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Okay folks ... need some assistance here.
The New Year is almost upon us and we need to start getting geared up for our invasion in 2009. I expect that many will be joining us and I want to assist our visitors the best way we can. Below are some of the things I believe we can look at. I figure the best way to go is form committees to address the different particulars of Rendevous.
Please feel free to sign up for the committee(s) that you feel you can support. I don't want folks to feel they have to assume ALL the responsibilities of the committee ... remember, this is for fun, not meant to be work. Any and all suggestions are welcome. Thank you in advance for all your support.
I feel, and have always felt that the MDRF rennies are the most welcoming in the country and I have little doubt this will continue through 2009.
Tailgate Committee:
Lady Guinness (lead)
Dallan (2nd in command)
Ladi Di (supervisor of 2nd in command)
Hotel/Motel/Camping (Lodging) Committee:
Master James (asst)
Lady Glorianna (asst)
Area Tourism committee: (I figure some folks may want to see the area as well) - Annapolis/Baltimore/DC
Amras (lead)
Travel Committee: (develop info about airports in the area BWI/Regan/Dulles - and travel resources to and from)
- we may want to look at travel routes from Baltimore/Washington/Annapolis)
Amras(lead)
Master James (asst)
Social Committee: (Day and Evening - especially Friday night)
Scotsman
Game committee: (Things to do before/during/after faire) remember to keep this simple for folks want to explore faire.
I was thinking about something like Best favor of faire or Best knees competition for the kilted lads or stuff like that ... simple easy and fun - key is have fun with it.
MDRF liaison committee: Work with MDRF to ensure that we don't break any rules like fire eating in the parking lot or having a kilt competition detracting from faire - basically bump everything we do to ensure no one comes from afar to get kicked out of faire the first day.
Lady Glorianna (lead)
Feel free to expand on these subjects ... am I missing anything?
I'll take the Travel Committee, and help out on the Area Tourism Committee. 8)
Quote from: Amras Elfwine on November 13, 2008, 09:40:25 AM
I'll take the Travel Committee, and help out on the Area Tourism Committee. 8)
Thanks bro!
Sign me up for the Travel Committee, specifically Dulles since its 5 miles from the house and the Lodging Committee, specifically camping since that is what we do every Labor Day weekend. What kind of information are we looking for so I can start thinking about it. Don't know that I'll be able to fully dedicate time to it unitl after VARF but I can certainly work on bits and pieces to start pulling it together and then finish off everything after VARF ends.
No worries, any help & input is appreciated. I know you are probably the best go-to guy for local camping info as well.
I can help with the lodging and the MDRF liason aspects and anywhere else anyone can think I can help or want my opinion.
Quote from: Lady_Glorianna on November 13, 2008, 10:06:12 AM
I can help with the lodging and the MDRF liason aspects and anywhere else anyone can think I can help or want my opinion.
You are awesome ... I was secretly hoping you would volunteer for liaison, I figured you would be the best for that one. Thanks a bunch!
Looks like you're all off to a great start! Please know that I'm happy to help in any way that I can from lessons learned at the last RenDevous or just if any of you want to chat about your concerns.
Quote from: Lady Nicolette on November 13, 2008, 10:44:05 AM
Looks like you're all off to a great start! Please know that I'm happy to help in any way that I can from lessons learned at the last RenDevous or just if any of you want to chat about your concerns.
Absolutely ... do you see anything we are missing? Anything we should really pay close attention too? Any input previous planners might have would be welcome.
Oooh! Oooh! I'll be on the "Coming from out of State, meeting up with good friends and having a great time" Committee...and judging by all the talk from our last meeting at MDRF...there will be a SLEW of us on that Committe!!!!
Miss you all!!
((HUGS))
Morgan
I think as long as you have reliable people (and you do so far!) working on everything, it should all go smoothly. Just don't forget the photo opps (people really enjoying the photos later) and a schedule of events that everyone can have with a map so that they can all find their way to everything in a timely way and make sure that you have time to get to everything as well.
I have the R/F.com banner, btw and will bring it or send it early to you if you want it earlier. You will need to arrange for a pole if you want one for it, since it won't fit on de plane!
I figure the Social committee will take care of the time line for photo ops and such ...
A pole eh? No worries, we can take care of that.
It needs to be about a 10-foot pole! :o :o :o
That's one tall Pole...We have a 7'3" Lithuanian named Zydrunas Ilgauskas on the Cleveland Cavaliers...he might come in handy...
;)
Quote from: Lady Nicolette on November 13, 2008, 01:10:16 PM
It needs to be about a 10-foot pole! :o :o :o
... as in, "I wouldn't touch that with a ... "
You can put me down for lead on the Tourism Committee...I shall try to start getting info up this weekend...can't start to early for folks making plans.
To start your vacation, a tour of the Early Heights, Maryland, Fire Department is in order...followed afterwards by cocktails at Scotsman's Pub, close by... ;)
Actually, I shall get as much info down in the next month or so as I can, on sights to see as well as airport and travel info.
My area of expertise/experience on the the local airports will center on BWI (Baltimore/Washington International), as I suspect that Master James knows considerably more about Dulles than do I. I will also get info up about Reagan Intl, but that would not be my first choice in airports for arrivals/departures.
Cheers!
I am going to be at my brothers for a couple of days but I do have a couple of ideas that I should be able to post by next week if not by the weekend ;)
Quote from: Lady_Glorianna on November 26, 2008, 08:49:46 AM
I am going to be at my brothers for a couple of days but I do have a couple of ideas that I should be able to post by next week if not by the weekend ;)
Awesome!
In terms of lodging: Things being what they are around here and since it will be a holiday weekend, it might not be a bad idea to start a poll to see how many rooms will be needed. Once we have a ballpark figure, I guess we could approach a hotel and see what they say. It might be too soon but then again with the labor day holiday and all the activities that happen around here it might not.
In terms of tix the same thing will have to be done (though not as early as the hotel poll) as there is already a price for groups of 100+ (12.50 for adults).
Besides the Friday gather and the tailgates, maybe a Sunday dinner might be in order?
Activities to happen within the shire should be as least disruptive as possible of shows, ie having a wench contest at the White Heart even if it is next to manny is not a good idea as there are acts on stage pretty much around the clock.
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Yeah, I am with you - if we have events it would probably be best to take them over to the Dragon, or even down by the boardwalk .. we'll have to see what is best.
As for lodging - I believe one of the better places to check would be the Courtyard on 450 - Lady Guinness and I believe it is the closest to faire - nice and clean. The problem is going to be everyone's budget not to mention some folks have memberships in a particular chain. It is going to be difficult to nail down one hotel that is pleasing to the masses. It is for this reason that we should probably look at listing 3 or 4 close hotels with different price ranges and let folks pick what they like and seek those accomodations individually. Just my two cents, unless someone has a connection at a local hotel to get a group rate.
As for Sunday dinner - I have two concerns. First, traffic leaving the faire can be a real bear! Second, by days end Lady Guinness and I are really wiped out not to mention that we have to be up and going early to get Monday tailgate squared away. Usually we are hesitant about evening gatherings on a faire day. This is why we prefer to have a closing tailgate with consumables and such. This is why I think a nice Friday night get together is a great idea. That said, if the consensus is to go out we will try to stick with the crowd. Last thing we want to be is a couple kill-joys!
I agree with you Scotsman on the after faire activities... Friday would be great for a Meet & Greet and let the rest of the weekend fall as it may. This worked great at TNRF last year!
Let me know anything I can help with... I don't live in the area of faire but I will do what I can:).
Lady Di and I would be happy to help on the tailgate committee. For reference as to our qualifications you can check out lot C at M&T Stadium any Ravens home game. ;D BTW – is a gas grill allowed in the lot at MDRF? I have a nice size grill that attaches to the rear tailgate if we want to serve something cooked or warmed plus a pretty sizable inverter if we need electricity.
I would not think so. Fire Marshall, fire laws....
Quote from: Dallan on December 04, 2008, 02:25:03 PM
Lady Di and I would be happy to help on the tailgate committee.
Done, you guys are on the list!
how many do you think will be attending? I am a graphic designer and overall crafty type person depending on the numbers i could make Rendevous 2009 favors if that is something you would be interested in....plus i can help bring food for the tailgate. or make banners, prizes, whatever would be needed for the games.
Quote from: dinkywench on December 05, 2008, 08:54:30 AM
how many do you think will be attending? I am a graphic designer and overall crafty type person depending on the numbers i could make Rendevous 2009 favors if that is something you would be interested in....plus i can help bring food for the tailgate. or make banners, prizes, whatever would be needed for the games.
You are awesome! Don't look now but I am putting you in charge of the gaming committee!
I think the favors are a great idea - at last years Rendevous Festmum did a great job with these - she had blank wooden pins that people filled in with their board names so that everyone knew each other. They were all shapes and sizes (the pins too ;D) and it was very nice to not have to remember 150 different faces and names. I think that would be an idea to look at or expand upon. I think we should expect around 150 folks - or at least plan for that.
i can be a chair for the games BUT i have never been to a rendevous so i will need help with the "game" ideas that can be played. perhaps some past games could be described and then i can try to think of some things?
but as far as the name tag/favors i'm all over it.
Quote from: dinkywench on December 05, 2008, 11:18:55 AM
i can be a chair for the games BUT i have never been to a rendevous so i will need help with the "game" ideas that can be played. perhaps some past games could be described and then i can try to think of some things?
but as far as the name tag/favors i'm all over it.
*come closer*
No worries lass ... we are all in this together and together we will exchange ideas ... you made the mistake of speaking first ;D hence leadership, hence I bow to your awesomeness! :-*
Seriously, Rendevous in nothing more than a big family reunion. All WE need do is be creative - it will all come together. No worries. Over the next several months we can bounce idea around.
Past things consisted of Ette/Teer auctions and others that I was never sober for!
We can do something along the lines of HS ... best dressed, most likely to succeed ... but with a ren spin - most likely to pass out and such
Kilt contest ... okay, so I am Scottish! Wench-stick ... maybe the best wench lipmark - reddest, fullest ... we'll put our heads together.
What you can do is to start a new thread here in the MDRF and we can begin to throw things around. You will get hundreds of folks from outside MDRF that pitch in with ideas ... bottom line is to have fun with it.
so i already ordered materials to make favor pins/nametags. i got enough for 200 so if there are going to be more please someone fill me in.
Quote from: dinkywench on December 05, 2008, 03:23:52 PM
so i already ordered materials to make favor pins/nametags. i got enough for 200 so if there are going to be more please someone fill me in.
Holy smokes lass! Do you need any help with these? I would be happy to chip in some pence for the cause ... please let me know.
Holy smokes lass! Do you need any help with these? I would be happy to chip in some pence for the cause ... please let me know.
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Thanks but I have these covered. I am a major crafter and these are my winter month crafts. I was going to do something like you suggested where people can write their names to make remembering easier....basically since I drink one or two (or five) I could use the name help.
Awesome! It sounds like we are on the way.
I'll need a special tag for my familiar, who was named "Naughty Todd" by the wenches at TRF...evidently, in Plantersville, all squirrels are named "Todd"... 8)
So where's the Cookie Committee? ;)
So what's the Social committee for? Is that out-of-faire dinners and things?
Quote from: analise on January 06, 2009, 07:35:11 AM
So where's the Cookie Committee? ;)
So what's the Social committee for? Is that out-of-faire dinners and things?
I think the Social comm. will handle the events and ideas for interaction at and away from faire. Come up with some fun things to do at faire and also help with the planning of the Friday night Social gathering.
Amras Elfwine be very careful what you ask for...but if you want a special name tag I think it could be arranged...only if I have creative freedom (you might be sorry). Plus with a special name tag you have to really live up to the new alias...
Hey Scotsman, Give me some kinda idea of Friday nite social and what happens. Area? Time?I would love to help.
Any word out there on hotels and accomodations in the area? Any kind of group booking we can do that's close to the Faire?
As of the moment, because of budget, preferences and people's memberships to specific chains, no plans are slated to secure a "Rendezvous Hotel". The following is a prelim list and contact site for some places you might look into if nothing else for budget purposes:
Capitol KOA Campgrounds
768 Cecil Ave, Millersville, MD? - (800) 562-0248?
Courtyard by Marriott
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bwian-courtyard-annapolis/
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bwifm-courtyard-fort-meade-at-national-business-park/
Days Inn and Suites Laurel
9860 Washington Blvd North
Laurel, MD 20723 US
http://www.daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/property_info?propertyId=08295&brandInfo=DI
As suggested by the MDRF website:
A) Extended StayAmerica Annapolis - Naval Academy
*Now with Signature Suites*
1 Womack Dr.
Annapolis, MD 21401
Telephone: 410-571-9988
Fax: 410-571-9989
ANA@extendedstay.com
B) http://www.mdlodging.org/rennfest/
Quote from: LADY JOYCE ANN on January 31, 2009, 03:15:25 PM
Hey Scotsman, Give me some kinda idea of Friday nite social and what happens. Area? Time?I would love to help.
These are questions that need to be worked out ... careful, you may find yourself in charge of something ;D
In years past the Friday night gathering was designed for those folks that arrived into town early and wanted to "kick off" the festivities! Last year it also served as the induction ceremonies for the Ette & Teer crew. I imagine it will be the same for this year. As we begin to coordinate Friday night I would like to bring the Ettes into the fold so that we can keep it one big happy family.
Friday night should be a facility/bar/pub that can hold a large amount of folks ... say 50 - 100 ... and consideration should be given to the fact that M'Crack's will be there in force ... can you say NC-17. It will probably kick off around 1900 (7 PM). I would like to keep it within 20 miles of faire since most of our out of towners will be lodging near faire itself.
If anyone has an good place they can recommend, just shout.
I hope this helps a little.
Quote from: Lady_Glorianna on February 03, 2009, 12:40:43 PM
As of the moment, because of budget, preferences and people's memberships to specific chains, no plans are slated to secure a "Rendezvous Hotel". The following is a prelim list and contact site for some places you might look into if nothing else for budget purposes:
Capitol KOA Campgrounds
768 Cecil Ave, Millersville, MD? - (800) 562-0248?
Yes that is the correct information for the KOA. Might I say that I stay there every Labor Day weekend and it is a great place. For those flying in, they have like 10 or so cabins that sleeps 4 and are like small hotel rooms with A/C but you have to go to the shower house for around $60/night. They also have I think 4 lodges which will sleep 6 and have A/C, full kitchen and bath but they are like $200/night. Tent sites are $40/night and RV sites are around $50/night.
Hey Scotsman-
As a M'Crack and an ETTE-in-Training, if there is anything I can do t help coordinate, just let me know.
Quote from: Peddlin on February 03, 2009, 01:56:00 PM
Hey Scotsman-
As a M'Crack and an ETTE-in-Training, if there is anything I can do t help coordinate, just let me know.
Thank you lass ... careful what you ask for ...
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LOL!
All I can say is, I REALLY want to be there, but with the state of everything, I'll be lucky to still have a job at that point now that I have to prove my worth every waking moment while at work.
Quote from: Deadbishop on February 04, 2009, 12:01:11 AM
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ROTFL!! I am so stealing that icon.
Scotsman, I'm going to check out some places over the weekend, will let you know what I come up with.
Where are some of the places in the past this event was held at?
Quote from: LADY JOYCE ANN on February 10, 2009, 03:13:50 PM
Where are some of the places in the past this event was held at?
This is our first Rendevous ... never done before. We just need to find some place that is "Group Friendly".
Quote from: Deadbishop on February 04, 2009, 04:54:42 PM
All I can say is, I REALLY want to be there, but with the state of everything, I'll be lucky to still have a job at that point now that I have to prove my worth every waking moment while at work.
I couldn't have said it better myself!!!
It would be much more fun to go for Rendevouz but alas Master James Im sure wont be a FOP that weekend. 8)
LF,
Nope that is M'Crack weekend so I'll be in my M'Crack garb Saturday at least. And besides, that weekend is way to hot for makeup anyway. Ususally is in the high 80s to mid 90s and sometimes higher. Day of Wrong is the day I'll be a FOP for sure. Can't wait!
Have we come up with a place for Friday night Meet & Greet?
Let me know if I can help with anything:).
Quote from: Lupa on April 15, 2009, 02:32:06 PM
Have we come up with a place for Friday night Meet & Greet?
Not that I am aware of.
Anybody got ideas? How close to faire should we make it?
Maybe we could set something up with DuClaws in Arundel Mills???
Quote from: Lupa on April 24, 2009, 08:42:26 AM
Anybody got ideas? How close to faire should we make it?
Maybe we could set something up with DuClaws in Arundel Mills???
Mmmm... DuClaws... Yummy...
Yeah, this is something we need to nail down ... I don't think DuClaws would have enough room for 50 - 10 folks. Especially on a Friday night. I was hoping there was a pub in the area with a meeting room that we could rent ... anyone know of such a place in Annapolis area?
I was thinking of going to Jaspers on RT.3, I think they have a room. Also I was thinkng about going to the Irish Channel and see what they have. What about Kaufmanns in Gambrills, I can go there too. Any others? I don't mind doing this at all.
Well last year when I came up for MDRF on Labor Day Weekend, there was a Friday night gathering at Brian Boru pub. Can't remember exactly where it was at, but it might be able to hold all of us... maybe...
Boru is a mile from my house but not extra room for a party our size. Would be nice, I could walk home.
NO to Kaufmans ... the food sucks and is WAY over priced. I think people will want to spend their $$ at faire more than a poor food joint. (if you couldn't tell, not a big Kauf fan).
I like the Irish Channel in Crofton, if they have a room that would be awesome ... nice menu and close to everything, like waugh chapel.
Jasper is always so damn packed, especially on Friday nights. That said, they are used to handling big crowds ... might be worth a look. I just don't know if they would tolerate a ruckus crowd - they are more of a family setting.
Does Rams Head have a room? In Annapolis there are several pubs we could look at Fado's being a nice one ... Galway Bay ... Castlebay ...
Thanks for your legwork lass, let me know if you need some help here.
Quote from: Scotsman on April 27, 2009, 06:17:20 AM
Boru is a mile from my house but not extra room for a party our size. Would be nice, I could walk home.
You'll still be ambulatory?
Quote from: Lady Nicolette on April 27, 2009, 06:33:57 AM
Quote from: Scotsman on April 27, 2009, 06:17:20 AM
Boru is a mile from my house but not extra room for a party our size. Would be nice, I could walk home.
You'll still be ambulatory?
Good point ... well, I could get home ... the bartenders all know where I live ;D
One of us would always pour you in a bottle and take you home.
Well, we are coming up on 100 days ... time to buckle down and tie up the loose ends.
If anyone has any questions or ideas now is the time ....
Scotsman, I'm on it. I'm doing some research this weekend at VARF for the Tailgate Committee. I'm planning on sampling some adult beverages to decide what we should serve at Rendevous. I'm pretty dedicated. It might even take me all day, both days. Want to help? If I have to work into the evening hours after faire I will!
Hmmm ... I like your style M'Crack! You are indeed a wise man. Look, if you are going to put yourself out there like that and take one for the team, than I can not in good conscience let you "go it alone"! Together we can figure this thing out ... we can come up with the answers by weeks end I am sure. BUT, if at first you cannot suceed, try, try, try, try, try, try, try, ......... again ... and again .... and ...
You two are just tooo funny! ::) :D ::) :D
Gentlemen -
We do so appreciate your sacrifice! Can't wait to see you both this weekend!
Our dedication is inspiring isn't it? Can't wait for the weekend to see everyone. I can barely contain myself.
Yes, so noble! I want to grow up and be just like you.
Quote from: Peddlin on May 20, 2009, 08:57:19 AM
Yes, so noble! I want to grow up and be just like you.
Grow up ... NNNNNooooooooo! And you can't make me either!
Nobody can MAKE you do anything. That's why we love you.
That's why. I was wondering. ::)
Okay ... times up!
Master James/ Lady G - can you guys tweak any of the hotel stuff in the Rendev area ... if you could refresh it and double check your info ... thanks guys!
Amras/Master James - can one of you guys start a thread in the Rendevous area titled "Rendevous 2009 Travel and Tourism info & help" or something like that. If we could get that started then solicit info/questions and such. ... thanks.
Lady Joyce Ann, I know you had made mention of helping with the social stuff, is that offer still good? If so I will have you lead the social committee with me your diligent servant! Let me know and we will exchange emails to get started.
The tailgate folks are already in the back rooms working their magic so that is good to go.
IS there anyone who wants to head the games committee? Someone creative who can generate fun stuff to do for the group.
dinkywench, are we still good for the name tags and such?
What else am I forgetting??????
I realize that not being local makes things a little inconvenient, but is there anything that we can do from this end? We would be happy to help, if you just tell us what you need.
Quote from: Peddlin on May 28, 2009, 07:44:02 AM
I realize that not being local makes things a little inconvenient, but is there anything that we can do from this end? We would be happy to help, if you just tell us what you need.
Peddlin, as always you awe awesome. Truly we are good. I will take any help offered but frankly we want the out-of-towners to come in and be free of tasked and just enjoy their faire and fellowship. This is an opportunity for us local to pamper you guys.
I'll take a hot tub then.
You betcha!I'm so excited about this.Count me in.
Quote from: LADY JOYCE ANN on May 28, 2009, 11:36:18 AM
You betcha!I'm so excited about this.Count me in.
Thanks Joyce, I sent you a note with my email
Quote from: Scotsman on May 28, 2009, 05:57:43 AM
Okay ... times up!
Master James/ Lady G - can you guys tweak any of the hotel stuff in the Rendev area ... if you could refresh it and double check your info ... thanks guys!
Amras/Master James - can one of you guys start a thread in the Rendevous area titled "Rendevous 2009 Travel and Tourism info & help" or something like that. If we could get that started then solicit info/questions and such. ... thanks.
Lady Joyce Ann, I know you had made mention of helping with the social stuff, is that offer still good? If so I will have you lead the social committee with me your diligent servant! Let me know and we will exchange emails to get started.
The tailgate folks are already in the back rooms working their magic so that is good to go.
IS there anyone who wants to head the games committee? Someone creative who can generate fun stuff to do for the group.
dinkywench, are we still good for the name tags and such?
What else am I forgetting??????
I updated the KOA information and setup the thread under the Rendevous area so we are ready to go! Done and Done!
Lodging listed is still relevant. Coutyards have been recommended. Days Inn I have stayed at and the other are what is recomended by MDRF website.
James/Gloria ... thanks a bunch!
Okay, we are having a hell of a time finding a suitable Friday night gathering spot. Does anyone have any good ideas ... here is what we are looking for:
Bar/Restaurant
preferably separate party room with staff
handle large crowd 50 - 70 people
able to order from menu - not buy party trays
comfortable
Able to handle rennies! We can get LOUD!
Good bar selection
What about the Pirate Tavern in Silver Spring I think it is? Pyrates Royale played there so they have to be able to handle us!
Quote from: Master James on June 23, 2009, 12:08:42 PM
What about the Pirate Tavern in Silver Spring I think it is? Pyrates Royale played there so they have to be able to handle us!
Yeah, I wanted to keep it closer to faire ... I figure most of the Out-of-towners would be lodging up this way.
The ideal place would be that pub in Fredericksburg you set up last year, Fox and Hound type place - separate room with staff, well worth the $100 fee for use!
I'm afraid I'm not going to be much help. Most of the places I know of are in the Carroll County area and too far. Maybe something in the Glen Burnie area. I think Annapolis is going to be tough.
Quote from: Dallan on June 23, 2009, 12:56:10 PM
I'm afraid I'm not going to be much help. Most of the places I know of are in the Carroll County area and too far. Maybe something in the Glen Burnie area. I think Annapolis is going to be tough.
Yeah it has been tough thus far ... the problem with Annapolis is the feaking parking. Especially on a Friday night of a long weekend. Have to avoid routes close to the bridge because there will be a backup from hell there heading to the Eastern Shore.
Sorry, but being over in Virginia like I am... and out further west of DC, at that... I'm absolutely no use on places out there. -_-
Friday night meet and greet info is posted here:
http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=7765.msg162364#msg162364 (http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=7765.msg162364#msg162364)
Looks like everything is falling into place! Scotsman, you're doing a great job so far as host!
For those of us who will be at faire but cannot attend the friday night gathering, is it safe to assume that the White Hart & the Dragon is where most folks will be during the day? Is there a plan to gather all together at any point in the day inside the gates? We need one huge group picture! Can that be arranged somehow?
And, off topic, who else is planning to stay at KOA?
Quote from: ~pixie~ on July 22, 2009, 09:15:05 AM
Is there a plan to gather all together at any point in the day inside the gates? We need one huge group picture! Can that be arranged somehow?
Great question and yes, we are working that ... should be posted soon. Basically we are looking at an empty stage to meet at for a photo. Should be easy. What we are waiting for is there are cast members who we need to see what their schedules are so we know the best time to get the group photo. It is important for me that everyone be included in the photo.
Awesome. Thanks.
I know that the IWG wenches will be holding their meet & greet at the Dragon at 11am both days, and the M'Cracks have their thing at 3 at the White Hart. Maybe right after pub sing, but before folks hit the gate, we could pick a day and all meet over by the joust field or something. Ooh, maybe over there along the side fence? That would seem to be a large enough area, patrons would be scarce over there (so we wouldn't be bothering anybody and they wouldn't be in the way!), and we'd not require the use of a stage.
Just a thought.
Quote from: ~pixie~ on July 22, 2009, 09:15:05 AM
And, off topic, who else is planning to stay at KOA?
Just bought me a new pop up so the wife and I will be there all weekend. Coming in Friday and leaving Monday.
That's awesome. We''ve got a cabin for the same time frame. We'll have to share a couple of drinks around a fire or something.
Quote from: ~pixie~ on July 22, 2009, 09:44:01 AM
Ooh, maybe over there along the side fence? That would seem to be a large enough area
Yeah, we tried that last year during our regular Labor Day invasion and discovered that the mere size of that group (which will pale to Rendevous) was really difficult the get everyone in the picture. The stage seemed like a great fit because the photograpers can be on the stage and fit everyone in with depth. The trick, as you have highlighted, is the time ... we will iron it out, no worries.
Scotsman, and everyone else involved in the Rendezvous....
As we get closer and closer to Rendezvous weekend, is there a chance there might be a single consolidated post of "here are the events and times and places"?
I keep thinking to myself, that I need to print out this page, and that page and oh yes, that other page...and was just thinking a "here's what's happening when" thread as R-Day approaches would be quite handy to print and take with us right before we leave. I'm afraid I will have forgotten something and not be able to connect to the internet in the hotel, that we'll forget the cell phone chargers or that the GPS will choose that day to give up her ghost!
Just random thoughts from a Rendezvous newbie. For all I know this is standard practice.
Thanks!
Quote from: Master James on July 22, 2009, 09:49:33 AM
Quote from: ~pixie~ on July 22, 2009, 09:15:05 AM
And, off topic, who else is planning to stay at KOA?
Just bought me a new pop up so the wife and I will be there all weekend. Coming in Friday and leaving Monday.
I'll be setting up my tent there, as well.
Quote from: Lady Kett on July 22, 2009, 09:50:36 PM
As we get closer and closer to Rendezvous weekend, is there a chance there might be a single consolidated post of "here are the events and times and places"?
This is a great idea and WILCO (= Will Comply). I figure by the 2 weeks out mark (fast approaching) we should have all the kinks out, so yes, I will ensure one consolidated page to give the broad who, what, when, where, and of course why.
Thanks for your input.
Quote from: RSLeask on July 22, 2009, 10:26:16 PM
Quote from: Master James on July 22, 2009, 09:49:33 AM
Quote from: ~pixie~ on July 22, 2009, 09:15:05 AM
And, off topic, who else is planning to stay at KOA?
Just bought me a new pop up so the wife and I will be there all weekend. Coming in Friday and leaving Monday.
I'll be setting up my tent there, as well.
That's great! I'll look for you, too!
Quote from: Scotsman on July 23, 2009, 06:07:52 AM
I figure by the 2 weeks out mark (fast approaching) we should have all the kinks out, so yes, I will ensure one consolidated page to give the broad who, what, when, where, and of course why.
once the entertainment sched. is posted at the mdrf main site (rennfest.com), you should have a better grasp on stage availability. . . but make sure you get an OK from mgmt before assembling such a crowd (which is the main reason why FriendsOfMDRF.org has their group shots taken outside the main gate)
just suggestions
Thanks bro ... I am hoping Lady G can provide some assistance here ... worse case we will do it outside.
Goodness have I been gone from this website for this long? Why does real life always get in the way of my fun? I was planning my weekends for September and October since, sadly, I work every other weekend. Then it occurred to me that I was missing a group of people who adore the fest too. My hard drive crashed a while back and it took me a while to finally find this webpage.
As I'm thumbing through the forums it turns out I have rendezvous off. Finally some luck.
So, is there anyway I can help assist?
Quote from: Ranna on August 09, 2009, 01:20:58 PM
So, is there anyway I can help assist?
Welcome back lass!
It looks like everything is progressing rather smoothly. If you have any ideas for games at the Friday night meet & greet or something simple for tailgate, I am all ears.
Quote from: Scotsman on August 10, 2009, 06:05:11 AM
It looks like everything is progressing rather smoothly.
That's because you're in charge m'brotha . . . . u da man.
oki doke. i got a few questions here since i am a bit slow.
Question 1-will there be tailgates on opening day? (8/29) Because we are going on opening day! And since there is a large group of my friends going, I want to get the time down, to know if there is a tailgate (since I always miss them!)
Question 2-for Rendezvous/Labor Day weekend: will there be a tailgate on that saturday/sunday/monday? or is it one specific day? i would love to meet everyone, its a shame I have been attending mdrf for 5 years and have always missed these things. And I think there will be a group of us will be going, so trying to organize everything.
Question 3-when and where will the big picture of everyone be taken? I am determined to be included this year! lol
For opening weekend:
There is always tailgate
For Rendezvous weekend see:
Friday Night Meet & Greet:
http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=7765.0
Tailgate:
http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=7850.0
picture for that weekend is still being planned.
Discount tickets:
http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=8172.0
thank you Lady Gloriana, so now I need to go and inform everyone tagging along that we are leaving EARLIER than I originally planned. I am sure there will be lots of grumbles there :)
Quote from: LadySeasan on August 10, 2009, 04:10:18 PM
thank you Lady Gloriana, so now I need to go and inform everyone tagging along that we are leaving EARLIER than I originally planned. I am sure there will be lots of grumbles there :)
Just tell them there will be cookies and coffee and stuff!
And possibly a new drink concoction that is sitting in my cabinet right now, depending on how it turns out. :)
Quote from: LadySeasan on August 10, 2009, 04:10:18 PM
thank you Lady Gloriana, so now I need to go and inform everyone tagging along that we are leaving EARLIER than I originally planned. I am sure there will be lots of grumbles there :)
Amras and I (with Lady Guinness) usually arrive between 0800 - 0830 to "stake out" our spot. We set up tailgate close to the road in row #1. Easy to find, usually right accross from the privies half dressed or in various stages of dress. We will be the guys smoking cigars ;D
I'm sorry the vision of a "half dressed" Scotsman and Amras smoking cigars is not exactly the way to induce people to come to a tailgate. :o
Be still my heart! :-*
Quote from: Hibernian on August 11, 2009, 07:05:14 AM
I'm sorry the vision of a "half dressed" Scotsman and Amras smoking cigars is not exactly the way to induce people to come to a tailgate. :o
That depends on who you're trying to attract to tailgate! Half-dressed Scots?! Holy smokes! I'm with you, Peddlin!
Not sure, but I might have been being sarcastic. ;)
I dunno...I've got this vision of half-dressed Scots now in my head. I'm good with that!
Quote from: Scotsman on August 11, 2009, 05:51:19 AM
Quote from: LadySeasan on August 10, 2009, 04:10:18 PM
thank you Lady Gloriana, so now I need to go and inform everyone tagging along that we are leaving EARLIER than I originally planned. I am sure there will be lots of grumbles there :)
Amras and I (with Lady Guinness) usually arrive between 0800 - 0830 to "stake out" our spot. We set up tailgate close to the road in row #1. Easy to find, usually right accross from the privies half dressed or in various stages of dress. We will be the guys smoking cigars ;D
ok, well when we arrive, me and my husband will be in the handicap parking, so we will definitely keep a look out for you
ive told some of the people tagging along about the new early departure-between 7-7:30am to leave from delaware, and almost everyone is flipping out! lol
Quote from: Peddlin on August 11, 2009, 11:09:33 AM
Not sure, but I might have been being sarcastic. ;)
...or you may have been drinking?
Quote from: LadySeasan on August 11, 2009, 12:06:51 PM
Quote from: Scotsman on August 11, 2009, 05:51:19 AM
Quote from: LadySeasan on August 10, 2009, 04:10:18 PM
thank you Lady Gloriana, so now I need to go and inform everyone tagging along that we are leaving EARLIER than I originally planned. I am sure there will be lots of grumbles there :)
Amras and I (with Lady Guinness) usually arrive between 0800 - 0830 to "stake out" our spot. We set up tailgate close to the road in row #1. Easy to find, usually right accross from the privies half dressed or in various stages of dress. We will be the guys smoking cigars ;D
ok, well when we arrive, me and my husband will be in the handicap parking, so we will definitely keep a look out for you
ive told some of the people tagging along about the new early departure-between 7-7:30am to leave from delaware, and almost everyone is flipping out! lol
Just tell 'em if they don't like it, they can always drive themselves! :)
Ummmm. . . half dressed men in kilts. . . :o smoking cigars. . . ::) please don't set anything on fire! (visions of putting out fires with mimosas)
Alcohol abuse
Quote from: analise on August 11, 2009, 01:43:20 PM
Quote from: LadySeasan on August 11, 2009, 12:06:51 PM
Quote from: Scotsman on August 11, 2009, 05:51:19 AM
Quote from: LadySeasan on August 10, 2009, 04:10:18 PM
thank you Lady Gloriana, so now I need to go and inform everyone tagging along that we are leaving EARLIER than I originally planned. I am sure there will be lots of grumbles there :)
Amras and I (with Lady Guinness) usually arrive between 0800 - 0830 to "stake out" our spot. We set up tailgate close to the road in row #1. Easy to find, usually right accross from the privies half dressed or in various stages of dress. We will be the guys smoking cigars ;D
ok, well when we arrive, me and my husband will be in the handicap parking, so we will definitely keep a look out for you
ive told some of the people tagging along about the new early departure-between 7-7:30am to leave from delaware, and almost everyone is flipping out! lol
Just tell 'em if they don't like it, they can always drive themselves! :)
oh, i have! lol.
*** UPDATE ***
The photo will take place by the Blackfriar Stage on the slope by the chapel.
Time: 1:00 - 1:30
Because of cast obligations we have a tight time window for the group photo.
Please refer to page one of this thread:
http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=3278.msg57502#msg57502 (http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=3278.msg57502#msg57502)
ALSO:The M'Crack's are organizing a lunch each day at the same location as the tailgate in the parking lot. All are welcome to attend. The lunch will occur after the group photo (1:45ish). Please feel free to join us!
Quote from: LADY JOYCE ANN on August 11, 2009, 03:50:03 PM
Ummmm. . . half dressed men in kilts. . . :o smoking cigars. . . ::) please don't set anything on fire! (visions of putting out fires with mimosas)
save the mimosas! now i have this vision of half-dressed, smoking Scots rolling around on the ground. :o
Quote from: Scotsman on August 12, 2009, 06:57:57 AM
*** UPDATE ***
The photo will take place by the Blackfriar Stage on the slope by the chapel.
Time: 1:00 - 1:30
Because of cast obligations we have a tight time window for the group photo.
Please refer to page one of this thread:
http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=3278.msg57502#msg57502 (http://www.renaissancefestival.com/forums/index.php?topic=3278.msg57502#msg57502)
ALSO:
The M'Crack's are organizing a lunch each day at the same location as the tailgate in the parking lot. All are welcome to attend. The lunch will occur after the group photo (1:45ish). Please feel free to join us!
What do you mean by slope? Do you mean up on the benches that lead down to the stage? Do you mean on the /other/ side of the hill in front of the chapel? Over closer to the trees? Maybe someone needs to hold a sign!
Quote from: analise on August 12, 2009, 09:18:20 AM
What do you mean by slope? Do you mean up on the benches that lead down to the stage? Do you mean on the /other/ side of the hill in front of the chapel? Over closer to the trees? Maybe someone needs to hold a sign!
Off to the side of the chapel ... we feel the grade will allow for a better photo. Plus if there is extreme sun or rain, the canopy there will allow some comfort.
oooo...he said the "R" word! shhh! we can't have any of that!
Quote from: ~pixie~ on August 12, 2009, 10:32:09 AM
oooo...he said the "R" word! shhh! we can't have any of that!
Whoa ... speak for yourself lass, I love rain at faire! Keeps the drovers away. Best faire days are when it rains hardest!
Aye, you do have a point, there. I do stand corrected.
I recall a Labor Day weekend some years ago when it absolutely poured from Friday night to Monday evening. The vendors were all digging ditches to keep the flood waters from entering their shops, Lake White Hart developed to near flood level (you know that spot down by the wall, right?!), the bands stood on the tables while the Aerial Angels did their thing under the canopy, and only the most devoted were in attendance.
We had a blast! So yes, you are right. Sometimes the "R" word, isn't such a bad thing. You know that old saying, "come Hell or high water...!"
Rain:
Bad for faire ... good for Rennies!
In an nutshell. Well spake, Sir.
Quote from: Scotsman on August 12, 2009, 10:34:05 AM
Quote from: ~pixie~ on August 12, 2009, 10:32:09 AM
oooo...he said the "R" word! shhh! we can't have any of that!
Whoa ... speak for yourself lass, I love rain at faire! Keeps the drovers away. Best faire days are when it rains hardest!
I remember making the drive out there last year, during the monsoon. Talk about a blast! Even if I was drenched to the bone before even making it to the cloak shop. :D
The one weather event that i specifically stayed away from was the hurricane. Hannah, was it? I know folks went that day, but that was just too much for me. That was the only weekend i missed that year.
Hannah weekend was great!! What a blast we had!
I don't like to see the rain though... it really hurts the vendors. We try to make rain days, the days we do our shopping with them.
Quote from: Lupa on August 13, 2009, 12:15:28 PM
Hannah weekend was great!! What a blast we had!
You are indeed a brave soul! I agree with you on the vendor thing though. The shopping is the best when there aren't alot of people in the booths. At the same time, for the benefit of thos shop owners, we can all certainly hope that every shop is filled to capacity every day!
Quote from: Scotsman on August 12, 2009, 10:34:05 AM
Quote from: ~pixie~ on August 12, 2009, 10:32:09 AM
oooo...he said the "R" word! shhh! we can't have any of that!
Whoa ... speak for yourself lass, I love rain at faire! Keeps the drovers away. Best faire days are when it rains hardest!
So, having never been to MDRF in September...what kind of weather can we expect or what has happened in the past years? Just want to make sure I bring the right garb and if it should include flippers, a snorkle and a rubber ducky!
Quote from: Capt. Morgan on August 19, 2009, 09:42:02 AM
Quote from: Scotsman on August 12, 2009, 10:34:05 AM
Quote from: ~pixie~ on August 12, 2009, 10:32:09 AM
oooo...he said the "R" word! shhh! we can't have any of that!
Whoa ... speak for yourself lass, I love rain at faire! Keeps the drovers away. Best faire days are when it rains hardest!
So, having never been to MDRF in September...what kind of weather can we expect or what has happened in the past years? Just want to make sure I bring the right garb and if it should include flippers, a snorkle and a rubber ducky!
Expect hot and muggy and yes, possible rain. Expect it to be even hotter out near the joust field (no trees).
But mostly expect it to be hot. Temperatures lately (http://www.weather.com/weather/monthly/USMD0113?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared) have been in the upper 80's, lower 90's with enough humidity make the heat index icky, especially since you'll be outside all day.
Quote from: Scotsman on August 12, 2009, 10:34:05 AM
Quote from: ~pixie~ on August 12, 2009, 10:32:09 AM
oooo...he said the "R" word! shhh! we can't have any of that!
Whoa ... speak for yourself lass, I love rain at faire! Keeps the drovers away. Best faire days are when it rains hardest!
I don't know Scotsman... i have seen you when it rains its hardest... hahaha... i have the blackmail photos to prove it! ;)
April ... that was a for your eyes only moment! ;D
Oh, and the rest of faire too. Not my finest look though, but sobering to say the least!
Quote from: Scotsman on November 13, 2008, 07:27:41 AM
MDRF liaison committee: Work with MDRF to ensure that we don't break any rules like fire eating in the parking lot or having a kilt competition detracting from faire - basically bump everything we do to ensure no one comes from afar to get kicked out of faire the first day.
Lady Glorianna (lead)
WHAT!!!!! I CAN'T FIRE EAT???????????? What if I just spit fire??????
Quote from: masterrayvne on August 27, 2009, 07:20:11 AM
Quote from: Scotsman on November 13, 2008, 07:27:41 AM
MDRF liaison committee: Work with MDRF to ensure that we don't break any rules like fire eating in the parking lot or having a kilt competition detracting from faire - basically bump everything we do to ensure no one comes from afar to get kicked out of faire the first day.
Lady Glorianna (lead)
WHAT!!!!! I CAN'T FIRE EAT???????????? What if I just spit fire??????
Nope, no fire at MDRF. London Broil had a pretty nice gag about this, juggling things with felt "flame" because....no real fire. Fight School has "mime fire" which then we get, "oh no, no fire at the faire, put out the mime fire!!!!".
Fire used to be allowed, a few years ago, but then there was an accident involving it and a patron or two so they don't allow fire at the faire anymore.
Quote from: analise on August 27, 2009, 08:05:50 AM
Quote from: masterrayvne on August 27, 2009, 07:20:11 AM
Quote from: Scotsman on November 13, 2008, 07:27:41 AM
MDRF liaison committee: Work with MDRF to ensure that we don't break any rules like fire eating in the parking lot or having a kilt competition detracting from faire - basically bump everything we do to ensure no one comes from afar to get kicked out of faire the first day.
Lady Glorianna (lead)
WHAT!!!!! I CAN'T FIRE EAT???????????? What if I just spit fire??????
Nope, no fire at MDRF. London Broil had a pretty nice gag about this, juggling things with felt "flame" because....no real fire. Fight School has "mime fire" which then we get, "oh no, no fire at the faire, put out the mime fire!!!!".
Fire used to be allowed, a few years ago, but then there was an accident involving it and a patron or two so they don't allow fire at the faire anymore.
KILJOYS!!!!!! Oh well....guess I'm left with sword swallowing and a bed of nails.
Faire does not ... well let me say, they strongly discourage outside performers ... PERIOD. If they catch you doing it ... inside/outside the gate, you stand a very good chance of not being allowed to enjoy MDRF at all. Especially anything to do with fire. Sorry, but rules are rules.
I am not saying personally that you can't do it ... but the risk (in my opinion) is MUCH greater than the reward.
Quote from: Scotsman on August 27, 2009, 08:55:03 AM
Faire does not ... well let me say, they strongly discourage outside performers ... PERIOD. If they catch you doing it ... inside/outside the gate, you stand a very good chance of not being allowed to enjoy MDRF at all. Especially anything to do with fire. Sorry, but rules are rules.
I am not saying personally that you can't do it ... but the risk (in my opinion) is MUCH greater than the reward.
Point taken....I will just partake in the alcohol and perhaps a little nibble of food.
I posted a few sites up in the rendevous threads for alternate activities for anyone coming to town in vacation mode. Take a gander and post additions as you see fit.
Thanks!
Amras "Dusting the Squirrel Tonight" Elfwine
Work life and other stuff have prevented me from being actively lately....so stupid question...is MDRF Rendevous on Labor Day weekend?
Quote from: jmkhalfmoon on August 27, 2009, 02:06:09 PM
Work life and other stuff have prevented me from being actively lately....so stupid question...is MDRF Rendevous on Labor Day weekend?
Yep!
Are we there yet?
Click your heels three times, love........
"There's no place like Maryland...There's no place like Maryland...... :D
ONE WEEK TODAY AND ITS MEET AND GREET......THEN FAIRE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My girl has been awfully quiet.......speak up sweet Arianwyn!!!!
Ahhhhhh Master Ravyne......you know that being quiet is NOT in my nature ;)
Sooooooo Scotsman...way back on one of these threads I read that someone was going to make up some sort of a name-tag/badge for all of us with our Faire/Mundane Names....is that still happening?
I can't seem to find anythiing about that on the more recent topics.... :)
Quote from: jmkhalfmoon on August 27, 2009, 02:06:09 PM
Work life and other stuff have prevented me from being actively lately....so stupid question...is MDRF Rendevous on Labor Day weekend?
Hope to see you all there!
A week from now... we're on the way!
YES!!!
Seems like a dream because it's been a year looking forward to this...
Quote from: Amras Elfwine on August 27, 2009, 01:08:57 PM"Dusting the Squirrel Tonight"
Is
that what they're calling it these days... :D
Quote from: Feline Groovy on August 30, 2009, 07:44:43 AM
Quote from: Amras Elfwine on August 27, 2009, 01:08:57 PM"Dusting the Squirrel Tonight"
Is that what they're calling it these days... :D
i just spit ice tea ALL over my keyboard after reading this :)
Quote from: Arianwyn on August 28, 2009, 09:38:38 AM
Sooooooo Scotsman...way back on one of these threads I read that someone was going to make up some sort of a name-tag/badge for all of us with our Faire/Mundane Names....is that still happening?
Dinky Wench is all over this! She is a God send!
Quote from: Feline Groovy on August 30, 2009, 07:44:43 AM
Quote from: Amras Elfwine on August 27, 2009, 01:08:57 PM"Dusting the Squirrel Tonight"
Is that what they're calling it these days... :D
ROFL! Yes, come to think of it, it'll make a great title for my autobiography as well...
GREAT opening weekend, and I am totally STOKED for Friday night to get here!!
It shall be the most incredible of weekends! I'm staying at a friend's house through the holiday. . .so The Black Fox will darken the shadow of yer boots all weekend m'friends. . . .HUZZZAHHHHHH!
Quote from: Feline Groovy on August 30, 2009, 07:44:43 AM
Quote from: Amras Elfwine on August 27, 2009, 01:08:57 PM"Dusting the Squirrel Tonight"
Is that what they're calling it these days... :D
Hey, the O'Danny Girls have an entire song full of such euphanisms, sung to the tura lura lullabye.
Will! Black Fox!
Can't wait to see all of you...
only 4 days from now and I'll be landing...
I also posted this under the Rendezvous section of the forum...
So with so much going on for Rendezvous and several different schedules out there (i.e. R/F, M'Crack, Wenches, etc.)... I put everything together in one spreadsheet for "At A Glance".
http://www.spiritunlimited.com/pdf/Rendezvous%202009%20Schedule.pdf (http://www.spiritunlimited.com/pdf/Rendezvous%202009%20Schedule.pdf)
If I am missing anything, please let me know and I will be happy to add :)
Quote from: Lupa on September 02, 2009, 11:05:29 AM
I put everything together in one spreadsheet for "At A Glance".
this ROCKS!
Quote from: Lupa on September 02, 2009, 11:05:29 AM
I also posted this under the Rendezvous section of the forum...
So with so much going on for Rendezvous and several different schedules out there (i.e. R/F, M'Crack, Wenches, etc.)... I put everything together in one spreadsheet for "At A Glance".
http://www.spiritunlimited.com/pdf/Rendezvous%202009%20Schedule.pdf (http://www.spiritunlimited.com/pdf/Rendezvous%202009%20Schedule.pdf)
If I am missing anything, please let me know and I will be happy to add :)
Couple things that can be added if you like ...
1:45 (after photo) lunch served in parking lot for those that would like to join the M'Crack's for lunch
At faire closing (Sat/Sun) tailgate in the parking lot letting the lot clear - again all are welcome to attend.
DONE!!
http://www.spiritunlimited.com/pdf/Rendezvous%202009%20Schedule.pdf (http://www.spiritunlimited.com/pdf/Rendezvous%202009%20Schedule.pdf)
This is awesome Lupa...thank you!!! We just have to find our way to all of these places, hope the map is reliable :o
Here is the Revel Grove map. Is is pretty accurate though it gives the impression that the site is flat, which it is not in certain spots.
http://www.rennfest.com/index.php/entertainment-mainmenu-5/map-of-the-village-mainmenu-22
Just made reservations for Friday at KOA. We're ready to PAR-TAY!
Thankee, Lady Gloriana and Lupa!! I am usually told where to go; now, I even know just how get there.... :P
Quote from: Lady_Glorianna on September 02, 2009, 08:03:37 PM
Here is the Revel Grove map. Is is pretty accurate though it gives the impression that the site is flat, which it is not in certain spots.
http://www.rennfest.com/index.php/entertainment-mainmenu-5/map-of-the-village-mainmenu-22
I am thoroughly convinced that it is against some law for Renaissance Faires to be set up on flat terrain. Every faire I've ever been to has some damned hill or another.
As usual, FriendsOfMDRF.org welcome all of our renfaire friends to Revel Grove. Amras, Scotsman, Myself and tons of other folks make up our ranks and we're more than happy to show you the shire from gate to garden. Look for the Tudor Rose pin on all of our members that have the words "Non mihi, Non Tibi, Sed Nobis" (Not For Me, Not For You, But For Us) which we adopted back in 2004 as our creed. As one of the main communication venues for the festival, we really get a thrill out of showing off MDRF . . . not just an inn or a pub, but all that makes the festival so great.
I'll have the last remaining few dozen of our metal pins with me this coming weekend and I'm more than happy to part with them to folks who have found a new love for The Maryland Renaissance Festival. At $6 each, they're a steal and I might just trade a cider for one!! (I'm easy).
Look for us all around the grounds and especially at The White Hart Tavern where our banner flies proudly.
See you then m'friends!
Quote from: will paisley on September 03, 2009, 12:28:39 AM
Quote from: Lady_Glorianna on September 02, 2009, 08:03:37 PM
Here is the Revel Grove map. Is is pretty accurate though it gives the impression that the site is flat, which it is not in certain spots.
http://www.rennfest.com/index.php/entertainment-mainmenu-5/map-of-the-village-mainmenu-22
I am thoroughly convinced that it is against some law for Renaissance Faires to be set up on flat terrain. Every faire I've ever been to has some damned hill or another.
Will, my friend... two things
1. I cannot wait to see you again this year... mayhaps this time you'll drink an ale with me and share stories of our off-season exploits
(read: brag about things we've never done)
2. Come to Florida... there are NO hills in our Faires.
OK, so I promised myself I'd pack tonight... and I set about making the packing list and although it looks great... there was no actual physical packing done at all.
That being said, my seamstress delivered me ONE of the two new doublets I had made for me (I'm actually having 7 made but the other 5 can wait, I need 2 for this weekend... and she promised they'd be done on time...)
and the other one, well... ISN'T DONE YET!
I'm in full panic mode, here. She's also making 2 for Falcone... so he'll have two.
I'm stressing. Tomorrow eve, after work, I'll drink 3 beers from a 6 pack and pack for 3 days and 6 hours.
Well, the actual PACKING won't take that long... I meant I was... oh, you all know what I mean...
37 hours from now I'll be touching down at BWI!!!
(guess I ought to try to sleep)
Well...it is about 5:30AM as I begin to write this....
I too was to be packing, as Master Ravyne and I head out today. An overnight stop in Williamsport, PA and we are there tomorrow!!!!!!
But I digress....the packing......it was almost complete....and then I made the fatal mistake of sitting down on my bed to go over my list....and I was out like a like.....list in hand, lights still on, music playing.....garb everywhere.
When I woke (30 minutes ago), the excitement filled me; today we are FINALLY on our way to Maryland!!!!!
Of course the packing still remains....but I am on it...really, honestly.....logging off now ;D
Safe travels all, we will see you tomorrow night and if not tomorrow night then Saturday morning for sure!!!!
Arianwyn
(Nancy)
It is time!!!
Safe travels everyone and hurry it up ,we can't wait to see ya! ;D
And we can't wait to be seen! Everyone, please travel safely. We want us all there happy, healthy and together.
Can't wait to see you all! :-*
Quote from: SirBlackFox on September 03, 2009, 12:35:17 AM
I'll have the last remaining few dozen of our metal pins with me this coming weekend and I'm more than happy to part with them to folks who have found a new love for The Maryland Renaissance Festival. At $6 each, they're a steal and I might just trade a cider for one!! (I'm easy).
Will you hang on to two pins for me, please?
The excitement is building here, my friends, maybe almost as much as for you who travel to our fair shire.
We cannot WAIT to see each and every one of you. There will be smiles, laughs, tears...everything you'd see at a family reunion, which this is for us.
To the pub then, aye?? 1 day and a wakeup...
Cheers!!
Quote from: Steev on September 02, 2009, 09:35:14 PM
Just made reservations for Friday at KOA. We're ready to PAR-TAY!
We'll see you tomorrow eve'n at the KOA! Come have a drink with us!
Quote from: SirBlackFox on September 03, 2009, 12:35:17 AM
As usual, FriendsOfMDRF.org welcome all of our renfaire friends to Revel Grove. Amras, Scotsman, Myself and tons of other folks make up our ranks and we're more than happy to show you the shire from gate to garden. Look for the Tudor Rose pin on all of our members that have the words "Non mihi, Non Tibi, Sed Nobis" (Not For Me, Not For You, But For Us) which we adopted back in 2004 as our creed. As one of the main communication venues for the festival, we really get a thrill out of showing off MDRF . . . not just an inn or a pub, but all that makes the festival so great.
I'll have the last remaining few dozen of our metal pins with me this coming weekend and I'm more than happy to part with them to folks who have found a new love for The Maryland Renaissance Festival. At $6 each, they're a steal and I might just trade a cider for one!! (I'm easy).
Look for us all around the grounds and especially at The White Hart Tavern where our banner flies proudly.
See you then m'friends!
It's a deal if you'll let me buy you two ciders.
Damn I will give you my pin for a couple ciders!
LOL..doesn't take much, does it?
Quote from: SirBlackFox on September 03, 2009, 12:35:17 AM
I'll have the last remaining few dozen of our metal pins with me this coming weekend and I'm more than happy to part with them to folks who have found a new love for The Maryland Renaissance Festival. At $6 each, they're a steal and I might just trade a cider for one!! (I'm easy).
See you then m'friends!
Count (lol) me in!
I'm a pin whor... never mind that, just Count me in!
I believe Uflric already might have mentioned this...
As members of Friends of Faire http://mdfof.proboards55.com/ (http://mdfof.proboards55.com/)and the Lord High Drunkard, Ulfric extended an invitation to all coming to Rendezvous to attend the FoF Meet & Greet at 11AM (Dragon Inn) and FoF Shooters at 12-2PM (O'Schucks)... I did place them on the schedule :).
Everyone... safe journey!!!
Quote from: ~pixie~ on September 03, 2009, 10:47:17 AM
LOL..doesn't take much, does it?
Not at all. There's not much Scotsman wouldn't do for two beers.
Have fun over there this weekend. Can't wait to see you all next month!!
Quote from: Count Adolfo on September 03, 2009, 11:41:37 AM
Quote from: SirBlackFox on September 03, 2009, 12:35:17 AM
I'll have the last remaining few dozen of our metal pins with me this coming weekend and I'm more than happy to part with them to folks who have found a new love for The Maryland Renaissance Festival. At $6 each, they're a steal and I might just trade a cider for one!! (I'm easy).
See you then m'friends!
Cider it is!
Count (lol) me in!
I'm a pin whor... never mind that, just Count me in!
I better bring a Tupperware pitcher for all the ciders. . . . truth be known. . . these be the last of the second batch. . . (we went through the first before the middle of faire two years ago). . . not sure if I'll order more. . . at least not soon anyway.
Female smootches and weed puller grabs will also up the ante. . .as I am a Himbo (male bimbo). . . so bring a cider and a hot lady and you're in. (so to speak).
I can be bought. . .cheap.
***gee i sure hope Lady Guinness Junior is going to be there***
10 hours and 30 minutes to liftoff
I should be sleepin'
Quote from: SirBlackFox on September 02, 2009, 11:27:59 AM
Quote from: Lupa on September 02, 2009, 11:05:29 AM
I put everything together in one spreadsheet for "At A Glance".
this ROCKS!
I think it's certainly spectaculariffic!
Quote from: Count Adolfo on September 04, 2009, 01:22:59 AM
10 hours and 30 minutes to liftoff
I should be sleepin'
Safe travels! We'll soon be toasting over a quaffable... 8)
Quote from: Nailin on September 03, 2009, 10:50:41 PM
***gee i sure hope Lady Guinness Junior is going to be there***
Yeah she will ... or as I like to call her ... Lady Smithwicks! A lite version of Lady Guinness!
Quote from: Scotsman on September 04, 2009, 01:37:55 PM
Quote from: Nailin on September 03, 2009, 10:50:41 PM
***gee i sure hope Lady Guinness Junior is going to be there***
Yeah she will ... or as I like to call her ... Lady Smithwicks! A lite version of Lady Guinness!
Now that just makes me want a BlackSmith (smithwick's and guinness)!
My husband and I had grand plans of arriving sometime within the 9 o'clock hour and say hi...but you know the old story of best laid plans....
My grandmother has apparently had a stroke tonight - I was called while at work with this information. My mother is one of five children, so the families have swarmed to her at the hospital. Mom was going to watch the kids for us, but is now on her way to New Jersey to lend her support (of which I wouldn't have it any other way). I'm not going up just yet and add to the already frazzled nerves and insanity, but it does put a dark cloud of what should have been a fun weekend, plus the fact that we'll have the kids with us as well (which means a shorter visit to the fest than planned and a lot less drinking. :( )
So hopefully we'll bump into you all at the White Hart whenever we do make it down.
Thank you to all the wonderful people who hosted the tailgate, provided food/drink/booze, the pins and especially to whoever made those yummy cakes!!
our photos of the weekend:
http://s195.photobucket.com/albums/z312/SirBlackFox/MDRF/2009/Magic%20Weekend/
Just a quick 'thank you' to all the visitors who came to Revel Grove this weekend. It was great to see you and watch everyone enjoying our home. Until next time...
'Twas a last minute decision but I made it there for Sunday and had an excellent time. I enjoyed meeting all those that I met in the process but didn't make a single meet and greet anywhere. Ended up in the "Dragons Lair?" I think for a few final ales when the rain tested us. Suspect that will be my favorite pub when I make it back again. A great Sunday!
I want to say that I am SO glad that I FINALLY made it for Labor Day weekend-which happened to be Rendezvous weekend also! I always say-each year, I will make it for labor day, for the tailgates, but NEVER do! It was so great to meet everyone and make new friends! I must say, out of the 5 years I have been attending the fair-this weekend has been the most fun ;)
Thank you to everyone who made us feel at home on Saturday! We had a great time, especially at the tavern. It was nice to meet so many people from the forums, and we will certainly try to make it back again this season.
It sounds like everyone had a wonderful time from Dinner at the Meet-n-Greet Friday night 'til the last photo was taken on Monday evening. I can't wait to see you all again (I know lots of folks are returning for closing weekend) and hopefully I'll remember some names this time! (it's tough to remember 3 names for everyone: 1-Renn 2-McCrack 3-Real).
Love to everyone and thank you.
I want to say what a PLEASURE it was in helping host Rendezvous 2009 at MDRF!!! It was so wonderful to see old and new faces!! I hope everyone enjoyed our faire and maybe even made a few new friends :). Thanks to all who made this such a memorable experience!
As special thanks to Scotsman and Lady Guinness for being the point for getting MDRF nominated and for getting the ball rolling... it could not have been done without you!!!!
I had so much fun at RF this weekend :) It was so great to finally meet all of you!
Here are my pictures:
http://s134.photobucket.com/albums/q119/BigCutie20/MDRF%20Labor%20Day%20and%20Rendezvous%20Weekend%202009/ (http://s134.photobucket.com/albums/q119/BigCutie20/MDRF%20Labor%20Day%20and%20Rendezvous%20Weekend%202009/)
for some reason, the pictures uploaded backwards, so its from Monday, and then Saturday-since I missed Sunday
I would like to express my thanks to all of you, who made Rendezvous '09 such a rousing success. Scotsman, Lady Guinness, Lady Joyce Ann (special thanks for everything), Lupa, Ulfrich, Dinkywench and everyone else who contributed all of their time and efforts. It was a spectacular weekend, and produced many wonderful memories, and I will be forever grateful. And to all of my friends, old and new, it was wonderful to see you, and I am looking forward to the next time.
Huzzah!
:-* :-* :-*
Quote from: Alisoun on September 08, 2009, 06:20:06 AM
Thank you to everyone who made us feel at home on Saturday! We had a great time, especially at the tavern. It was nice to meet so many people from the forums, and we will certainly try to make it back again this season.
THE tavern? There are at least four taverns on site (and possibly more, depending on your definition). I hope that was the White Hart Tavern (though the other taverns have their appeal), and that you got to see the musical acts such as the Pirates Royale, the O'Danny Girls, the Hooligans and The Interpreters perform- otherwise, you'll just have to come back again. ;)
Glad to hear you had a good time.
A fine weekend with excellent company. Looking forward to next year.
I want to thank all of you for what is easily my best RenWeekend ever. From the Friday night meet and greet, to the tailgates both mornings, from the gatherings in the evenings to the assistance in finding Brent Monday morning, it was such an event in my life.
This was the first time I have been so involved in the Faire for a weekend. Usually, it is more like show up at 9:30, enter upon the gates opening, enjoy the Faire throughout the day, participate a little at the pubs and a few greetings to people as you pass each other, hopefully be able to stay for pub sing. You have turned my Faire outlook on it's ear.
After having actually met so many of you and been able to connect with you, I will never think of Revel Grove or it's inhabitants the same again. (forced to pause, not embarrassed to admit to wiping an actual tear from his cheek). You took us into your family like we belonged. I don't think it is quite possible for me to communicate effectively how great a people you are. As I have been trying just now, I have had to pause and walk away from my keyboard twice to compose myself.
There were so many special moments that made up this weekend, and so many incredibly special people that made it happen. Many little corners of Revel Grove now have new and powerful meaning to me. The problem now is making the rest of my RenLife live up to the new standard you have now set.
Again, I thank you.We won't be able to come back until next Labor Day Weekend, but that gives me 361 days to look forward to it, and look forward to seeing all of you.
Quote from: Nailin on September 07, 2009, 07:15:02 PM
Thank you to all the wonderful people who hosted the tailgate, provided food/drink/booze, the pins and especially to whoever made those yummy cakes!!
You're welcome darlin'! Glad you enjoyed the cakes. That was my lovely wife working hard baking. See you at CRF if not sooner! Maybe Sir P.A. will show up. ::)
Quote from: robert of armstrong on September 08, 2009, 12:17:51 PM
I want to thank all of you for what is easily my best RenWeekend ever. From the Friday night meet and greet, to the tailgates both mornings, from the gatherings in the evenings to the assistance in finding Brent Monday morning, it was such an event in my life.
This was the first time I have been so involved in the Faire for a weekend. Usually, it is more like show up at 9:30, enter upon the gates opening, enjoy the Faire throughout the day, participate a little at the pubs and a few greetings to people as you pass each other, hopefully be able to stay for pub sing. You have turned my Faire outlook on it's ear.
After having actually met so many of you and been able to connect with you, I will never think of Revel Grove or it's inhabitants the same again. (forced to pause, not embarrassed to admit to wiping an actual tear from his cheek). You took us into your family like we belonged. I don't think it is quite possible for me to communicate effectively how great a people you are. As I have been trying just now, I have had to pause and walk away from my keyboard twice to compose myself.
There were so many special moments that made up this weekend, and so many incredibly special people that made it happen. Many little corners of Revel Grove now have new and powerful meaning to me. The problem now is making the rest of my RenLife live up to the new standard you have now set.
Again, I thank you.We won't be able to come back until next Labor Day Weekend, but that gives me 361 days to look forward to it, and look forward to seeing all of you.
You are welcome back anytime my friend and we look forward to seeing you again next year.
Thank you to all that came to Revel Grove! It was a grand weekend and very enjoyable! Scotsman, Lady Guiness and others but especially you two did a GREAT job as usual! We'll see everyone in 3 weeks as this weekend the wife works and next weekend we're off to PARF.
Here are my pics in no particular order from this weekend. Enjoy!
http://entertainment.webshots.com/album/574562762YRSMoW
Quote from: robert of armstrong on September 08, 2009, 12:17:51 PM
I want to thank all of you for what is easily my best RenWeekend ever. From the Friday night meet and greet, to the tailgates both mornings, from the gatherings in the evenings to the assistance in finding Brent Monday morning, it was such an event in my life.
This was the first time I have been so involved in the Faire for a weekend. Usually, it is more like show up at 9:30, enter upon the gates opening, enjoy the Faire throughout the day, participate a little at the pubs and a few greetings to people as you pass each other, hopefully be able to stay for pub sing. You have turned my Faire outlook on it's ear.
After having actually met so many of you and been able to connect with you, I will never think of Revel Grove or it's inhabitants the same again. (forced to pause, not embarrassed to admit to wiping an actual tear from his cheek). You took us into your family like we belonged. I don't think it is quite possible for me to communicate effectively how great a people you are. As I have been trying just now, I have had to pause and walk away from my keyboard twice to compose myself.
There were so many special moments that made up this weekend, and so many incredibly special people that made it happen. Many little corners of Revel Grove now have new and powerful meaning to me. The problem now is making the rest of my RenLife live up to the new standard you have now set.
Again, I thank you.We won't be able to come back until next Labor Day Weekend, but that gives me 361 days to look forward to it, and look forward to seeing all of you.
Robert,
You and Brent are more than welcome! We look forward to your return to our humble Grove.
A quick note to thank everyone, for everything this past weekend.
Be well until next we meet friends,
Arianwyn
I would like to add my thanks to Scotsman and Lady Guinness, Lupa and Ulfric, JoyceAnn, and the many others who worked very hard to make the weekend a grand success! You all did a FABULOUS job and are to be highly commended!
I also want to thank all of the "out of towners" for joining us at our lovely faire, helping to make some wonderful memories for us all. You are welcome back any time - we really enjoyed having our friends visit, both old friends and new!
Until next time.................HUZZAH!! :)
Back to work today ... Thank God ... I need a vacation from faire (lol)!
Quote from: Scotsman on September 09, 2009, 06:09:24 AM
Back to work today ... Thank God ... I need a vacation from faire (lol)!
Not me. Someone else put it best. "Faire, escape to reality from the fantasy." Had to agree, I wish every day was spent at Faire. -_-
Granted, have to find a trade of some sort or another, lol...
Quote from: Master James on September 08, 2009, 01:06:48 PM
Here are my pics in no particular order from this weekend. Enjoy!
http://entertainment.webshots.com/album/574562762YRSMoW
Great photos. Who is behind the lens in the pictures of you?
Quote from: Dallan on September 10, 2009, 11:34:09 AM
Quote from: Master James on September 08, 2009, 01:06:48 PM
Here are my pics in no particular order from this weekend. Enjoy!
http://entertainment.webshots.com/album/574562762YRSMoW
Great photos. Who is behind the lens in the pictures of you?
My lovely wife had charge of the camera the day I was Sir P.A.
Lucky you. I handed the camera to Lady Di on day two hoping we might capture a photo of me since none were taken day one. She passed it to Master Drew (the 7 year old). Plenty of pictures, mostly of the ground, animals and food, only one really bad one of me. Oh well, such is the life of the family photographer. Fortunately you and others were kinder to me than my family.
If I may, I'd like to thank everyone... and I mean EVERYONE... who made this weekend so bloody enjoyable for me and Falcone.
I'd try to list you all but seriously, there are so many of you that I'd surely forget someone and feelings would be hurt so I'll not even try. I wish I had more voice all weekend... there were so many things I had to NOT say... or do...
you know, that might have accounted for me going the entire weekend without getting into too too too much trouble...
naaaaah!!!
I'll hopefully have my voice back for TRF in a month and Charlotte a month after that.
In the meantime, I'm still reveling in the wondrous memories that are now Rendezvous to me.
Thanks, Seamus, for accompanying me there. Thanks, Hector, for being such a good sport and for making the trip. I wish more of us got to go.
ONE very FUNNY and special thanks?
Thanks Iain Robb... I had to travel 1000 miles to meet someone who is a regular here at BARF!
THAT is a precious and funny memory... a legend of Rendezvous!
Michelle and i got a couple good pictures of you. We'll post them once we sort through the 400-500 we have.
Quote from: Dallan on September 10, 2009, 02:30:06 PM
Lucky you. I handed the camera to Lady Di on day two hoping we might capture a photo of me since none were taken day one. She passed it to Master Drew (the 7 year old). Plenty of pictures, mostly of the ground, animals and food, only one really bad one of me. Oh well, such is the life of the family photographer. Fortunately you and others were kinder to me than my family.
Thank you to all of you at Revel Grove for a joyous weekend and thanks to everyone who came from so far away. Worst faire hangover ever!
I'll be back for more in late October. See you all then.
Quote from: Count Adolfo on September 11, 2009, 12:23:55 AM
If I may, I'd like to thank everyone... and I mean EVERYONE... who made this weekend so bloody enjoyable for me and Falcone.
I'd try to list you all but seriously, there are so many of you that I'd surely forget someone and feelings would be hurt so I'll not even try. I wish I had more voice all weekend... there were so many things I had to NOT say... or do...
you know, that might have accounted for me going the entire weekend without getting into too too too much trouble...
naaaaah!!!
I'll hopefully have my voice back for TRF in a month and Charlotte a month after that.
In the meantime, I'm still reveling in the wondrous memories that are now Rendezvous to me.
Thanks, Seamus, for accompanying me there. Thanks, Hector, for being such a good sport and for making the trip. I wish more of us got to go.
ONE very FUNNY and special thanks?
Thanks Iain Robb... I had to travel 1000 miles to meet someone who is a regular here at BARF!
THAT is a precious and funny memory... a legend of Rendezvous!
Thanks to you good sir my daughter was quite smitten with Falcone the rest of the day. :) Wish the hubby and I could have stayed and mingled, or even returned for a second day.
then I suppose you will have to make a trek to Bay Area Renaissance Festival in the spring... or at least to another Faire we'll be at...
Quote from: Dallan on September 10, 2009, 02:30:06 PM
Lucky you. I handed the camera to Lady Di on day two hoping we might capture a photo of me since none were taken day one. She passed it to Master Drew (the 7 year old). Plenty of pictures, mostly of the ground, animals and food, only one really bad one of me. Oh well, such is the life of the family photographer. Fortunately you and others were kinder to me than my family.
Dallan - I just sent you an email with an attachment I think you will want to check out ;)
Quote from: Lady de la Warr on September 12, 2009, 07:05:15 PM
Quote from: Dallan on September 10, 2009, 02:30:06 PM
Lucky you. I handed the camera to Lady Di on day two hoping we might capture a photo of me since none were taken day one. She passed it to Master Drew (the 7 year old). Plenty of pictures, mostly of the ground, animals and food, only one really bad one of me. Oh well, such is the life of the family photographer. Fortunately you and others were kinder to me than my family.
Dallan - I just sent you an email with an attachment I think you will want to check out ;)
Thanks. Which email?
Dallan - check your Renmail. :)
Thanks
My pleasure :)
For you non-Facbookers I finally got my pictures up on my personal site. Please stop by my Home page and sign the guest book. http://dekowski.piczo.com/?g=43864421&cr=1 (http://dekowski.piczo.com/?g=43864421&cr=1)