I won’t be able to join you folks at the GH weekend this year (*moment of silence for my grief*), but I will be there for the AMC weekend. Just because I’m not around to keep y’all in line for the GH side of things doesn’t mean you can go acting the fool and shame us all. My spies are everywhere and I will know if you kids act up.

Read it, know it, live it. Here is the Ultimate UNofficial Guide to the GH/AMCFC Weekends.

You’re welcome,
Katrina

PS: Debbie is already in LA for the events, so if you have any questions, feel free to write me at krasbold@earthlink.net and I’ll get to you as fast as I can. There’ve… been a lot of them, but usually within a day or so you’ll hear from me.

Please note that this only applies to the following events:

The Celebration of AMC Cast, Past & Present

The Main AMC Cast Luncheon

All other events are NOT hosted by the AMC Fan Club and their ticket sales are managed by other people.

Katrina Rasbold

Debbie doesn’t know I’m posting this and is too busy to find out any time soon, so it’s one of those “Ask for permission? Nah, ask for forgiveness” situations.

As I am sure you could imagine – no wait, even WE couldn’t imagine THIS, so you probably couldn’t either – the announced cancellations of OLTL and AMC, as well as the precariously perched position of GH has resulted in an unprecedented crazy, “overwhelming for a volunteer staff” response to this year’s events. We are inundated with requests for photographs, questions about the events coming in from the world all over and absolutely everyone having a question about their ticket order, their name change, etc.

We are working (literally) day and night to get all of the questions answered, the tickets processed and our hair did (we are from the South, you know). Our families have totally forgotten what we look like, our flowers and pets have all died from neglect and our butts have grown to our office chairs. (OK, our pets are fine, but the rest is true)

If you write to Debbie, you (and We The Staff, let’s be honest here – we ain’t special) will get an automated response because she is up to her sweet ears in envelopes and photos and Red Bull.

In the case that you have questions about anything weekend related, please write to me directly (krasbold@earthlink.net) and I will do my best to answer or get you pointed in the right directions. None of those “meaning of life” questions or my head will just explode and there goes my pretty hair. You can also reply to any post on this site with a comment and I’ll get that just as fast as an email and come scurrying over to answer you.

There is an UNofficial guide to the weekends here that also might answer some of your questions.

We are doing our best to get all of your questions answered and issues addressed, but your enthusiasm for our shows has us in a mountain of correspondence and we are trying hard to dig out.

I won’t be able to join you this year for the GH weekend, but I plan to be on hand all smiles and hugs for the AMC Celebration of Cast and the Main Cast Luncheon. I look forward to seeing all of you there, provided I can still walk upright.

Lord Bless Ya, Folks,

PS: Will someone please get Linda a beer?

The Official All My Children Fan Club is privileged to host the Annual All My Children Fan Club Weekend from July 27th through July 31st. This year, the AMC Fan Club Weekend will be held the weekend immediately after the GH Fan Club Weekend and will kick off with a special Karaoke Night featuring stars of both GH and AMC on Wednesday (July 27th).

Hosted at the beautiful and historical Sportsmens Lodge Hotel in Studio City, California, AMC fans will be steeped in “old Hollywood” and will be offered many opportunities to see their favorite AMC stars in person and get to know them up close and personally.

This site will be the primary source for up-to-date information about all of the events at the All My Children Fan Club Weekend, including everything from how to to order event tickets, where to eat, where to stay and how to get around town.

We hope you will join us for this amazing experience. We look forward to seeing you.

Debbie Morris &
The Staff of the AMCFCW

From the sparkling pool and jacuzzi area to the delicious food served in the restaurants, you will be delighted with our new accommodations. The hotel is surrounded by lush, landscaped grounds with beautiful waterfalls and gardens.

The Sportsmens Lodge Hotel is a mere 15 minute drive from the Bob Hope International Airport in Burbank, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the beautiful California beaches. Around the hotel itself, you will find many exclusive boutiques and fine restaurants. It is also only 3 miles away from Universal Studios Hollywood and offers a complimentary shuttle service to the park.

We do have a fan club rate and you must ask for the GH/AMC Fan Club Weekend rate when booking your stay. 800-821-8511 or 818-769-4700 Rooms go fast so please do not delay in making your reservation.

Special rates:  You must ask for the GH/AMC Fan Club Rate. Singles/double are $135.00 a night, Triple/$145.00 a night & Quad/$155.00 per night. This rate will include your parking and high speed internet. Sportsman’s Lodge Hotel is implementing a program where those of you who would like will be able to make your reservations via the internet. For those of you who like the more traditional route the phone numbers are as follows, 800-821-8544 (toll free), 818-769-4700 (local).

Please note that at the time of this posting, there are rooms still available for the AMCFCW. GHFCW rooms are currently sold out, but you can call and get on a wait list for any cancellations.

Check-in time starts at 3pm and check-out time is noon.

Sportsmen’s Lodge Hotel
12825 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA 91604
Toll Free: 800.821.8511
Local: 818.769.4700
Email: information@slhotel.com

Be sure and ask for the All My Children block to make certain you receive the best prices.

The beautiful Sportsmens Lodge pool area, complete with a pool bar.

The hallway to the pool and the much beloved Patio Cafe (EXCELLENT food!)

The newly designed lobby

More of the lobby

The hotel offers both 1 and 2 bed accommodations

You will want to start planning your trip early, not just because it’s exciting, but because this is one of those instances where you may well lose out if you leave things to the last minute. As mentioned before, do make sure your event tickets are assured before booking travel.

Here are some important things to consider:

Will you fly? Bus? Train? Drive? All options are open for getting to the Los Angeles area.

If you are going to fly, start watching for good air fares as soon as you have your tickets to the events. Anything below $300 round trip is an absolute winner if you are more than two states away from California. You should have purchased your airline ticket more than 2 weeks prior to the events for the best prices. Most airlines, plus services such as hotwire.com, travelocity.com, expedia.com and priceline.com offer programs were you can be informed if a fare drops below a particular price.

There are two airports nearby: LAX (LA International) and BUR (Burbank – Bob Hope). Burbank is considerably closer to Studio City and not quite as mired in traffic, but also has fewer flights in. It’s very “user friendly.”

Once you have landed, you, of course, need to get to the Sportsmens Lodge where the events will be held

3.2.a)Taxis are available at the airports. The cost of a taxi from Bob Hope Airport in Burbank to the Sportsmens Lodge is around $35-40 one way. Several car rental options are available at both airports. The car rental facilities also usually have little slips with directions on them for how to get to major highways.

3.2.b)There is transportation called “Super Shuttle” that will take you to almost any hotel in the area provided you have a reservation. You can make a reservation to and from your hotel by going to www.supershuttle.com or calling 800/258-3826. It costs around $25 per trip. When your plane lands and you have your luggage, go to “Ground Transportation” and wait for the shuttle (you’ll see a lot of different shuttles going by for rental car stations and such), which is basically a huge, blue van. There will likely be an attendant there and you can tell them to radio your shuttle.

SuperShuttle (the blue van) services both Bob Hope and LAX.

If you rent a car when you get there, you will still go immediately outside the concourse to Ground Transportation and wait for the shuttle that will take you to the car rental company you have chosen. SHOP AROUND before you book and be sure to check places like hotwire.com, carrentals.com, travelocity.com, expedia.com and priceline.com for good rates. Please remember that if you use a DEBIT card instead of a CREDIT card to pay for your car, it is typical for car rental dealerships to charge a deposit when you pick up the car. The standard deposit at an airport rental facility is $500. This does not release until the night after you return the car or, in some cases, after a few days.

LA Car Service is a family owned private car service with very reasonable rates. Go to http://www.lacarservice.com/ for more information.

If this is your first time to join us for this exciting weekend and especially if this is your first fan event to attend, it is understandable that you have many questions and concerns.

In this FAQ, we will attempt to answer as many of the questions we most often encounter as possible.

HOW MANY DAYS SHOULD I PLAN TO STAY?

That depends on your time allowance and your budget. The AMC portion of the festivities starts on Wednesday, July 27th with the GH/AMC Karaoke Night.  Events are scheduled through Sunday evening. If you were to attend every event, you would arrive by early afternoon on Wednesday and leave on Monday. The main luncheon is on Saturday and is the event you will especially not want to miss.

CAN MY FRIENDS AND I SIT TOGETHER AT THE LUNCHEON?

Tickets that are ordered together and have the correct amount of money included to purchase those tickets at member and non-member prices accordingly will be seated together upon request if at all possible.

HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHO GETS WHAT TABLE FOR THE LUNCHEON?

The seating arrangement is assigned based on the date the ticket was received and the ticket order’s ability to be processed. Providing incorrect payment amount, no return address or no printed order form will delay ticket order processing and seat assignment, as will sending your ticket order requiring a signature. Orders will not be processed if they are sent with a signature confirmation and will instead be returned to the sender. Please read the directions on the ticket order page carefully.

MY NAME IS NOT ON THE CHECK IN LIST, BUT I ORDERED TICKETS! WHAT DO I DO?

We aren't sure who that guy is that she's hugging.

The lovely lady on the right hand side of the above photo is Linda Howard. She will help you with any seating problems.

I’VE HAD SOMETHING COME UP AND CANNOT ATTEND THE AMCFCW, BUT I HAVE ALREADY ORDERED TICKETS. CAN I GET MY MONEY BACK?

Unfortunately, all ticket sales are final and no refunds are provided. If it is prior to July 1st, you may be able to sell your ticket to another AMC fan as these tickets sell out quickly and are in great demand after being sold out. No ticket changes may be made after July 1st.

CAN I PAY FOR ALL OF MY EVENTS WITH ONE MONEY ORDER?

No. You may pay for several tickets for the same event with one money order, but separate events require separate registration and separate payment.

WILL I GET AN ACTUAL TICKET FOR THE EVENT?

You will receive a confirmation/ticket upon the arrival of your order via email. Your name and that of any guest will be on a list at check in. ID must match this list unless changes have been approved by Debbie Morris, Fan Club President. If the confirmation/ticket has been altered in any way you will not be admitted into the event.

CAN I SHARE MY LUNCHEON TICKET WITH MY FRIEND AND GIVE HER MY WRISTBAND HALFWAY THROUGH THE EVENT?

Absolutely not. Event wristbands are non-transferable and anyone discovered sharing a wristband will be removed from the premises without payment refund.

I HAVE SEVERAL THINGS FOR MY FAVORITE ACTOR TO SIGN. IS THAT OK?

Because of the number of fans who attend this event, we regret that we must limit each guest to one photo and one autograph per actor. This allows the lines to move quickly and lets fans see a number of actors instead of just a few. If you wish to get more than one item signed you can moved to the back of the line and go through again.

CAN SOMEONE TAKE MY PHOTO WITH THE ACTOR IF I COME ALONE?

Absolutely. There will be line attendants at each line who will be happy to use your camera to take your photo with the actor. There are no guarantees on how great the photo will turn out since all cameras are different, but our staff will do their best.

DO YOU HAVE A PLACE WHERE I CAN RECHARGE MY DIGITAL CAMERA IF IT DIES?

Unfortunately, we do not offer this service, so please make sure you bring extra batteries for your camera if you suspect you will need them.

WILL THE ACTORS TALK TO MY FRIEND AT HOME ON MY CELL PHONE?

No. The actors are not allowed to accept cell phone calls from fans while they are at the event.

BEFORE I BUY A TICKET, I WANT TO MAKE SURE [insert actor's name here] WILL ATTEND.

There are never any guarantees as to which actors will be able to attend any of the events. We have historically had excellent participation from the AMC actors, but there are always some who are unable to attend due to other personal or professional obligations. Sometimes, an actor plans to attend, but has an unexpected problem come up at the last minute. We, the event staff, never know for certain who is going to attend the event until the last minute, so we are unable to promise that particular actors will attend.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE MAIN LUNCHEON AND THE INDIVIDUAL ACTORS’ EVENTS?

The main luncheon is a huge event that many of the AMC actors currently on cast attend. This is the time to meet a good many of the cast at once and mix and mingle with a lot of AMC fans. The individual actors’ events are tailored specifically toward the actor hosting the event and their special guests, so while the luncheon is focused on the entire show, the individual events are focused on one or two particular actor(s).

HOW LONG SHOULD I EXPECT TO WAIT IN LINE TO SEE AN ACTOR?

This, of course, varies according to the popularity of an actor. Some actors have exceptionally long lines and it is not unusual to wait for quite some time in that line. Other actors have shorter lines. It is important that you weigh out the value of seeing one actor versus many actors. If everyone will abide by the “1 autograph, 1 photo” rule, the longer lines will move much faster.

IS IT OK IF I HUG THE ACTORS FOR MY PHOTOS?

Actors are very gracious about photos and typically do not mind giving a hug for the photo. It is important that fans, even in their enthusiasm, remember that these actors are people and may be made uncomfortable by inappropriate touching or remarks. For the comfort of our actors who have kindly given of their own time for our events, we ask that fans behave in an appropriate and respectful manner. Below is an example of a photo that is within the comfort zone of most actors. We want our actors to enjoy our events as much as the fans do and as such, we ask that they be treated with dignity.

WHAT IF I ARRIVE LATE TO AN EVENT FOR WHICH I AM REGISTERED?

Sometimes, this is unavoidable. After the check in lines have cleared and the event has started, usually the doors and check in lines will be closed. You may enter the event and it is guaranteed that if you do, you will be approached by a staff member. Explain to them that you are a late arrival and they will make sure you are checked in. Depending on how late you are, you may or may not be able to still get food if food is provided for the event. Unfortunately, there are no refunds, full or partial, for late arrivals.

Due to the cancellation of  ‘All My Children’ we have made a few changes to the event line up along with some time changes.  These changes will allow each of you to attend all parties without overlaps.  Please look over the list of all events.  We want to make this the most memorable Fan Club send off ever, so we think with these changes you will agree.

We have changed the theme of our Friday night “Kick Off’” Party.  Instead of having the ‘The Prom’ we want to celebrate the memories of ‘All My Children’.

Our new event is ‘A Celebration of All My Children’.  We will be inviting past cast along with current cast to come share the evening with all of us.  We will do our very best to bring you the best Fan Club Weekend ever.  One I do not think any of you will want to miss.  Neither will your family & friends.  Help us spread the word, lets send this wonderful cast off with more “Love’ then they will know what to do with. CLICK HERE FOR YOUR ORDER FORM!!

For those of you who are lucky enough to attend both events, AMC Fan Club Weekend and General Hospital Fan Club Weekend, we have a special treat.  We will host a mid week event to end the GH weekend and beginning the AMC partying, so come early and don’t miss this event.

Wednesday – July 27th

KARAOKE COMBO GH & AMC – SING WITH THE STARS

This event will end the GHFCW and begin the AMCFCW

Karaoke Combo is from 7:30PM to 10:30PM

Friday – July 29th

SCOOPS WITH AMC KIDS

2:00pm to 4:00pm

‘A CELEBRATION OF THE CAST OF ALL MY CHILDREN’ BOTH PAST AND CURRENT

7:30pm-10:30pm

Saturday – July 30th

MAIN CAST LUNCHEON EVENT

8:30am-4:00pm or until the last actor leaves

KRYSTAL’S COUNTRY BAR-B-QUE

6:30pm-10:30pm

Sunday – July 31st

BREAKFAST WITH THE CHANDLERS

9:00am – 12:00pm

CASTILLO’S FAMILY FIESTA

12:00pm – 2:30pm

OPAL’S MAGICAL MYSTICAL TEA PARTY

3:00pm-5:30pm

Other events may be added! Hope you can join us for this wild and crazy 11 day Super Soap Fan Club Weekend Ride!

If you have any questions please email Debbie Morris at amcfnclb@aol.com or ghpcfanclub@aol.com. It will be my pleasure to answer all your questions.

Follow us on twitter ”Demo530” for current up dates on Fan Club Weekend 2011.

SCOOPS WITH AMC KIDS

Join the kids of ‘All My Children’… Tate Berney (AJ Chandler), Danielle Parker (Emma Lavery), Jake Vaughn (Spike Lavery), Mackenzie Aladjem (Miranda Montgomery), Dannika Northcott (Kathy Martin), Darby Jo Hart (Jenny Martin), Britton Reeder (Ian Slater), Ellah Miller (Gabrielle Montgomery), Michael & Brody McMackin (Trevor Martin) and special guest for an afternoon of Ice cream sundaes & fun!

Friday July 29th, 2011
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Tickets are $35.00 per person
Click HERE for order form.

Send order form and payment to: Sara Hare
P.o. Box 1091, Sophia, WV 25921
or E-Mail at WikkidRuleS@yahoo.com for paypal instructions.

Scoops with AMC Kids will be held at the Sportsman’s Lodge and Event Center , located at 12825 Venture Blvd Coldwater Canyon in Studio City, CA.

‘A CELEBRATION OF THE CAST OF ALL MY CHILDREN’ BOTH PAST AND CURRENT

July 29, 2011
7:30pm-10:30pm

Finger foods, drinks, memories and laughter!
$90.00 per person

Money order only made payable to: Debbie Morris
Mailed to: A Celebration of the Cast of AMC, PO Box 96737, Houston, Texas 77213

CLICK HERE FOR YOUR ORDER FORM!!

MAIN CAST EVENT

July 30, 2011

8:30am-4:00pm or until the last actor leaves

$120.00 fan club members – $130.00 non fan club members

Lunch will be served at this event

CLICK HERE FOR YOUR ORDER FORM!!

KRYSTAL’S COUNTRY BAR-B-QUE

July 30th

6:30-10:30PM

Bobbie Eakes & Guests

Line Dancing and Country DJ
Bar-B-Que Dinner

$90.00 Per Person

CLICK HERE FOR YOUR ORDER FORM!!

Send payment to:
Claire Mullan, 11315 Blue Sage Drive
Kagel Canyon, CA., 91342

BREAKFAST WITH THE CHANDLERS

July 31st

9:00AM – 12:00PM

Fun & Games with Pine Valley’s Finest
Jacob Young & Chandler Family

$85.00 Per Person

Breakfast will be served

CLICK HERE FOR YOUR ORDER FORM!!

Send payment to:
Claire Mullan, 11315 Blue Sage Drive
Kagel Canyon, CA., 91342

CASTILLO’S FAMILY FIESTA

Hosted by Lindsay Hartley and Jordi Vilasuso with ‘special guest’ Ricky Paull Goldin

Sunday, July 31, 2011, 12:00 – 2:30pm
Do not worry about overlapping – we will send someone in to the event to check you in, if you are attending either party before or after.

Details: $85.00 per person, party with ‘The Castillo’s fiesta style! Food, drinks & a little something extra!

Click Here for your Order Form!

Email Debbie Morris @ amcfnclb@aol.com if you have further questions,

All tickets are nonrefundable.

OPAL’S MYSTICAL, MAGICAL TEA PARTY

Sunday, July 31, 2011
3:00pm-5:30pm

Hosted by Jill Larson & friends  (Cady McClain, Michael E. Knight and Bobbie Eakes)
$55.00 per person

CLICK HERE FOR YOUR ORDER FORM!!

Send payment to:
Claire Mullan, 11315 Blue Sage Drive
Kagel Canyon, CA., 91342

For those of you who are lucky enough to attend both events AMC Fan Club and General Hospital we have a special treat, we will host a mid week event to end the GH weekend and beginning the AMC partying. So come early and don’t miss this event.

KARAOKE COMBO GH & AMC Stars Sing with the Stars
Hosted by Sean Blakemore, Andrea Bogart, Adrianna Leon, John J. York, (GH), Natalie Hall,  Stephanie Gatschet, Chrinstina Bennett Lind (AMC)

July 27th 7:30-10:30 PM

$65.00 One drink, Appetizers, Snacks.

Sing along with Sean Blakemore, Andrea Bogart, Adrianna Leon and John J. York from General Hospital and Stephanie Gatschet, Natalie Hall, Trent Garrett and Christina Bennett Lind from All My Children.

Contact: Claire Mullan @ clairemullan@ca.rr.com

CLICK HERE FOR YOUR ORDER FORM!!

Send payment to:
Claire Mullan, 11315 Blue Sage Drive
Kagel Canyon, CA., 91342

Other events may be added! Hope you can join us for this wild and crazy 11 day Super Soap Fan Club Weekend Ride!

If you have any questions please email Debbie Morris at amcfnclb@aol.com or ghpcfanclub@aol.com. It will be my pleasure to answer all your questions.

Click on the links below to see personal photos of the previous years of this event:

• AMCLA FCW – 2010 Main Luncheon
• AMCLA FCW 2010 – Karaoke Night
• AMCLA FCW 2010 – Kick Off Party
• AMCLA FCW 2010 – Krystal’s BBQ
• AMCLA FCW 2010 – The Chandler Brunch

You will need to use your browser’s “back” button to navigate back to this page after viewing each year’s photos.