4th ANNUAL MID WINTER GATHERING...

[Bob23]

I'm afraid I cannot help with lodging info...you're on your own!
The roster as it now stands:

The Definites:
Bob and Linda (that'd be me and the boss)
Jason and Janet
Brad and Lily
Marty and Barbara
Kevin and Lesa ( Longtime friends...it was Kev who turned me onto this site so now you know who to blame!!!)
Allen and Suzie
Tim and Vicci

The Maybe:
No Mas...aka Rick and Susan.

That's all folks!!!!
For the cause,
Bob23

[Mas]

Still trying to reschedule a conflict which is a little time sensitive that involves other folk's calendars but making headway.

So what is everyone else doing for lodging? Might be kinda fun to raft up afterwards! Weigh in.

No Mas

[Eagleye]

Good job and thanks, Bob! 
Suzie and I are making a long weekend out of it.  We will come down on Friday and leave on Sunday, do some site seeing and maybe look up some old friends. I'm not sure about the lodging yet but there are often good deals out there.  (The Hilton is only 3 blocks from Moshulu and right next to the Independence Seaport Museum..  Hmmmm?)

Lunch or dinner will be fine with us. 

Can't wait to see y'all.
-Allen

[Tim Gardner]

Well folks,

My Admiral's Shrink, Dr.Chriss, has written a prescription for Vicki to take a minimum two weeks away before she can return to part time work in January.  We have been graciously offered a home in Venice Fl for as long as we want in January by one of my friends.
Soooo, we will not be able to make the MWG in Philly.  Instead, we'll be basking in the sunshine in Fl.

MHBFY.  TG

[Bob23]

Well you both will be missed and enjoy Florida. Thank you Tim, for giving me your credit card number so we can stick you with the entire tab! What a guy!!!! Best to you and Vicci and accept me (our) wishes for a joyous Christmas!
Bob23

[Mas]

Hey Allen and Suzie,

Had been looking for accommodations as well down by the docks. After all this is a sailors gathering! There are a few options near there  Not sure if we will get there Friday or not, actually still have a conflict that we are actively working to eliminate, looking better though. Also would like to sight see some as we have never been there.

Looking forward to meeting folks. Any one else wanna weigh in on thoughts about accommodations and timing?

No Mas, aka Rick and Susan

Oh Bob, since you have Tim's credit card maybe we should just book some rooms at the Hilton for everyone!

[Mas]

It is after the first of the year and we are still unable to pull free on that weekend. Kinda bummed, but we knew that Bob needed a yup or nope by now and it's gunna have to be nope. If we do end up able to get away for those couple days will call and try to get with the rest of the group. There will be other times and the venue looked like something you would not forget!

[Bob23]

Ok, thanks for the heads up. I will look forward to meeting you fellers at the 1st annual CBMWG!

[MKBLK]

Well, we're getting close to the MWG. Looking forward to seeing all. I know that visiting the battleship New Jersey was suggested (but is closed) however, right next door to the Mosholu is the battleship Olympia (the Maine's sister ship). I believe it is open for tours. Also a submarine. These are all at Penn's Landing.

Also, I believe 1/2 price parking ($7.50 vs $15.00) is available nearby. I'll look into that... again. I had already researched this stuff when my computer totally crashed thanks to Microsoft Windows 10. A caveat: If you're planning to install W10 on your computer, you must do a total re-install of the operating system (I found out too late). The W10 install can kill all your restore points. I found this out after I installed W10 and found that some features didn't work properly so tried (following Microsoft's instructions) to go back... disaster.

Hope all enjoyed the New Year. Going to miss those that can't make it. Hope T and V have warm thoughts for us!

Marty K.

[kickingbug1]

im sure you will all be sailing in min january>

[Bob23]

ATTENTION: CALLING ALL HANDS:
  A few things: First, the final roster:
Us (Bob and Linda)
Marty and Barbara
Jason and Janet
Brad and Lily
Kevin and Lesa
and Allen and Suzie. I don't believe I've forgotten anyone but if so, speak now or forever hold your peace!
Second, and more importantly:  I spoke to Moshulu about 5 or 6 weeks ago and was told no problem for our gathering for lunch and to call back about a week away. Well....I just did and was informed that they have discontinued lunches on Saturday, as of about 5 or 6 weeks ago. Cute. I immediately called Marty for he is familiar with the area and recommended the King George the Second Inn. I have called their and made a lunch reservation for the 12 of us for 12:30 pm Saturday January 16th in the year of our Lord 2016.

   I'm sorry for this last minute switcheroo but it is out of my control. Please let me know if you are not coming so I an alter the reservation number but I hope everyone can make it.
http://www.kginn.com/
Yours for the cause,
Bob Twenty Three.

[jthatcher]

no problem.. it is the company that counts!   looking forward to seeing everyone..   thanks again for doing the planning..  and thanks to Marty for being your faithful assistant   jt

[Eagleye]

We are still in, Bob.  I changed hotels and we are looking forward to the get-away.

-Allen & Suzie

[K3v1n]

Okie Dokie!

[Bob23]

This is great! I'm so looking forward to seeing everyone again. And special thanks to Vicki for cyber smuggling Tim's credit card number. What great friends!!!
Bob23