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Posted by karen_kay on July 19, 2004, at 7:36:03
In reply to Re: things to do together » karen_kay, posted by gabbix2 on July 18, 2004, at 19:58:15
no commitments!!! (of any sort unless it involves harwood floors, rug burn and chipped teeth, then sign me up! i'll commit to that! but sadly, i couldn't find that on any site for chicago's highlights)
Posted by chicklet on July 19, 2004, at 9:18:15
In reply to Re: things to do together » karen_kay, posted by gabbix2 on July 18, 2004, at 19:58:15
Posted by AuntieMel on July 19, 2004, at 10:00:26
In reply to Re: things to do together, posted by Dr. Bob on July 18, 2004, at 10:24:32
I think we need a plan of attack. It's almost a year away so attendance numbers are probably not going to happen.
So first, we need to start with a couple of (vague) things, then as we go we can flesh them out. For now we need:
1) A date
2) A duration. weekend? day? month?
3) Number of "planned" get togethers. I would suggest two for sure. A meet-and-greet around 10ish in the morning and an evening get together (with a bar for Karen). In between them we could maybe put together a tour or two?The hard part is the "where" These need to be as flexible as possible - something that could work for lots of people or a small crowd.
Posted by AuntieMel on July 19, 2004, at 10:02:39
In reply to We need a plan, posted by AuntieMel on July 19, 2004, at 10:00:26
We also need to keep in mind budgets of attendees. So, if possible we should arrange things so there are options to spend a little or a lot (cash bar, for instance)
Posted by Dr. Bob on July 19, 2004, at 23:57:16
In reply to We need a plan, posted by AuntieMel on July 19, 2004, at 10:00:26
> 1) A date
> 2) A duration. weekend? day? month?
> 3) Number of "planned" get togethers. I would suggest two for sure. A meet-and-greet around 10ish in the morning and an evening get together (with a bar for Karen). In between them we could maybe put together a tour or two?The weekend of Sat. 6/11/05? Maybe the main event could be that evening? There could be things to do starting Fri. evening, but some people might not arrive much before the main event?
Bob
Posted by partlycloudy on July 20, 2004, at 4:44:01
In reply to Re: We need a plan, posted by Dr. Bob on July 19, 2004, at 23:57:16
> The weekend of Sat. 6/11/05? Maybe the main event could be that evening? There could be things to do starting Fri. evening, but some people might not arrive much before the main event?
>
> BobI think that's when the Blue festival takes place. Hard to find hotel rooms.
Posted by TofuEmmy on July 20, 2004, at 10:24:31
In reply to Re: We need a plan, posted by Dr. Bob on July 19, 2004, at 23:57:16
http://www.afsp.org/whats-new/walk2005.htm
Maybe for those Babblers who can do this, it would be a nice tribute to friends and family lost. The date is the following weekend July 16–17.
Em
Posted by TofuEmmy on July 22, 2004, at 10:17:46
In reply to Re: We need a plan, posted by TofuEmmy on July 20, 2004, at 10:24:31
I killed the thread..sorry! I think the idea of walking 20 miles didn't sound like anyone's idea of a good time? No open bar, eh KK? Well, in lieu of that, this organization is also sponsoring short local walks during Sept - Nov of this year, here is the URL if you are interested in participating:
http://outofthedarkness.kintera.org/
I am still thinking about doing the 20 mile walk. I'm too old and fat to train for a marathon, but training for this is feasible.
Ok, back to selecting a date? or did you want to go back to 7/9 - 10? I think someone mentioned a festival that might cause hotel crowding, but didn't someone say people might be able to stay at the university dorms? I did that at the University of Toronto for a convention in that city once. They let us stay there since the dorms were empty.
em
Posted by AuntieMel on July 22, 2004, at 12:37:43
In reply to Thread CPR, posted by TofuEmmy on July 22, 2004, at 10:17:46
A walk sounds good, but:
We are talking about June (babble birthday) not July.
aside - amazed I caught it.....what day is it?
noooowwwwww any ideas?
Posted by Dr. Bob on July 28, 2004, at 23:57:39
In reply to Thread CPR, posted by TofuEmmy on July 22, 2004, at 10:17:46
> > The weekend of Sat. 6/11/05? Maybe the main event could be that evening? There could be things to do starting Fri. evening, but some people might not arrive much before the main event?
>
> I think that's when the Blue festival takes place. Hard to find hotel rooms.Good point:
> The Chicago Blues Festival is scheduled for June 9-12, 2005.
OTOH, maybe that would be fun to go to?
And there's still plenty of time to book a hotel, isn't there? (The dorms here won't be empty yet, that's our convocation weekend.)
> http://www.afsp.org/whats-new/walk2005.htm
>
> Maybe for those Babblers who can do this, it would be a nice tribute to friends and family lost. The date is ... July 16–17.It would be neat to connect with that, and I'm not sure we need to be wedded to the exact birthday date, but if it's overnight Saturday to Sunday, when would the party be?
Bob
Posted by Dr. Bob on July 29, 2004, at 1:59:24
In reply to Re: Blues Festival and overnight walk, posted by Dr. Bob on July 28, 2004, at 23:57:39
> There was something over the weekend that makes me wonder if a meeting with details posted won't get crashed. Hmmmmm.
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/admin/20040717/msgs/370708.html
This is something I've wondered about, too. A public event like the Blues Festival or the AFSP walk will, of course, be public, but the party I think may need to be considered private. Registration may be required. People were going to have to chip in, anyway, right? And, unfortunately, we may need to be sure we can call security if necessary.
Bob
Posted by zenhussy on July 29, 2004, at 2:36:49
In reply to Re: getting crashed, posted by Dr. Bob on July 29, 2004, at 1:59:24
Don't worry Bob...no need for security as I have no intentions of coming. LOL
--zh
Posted by Dinah on July 29, 2004, at 5:26:51
In reply to Re: getting crashed, posted by Dr. Bob on July 29, 2004, at 1:59:24
> And, unfortunately, we may need to be sure we can call security if necessary.
>
> BobYou make it sound so charming. :)
Posted by partlycloudy on July 29, 2004, at 7:22:55
In reply to Re: Blues Festival and overnight walk, posted by Dr. Bob on July 28, 2004, at 23:57:39
The Blues festival is a good activity because
1. it's free
2. it can be loud and rowdy or (relatively) quiet
3. the weather is *usually* good
4. the music is fantasticUsing the dorms for accommodations would be ideal! Would we have to reserve a block or something?
Posted by Dr. Bob on July 29, 2004, at 17:35:32
In reply to Re: Blues Festival and overnight walk » Dr. Bob, posted by partlycloudy on July 29, 2004, at 7:22:55
> Using the dorms for accommodations would be ideal!
Maybe, but unfortunately:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/admin/20040717/msgs/371900.html
Bob
Posted by partlycloudy on July 29, 2004, at 17:42:53
In reply to Re: Blues Festival and overnight walk, posted by Dr. Bob on July 28, 2004, at 23:57:39
Posted by TofuEmmy on July 30, 2004, at 12:16:41
In reply to Re: *no* dorms, posted by Dr. Bob on July 29, 2004, at 17:35:32
Since that weekend would mean no dorms, if the date was changed, does that open up the possiblity of using dorms?
I think one of the biggest reasons people would be unable to attend would be due to financial constraints. So anything which could be done to keep prices low would most likely be appreciated. Of course, if someone(s) would prefer a hotel, they could certainly do that intead. But if very cheap or free (?) dorm rooms are a possibility, seems changing the date would be worth while. IS it a possibility?
Em
Posted by Larry Hoover on July 30, 2004, at 12:42:50
In reply to Re: *no* dorms » Dr. Bob, posted by TofuEmmy on July 30, 2004, at 12:16:41
> Since that weekend would mean no dorms, if the date was changed, does that open up the possiblity of using dorms?
>
> I think one of the biggest reasons people would be unable to attend would be due to financial constraints. So anything which could be done to keep prices low would most likely be appreciated. Of course, if someone(s) would prefer a hotel, they could certainly do that intead. But if very cheap or free (?) dorm rooms are a possibility, seems changing the date would be worth while. IS it a possibility?
>
> EmI think it makes way more sense to schedule based on e.g. dorm availability than it does on any other factor. The point is a get-together, non? Besides, doesn't it make much more sense to e.g. commemorate the date of my first post, or that of gabbi, or any other illustrious poster <eyes a-twinkling>, than to stick to a particular day that just doesn't work out, logistically? Eh?
Lar
Posted by Dr. Bob on July 31, 2004, at 11:45:46
In reply to Re: *no* dorms » Dr. Bob, posted by TofuEmmy on July 30, 2004, at 12:16:41
> Since that weekend would mean no dorms, if the date was changed, does that open up the possiblity of using dorms?
>
> I think one of the biggest reasons people would be unable to attend would be due to financial constraints...Good point, I'll ask. But we're not right downtown, you know, so other schools might be preferable, anyway?
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Posted by slinky on July 31, 2004, at 12:02:51
In reply to Re: dorms vs. hotels, posted by Dr. Bob on July 31, 2004, at 11:45:46
I don't get this thread...But count me in...hotel please
When?hehe
Posted by slinky on July 31, 2004, at 12:03:31
In reply to Re: dorms vs. hotels » Dr. Bob, posted by slinky on July 31, 2004, at 12:02:51
Oh and I'm loaded
Posted by AuntieMel on August 3, 2004, at 10:46:50
In reply to Re: dorms vs. hotels, posted by Dr. Bob on July 31, 2004, at 11:45:46
That place sure is purty. I wouldn't mind staying there.
The get together *is* voluntary, but I'd sure hate for anyone to volunteer to stay home for financial reasons.
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 17, 2004, at 22:55:58
In reply to Re: dorms vs. hotels, posted by Dr. Bob on July 31, 2004, at 11:45:46
> > Since that weekend would mean no dorms, if the date was changed, does that open up the possiblity of using dorms?
> >
> > I think one of the biggest reasons people would be unable to attend would be due to financial constraints...
>
> Good point, I'll ask.I'm still looking into this, but FWIW our International House, though not exactly a dorm, might be an option:
> Single room with shared bathroom: $52 per day or $900 per 30 day month
> Double room with shared bathroom: $84 per day
>
> http://ihouse.uchicago.edu/residency/residency_short.htmlHow does that look?
Bob
Posted by karen_kay on August 18, 2004, at 0:36:11
In reply to Re: dorms vs. hotels, posted by Dr. Bob on August 17, 2004, at 22:55:58
committee members.. check your email!
(ha! aren't the rest of you just pulling your hair now?)
Posted by Dr. Bob on September 8, 2004, at 22:58:26
In reply to Re: dorms vs. hotels, posted by Dr. Bob on August 17, 2004, at 22:55:58
> > > Since that weekend would mean no dorms, if the date was changed, does that open up the possiblity of using dorms?
> > >
> > > I think one of the biggest reasons people would be unable to attend would be due to financial constraints...
> >
> > Good point, I'll ask.
>
> I'm still looking into thisWell, I heard back, and they said I-House would be less expensive:
> > Single room with shared bathroom: $52 per day
> > Double room with shared bathroom: $84 per day
> >
> > http://ihouse.uchicago.edu/residency/residency_short.htmlThat's not bad for Chicago...
Bob
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