I always loved attending Macworld, and almost entirely because of the people I’d meet and friends I’d see. Until yesterday, I thought the days we could all get together for some Mac love with a ton of my favorite Mac people were over. Then I was informed that a new conference (this is the second year) called Macstock was running. I’m so out of the loop.
It’s close enough to me that I can drive (Chicago area), and the price for a 2-day pass and ticket for the BBQ is very reasonably priced at $150. Plus, there’s early bird pricing until February 29th, using the code macstock50off to save $50.
The speaker list is wonderful:
Victor Cajiao (Terratech Podcast)
Dr. Robert Carter (the Tech Doctor Blog And Podcast)
Wally Cherwinski (Magic 22)
Adam Christianson (The MacCast)
Melissa Davis (themacmommy)
Dave Ginsburg (Suburban Chicago Apple Users)
Allison Hartley (The Tech Doctor Blog And Podcast)
Matt Hillyer
Chuck Joiner (MacVoices)
Julie Kuehl
Don Mcallister (ScreencastsOnline)
Tim Robertson (TechFan)
Mike Schmitz
Kirschen Seah
Guy Serle (mymac.com Podcast)
Allison Sheridan (nosillacast)
Jodi Spangler (Lakeshore Mac)
The conference runs from July 16th–17th. I’ve already booked my ticket and reserved lodging. The more the merrier, so go grab a ticket and join me!