Just received news that I might be assigned to cover a story (can't reveal what story), in a location within the downtown LA area. Probably near Federal buildings.

We might arrive by Friday or Saturday in LA, and after maybe 5 days, fly back to Manila.

Thought of consulting LASK first regarding a decently priced hotel near the area. Or any toy/art related activities from May 29 to June 3 or 4.

And also, would love to meet any LASK who's down for a burger (Astro?) or something.

Thanks!

JAY

lets try and figure a day out to all go grab a bite to eat...and I think there may be some sort of art event during those dates

does the hotel need to be as great as your house pics?

LOL.

I have a hotel in mind, we stayed there once 2 years ago---its along Grand Avenue, near Figueroa.

I may be in. Depends on the day.....

JAY! lets meet up buddy!

if i could afford to take a trip to LA to meet up with Jay, i would. the airfare is cheap ($29 one way) but not sure if i can swing the other expenses.

jay needs a roadtrip to SF

stay a few extra days and hit up the ink & iron convention in long beach!

No LA visit is complete without a visit Chez Muton

Looking forward to a meet up guys---first time in LASK country during my Skullbrain years.

And Carl, I would be very disappointed if I miss that famous "House of Muton" during this abbreviated stay.

I just got confirmation that we leave Manila Friday or Saturday night, meaning, I will be in LA on Saturday for sure.

I think Sunday would be an ideal target date to meet some LASK...afternoon if its ok with you guys?

this sunday? bannedinla will also be in town! cromags weekend!

I would like to attend! Sunday should be good for me. Hopefully I'm not scheduled to work, but I'll find out tomorrow.

Damn =- I think I am out of town on Sunday

I'm good for Saturday.

Astro?

I can do either day, but would really like to do a 3:00 or 330 meetup.

(not trying to wake up at the crack of noon)ha

Just arrived in LA!

I can do Saturday, but might be free only after 6pm or 7pm.

Sunday, I will be free after lunch.

Same goes for me. Sunday is much easier for me, but I can make it on Sat. after 6pm.

Late to the party!! I am up for getting food or just meeting up.

Looks like Sunday 2Pm at Astro is a likely candidate. More info to follow.

Yey! Looking forward to meet the LASK guys

2pm. I'll be there

I have band practice from noon to 3pm but I'll try and leave early to make it there

Hey Jay! Look forward to meeting you. See you at 2PM.

Hey Scott, Ribbon, and Connel---see you guys at Astro!

JAY

So far, an update of my LASK country visit....

My good pal Eric took me out for a quick Japanese feast to a place called "Shogun".....



Had beef teppanyaki and scallops...so good!



Kirin and hot Sake in the house.



Posing with the "Shogun", guarding the path to the bathroom.



More pics of my LA visit soon!