Michael Jon Snow Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 One Con, we had fruit and it was an utter disaster. Fruit juice got everywhere and it was sooo sticky. And despite the knives being put away, some freak still found the hugeass butcher knife. I don't want to rain on anyone's parade, but of the last 6 congoing years, that is something I would highly suggest avoiding.I know what you mean. They can be a disaster. Do them wrong and it is a huge, sticky, mess. Done right, and they are awesome!ETA: Just reserved our room for the convention. Went with the convention hotel as it is easier to stagger home that way. At this point we are planning to get in late Thursday and help out on Friday. Put us to work. Of course all plans are subject to change as life seems to get in the way sometimes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nadine Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 Race and I will be coming up Sat morning and spending the night. My son will be going with us as its his birthday Oct 17th. :D My daughter may come as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ixodes Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 Race and I will be coming up Sat morning and spending the night. My son will be going with us as its his birthday Oct 17th. :D My daughter may come as well.That's my plan, too. Won't be able to make it Friday night but I will leave early Sat morning and stay the night. I think that's awesome your son will be going!It'll be great seeing some familiar faces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eveleal Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Any idea when the program is going to be released...on the fence about booking my flight now or waiting (live in Atlanta GA) to see exactly when George will be making an appearance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasteen1979 Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 He will be involved with programming on Fri, Sat, and Sun...but his keynote will be on Saturday afternoon. The program will probably be up toward the end of the week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Jon Snow Posted October 1, 2009 Share Posted October 1, 2009 White-raven and I just registered. Looking forward to the fun.Cool Chat, does that mean you are coming in for the convention? Old haunts and all that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ixodes Posted October 4, 2009 Share Posted October 4, 2009 I might. Although money is tight, I might be able to use AmEx points for the flight. James isn't here that weekend, and Darling will be hunting...so, my BIG PLANS were initially to clean the floor throughout the house, and focus on the baseboards.Let's see, baseboards vs. GRRM...:) NOT much of a choice, there!That would be awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beniowa Posted October 5, 2009 Share Posted October 5, 2009 Due to a variety of reasons, I'm won't be able to attend the convention. I'll have to catch GRRM another time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsavong Lah Posted October 6, 2009 Share Posted October 6, 2009 I'm going to be driving up from south western MN on Friday. This will be my first con and I can't tell you how excited I am. There's a chance I'll need to leave after his keynote to get back to southern MN by later Saturday evening.I'm up for any BwB events going on Friday and will be more than willing to contribute a good monetary sum to help make sure things are covered and done well. I'll just need to get information on where to be and when for all this stuff. Thankfully I have friends in Fargo so I don't need to worry about a hotel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beniowa Posted October 7, 2009 Share Posted October 7, 2009 We will miss you, Ben!I just bought my tickets. I will be arriving on Friday night.Thanks! I'll miss you guys too. Be sure to have fun everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasteen1979 Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 Hey everyone! As we're getting pretty damn close to party time, I thought I should hop on and give an update. The program for con goes to the printer tomorrow, so I assume that the full thing should be available online this weekend. A little late, I know, but I have nothing to do with that part of things, so don't shoot the messenger!I have everything for the room pretty well in hand. Decor is taken care of. Gift bag for GRRM is done. I'll be picking up food, soda, water, hard liquor, and paper products this weekend. I will accept any and all donations of beer, ice, and cash. As far as when we're going to kick people out, I haven't a clue. My understanding is that the party rooms have to be open to all from 8pm-2am. I'll confirm that tommorow to be sure.We won't find out until Thursday night when we can get into the room on Friday, but, once again, anyone that will be here early on Friday and would like to help set up the room is welcome and appreciated! Send me a message and I'll provide my cell phone number.I can't wait to meet all of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nehet Posted October 13, 2009 Share Posted October 13, 2009 I'm going to be there with a friend of mine (my husband is staying home with our twins), but not sure we'll make it to the party room to say hello to anyone. In any case, I hope you guys have a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ran Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 BwB represent! And don't forget panel and reading reports, please! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ro_ Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 Who invited the moose?Glad he got out safely. Poor guy just came a bit south of The Wall to get his books signed. :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ixodes Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I'll be getting in late Saturday morning and staying overnight.Chats -- I'll give you a call (not too early, I promise!) once I am settled. Ro -- Once you and Steve get in, give me a call-- I'll probably be there before you. Without kids I'm thinking I might make better time than you guys... :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ro_ Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 My daughter will not be joining us, so we only have the birthday boy. Seth is not so bad about getting moving (Rina is the impossible one). :P We haven't talked about exact times, but I am guessing we will be up early afternoon/noonish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Jon Snow Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 Hey. White-Raven and I will be getting in late tonight (Thurs) and will be available to help out with stuff tomorrow. Looks like a fun program.See you all soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasteen1979 Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 In case anyone was wondering about programming, the guide is available at the Valleycon website. http://www.valleycon.com/pdf/ProgramGuide.pdfGRRM events: Fri: 7pm Writing PanelSat: 1pm Keynote, 4pm Lit PanelSun: Noon Hollywood Panel w/Jurasik (not set in stone), 2pm Comics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nehet Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 OMG, you guys, I am SO EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!It is supposed to be freezing in Fargo :D Way back in the day, when I worked at the D'wood as a cocktail waitress (and we will all have to go to the bar there for old time's sake), when it got real cold outside - like January - we would take the bar slops (draft beer and liquor overpour) outside and throw them in the air. See if they froze in the air or on the ground. :)39 on Friday, 47 on Saturday and 54 on Sunday :-) It's been raining/snowing here the past few days, but don't think it will this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ro_ Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Em, its slushing here right now - I hope your flight doesn't get messed up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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