A Sneak Preview of the Famous eNotes

If you've been to eBay Live! in the past few years, you've probably heard (or heard of) the eNotes. Made up of our Dispute Resolution guru -- and very own Chatter contributor -- Colin Rule, cross-border trade expert Sarah Brubacher, and Larry Friedberg of PayPal fame, they're well-known for entertaining crowds in the Community Lounge with their a cappella versions of classic love ballads modified to have an eBay twist.

But this year, we were treated to a sneak preview. We hosted a Voices of the Community group last week, and Colin and Sarah were guests at our dinner at Left Bank (Larry unfortunately couldn't make it). After some cajoling, the two agreed to do a few of their hits....well, ok, it didn't take much cajoling. We were on an outdoor patio, and I think we shattered the restaurant's record for "strange looks from pedestrians wondering what those crazy people were singing about." But at the very least, I think we entertained our fantastic server Milena and David, the restaurant manager.

Because we didn't want to limit this treat just to Voices, we did an impromptu taping of the session, so check it out below. It's a little grainy because we were using a handheld camera, and there's some lead-in to get through as they gather up their courage. But they end up doing a great job, and if you're with us at eBay Live! in Chicago this June, you might get lucky and be treated to the real thing.

eBay Live! Visits Chicago in June

What comes to mind when you think of Chicago? Some popular answers might be:  jazz, deep-dish pizza, the '85 Bears (and Chris Farley's associated "Da Bears!" Saturday Night Live skit), Michael Jordan, or the Windy City. Well, how about eBay Live!?  Yes, eBay Live! is making its long-awaited journey to the Midwest, and we're pretty excited to visit such a great city.

eBay Live! will run from June 19-21 at the McCormick Place West. Those of you who have been to a previous eBay Live! event can relate when I say it will be the most exhilarating and exhausting 3 days you'll spend all year. In addition to over 150 classes and a brand new pavilion dedicated to product sourcing, you can also meet, mingle, and network with about 10,000 fellow attendees. It's always capped off with a closing gala which promises lots of food and entertainment. Previous acts have included Davy Jones, Weird Al Yancovic (singing the eBay song), the B-52's, Huey Lewis and the News, and last year's Kool and the Gang. The word is we'll have another great act this year, but we all have to stay tuned to find out who it will be. (They won't tell me yet!)

I've been fortunate enough to attend almost every eBay Live! event, and it really does have something to offer everyone, whether you're a part-time seller, a business selling on eBay, a buyer, or a new member of our Community ready to learn, grow and make friends. Take a look at the eBay Live! Chatter newsletter from last year in Boston to get a taste of what it's like. You can also check out the eBay Live! discussion board to chat about the event with fellow attendees and ask questions from the old pros who are eBay Live! veterans. Registration opens today, and from now until April 30th you can save $45 just by registering early.  Check out the eBay Live! site at ebay.com/ebaylive for all the details. See you in Chicago!