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Flat Figures Painters Forum => General Discussion => Topic started by: willie on March 04, 2020, 08:04:54 PM
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To are guys on this side of the pond. With all this virus stuff are the going to have a show in Philadelphia in April ???
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If by "this side of the pond" you mean the Colonies, the answer is: Yes there will be an MFCA.
There's been no indication otherwise by the Powers, nor do I expect there will be, unless there is a drastic change in circumstances in the US.
To avoid infection, continue to drink lots of expensive whisky and beer every day. Even if you get sick, you won't care. :P
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Gerry and I are all booked up, subject to British Airways etc.🙂
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Gentlemen I have already started that regiment with Royal Navy Rum. Napoleonic Brandy and Scottish Whisky . I am looking forward to see you all in April. Now stay out of trouble don't drink the water and don't eat the food and stay away from them Women :o ::) Willie
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Gerry and I are all booked up, subject to British Airways etc.🙂
We are looking forward to seeing you both again in the US!
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🤞🏻 Fingers crossed. Although it is all getting out of control quite frankly!! Just had a bad cold what with the weather and the Arthritis is chronic 😩. Can’t close my right hand which isn’t good as I’m right handed- painting has been on hold, but getting back to it, but only 1 hr at a time! Which is rather annoying!
On whisky, and it certainly helps, does wonders for a positive attitude🤪🥳😄
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Nick...cannot close your right hand.....celibacy is good for creativity...don't
;t despair.
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Thanks for that Kevin! Very helpful. Wasn’t looking for the sympathy vote anyway!!😲😂
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At present this is looking rather dodgy for Gerry and I to attend 😩. Will have to wait and see what happens. Not cancelling unless we have to😲🙂
This situation is becoming a real mess.
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Gerry and I were really looking forward to see you all again
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Unfortunately Gerry has just learnt we won’t be allowed to come😩😬
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Is the show still on or has it been cancelled. Going to miss seeing you all. Do you get to Chicago?
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I don't do Facebook, but "reliable rumor" has it that the MFCA show is being cancelled. I will miss seeing you all. OTOH, more time to paint.
Please wait for the official announcement. This could be inaccurate.
Chicago? ...at this point, who knows. :-\
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It would be unreasonnable for us, European of the continent, to fly oversea in these times with a risk of carrying infection. Our EU borders are closed for travelling in and out, for a minimum of 30 days perhaps more. Message is stop travelling outside your own home town, unless you are a justified serious or critical reason. This should apply to all politicians aswell.
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The official announcement of the cancellation of MFCA was awaiting some paperwork being completed this Thursday along with next years dates. Tentatively, April 30 & May 1 as per my correspondence from the Exec committee.
[/size] I am sorry not to meet up with everyone. :( [/size] My office has been sidelined for at least two weeks and will not be surprised if it continues further till PPE (personal protective equipment) become available. [And I don't mean TP ;) ]
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[/size]The solution is Earth needs to be closed till sometime in, hoping, the near future for all this to get under some manner of control.
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[/size]For a minor positive...those outside of England can get the best prices for brushes from Jackson's since the dollar is at a low exchange rate, no VAT, and Jackson ships brushes free if you spend over 20 Pounds or as listed in USD $20.
[/size] Stay healthy everyone.
[/size]Joe
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Ok guys I well mess you all :-[ next year. Willie So fare the Brandy has been working :o Please be safe and we will come out of this like Champs. Crust old flat Painters never get sick to much metal oil paint and Brandy in there Hides >:( Be Safe you all
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Official Announcement Posted on Facebook (forwarded from a friend with access).
The official cancellation Announcement:
To our friends and patrons,
With the increasing spread of the Wuhan virus, and the measures both the federal and state governments have enacted to limit travel and physical contact, we regret that we have decided to cancel our 2020 Show & Mart. It’s not a decision we make lightly, but recognizing that your health may be at risk, and that so many exhibitors, patrons, and vendors are avoiding undertaking traveling to such events, it is a necessary decision.
For those of you who had already made reservations at the Radisson Philadelphia-Northeast, the hotel is cancelling all room reservations without any penalties or other costs to you.
For our vendors, we’re returning your table reservations in full.
On a positive note, we have our dates for next year’s show. The 2021 Show & Mart will be held on Friday, April 30th, and Saturday, May 1, 2021.
We look forward to seeing everyone next year, even moreso because we can’t meet this year.
With our best wishes for your health and that of your loved ones,
The members of the MFCA
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TO Socko 47 -
Joe, what the hell are you smoking? And can I get some? :P
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Pat D, I would be happy to share but I will not let anyone closer than 6 feet away! 8)