Forum Fest in 2010 ??

Argie's Wife · 06-28-2010, 02:41 PM

Just Sold - I've looked at the times we've reserved before and it's something like noon time to about 3pm. I

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ghfromaltonbay - I'm basing this on the majority of the votes.

At this point, anyhow - most posters have indicated that 8/21 would work best for them. Several of posters have stated that any of the dates work. If more people speak against 8/21, I'd be happy to change it. I feel badly that you're going to miss it but please know that this isn't set "in stone" but the most popular date so far. Thanks for understanding.

By the way - The area would be RESERVED just for us by Parks & Recs - but the more the merrier, in my opinion. They've offered to supply us with extension cords and whatever else we may need for our event.

Two years ago, when we had the fest at the Loon Center, we had some "party crashers" - they ended up buying raffle tickets and had a blast hanging out with us. Nice folks.

Anyone who loves the lake is welcome as far as I'm concerned!

LIforrelaxin · 06-28-2010, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Argie's Wife

Just Sold - I've looked at the times we've reserved before and it's something like noon time to about 3pm. I

I think that having it over a two or three hour period is the way to go... I know myself that with Kids, who will want to be on the water, I will probably not stay long, but by having it lakeside I should at least be able to stop by and tie up for an hour or so....

Pineedles · 06-28-2010, 02:52 PM

I just thought about something. Beacause of the location, we can go swimming!

Meredith lady · 06-29-2010, 09:53 AM

AW-Thank you again for taking the ball and running with it! I think the 21st is perfect and Center Harbor Beach is a great location! People can come by boat or car and there is plenty to do at the beach. I think we should have it from 1-4 p.m. I don't think we need a huge RSVP thing...it just gets more complicated. Anyone who can make it, great. Bring along a snack to share and pack your cooler! Any donations for the raffle could be dropped at my home, at Kevin's in Moultonboro or the Pier, or simply brought that day to the Fest. I will bring folding tables and display all the raffle items. RG did a great job last year and I think her plan was perfect. You purchase tickets and "drop" them in the container near the item you hope to win. We could have the "auctioning" of the raffle around 3 p.m. (and no, you don't have to be present to win...we will find you if you are not there!). I guess the only thing to decide is the charity who will benefit from the proceeds of the raffle. Again, I think majority rules. Anyone with a charity in mind, please post in the next week and a decision will be made based on the numbers. I will open a new thread for your input. (Hey, Don, if I put it in the wrong place, please feel free to move me!!). Looking forward to the 21st!!

OCDACTIVE · 06-29-2010, 10:03 AM

Donating to the Lakes Region Sail & Power Squadron would be a good cause. It is a group of volunteers giving free safety inspections to boaters to prevent issues before they happen.

just my 2 cents.

DRH · 06-29-2010, 10:08 AM

I think the funds raised should go to an actual charitable organization.

Meredith lady · 06-29-2010, 10:11 AM

ocdactive-thanks for your reply-duly noted. I opened another thread under FF 2010 asking for suggestions for the raffle charity of one's choice. Have a great day!

SIKSUKR · 06-30-2010, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Argie's Wife

Two years ago, when we had the fest at the Loon Center, we had some "party crashers" - they ended up buying raffle tickets and had a blast hanging out with us. Nice folks.
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They also won a few prizes to their surprize.

Argie's Wife · 07-01-2010, 03:30 PM

I just contacted Center Harbor Parks & Rec Department with the request to reserve the pavilion area on.... (drum roll please...)

Saturday, August 21
from 1 to 4pm

Hope to see you there!

There's a thread going about the charity choices now... I'm going to start one for the food sign-ups and one for the raffle items... but after that I'm stepping back and letting someone else at this... my summer schedule is maxed out and I can't give much more time to this event (other than attending...)

Meredith lady · 07-02-2010, 10:34 AM

The date and time are posted for the Forum Fest. Those are the important things! Mark your calendars, everyone!

pcmc · 07-10-2010, 09:18 PM

Vitabene, thanks for the link to this thread.(from "Time to say Thanks" thread)

This sounds like a great get together, we can't wait!

RLW · 07-11-2010, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by pcmc

Vitabene, thanks for the link to this thread.(from "Time to say Thanks" thread)

This sounds like a great get together, we can't wait!

pcmc, glad you have joined us. Have fun and enjoy the Winni Forum

pcmc · 07-11-2010, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by RLW

pcmc, glad you have joined us. Have fun and enjoy the Winni Forum

RLW, Thankyou for the welcome. To use a quote from my six year old, "We don't like the forum.......We Love It!!!"lol.

06-29-2010, 09:53 AM	#4
Meredith lady Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 217 Thanks: 290 Thanked 138 Times in 26 Posts	Things are shaping up!! AW-Thank you again for taking the ball and running with it! I think the 21st is perfect and Center Harbor Beach is a great location! People can come by boat or car and there is plenty to do at the beach. I think we should have it from 1-4 p.m. I don't think we need a huge RSVP thing...it just gets more complicated. Anyone who can make it, great. Bring along a snack to share and pack your cooler! Any donations for the raffle could be dropped at my home, at Kevin's in Moultonboro or the Pier, or simply brought that day to the Fest. I will bring folding tables and display all the raffle items. RG did a great job last year and I think her plan was perfect. You purchase tickets and "drop" them in the container near the item you hope to win. We could have the "auctioning" of the raffle around 3 p.m. (and no, you don't have to be present to win...we will find you if you are not there!). I guess the only thing to decide is the charity who will benefit from the proceeds of the raffle. Again, I think majority rules. Anyone with a charity in mind, please post in the next week and a decision will be made based on the numbers. I will open a new thread for your input. (Hey, Don, if I put it in the wrong place, please feel free to move me!!). Looking forward to the 21st!!

06-29-2010, 10:03 AM	#5
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	charity idea Donating to the Lakes Region Sail & Power Squadron would be a good cause. It is a group of volunteers giving free safety inspections to boaters to prevent issues before they happen. just my 2 cents.

06-29-2010, 10:08 AM	#6
DRH Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Meredith, NH Posts: 1,687 Thanks: 1,203 Thanked 677 Times in 179 Posts	I think the funds raised should go to an actual charitable organization. __________________ DRH

07-01-2010, 03:30 PM	#9
Argie's Wife Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Alton Posts: 1,908 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 533 Thanked 579 Times in 260 Posts	Plans have been finalized I just contacted Center Harbor Parks & Rec Department with the request to reserve the pavilion area on.... (drum roll please...) Saturday, August 21 from 1 to 4pm Hope to see you there! There's a thread going about the charity choices now... I'm going to start one for the food sign-ups and one for the raffle items... but after that I'm stepping back and letting someone else at this... my summer schedule is maxed out and I can't give much more time to this event (other than attending...)

07-02-2010, 10:34 AM	#10
Meredith lady Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 217 Thanks: 290 Thanked 138 Times in 26 Posts	Let's keep it simple, folks!! The date and time are posted for the Forum Fest. Those are the important things! Mark your calendars, everyone!

06-28-2010, 02:41 PM	#1
Argie's Wife Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Alton Posts: 1,908 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 533 Thanked 579 Times in 260 Posts	Just Sold - I've looked at the times we've reserved before and it's something like noon time to about 3pm. I ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ghfromaltonbay - I'm basing this on the majority of the votes. At this point, anyhow - most posters have indicated that 8/21 would work best for them. Several of posters have stated that any of the dates work. If more people speak against 8/21, I'd be happy to change it. I feel badly that you're going to miss it but please know that this isn't set "in stone" but the most popular date so far. Thanks for understanding. By the way - The area would be RESERVED just for us by Parks & Recs - but the more the merrier, in my opinion. They've offered to supply us with extension cords and whatever else we may need for our event. Two years ago, when we had the fest at the Loon Center, we had some "party crashers" - they ended up buying raffle tickets and had a blast hanging out with us. Nice folks. Anyone who loves the lake is welcome as far as I'm concerned!

06-28-2010, 02:52 PM	#3
Pineedles Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Moultonborough & CT Posts: 2,545 Thanks: 1,072 Thanked 668 Times in 367 Posts	I just thought about something. Beacause of the location, we can go swimming!

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06-29-2010, 10:11 AM	#7
Meredith lady Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 217 Thanks: 290 Thanked 138 Times in 26 Posts	ocdactive-thanks for your reply-duly noted. I opened another thread under FF 2010 asking for suggestions for the raffle charity of one's choice. Have a great day!

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07-10-2010, 09:18 PM	#11
pcmc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 412 Thanks: 211 Thanked 106 Times in 73 Posts	Vitabene, thanks for the link to this thread.(from "Time to say Thanks" thread) This sounds like a great get together, we can't wait!

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