I am going to be brave and have the July Austin Renn Rat Gathering ( ARRG) here at Meow Manor again. July 26 from Noon to 11PM.
Bring- Chairs, Coolers, bathing suits, towels.
Bring your own booze or beverage. Food to share.
( I will need a table for food too- if someone has an extra they can bring. )
We will have Burgers and fixings on the grill- like last year.
Working on the Entertainment. So far we have William Toohey on the Irish Bagpipes! Spread the word! Pass the hat is fine.
Please sign up and let me know you are coming and what you will bring to share.
We need Salads,
Appetisers,
Finger food ,
Cookies
PLEASE only ONE cake this year! Last year we must have had 20 cakes! They did not get eaten.
No MSG. I am allergic to it. Or if you use it- let me know.
This is an Adult party. Teens welcome - if I know them- and with parental supervision.
!!!***** PLEASE! No touching of any buttons in the house or garage. Last year someone fooled with the buttons and it froze up my electrical system for weeks. No one knows how to fix the system I have.
I don't want the Nargle infestation of problems this year****!!!!!
No glass around the pool. It hurts to step on broken glass barefoot. Ouch!!!
Smoking outside only please. I will have receptacles for butts.
If you bring something and it is leftover- PLEASE take it home with you.
*****We will also need more help with clean up this year.*****
I will have trash cans. Empties belong there, Please?
Join us in the fun. We will all lift a glass to Lord A. Maybe it will be cooler in July? LOL!
Ideas and suggestions welcome!
Sign up here.....
Hey Molden! I have had many requests for more of your Yummy dragon eggs!
I know that I am not an Austin rennie, but if you'll have me, I plan to be at July's ARRG!
Still considering what I can make that'll be easy to put together the morning of at Cassidy and O'Riley's house.
I'm going to try to make it.... Gas might prevent me, but I'll definitely try!
Quote from: volans on June 16, 2008, 05:44:47 PM
I'm going to try to make it.... Gas might prevent me, but I'll definitely try!
Sounds like we need a Houston area carpool. I have only room for one passenger in the faire van.
Okay McLotofus, I don't think we have firm schedule for July. Shall we invade ARRG? We've already had two of the auxiliaries express and interest/desire.
Lawrence and I are going. I'd say there's a definite Houston invasion brewing.
I will be coming, and looking forward to it! ;D ;D
Hmmm.. a Houston Invasion huh????? Mayhap the Lovely Lady Amalphia and I could attempt to make the journey. (Cost of fuel being a MAJOR concern that is).
I'll have to talk to Sir Edward, but sounds like a plan is forming. It's going to be a hot one!
Happy to have our Houston friends invade! - and Dallas and where ever! Just let me know how many- and what you are bringing. Huzzah!
Queen Bonnie, Sir Jerrick Rayfe and I will be bringing that bean dip that i made for you the last time we were there, we also have an extra folding table that we will bring with us. It is one of the long serving tables. Also, I will be toting Eloquent to the ARRG with me. She and I are going to make some home made sugar cookies (hopefully).
I also have the ability to go to Costco and pick up items in Bulk, such as plates, napkins, cups, and plastic wear (also trash bags). Please let me know if you need me to gather these up and bring them along as well. :)
I can not wait! So excited! Would you like us there early to help set up?
Quote from: Queen Bonnie on June 16, 2008, 03:54:32 PM
Hey Molden! I have had many requests for more of your Yummy dragon eggs!
You only need but ask My Queen! I will make them in advance this year, just before arriving.
Myself and likely Queen Shauna will be in attendance again this year.
Huzzah- and thanks for letting me know, Molden. YUMMY!
Grammercy ,Element. I will be in touch! I need to see what I need for paper stuff- but the table would be a big help!
Dinna Forget that there is an AARG Gathering on the morrow at the Dog & Duck in Austin. Half Seven, 17th and Guadalupe.
Count me in!
Huzzah! Glad you can come. Ginette! Let me know closer to the date what you are bringing.
Do you know what is being brought already? Don't want to bring something that someone else is planning on bringing.
Since I will be bringing the faire van, I'll have the McLotofus kitchen. Meaning a couple EZ-Ups, a couple tables and half a dozen chairs.
Wow what a turn out you will have, wish Lisa and I could be there.
Wow! Thanks Zaubon! Huzzah!
I wish you and Lisa could come too!
I hope it is not as many as last year- but who knows?
No Nargles invited- and they had better not show uo! LOL!
Count me in, Your Majesty.
Huzzah! Glad you can come Lord Dragonspyre!
All the way from Houston Lord Dragonspyre? :o I can't wait to meet you!
Quote from: Ginette on July 02, 2008, 02:05:03 PM
All the way from Houston Lord Dragonspyre? :o I can't wait to meet you!
Meh... not that big of a drive, methinks...
We will be there, and will take a sword to anyone that touches the electrical push buttons for you. What would you like us to bring? I can do another brisket if you like and maybe a salad (ie potato, pasta, slaw) or appetizers. What would you like?
There's a good possibility that I'll be over visiting Lynn & Paul that weekend. If I make it to the ARRG, what can I bring from HEB there in Elgin? (or maybe a Pie from City Cafe?)
Take Care,
David Baldock
Sadly we won't be able to make it, The Lovely Lady Trinn has to work that day... sigh.
*Drink some rum for me folks!*
Sorry you and Trinn can't make it, teach!
Yrose, we have someone bringing brisket- bring salad and appetizers? I will put signs on my buttons! Hexes on anyone who fools with them this year!
I Love Pie, David!
I talked to Lawrence and he says he will be making Scotch Eggs.
Quote from: Queen Bonnie on June 16, 2008, 03:47:28 PM
!!!***** PLEASE! No touching of any buttons in the house or garage. Last year someone fooled with the buttons and it froze up my electrical system for weeks. No one knows how to fix the system I have.
I don't want the Nargle infestation of problems this year****!!!!!
Oh! So that's why half the airfield in Garden City ended up missing about that time last year! Seriously, I thought those things had at least a two key system.
Well, all that said, sounds fun, I'll see if I can come, assuming no one else has planned to use my time then.
LOL! I still have not figured out what all those buttons do? Push this one for lower gas prices? LOL! World peace?>?
Hope you can make it DT Masers!
It was fun last year. When It gets colser- I will need a sort of head count and who will be bringing what. 23 days until ARRG time!
So the ARRG is at your house again???? MAYBE I will have the funds to make it... not holding my breath mind you but GOSH I want to. Maybe a tantrum would help! Cat
I hope you can make it Cat. No tantrums needed. Hoping the weather will co operate and be cooler. It has been nice these past few days.
It won't be long now until the ARRG.
Well you know I will be there. I saw that someone was going to bring their van full of tables and such, do you still need me to bring my table? And let me know what else to bring besides my Dip.
I can not wait.
Quote from: Element of air on July 06, 2008, 11:41:32 PM
Well you know I will be there. I saw that someone was going to bring their van full of tables and such, do you still need me to bring my table? And let me know what else to bring besides my Dip.
I can not wait.
It's not full of tables, there just happen to be a couple tables among all the other kitchen trash.
Hey there Queen Bonnie...count on the 3 bunch from McDade....we can bring a couple of Foreman Grills and some vegie sandwich fixins to make some wraps...does that work? ;)
Huzzah! Glad you can come. I have a huge gas grill. Veggie wraps would be great!
Do Foreman ones plug in? Counter space will be at a minimum.
Only 2 more weekends until the ARRG.
Quote from: Queen Bonnie on July 07, 2008, 03:54:03 PM
Huzzah! Glad you can come. I have a huge gas grill. Veggie wraps would be great!
Do Foreman ones plug in? Counter space will be at a minimum.
Only 2 more weekends until the ARRG.
If inside counter space is scarce, I can bring a GFCI protected heavy duty extension cord, to allow the Foreman Grills to be used outside on a table. (I'll need access to a Grounded AC Outlet for the GFCI to work correctly.)
The Pie from City Cafe has been ordered. It's one of their Chocolate Icebox Pies - and I'm going to have sliced fresh strawberries to stick in the whipped cream on top of it. ;D
Take Care,
David Baldock
I don't think we will need extra grills. Did you see the size of mine? It was made by Lockheed! But I have extension cords and a GFI plug- my pond pump is plugged in there and a cement picnic table outside.
Huzzah to pie and chocolate. Yummy!Refrigerator space is also limited- but I will save a slot for that pie! Thanks David!
Bring coolers and ice- folks!
Quote from: Queen Bonnie on July 07, 2008, 05:39:49 PM
I don't think we will need extra grills.
...
Is there a way to evenly heat the Veggie Panini sandwiches on your grill without burning the Pita / Flatbread? Using a Foreman Grill, you just roll the Veggies, and Cheese (if you want), in the bread and then "
clamp" it between the two jaws of the grill to heat.
Take Care,
David Baldock
Not sure! I have not tried that on my grill. Bring the Foreman one! I did not understand what you were trying to do!
Good Queen Bonnie, Lynn and I shall bring the GF grills to make vegiterian ( not vegen) tomato basil wraps. see ya then at ARRG. btw, is it garb? i've never been to a gathering.
Cu
I wear garb- but some don't. Garb optional- but clothing recommended! LOL!
If you want to use the pool- bring bathing suits and towels!
Check out my first post for what to bring! See you there! Coming up soon now!
17 days
I am sad to say that Sir Jerrick Rayfe is not going to be able to attend as he forgot to request that day off for work when I asked him to. So he will be working on the 26th. I am very saddened by this for I do not like to do anything Fair related with out him. :'(
But fun will still be had for I am bringing EloquentXI! Huzzah.
Drat! That is too bad. We will miss him. Good you are still coming with Eloquent! Huzzah! I am looking forward to it!
Tell him to quit! Being with Queen Bonnie and us is much more important than any silly job. :D
I'm getting everything in line and set for my trip. I'm so excited!!
Is there a list of whats being brought so far?
From the sound of it there is going to be a good turn out!
:)
8) We gotta get our party on somewhere before TRF! And the Manor is a beautiful place if you have not been there. Our Queen has a wicked green thumb!
That's what I've heard from Moon)Dawg, Queen Bonnie has a huge beautiful place that is just magical.
Are you going to be able to make it out RenRobin?
Don't count on the gardens looking great. Sigh. I try- but too much for only one of me to keep up. The serfs and peasants have quit doing gardening at Meow Manor!
The list is just what has been posted here!
Working on weekends cuts into Faire fun time! Jarrick needs another job!
Looking like a great turnout!
I bet your garden looks great no matter what Queen.
DRAT!!! I just noticed that the 26th is our race day... Cat's Deuce Coupe may get to run in Dallas then.... will not know till the 24th if it is a go.... I want to make my Gemini self split so one half can go party and one half can go race! Cat
Quote from: Ginette on July 10, 2008, 02:16:05 PM
That's what I've heard from Moon)Dawg, Queen Bonnie has a huge beautiful place that is just magical.
Are you going to be able to make it out RenRobin?
That is my plan as of now. Not sure what I will be bringing food wise.
I will not be in garb as I have winter garb and it is much too hot. So everyone bring your sun shades as I will be sporting shorts and my fishbelly white legs a showin'.
Sorry you can't be in 2 places at once Cat. I wish I could figure that one out too! Why is it stuff you love to do always comes at the same time?
Be comfortable, Renn Robin!
Glad you are coming!
ONLY 2 more weeks until ARRG time!
Yes I really do need to work on the split Cat spell so I can have fun and work(OK it is fun too) all on the same day! If anyone figures it out before we do please share!<G> Ah Well life is a challenge to be met head on. You guys all have plenty of fun for the rest of us who can't be there!!!! Remember you have to have enough for the rest of us so party hearty me buckos! Cat
You know we will party hearty and life a tankard to absent friends too!
Quote from: Zaubon on June 30, 2008, 05:58:48 PM
Since I will be bringing the faire van, I'll have the McLotofus kitchen. Meaning a couple EZ-Ups, a couple tables and half a dozen chairs.
Bonnie,
I've also got a 12' x 12' Quik Shade Tent that I can bring, if it's needed.
Are people bringing things like Hand Drums, Shakers, and other music makers? (Ooops, sorry about the rhyme... ;D)
Will there be a CD player, and can we bring CD's to play?
Are there any questions that I've forgotten to ask? ;)
Take Care,
David Baldock
Music makers are welcome. Good idea! I have not had as much luck getting entertainment this year.
I have a CD player and lots of Renn Cds.
My back yard is shady. If you want to put up a tent- Ok with me.
I may be having a friend in tow that day. Her kids are with their dad and she is always up for a good party.
I think I will be bringing a pasta salad of sorts, one that does not require refrigeration to keep...no mayo or anything like that in it that could turn in the heat.
That sounds good, Robin! Thanks for letting me know. It is getting closer!
OK, a tentative headcount (30):
| Name | | Food Item | | Extras | | Setup/Cleanup? |
RenRobin +1
dbaldock
EloquentXI
Element of Air
Zaubon
CuDubMacArtuir
indigocenter + Paul
Midnightferret + Ambard
Var + Lawrence
yrose + Sir Edward
Dragonspyre
Ginette + Lech
Moon)Dawg
Calith
Molden + Shauna
Alyria Stargazer +Bill
Aicha
Paul of the Dragons
DT_Masters (?)
Purple Dragon + Amalphia(?)
volans(?) | | pasta salad
strawberries, pie
dip
veggie wraps
hotdogs
Scotch eggs
baked beans, chips
pies
Briskets
Burgers and Rolls
Dragon eggs (yay!)
veggies
| |
cooler
table
faire van (tables, EZups, etc)
paper towels, TP
ice
plates and plasticware
table, cutting board, canopy, cooler
ice
| |
S/C
S/C
S/C
C
C(?)
|
If I missed stuff (which I am certain I have) pm or email me and I will add it. Also, I will check this thread for changes and updates as best I can.
*****************Reminders and Suggestions*************************
Please heed the instructions in Queen Bonnie's original post. I will explain:
This is a HUGE party. Last year, Queen Bonnie, Ambard and I began setting up at around 8:30 or 9am and the cleanup for this thing lasted until 2am, and wasn't actually finished, even then, and even with a few helpful souls pitching in.
Just because I'm anal, I would like to re-iterate a few of Queen Bonnie's requests, also.
Touch not the buttons on the panel in the hall! These are full of nargles, and I assure you, were the cause of much grief and suffering last year. The electrical system at Meow Manor is mystical and run by very temperamental little gnomes. Do not anger them.
If you bring something, and there are leftovers, feel free to offer them to other attendees, but if you get no takers, please, TAKE YOUR LEFTOVERS WITH YOU! It was a daunting task last year to sort leftovers and figure out what to do with them, especially exhausted and sunburned at 2am.
OK, enough of that. It looks like we need some: condiments, disposable food ware (plates cups napkins, forks, etc), buns, cheese, and maybe some more sides? Bonnie, let me know if we DON'T need some of this stuff or if we DO need other things. Also, feel free to sign up for the cleanup crew! We had some tentative volunteers but I didn't want to put anyone down without certainty.
I will be bringing paper plates and plasticware, along with a pie or two.
Also, Aiacha said that she will be attending as well.
Good Dragonspyre! Glad Aicha can come! Thanks for the help Midnight. I will need paper plates etc.Cups, napkins. Thanks!
Bring coolers and I will need ice and - do re read the first post, if in doubt. Bear- Moon Dawg is bringing the burgers and rolls. I have some condiments- Mustard and relish. Need Cheese, Tomatoes, lettuce, onions- burger fixings.
Wow! Thanks for the summary, Midnight! You can add us to the clean-up. We're staying Saturday night.
This is Ginette's other half. I shall be there as well and we will have a couple of large briskets. We will also have a large table, cutting board, knives, and a canopy (if we need it). Sign us up for a cooler of ice also. In addition, if we don't appear to have enough sides, let me know, I'll throw together some roasted potatos as well, just ren-mail Ginette.
Provided I can get a sitter I will definitely be there! Chameleon unfortunately is doing a show that day but if it doesn't look promising she may bow out early to come see everyone. I believe that Bill will also be attending and we will try to bring some fresh veggies for burgers and some ice. If I have a late night sitter I will definitely be down for clean up as well.
See you on the inside...
Alyria
LOL at your name Ginette's other half! Can I just call you Mead Swilling? Grammercy for all you are bringing! Yummy! I will say AYE to roasted taters!
I hope you and Chameleon can make it Alyria! Bill too! Hugs for the offer of help!
I'll try to remember to grab a cooler on the way out when I leave next week.
I'm still not sure what I'm bringing but...I bet Element and I could stop so I could pick up a couple packages of buns on the way out to Meow Manor Saturday morning. Are buns still needed?
I am bringing 20 lbs of Hamburger and PLENTY of BUNZ! Dinna bring more BUNZ!
M)D
Ask Bear. I think he is doing burgers and buns. Cheese for burgers- pickles, stuff like that needed.
* I will have very little space in my fridge*
I wish I had an extra party fridge in the garage- but wishing and magick don't work on fridges! LOL!
OOPS! We posted at the same time, Bear!
The faire van includes two 48 qt., one 70 qt. and one 100 qt ice chests. Either the 70 or the 100 will be full of drinks, the others will be full of ice.
Wow! That sounds great, Zaubon. We can have you pull the van in the back gate- if you want- to be closer to the action. You can check it out when you get here! Thanks so much!
Only a week and a half to go! Yikes! I am setting the house elves to start cleaning today!
I get all the free ice I want and can bring some or help Zaubon fill his. I will also bring some baked beans and 4 large bags of chips.
Thanks Y Rose! Sounds good!
I am busy getting all in readiness here at Meow Manor!
No worries Queen Bonnie. The Lech shall work just fine. Besides, it is only some of the time that Ginette is willing to own up to me being her other half.
I'm picking up extra paper towels, TP and tissues. Is anyone bringing plates?
Quote from: Var Greyshadow on July 16, 2008, 04:21:02 PM
I'm picking up extra paper towels, TP and tissues. Is anyone bringing plates?
McLotofus has a package or two. I probably need to restock anyway.
I've already stated that I'm bringing plates and plasticware, Z...
OK, I've edited up to this point. email or pm if I missed anything again.
Actually I'm not burgers & rolls, I'm the bringer of the Dragon's Eggs.
Man - I'm seeing this dumb "next" salmonella panic targeting peppers...they BETTER NOT!!! There'll be a LOT of disappointed folks! (yeesh!)
Um... I'm bringing paper plates and plasticware, not the "table, cutting board, canopy, cooler" you have me listed as...
The Nargles are already attacking the ARRG postings to try to cause confusion! If in doubt- read the old posts- also folks have renn mailed me what they are bringing.I am confused too- but that is normal! All will work out. Only a week to go.
I am busy getting ready.
Hugs to you all.
Too true my Dear Queen - from what I've seen so far - the who's bringing what may not be accurate - BUT there will be PLENTY - and thankfully utensils and plateses wot to eat with.
HUGGS to you Queen Bonnie! ;D
I can't wait to try your dragon eggs, Molden. My stomach was too upset last year to eat anything but bland stuff. Doing better this year.
I know there will be plenty- and if something is needed- HEB is very close by!
The only catastrophy would be to run out of booze- and the liquor store is close by too! See why I love Elgin! LOL! Can't wait to see you all.
I am getting so excited!!!! I have not been able to make AARG in a year due to some health reasons, but am coming hell or high water!
Hell is banished from Meow Manor-only Nivarna here, and the only water you might find here is in the pool or pond! I have to keep filling up both- wish they were higher!LOL!
I am excited too!
The house elves are in a frenzy. All must be PURRRFECT at Meow Manor- and it will be! Tis NEXT SAT!
I will be ready!
I forsee a difficulty for a few.
Some of us don't know the exact location of Meow Manor.
Any that need directions- renn mail me. I can give you my address and phone number. Meow Manor is easy to find- in the historic district of Down town Elgin.
Been away from the list for a while.
What is needed (that a humble bachelor might be able to provide); what is not needed (ie, leave the camera at home)?
How about Cheese for burgers? Pickles? Cheese crackers and fruit is always good too. Just suggestions!
It is going to be here soon!
Everyone have fun this year. Sorry but I will not be making this year, the first one I have missed... :-[
Hugs Capt Bacardi! We will miss you too!
Lift a tankard to Lord A.
He loved parties so much!
ok, look, guys - have you ever tried to use the table utility on these forums? There is no way to add the gridlines via html, even though the table code itself is in html. I mean, correct me if I'm wrong, but I've tried every method of css and html to add flags to the table tags. Sorry if I'm off a bit here and there. It will be fixed. At least there is a list of who will be there and what will be brought. It's not the end of the world if one column is off, it's easily fixed. Editing now.
[edit:] Molden, you ARE bringing dragon eggs - it says so next to your name. Did you think I would get that wrong? mmm. dragon eggs. Burgers and rolls is next to Moon)Dawg's name. I fixed the other issue with the plasticware.
If it still looks wrong, please maximize your browser window. Putting table arrangements on forums is not an exact science, but I didn't have time to make an entire July AARG website of my own. It looks right to me in both Firefox and Internet Explorer with the window maximized. If not, just look at the lists separately. The trouble is basically that the forums are what they call "fluid" and tables are what they call "fixed" in case anyone wants to learn about web standards. Because the table is posted in a "fluid" frame (i.e. the forums) when you squish the browser window, it squishes the text inside the posts too. That's why when browser windows are not maxed, or *perhaps* if your monitor is set to a smaller resolution, the table won't line up in here. I just thought a table would work better for frequent editing - like when ppl decided what they were bringing, but apparently I was wrong. Next time I'll just do it line by line.
We still need volunteers for KP duty!
Bacardi! I will miss you SO much!
OK, I made this:
http://midnightferret.googlepages.com/austinaarglist%21 (http://midnightferret.googlepages.com/austinaarglist%21)
But I'll still update stuff here! And there! Yay!
The table is great, thanks so much for putting it up and keeping everything organized, midnight! I'm still not sure what to bring but it'll probably be last minute...
Can't believe tomorrow is Monday! AH! I leave on Wednesday for Austin, SO MUCH TO DO before then!
Can't wait to see everyone and meet several new Rennie friends before TRF!
Thanks Midnight! I was getting confused- but that is normal. You organization much appreciated!
Hugs Eloquent! So happy you are coming!
I am excited to see all my ARRG friends soon!
Working on cool weather spells- but tricky- because I don't need rain!
Bonnie,
Being that we could use the rain work on cool weather for Austin area and rain for the Grimes/TRF area! WE NEEEEEDDDDD it bad! Wish I could make it...but racing calls and gas is killer! Looking forward to TRF this year...get to see all my friends! Cat
I know we need rain- but it would not be good here on Sat for the ARRG. See you at TRF! I hope your race goes well!
I think you might have overdone the weather spell this time. Now they're talking about a hurricane at the end of the week.... :o
That was not of my doing! I try not to bother Mother Nature too much. Now doing a" please no rain here on Saturday" spell! My home is Big- but not THAT big.
No worries about the hurricane! Watching them is one of my hobbies. Dolly has a date with Brownsville, and I doubt will trouble us much at Meow Manor.
Thanks MidnightFerret - your efforts are gratefully appreciated. Count me among the dense who were not aware of the work to put something like that together on the forum. Der! :P So - Mucho Appreciato!! ;D
Last I saw on the hurricane this morning, they were talking about rain in Austin around Weds/Thurs and then done. I'd love to see some rain...but not at the party!
That was what I heard too...so it's gotta be true. :P
I found a great mead by accident in Fredericksburg recently it is made by Oberhof Wines found at the
Bellmountain Vinyard. It was not too sweet. If I can find it here in Austin, I will bring to the party as well.
NO RAIN AT PARTY! We just won't stand for it!
4 days. 22 hours. 52 minutes.
http://midnightferret.googlepages.com/austinaarglist! (http://midnightferret.googlepages.com/austinaarglist!)
Hello Queen Bonnie! We have met many times over the years at the old Excal (I was on cast) and would very much like to attend the gathering at Meow Manor this weekend. Please let me know if I can assist in any way, looking forward to seeing you and all the others.
Regards,
Paul of the Dragons
Hi Paul! So glad you can come! Read the info on page one. Bring something to share, chairs ,bathing suit towel -if you want to swim. I just sent you directions - answered your e-mail.
Garb is optional- but I will be in garb!
See you soon!
Huzzah for the old Excal!
Getting out the double whammy heavy duty wand. It won't rain here on Sat. Like most renn events- this is rain or shine. It WILL shine! A few clouds are OK too!
Lots of new friends coming. I have sent directions! Park where you can. Plenty of broom parking! LOL!
**Squee** I am so excited!
Ok, So I am going to volunteer Eloquent XI and myself for Set up and take Down as I live right next door. (for the most part) and i will be there early to help and there is no reason for us to leave early to not be able to help for take down. So if you want to, please place us both on the Set up/take down crew!
WEW! So CLOSE!
Hugs to you both and thanks so much for your help!
The ARRG is drawing near!
So noted, Thanks Element and Eloquent! Also, Paul of the Dragons, I've added you to the attendance list.
Another update. We will be having ONE cake. Seyrah Smith is bring a chocolate dragon cake. She had spoken to me about this way back in March. She is the Royal and Official Cake Baker of ARRG!
Out of curiosity, and forgive me if I missed the information, but what time does this shindig start?
Quote from: Lord Dragonspyre on July 22, 2008, 08:13:18 PM
Out of curiosity, and forgive me if I missed the information, but what time does this shindig start?
From Bonnie's first post in this thread: "
I am going to be brave and have the July Austin Renn Rat Gathering ( ARRG) here at Meow Manor again. July 26 from Noon to 11PM."
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Emphasis added)
If anyone needs directions here to Meow Manor and my phone number- ren mail me NOW! Any questions?- now is the time to ask! Sat AM I will be kinda busy!
Queen Bonnie, We will be dropping off the young demon at around noon on Saturday, putting us at Meow Manor around 1:00. Since we're bringing briskets and potatos, will that be a problem for you?
Nothing will be a problem for me! If I have any problems- it is probably too much blood in my alcohol stream. That I can fix! Grammercy for telling me. We will probably eat around mid afternoon- or when Bear has the burgers ready!
Can't wait to taste your brisket and taters!
See you soon!
Just another thought for those coming to the ARRG. DO NOT let any SIAMESE CATS OUT! You probably won't see many of them- but they are indoors only Royal Felines!A few are very old.
If any Siamese cats want to come in- I need more cats! Just joking! 6 cats are plenty!
Okay, things I am certain I can bring:
4ft heavy folding table
Big cooler with ice
Cheese for burgers
Other things I'll let you know later today (Thursday) when I check the HEB/Wally World to see what I can afford.
Is anyone bringing cutting knives/are they being provided?
Spices? Garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, cumino, cayenne, red pepper, cajun seasoning, greek seasoning? (I know some has MSG, I would have to check the labels)
I can probably clean out Wally World's supply of day old Bollo rolls (10/$1.5 each); what's the feeling on that?
I can probably provide a water cooler of gatorade/powerade (buy the powdered stuff) if needed. Anything else that you can think of that a well traveled, disorganized bachelor might have in stock, such as a hammock or a dinner fly (sure about the tarp, not so sure about the poles (have plenty of line))? I'll be coming in a Forester, so there is a little bit of room.
Paper goods are purchased and in the carriage. Lawrence has already started working on the Scotch Eggs.
Saturday wiil be here before we know it!
Hi DT Masrers! I have knives and some spices. Lets stay away from MSG. I really am very allergic to it. The rest sounds great!
Huzzah for Scotch Eggs, and paper goods ,Var!
Not long now! I am hard at work on this end. The house elves have put up funny signs! It seems to amuse them! LOL! I am taming the dust dragons. The Royal Felines and the Moat monster, Squelch, know something is happening and are quite excited! Squelch will be on his best behavior- not sure about the Royal Felines!
Not long at all! I made it safely to Austin yesterday morning so I shall see you all on Saturday!
If there are any last minute things needed, Queen Bonnie, Element and I will give call you on Friday night so that we can grab them on our way coming over Sat. morn!
Huzzah and thank you Eloquent and Element! See you soon!
Hugs!
HAPPY HAPPY NEWS! Scott Boswell just called! He will play for the ARRG! HUZZAH to more entertainment!
Ahh, my dear Queen,
I just encountered your Gnomes...they were infesting my internet for a while, and I didn't know of the gathering. Just up and going again, and I may be able to get your way early on Saturday. Coming from Houston, I'll leave VERY early.
If there is a group of people that wish to ride with me, I'm capable of carrying extras in a rather large carriage that plays good music. A small contribution to the horses would be appreciated, however....they get thirsty, after all.
My carriage can carry plenty of cargo as well. If anyone has extra tables or large things needing transport, I've got plenty of room.
I have a couple of coolers, and for you, my Queen, I'll bring gifts for you personally!
If I can scratch up enough donations for my thirsty horses, and a few little green pieces of paper from work, I'll be there with kilt on!
Anybody can renn-mail me if they want to ride along!
Dan
Clan MacLaren
Huzzah! Glad you can come Dan! Kilts welcome! Huzzah!
:o :o :o It's almost here!!!! :o :o :o
I am busy getting all in readiness! TODAY is the time to ask questions- directions etc. I doubt I will have much time on the magick box on the morrow! There is much to do.
Do please read the first page again before you head out! See you on the morrow! ARRG!
I will be casting spells in the kitchen this afternoon to have the Dragons bring forth their eggs for our enjoyment.
I can hardly wait for my mini-faire fix!!! 8)
Okay.......
enough cheese (swiss, provolone, chedder) to cover 200 burgers
3.5 liters of hamburger pickles
105 various types of rolls
114 oz of ketchup
2 lbs of cheese crackers
enough gatorade for 5 gallons (may have to mix a flavor for the final gallon)
5 gallon cooler
chest cooler
heavy 4 ft table
I hope there is a water source as I am planning to move the coolers only with ice in them.
That should do it ......... elephant stew is never popular this time of year.
How to make elephant stew
Ingredients: one meduim size elephant
100 lbs of mixed vegetables
100 gallons of fresh water
2 rabbits (extra)
Take the elephant and cut it up into bite size pieces. This should take about two months. Mix the elephant and vegetables in large vat and cook at 450 degrees for about 12 hours.
This should feed about 500 people. Two rabbits can be added if more people are expected, but this is not recommended since most people do not like to find hares in their stew.
LOL! Huzzah to dragon Eggs, Molden! I hope those dragons are prolific!
Huzzah DTMasters! Wow! Grammercy!
I have plenty of water- This is at my home. Worry not!
Meow Manor is OLD- hoping the plumbing holds up this year!
Glad you are NOT bringing the Elephant stew. LOL!
My dear Queen Bonnie,
It is with the deepest regret that I must pass on the following announcement;
Lord Vandor, The Purple Dragon and his better half, the Lovely Lady Amalphia, will be unable to attend this gathering and shall be stuck in the Port of Humble due to the coffers being a bit on the low side. While we truly hoped to be able to make the trek from our home to yours, we regrettably must graciously bow out of attendance. We do hope however, that all in attendance to please give our dear Queen Bonnie much love and hugs from the two of us as we would do so if we were there. Everyone, please drive safe to and from this wonderous (as I presume it shall be) event and have a most enjoyable time.
We are sad you can't make it, but sure understand! Hugs to both of you from me! See you at TRF!
OMG OMG OMG Almost there!!!!! ::) :o
You are not excited or anything Element? See you and Eloquent on the morrow! I am READY!
I can't belive I'm going to meet y'all tomorrow!
HUZZAH to ARRG!
See you all on the morrow!
Hey Dragon!
I just sent you an email. If you need transport, I'm willing and able if you and your lady still want to go. It's on me...I'm going anyway. Tips are appreciated, but unnecessary.
Dan
Aye, it is 2 am but Element and I have the final touches done on one of our surprises. We have many surprises being brought with us on the morrow...or rather, later on this same day. :)
Will see you all soon and can't wait to meet new R/F friends! Huzzah!
I was up at 4AM. All is ready! See you soon at the ARRG!
Well, it's a quarter to two in the morning, and I must say that a fantastic time was had by all! Thank thee, Your Majesty, for allowing us to partake of thy generous hospitality.
Wow! What a time was had by all. The Empresses of the North has safely returned to her family, and her chauffer is home as well. Thanks to everyone that attended, and those of you who didn't make it missed a phenomenal party.
Aye, my caretakers Element of Air and Sir Jerrick Reyfe and I have arrived home safely.
A truly wonderful time was had by all and I was only sad to leave.
I'll post tomorrow afternoon when I get home to my own home.
Miss you all already and only wishing that TRF was that much sooner. Love, hugs, and kisses!
We didn't stay as late as some, but I agree a good time was had by all. New and Old friends abound. A raving good time :P Queen Bonnie and Meow Manor were in fine show.
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That was so much fun!
But, MAN, am I tired!
I made it home from Austin, for those that wanted me to check in! Having issues with photobucket but I should have my photos uploaded by tomorrow!
I'm glad I got to meet everyone! Can't wait to see everyone's pictures!
:)
There's pictures?!?!?!?!?!? :o
*me standard disclaimer applies then!* 8)
'twas a wondermous tyme, a grand pleasure to make more friendses an' catch up with known friendses!
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the rest of my photos are here!
http://s305.photobucket.com/albums/nn213/megsfairephotos/AARG%20July%2008/
Made it back safely an hour after departure from the realm. Got the food into the refrig or freezer, had to move non critical items into the coolers to make room. Both the upper and lower portion are filled with bread! I'll see how the few digitals I took came out but it well be a little while on the 35mm's.
It was wonderfully fun! and I'm glad I went!
Pictures AND video to come! Got home yesterday evening after a little jaunt into Austin. (Things Celtic has stuff we may want for the wedding. Yes, we are getting Celtic wedding bands.) Fun party! So good to see everyoine and to get to know some better!
It was FUN! Thank you all for coming! I had a good time. Got to bed at 2:30AM - up at 7AM. Meow Manor is back to normal.
We had a visit from the garage toilet nargle but I will watch it and hope I don't have to call the Royal Plumber! Not nearly as bad as last year. The Nargle repelling spells worked- mostly.
The pictures are great!I want more! I had fun singing! Another successful ARRG! Thanks for the food and help and friendship!
Lost and found-
cigarette case?
Tee shirt ?
Towel?
, Mans bathing suit.
More anon!
Queen Bonnie, thank you again for the fine hospitality at your beautiful home.
Man what a spread! Lech your brisket rocked, and Molden your dragon eggs were magically yummy! It was great meeting those I had not met before and seeing those familiar. The music was fab, and the passing of the staff was touching. Hugs to all!
Ok, I know that the cigarette case belongs to my beloved. For some reason he just can't go to a faire or party without leaving a bit of himself behind. I had an AWESOME time this weekend, thank you SO very much for your hospitality Queen Bonnie. Here's some of the things I won't be forgetting any time soon...
1. Um, Blue, I think you just have to push it...
2. Jazz hands...
3. CANDY MOUNTAIN CHARLIE!!!
4. My SPOON is too big...
5. The happy place in the pool
6. The barrel of monkeys
7. Duckie tales
There's a whole lot more, but it would prolly get us kicked to Johns Inn LOL. Love you guys, and can't wait to whoop it up on Opening Weekend!!!
BTW, Darkie Duck WILL be coming home with me, OR ELSE.....
Thank you, Queen Bonnie, for a wonderful time! I have pictures that I will TRY and get up this week.
::starts humming the Can-Can dance song::
Quote from: Lord Dragonspyre on July 28, 2008, 08:59:46 AM
::starts humming the Can-Can dance song::
Hahahaha. And then Chris's response, everyone standing at the gates before St. Peter...and one of us can't keep a straight face and we're all just SOL.
Another one, "There are no virgins in this pool!"
*my meek look and slowly all the gazes turn in my general direction*
NOT IN THE FACE!! NOT IN THE FACE!!!!
Oh, and the funeral, with the Jeez-its- the crouton o' Christ.
And my personal fave- my impression of a fountain...
I had a ton of fun meeting everyone and seeing old friends. Good food , good friends, good memories... Queen Bonnies' Hospitality is unmatched :D She is , as always, the hostess with the mostess ;)
Unfortunately the evening was marred for me and the gentelman who brought me. We were in a car accident at the intersection of 290 and 95 heading back to get my kid. Elven (Bill) is in pretty good shape and all I got was a hairline fracture on my knee. Everyone else in the other vehicle was OK with a few bumps and bruises. I spoke to several of you about coming out to volunteer at Serendipity so this is mostly to let you know that Bill will be there but I am going to take a few days off to get my leg back in shape so I can dance at the Rhythm and Stars event on the 16th. If I don't see you all soon I will see you all later =)
See you on the inside...
Alyria Stargazer
Oh, that's terrible! Glad you both are OK!
See you in September!! (I'm definitely going to try to get my evil twin to the pirate weekend.)
Quote from: alyria stargazer on July 28, 2008, 11:58:02 AM
I had a ton of fun meeting everyone and seeing old friends. Good food , good friends, good memories... Queen Bonnies' Hospitality is unmatched :D She is , as always, the hostess with the mostess ;)
Unfortunately the evening was marred for me and the gentelman who brought me. We were in a car accident at the intersection of 290 and 95 heading back to get my kid. Elven (Bill) is in pretty good shape and all I got was a hairline fracture on my knee. Everyone else in the other vehicle was OK with a few bumps and bruises. I spoke to several of you about coming out to volunteer at Serendipity so this is mostly to let you know that Bill will be there but I am going to take a few days off to get my leg back in shape so I can dance at the Rhythm and Stars event on the 16th. If I don't see you all soon I will see you all later =)
See you on the inside...
Alyria Stargazer
What a way to end such a lovely day. I am really glad you both were not banged up to badly. Yowza, the knee really hurts though. Wishing you a speedy recovery!
Alyria, I'm so glad you're ok though! Take it easy the couple days, y'hear?
Keep us updated about Serendipity, I've got it in the plans if the money is alright, to drive down from Denton and make it one weekend.
Hugs, Alyria and Elven and sending healing magick your way. What a rotten thing to happen! Do rest and get better!
We will see you in Sept! I look forward to going to Serendipity Haven again!
Thank you for coming and bringing my Gowns! I love them!
As our Queen commands , it shall be done ;D
I hope to see a few of you on the 16th. There is a rumor that RenGypsy may be there to hang out and discuss Sherwood Forest too. I can't wait till I can have Faire 6 months straight, I already started saving my pennies ;)
Hopefully they will go Rabbit crazy and multiply till I have to relocate them into someone elses pockets :D
See you on the inside...
Alyria
I am not seeing any incriminating pictures here. :o Someone had got one of Molden doing something... ;)
My pictures...nothing incriminating, I'm afraid, unless you count where E is checking out what blue keeps in her shirt...
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I think the real incriminating evidence would be if any one got audio of what was being said in the pool. ^.^
Great photos by the way Alacha, it was wonderful meeting you!
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I think the real incriminating evidence would be if any one got audio of what was being said in the pool. ^.^
Great photos by the way Alacha, it was wonderful meeting you!
It helps to have beautiful subjects to photograph, my dear...
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Great photos by the way Alacha, it was wonderful meeting you!
And it was nice meeting you...and realizing who you were ;D
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As our Queen commands , it shall be done ;D
I hope to see a few of you on the 16th. There is a rumor that RenGypsy may be there to hang out and discuss Sherwood Forest too. I can't wait till I can have Faire 6 months straight, I already started saving my pennies ;)
Hopefully they will go Rabbit crazy and multiply till I have to relocate them into someone elses pockets :D
See you on the inside...
Alyria
'Tis not a rumor, leastways as far as his attendence is concerned. The two of us plan to meet at the Sherwood site, take a look around, then come to the Serendipity Haven site afterwards.
Whoopee!!!!
As soon as I can I'm going to do the happy dance ;D
I am so excited about all of this. I love my family ;)
See you all soon!!
Alyria
Hugs Alyria! I am getting together a bunch of Virgos to celebrate our Sept Birthdays at Serendipity Haven! Faire for my B. day is all I need!
Greeting Lords and Ladies! I have had the pleasure to participate in this years (08) Texas ARG. Here is the link to my gallary. The rest of the web site is under construction but I wanted to share some of my better stolen souls with you all.
http://www.ambardia.com/RenMaps/FairePhotos/Texas/RenMapsPhotosPageTARG08.html (http://www.ambardia.com/RenMaps/FairePhotos/Texas/RenMapsPhotosPageTARG08.html)
Ambard of Ambardia
I love the photos! It was great to meet you by the way!
Hahahaha, someone finally caught one of Molden and it looks like his usual self! :P
Here's the link to mine:
http://gallery.mac.com/beakboatgirl#100152
There are just a few photos, but there are also four videos, including the toast to Lord A.
Great photos! Thank you. Not sure I know how to see the toast?
You need QuickTime to play my videos. (Goes along with my Mac - sorry!)
Okay! I have gotten off my ded butt! and all (including Melkar's) pic are now up! There are four albums!
M)D
http://www.pygmypony.net/AARGIndex.htm
Great pic Moon Dawg! and Melkar!
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Great pic Moon Dawg! and Melkar!
I agree! Moon Dawg the one of me with that look, even I thought I might use the flogger!
Bonnie! Sorry we missed yoru AARG, hope everyone had fun. :-)
~E
I had fun- but it went by too fast! I too am sorry you could not come! Will I see you at TRF? HUGS!!!
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Great pictures DT Masters! Looking forward to more!