Mister T 45020 Report post Posted December 16, 2013 Hello everyone! Our Christmas social is past, and the actual holidays are coming fast. Loneskater and i have been discussing the first event of 2014 with a few of you that attended this past Thursday. We have been considering two dates (thursdays still). In a nutshell: February 6th : This was traditionally held a week before Valentines day, is about a month before mid-terms (i think) and March break for those who study, and is in the middle of Winterlude, and family day being on the 17th. It doesn't give much time to get organized on my side of things (meeting some of the gents for the tickets being an example) after the holidays - about a month-, so i'm thinking it may be a less expensive social, at 25$ (or so), with a lessened emphasis on door prizes. March 20th : a lot more time to organize it (close to 3 months), way after march break, and doesn't have holidays nearby as Easter weekend starts April 18th. I'd maintain a ticket price at 35$ as there'd be time to set everything up and get things prepared. In either case, i'm sure we'd be able to get a good party going again. So, ladies and gents, i'm curious to know what date works best to break the winter blues and bring everyone together again. You thoughts are welcomed! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emma Alexandra 123368 Report post Posted December 16, 2013 Im thinking March for me but it really doesn't matter. Whatever is best for you and loneskater. I do have a suggestion though. What are your thoughts on name tags for the gents? Their handles not actual names. Just an idea. 10 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mister T 45020 Report post Posted December 16, 2013 Im thinking March for me but it really doesn't matter. Whatever is best for you and loneskater. Thanks! It doesn't matter much for myself and Loneskater in organizing it for either date but i'd rather be upfront and transparent in what's involved in getting everything organized. As we are organizing it for the community, we'd rather get as much feedback as possible on dates. I do have a suggestion though. What are your thoughts on name tags for the gents? Their handles not actual names. Just an idea. It would make it easier to know who's whom when you're talking to someone? I'm far from discounting it; Amongst ourselves it'd be great, but wherever the socials are held, any staff might inquire what the handles mean (some of the gent's handles range from first name-type handles to uncommon combination) so we'd need a "cover story" and stick to it, so to speak. Perhaps a name tag for everyone? I'll certainly keep your idea in mind, Emma. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malika Fantasy 144625 Report post Posted December 16, 2013 I vote for march 20th 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ashley Ann 75247 Report post Posted December 16, 2013 March would probably be best for you and Loneskater since it takes a lot of planning and work, but either or work for me! The last one was so fun, already looking forward to the next :boobies: 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornee69 4851 Report post Posted December 16, 2013 February would be good for Valentines but either one is good for Kimmie and I. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peachka 4334 Report post Posted December 16, 2013 Having it six weeks later (March 20th) would likely yield warmer weather. 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bcguy42 38594 Report post Posted December 16, 2013 I'd go with the March date. This last one was so well organized which leads to so much fun that it is worth the wait. As for name tags, two thoughts. I seem to remember from the first Social I attended that there were no name tags because of the "civilian" wait staff. Second thought... name tags make it too easy. Each of us who is curious about another of us should take their courage in their hands and go ask. At this most recent gathering, I was asked - which made me feel good that a stranger was interested enough to ask - and I asked - and I think that asking will lead to something interesting. :) 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malika Fantasy 144625 Report post Posted December 17, 2013 Also...I am REALLY forward...but if it host at the same location is please possible to have for a better wine selection? Seriously, I am well aware I am consider a wine snob..but most of the time I can mange a decent white or red wine...but there was literally no choice. at all. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mister T 45020 Report post Posted December 17, 2013 Also...I am REALLY forward...but if it host at the same location is please possible to have for a better wine selection?Seriously, I am well aware I am consider a wine snob..but most of the time I can mange a decent white or red wine...but there was literally no choice. at all. Oh, i'm definetly making note of that, regardless where its held! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PistolPete 61421 Report post Posted December 17, 2013 I'm not "seasoned social attendee" just a "rookie" therefore whatever dates works best for the majority, and especially for the individuals running it and those that like to attend from out of town,is my input. As for name tags, I have no issue with it, really doesn't bother me, last Thursday, I made the effort to shake hands and introduce myself to many of guests,gents and ladies that I could. It got very busy throughout the night, as more people arriving at different hours. However, I was on a mission, to see more ladies,chat more with the ladies than guys that evening :) no offence gents..LOL. 6 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest P*rry Report post Posted December 17, 2013 I vote for February. I've attended two socials and enjoyed both. So I can't wait for the next one! In terms of name tags, I like the idea. A positive association can certainly help get a conversation jump-started and helps those like me with crummy memories. Merry Christmas. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manjaro 110 Report post Posted December 17, 2013 Thanks. Either date works for me. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phaedrus 209521 Report post Posted December 17, 2013 I'm easy on the date. Really, you guys who are getting off your asses and running the show should do whatever's best for you. The rest of us can damn well fit in! I don't really like the idea of nametags, because discretion. And half the fun is finding out who mysterious people are :) And then finding out who was there but you missed, dammit! 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mister T 45020 Report post Posted December 17, 2013 I'm easy on the date. Really, you guys who are getting off your asses and running the show should do whatever's best for you. The rest of us can damn well fit in! We are getting off our asses for it, yes, but we do not just do it for what's best for both of us, but rather what's best for the rest of you. We are just mere facilitators after all. But i do know and appreciate what you mean ... 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BarrhavenWoody 10776 Report post Posted December 17, 2013 I love cerb socials so the sooner, the better! I vote for February. My only concern is that we might burn out the organizers if we have them too frequently. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miss S. Lane 67128 Report post Posted December 17, 2013 And too frequently you may risk some people from out of town not being able to attend :) xoxo 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathryn Bardot 99339 Report post Posted December 17, 2013 Thursdays are going to be difficult for me this semester as I have an evening class and won't know if I can miss it (part of it) until classes start again. Boo :( 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
igab 5629 Report post Posted December 18, 2013 I;ll vote for 20 March and hope to make my first one. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeeRichards 177238 Report post Posted December 18, 2013 We are getting off our asses for it, yes, but we do not just do it for what's best for both of us, but rather what's best for the rest of you. We are just mere facilitators after all. But i do know and appreciate what you mean ... Why did it take me so long to pronounce "mere facilitators" ? ;) That French ? I shall slang that up to "tator tots" MB slang. Anyhoooooo....you cats set the date and we will cum !!! I mean nevermind none of that in a public frickin place by cracky !!!! March works for me or February or January or I can be an April fool for that matter :) Without you boys there isn't a social. In my experience as an organizer .....tooooo soon means you "have to do it" ....as opposed to..... "want to do it" :) Cheers. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
canuckhooker 19203 Report post Posted December 18, 2013 I would vote for March, for two reasons. First we might be burning ourselves out by having them more frequently. Tough on organizers, tough on out of towners, etc. The novelty wears off a bit. Secondly, in March the weather may be a bit better. Even though it is an indoor event, there is less chance of storms, and maybe even a more pleasant walk to the venue. One day before the solstice, and who knows what that may herald? 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ice4fun 78407 Report post Posted December 18, 2013 I have not yet had the pleasure of attending one of the socials...almost made it to the last one.... but I would vote for February or April. If it was in March I would prefer that it was not the week of the 20th as I know now that week will not work for me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest N***he**Ont**y Report post Posted December 18, 2013 I am thinking a March date for the Social would be great.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bianca Jaguar 39183 Report post Posted December 18, 2013 And too frequently you may risk some people from out of town not being able to attend :) xoxo Lets do march so Savannah can be there :) xoxox Additional Comments: And March...smells like spring :D But I'm easy too...will go for whatever you guys decide ;) 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malika Fantasy 144625 Report post Posted December 18, 2013 March 14th is steak and blowjob day. http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Steak%20and%20Blowjob%20Day So making the social just a week later totally work! 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
