Author Topic: 2011 East Coast minimeet- because we're cooler than the west coasters (Read 10439 times)

Xeroma · « **Reply #50 on:** October 06, 2011, 07:29:29 AM »

Preference for VA since it'd be a lot more possible for me to get a ride that way.

superaielman · « **Reply #51 on:** October 08, 2011, 12:04:45 AM »

Same, eyah. Also we need to pick a date like this weekend.

metroid composite · « **Reply #52 on:** October 08, 2011, 01:28:17 AM »

There seems to be 100% consensus on a date.

Location is the one that's in dispute (although it looks like more people are saying VA).

superaielman · « **Reply #53 on:** October 08, 2011, 02:23:33 PM »

we doing VA then?

Shale · « **Reply #54 on:** October 08, 2011, 03:02:31 PM »

So far it seems that way, but not everybody has weighed in recently. Anybody who absolutely can't do VA?

metroid composite · « **Reply #55 on:** October 09, 2011, 02:31:15 AM »

Quote from: Shale on October 08, 2011, 03:02:31 PM

Anybody who absolutely can't do VA?

I don't know that I can't, but there's decent odds I'd skip a VA meetup.

More of a "I'd be crazy to fly to two different minimeets one week apart from each other, and it's actually probably cheaper to fly from Atlanta to SF than Atlanta to VA."

Meeplelard · « **Reply #56 on:** October 09, 2011, 05:19:22 AM »

Quote from: metroid composite on October 09, 2011, 02:31:15 AM

Quote from: Shale on October 08, 2011, 03:02:31 PM
Anybody who absolutely can't do VA?

I don't know that I can't, but there's decent odds I'd skip a VA meetup.

More of a "I'd be crazy to fly to two different minimeets one week apart from each other, and it's actually probably cheaper to fly from Atlanta to SF than Atlanta to VA."

While it would be awesome to see you at Minimeet, at the same time, do whatever is most convenient for you and don't feel pressured! I'm aware you recognize this but...uhh...actually I don't know where I'm going with this other than "Sounds like a shame but can't always win it"...providing we go the VA route.

superaielman · « **Reply #57 on:** October 09, 2011, 06:08:38 AM »

Quote from: metroid composite on October 09, 2011, 02:31:15 AM

Quote from: Shale on October 08, 2011, 03:02:31 PM
Anybody who absolutely can't do VA?

I don't know that I can't, but there's decent odds I'd skip a VA meetup.

More of a "I'd be crazy to fly to two different minimeets one week apart from each other, and it's actually probably cheaper to fly from Atlanta to SF than Atlanta to VA."

The fares I've seen has DC be a couple of hundred dollars cheaper than SFO, for what it's worth. (From Atlanta)

Luther Lansfeld · « **Reply #58 on:** October 09, 2011, 07:52:19 PM »

I think you should come to San Francisco because I want you to come. (*selfish*)

superaielman · « **Reply #59 on:** October 11, 2011, 05:07:56 PM »

So it's Virginia then. *Whips people into it*

OblivionKnight · « **Reply #60 on:** October 11, 2011, 06:05:15 PM »

Shaley-poo, can you PM me the address? I'll be driving there (I've driven that way enough already).

Idun · « **Reply #61 on:** October 12, 2011, 12:25:04 AM »

Everyone flies into Newport News?

superaielman · « **Reply #62 on:** October 12, 2011, 01:06:10 AM »

If you're flying, fly into Washington DC. Shale lives near there.

Shale · « **Reply #63 on:** October 12, 2011, 01:27:45 PM »

I'm about 15 miles from both Dulles and Ronald Reagan airports, so people can use either one. If people could use the same one for ease of pickup and dropoff, that would be nice.

Also, if we're settled on VA, then here is your official information post:

DL EAST COAST MINIMEET 2011
Nov. 4-6
1631 Warner Avenue
McLean, VA

ATTENDING
Shale (Hosting)
OK
Super
Pyro
Xer
El Cideon (or else)
Idun
Meeple
Glen Veil

IMPORTANT LODGING INFORMATION:
I have a couch big enough to sleep on, a loveseat big enough for a short person to sleep on and a futon that folds out into a full-size bed. Also an easy chair if somebody gets really desperate. Anybody else who wants to stay at my apartment is welcome, but will be sleeping on the floor. Those who can bring air mattresses and/or sleeping bags will find them useful, especially since the living room has an uncarpeted tile foor.
Those who prefer actual beds should check out the nearby Comfort Inn (Vienna) or Mariott (Tysons Corner) hotels.

ACTIVITIES
Gaming! I have a 360 and Wii connected to one TV, a PS2 connected to another in the den, and a gaming-capable PC. Extra controllers for the Wii or 360 would be helpful, as I don't have four for either one. Available multiplayer games include You Don't Know Jack, Smash, Marvel vs. Capcom 3, BlazBlue CS, Soul Calibur, NSMB. If anybody wants to play a Sony exclusive, BYOPS3.
Washington DC! I live right near the nation's capital and it kicks ass. If people want to do sightseeing that can be arranged, but I'd really like to get in some Smithsonian time if there's interest.
Game store! Unfortunately it's just a GameStop.
Anything else people want to do!

TRAVEL SCHEDULE

Arrivals
OK: 11:39 a.m. at Dulles International Airport
Meeple: 12:50 p.m. at Washington, D.C. Greyhound Bus Terminal

Departures
OK: 12:20 p.m. from Dulles International Airport
Meeple: 2 p.m. from Washington, D.C. Greyhound Bus Terminal

Xeroma · « **Reply #64 on:** October 12, 2011, 02:46:56 PM »

Assuming I can make it, my PS3 will be there. I don't have much in the way of multiplayer games for it and only one PS3 pad though[*eyes pyro and super*].

Idun · « **Reply #65 on:** October 13, 2011, 04:36:37 AM »

Right now, Jetblue is my cheapest go - 174 total roundtrip. Am really considering it now, just gotta figure out logistics.

Meeplelard · « **Reply #66 on:** October 17, 2011, 04:57:54 AM »

I notice I am not on that list of attendees even though I stated I am pretty sure I'm coming...

OblivionKnight · « **Reply #67 on:** October 18, 2011, 04:33:40 PM »

About a 4 hour drive from where I am - not on the way to pick anyone up that I know of, but hells yeah I'll be coming.

Are you going to be around all day on Friday? My plan is to arrive Friday afternoon or so and leave Sunday morning (unfortunately, I can't take off Monday). I plan to drive, since I expect you may need another car for any transportation. If not, though, I may fly in.

We did movies last time, and I'd like to do the same again, as that was fun and awesome - particularly for people who haven't seen some awesome ones we watched (Dogma, Army of Darkness, etc.). I'll bring my laptop, and maybe let people watch Laggy cannon rush me in SC2 >_> Any specific games, etc.? I actually have a PS3 controller, so I'll bring that. DVDs, books, games, etc.? I'll bring along BANG! so we can actually play it this year >_>

I...may do a hotel? I can actually vouch for the Tyson's Corner one being good (http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wastc-tysons-corner-marriott/) as I stayed there when doing some job interviews at Inova-Fairfax. I'm fine staying on the floor, of course, or a spare closet if you have one.

I'm ok with going to DC, but I've been there and seen pretty much everything there over the last few years I've been there (especially with the job interviews I've had in the city - a lot of places did some touring there), so if we don't, that's fine with me. Haven't been to the Smithsonian in a while, though (6 years or so), so I'd be good with going there again if there's enough interest.

OblivionKnight · « **Reply #68 on:** October 18, 2011, 05:00:37 PM »

Actually, Shale: arrive at Dulles at 1139 on Friday, flight leaves on Sunday at 1220. Will that work? I can do a later arrival on Friday if you want.

Glen Veil · « **Reply #69 on:** October 18, 2011, 06:21:19 PM »

Can definitely make it if there's no objection with me coming, will be driving because I have basically done that exact same drive twice before when visiting a friend in Fairfax. I can probably arrange it so that I arrive in time to pick people up at an airport if that would help.

Also since Shale is apparently originally from my area, I can totally pick up local delicacies that may not be present in Virginia if he wants(Tastykakes???!!!).

Shale · « **Reply #70 on:** October 19, 2011, 02:40:09 AM »

Sweet.

I've arranged to get the day off from work on Friday, so whenever people want to start showing up will be fine.

superaielman · « **Reply #71 on:** October 20, 2011, 04:33:03 PM »

I'll either leave home late thursday or very early friday, depending on who I'm driving with. and yes, I'm borrowing a GPS just in case.

AAA · « **Reply #72 on:** October 20, 2011, 05:05:40 PM »

Hope you enjoy your time in Delaware, Super.

DjinnAndTonic · « **Reply #73 on:** October 20, 2011, 05:43:25 PM »

Okay, so I think I can go if I can carpool at least -some- of the way with someone?

Who all is coming by car? And are any of them between Florida and Virginia?

OblivionKnight · « **Reply #74 on:** October 20, 2011, 10:47:03 PM »

Quote from: AAA on October 20, 2011, 05:05:40 PM

Hope you enjoy your time in Delaware, Super.

Delaware? Man, you have a lot of confidence in him - I'd expect him to make it to the West Coast Mini-Meet instead.

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Author Topic: 2011 East Coast minimeet- because we're cooler than the west coasters (Read 10439 times)

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