Kmlwx Posted May 14, 2016 Share Posted May 14, 2016 I'm going to bring a binder full of every Yoda copy and pasted post ever posted on EUSWX and AmWx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Shaw Posted May 14, 2016 Share Posted May 14, 2016 I usually only post in the "What's the weather where you are" topic, but I do it daily with my backyard weather data. I have been around for years. I would love to meet up in Rockville on Sat July 30 my birthday is July 29 by the way. I am up for just about any location, as long as I can have a beer. Thanks for setting this up. I will try and check back here when I get the chance. Walrus - Gaithersburg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deck Pic Posted May 14, 2016 Author Share Posted May 14, 2016 whats the rule on kids? can i bring mini-map sure... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoda Posted May 14, 2016 Share Posted May 14, 2016 I'm going to bring a binder full of every Yoda copy and pasted post ever posted on EUSWX and AmWx Thats going to be a lot of binders I might be able to make it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mappy Posted May 14, 2016 Share Posted May 14, 2016 sure... I was mostly kidding. Gonna try and make it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtropics Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 We could also do a barbecue at someone's house, but don't want it to turn into a who has the biggest house brag thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Chill Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 I have nothing planned in July at all. Should be no problem for me. BWW is fine but it is pretty loud in the bar. Not so much from crowds but the design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 We could also do a barbecue at someone's house, but don't want it to turn into a who has the biggest house brag thread I'd think there'd be a pretty big benefit to having wait staff available rather than somebody hosting (especially if the group is large enough). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deck Pic Posted May 15, 2016 Author Share Posted May 15, 2016 We could also do a barbecue at someone's house, but don't want it to turn into a who has the biggest house brag thread I have nothing planned in July at all. Should be no problem for me. BWW is fine but it is pretty loud in the bar. Not so much from crowds but the design. I'd think there'd be a pretty big benefit to having wait staff available rather than somebody hosting (especially if the group is large enough). While I'm not closed off to other suggestions, I think the following criteria makes the most sense in terms of accommodating the travel needs of the most people, while providing a good social experience for what potentially could be a sizable group. - Within 5 blocks of a Red or Green line Metro stop in the Maryland suburbs of DC - Easy parking - Large place with reasonably priced food/beverage. Perhaps a private room or section with dedicated wait staff - Saturday mid to late afternoon start time. Perhaps officially 3:30 - 7? Will allow people to have their mornings and evenings free. Those who want to keep the party going are free to do so. To the extent people want to make suggestions, keeping the above criteria in mind, I am all ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deck Pic Posted May 15, 2016 Author Share Posted May 15, 2016 I think the current plan works well. We just need a place and location. I've never been to that BWW. I just threw it out there because it is close to a metro. There are probably places that are better. We need the MD crew to make suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2O Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 Where's BB when you need him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 The Rockville arm of the red line is probably the best zone to look in as Matt said. There's a decent amount of places that are metro-able in that area. The other side of the red line I guess is also in play but also a bit more seedy in parts. The Rockville area plan sounds good to me. I'm sure there are some non-chains that might fit the bill but I'd have to look closer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 I will refuse to recognize your existence if you do not look like your profile pic/avatar. I hope the same criteria does not apply to me. Otherwise I have a hell of a costume to start working on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 The White Flint stop also has some options - like a Chili's. Or I guess we could just rent a giant party bus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormtracker Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 I hate you people Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gymengineer Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 We just need a place and location. I've never been to that BWW. I just threw it out there because it is close to a metro. There are probably places that are better. We need the MD crew to make suggestions. The White Flint stop also has some options - like a Chili's. Or I guess we could just rent a giant party bus. I've been to Rockville Town Center more than a hundred times and I live right by White Flint Metro station. As for Rockville Town Center-- Buffalo Wild Wings could be ok. Gordon Biersch has a large bar and bar-seating area that could work for a large group Saturday afternoon into the evening. They probably have a better range of food and drink offerings than BWW. There's a middle couch section of La Tasca that can be reserved, which could accommodate a medium group (12 people was fine for an event I reserved a few years ago). As for White Flint station-- not Chili's. It's kind of a far walk anyway . There are multiple better locations at the Pike and Rose development (Stella Barra Pizzeria, Summer House, Carluccio's, Del Frisco's, City Perch), which is a short walk from the White Flint stop. Stella Barra Pizzeria would work pretty well for a Saturday afternoon into evening. The front area is a bar that opens to the outdoor seating. Summer House is more expensive, but could be a good option as far as good service with a variety of food/drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellinwood Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 There is also Quincy's South Bar and Grille near White Flint that I like to frequent. Always a good atmosphere with good food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mappy Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 We just need a place and location. I've never been to that BWW. I just threw it out there because it is close to a metro. There are probably places that are better. We need the MD crew to make suggestions. I'm practically in PA, don't get down to the suburbs of DC much... so I have NO IDEA what is around there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deck Pic Posted May 16, 2016 Author Share Posted May 16, 2016 I've been to Rockville Town Center more than a hundred times and I live right by White Flint Metro station. As for Rockville Town Center-- Buffalo Wild Wings could be ok. Gordon Biersch has a large bar and bar-seating area that could work for a large group Saturday afternoon into the evening. They probably have a better range of food and drink offerings than BWW. There's a middle couch section of La Tasca that can be reserved, which could accommodate a medium group (12 people was fine for an event I reserved a few years ago). As for White Flint station-- not Chili's. It's kind of a far walk anyway . There are multiple better locations at the Pike and Rose development (Stella Barra Pizzeria, Summer House, Carluccio's, Del Frisco's, City Perch), which is a short walk from the White Flint stop. Stella Barra Pizzeria would work pretty well for a Saturday afternoon into evening. The front area is a bar that opens to the outdoor seating. Summer House is more expensive, but could be a good option as far as good service with a variety of food/drinks. There is also Quincy's South Bar and Grille near White Flint that I like to frequent. Always a good atmosphere with good food. Thanks for the suggestions. Once we get a firmer idea of number of attendees, that might help to pick a spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
North Balti Zen Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 I hate you people Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Yeah. I am gone for one week this summer and they scheduled it for that week. Message received... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deck Pic Posted May 16, 2016 Author Share Posted May 16, 2016 Yeah. I am gone for one week this summer and they scheduled it for that week. Message received... I'm not opposed to revisiting the date. I picked the date that seemed to work best for the most people. Also it had to work for Always in Zugzwang since it is was his idea, and me as well since I am kind of spearheading it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
North Balti Zen Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 I'm not opposed to revisiting the date. I picked the date that seemed to work best for the most people. Also it had to work for Always in Zugzwang since it is was his idea, and me as well since I am kind of spearheading it. I was kidding (just disappointed I miss another chance to meet a bunch of you face to face). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattie g Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Wife has a lot of freelance work this summer, so I'm going to be on daddy duty on weekends a lot. Hopefully I can make it...might even make a side trip to The Kielbasa Factory on the way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTRWx Posted May 22, 2016 Share Posted May 22, 2016 Where's BB when you need him? Who's BB? (My old email at least starts that way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmlwx Posted May 23, 2016 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Who's BB? (My old email at least starts that way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2O Posted May 23, 2016 Share Posted May 23, 2016 Who's BB? (My old email at least starts that way ) This event sounds awesome! I'm in! Yup. Bethesda Boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
das Posted May 26, 2016 Share Posted May 26, 2016 Sounds like fun. Hope to make it. It would be nice to link some faces to names. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.J Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 I will refuse to recognize your existence if you do not look like your profile pic/avatar. Guess that applies to me also... On another note, missed the vote and will be on vacation that weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wxdude64 Posted June 8, 2016 Share Posted June 8, 2016 I will refuse to recognize your existence if you do not look like your profile pic/avatar. Guess that applies to me also... On another note, missed the vote and will be on vacation that weekend. Sure, sure. Likely excuse haha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2O Posted June 8, 2016 Share Posted June 8, 2016 Location decided yet? Ground rules for conversation? Will we see PR type discourse live when we gtg? Religion, politics and sports convo is all i talk about. Eff weather. Also you better know everything about Tay-Tay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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