:
Your kind response (so we can estimate head count) would be appreciated to
either:
ears@ears-chicago.org or
pegasusrecording@ameritech.net
OCTOBER IS DUES MONTH:
Dues are Due: It's that time of the year again. Send your $25 dues check
to: EARS c/o Pegasus P.O. Box 578903, Chicago, IL 60657 or bring it to the
next meeting.
OFFICER NOMINATIONS:
Elections are in November so nominations are being taken. If you think you or
someone you know would make a good EARS president, come to the next meeting and
nominate them. If you can't make it to the meeting, then nominate them by
e-mail at ears@ears-chicago.org
Mary Mazurek - President
