4th of July in Richmond, VA - Not your typical celebration!

[Asile]

Cross-posted here for those who don't read the boards over at play.net:

https://www.play.net/forums/messages.asp?forum=102&category=13&topic=3&message=2559


Hopefully some of you remember Theogrim...and may know that his player recently returned home after a 15-month tour in Iraq. Sure, he's had a bunch of other folks welcoming him home, but he needs a party GemStone style! So, between July 4 being on a Friday, and him being on leave that weekend...Richmond, VA, will be THE place to be this year!

So, ok, maybe that's the only somewhat atypical thing about this, but that's enough, right? Besides, everyone loves the tradition of burgers and dogs and other picnic/cookout stuffs! And trust me, if someone goes hungry, it will NOT be my fault!

So here's the important things:
WHEN: Friday, July 4 (of course!), starting around 3pm or so
WHERE: My house in south Richmond, easily accessible from I-95 and other major area highways

I have a limited amount of crash space, but if needed, I can make more so long as people don't mind sleeping on the floor...or out back in a tent. There are also a number of hotels nearby that should fit every price range.

If I know that people will stay in the area overnight, I'll also plan a brunch for July 5; I can also look into other activities in the area for Saturday. (Hmm.. I wonder if anyone would be up to heading over to Williamsburg for Busch Gardens or Water Country USA?)

If you have questions or need more information (like directions, 'cause you're coming!), post here, or send me a PM, or IM me at LyrrahC.

Let's all show Theogrim some love!

[Drew]

Theogrim is good people.

[Sean of the Thread]

Condoms provided?

[BigWorm]

Condoms provided?

Yeah they'll be right next to the wheelchairs.

[Skeeter]

nerd orgy!

[Shifted]

Hmm, about 30 mins from my old house, I may show up. should be a fun. KD out of the question? Better rides, and a water park right there, too.

[Asile]

Condoms provided?

Those are bring your own. Some preferences I DON'T try to mess with.

KD is doable.. I just tend to forget about it 'cause we haven't been there in years. Hell, it may even be preferable 'cause it's got everything together...and it's about the same distance as the Williamsburg stuff.

[vprmn123]

hmm I live in Richmond, that many other people from area?

[Stanley Burrell]

Theogrim is cool, even though I don't remember exactly why. But I remember him being cool, do not question my coolness memory. He's cool. Definitely a cyan highlight in the Wizard FE.

[Revalos]

I can probably stop by on my way down to Coastal North Cackalacky from Maryland, do you need anyone to bring stuff? I am addicted to Costco.

[Asile]

hmm I live in Richmond, that many other people from area?

I think there's a few around here (meaning, among Richmond, Chesterfield and Henrico)...but most of them seem to be anti-social or something when it comes to meeting with any other GS players. Feel free to PM me or AIM LyrrahC, now that I have something of a life again. So far, the folks I've been hearing from are around Fredricksburg, DC...and got some in the NYC area that may come down to see Theogrim.

Revalos, thanks for the offer to stop by Costco. I'm not sure yet if I'll need you to stop (and does this mean you're planning to come?), but I'll let you know a little closer to the 4th.

[Revalos]

Yeah, I'll be there. I have to leave that night and head down to NC to fish, but I can definitely be around for the 4th.

[Asile]

Sadly, Life had its way over here, so a party here at my house on the 4th is out. Sorry about the kinda late notice, but we were hoping for a way to salvage it and that just didn't pop up.

The not so sad part is that we're still gonna go to Kings Dominion on Saturday, the 5th, so for those who were planning on that or thinking about it (or had no clue about it and are just now hearing about it)...that bit is still on.

Here's the details:
The park opens at 10:30, so we'll plan to meet in front of the fountains just inside the main entrance at 10:45 before making our attack. The park closes at 10, and they list that there'll fireworks at some point (my guess is around 9:30 or so). It's probably going to be hot, so I know I'll be planning on spending some time in Water Works.

Park tickets are normally $51.95 but there are discount options available through the website, which bring them as low as $39.95 for adults if you buy them at least 3 days in advance.

KD's website for more information or the online ticket purchase is http://www.kingsdominion.com

If you're even only thinking of coming, try to let me know by posting here, dropping me a PM or sending an IM to LyrrahC (if we'd already talked about this, I'm gonna try to get in touch with you today, too). This way I can get you my cell number to help you find me, as well as get something of a count so I know if I should wait a few minutes before we start taking over the park.

(This was also posted on the Officials (https://www.play.net/forums/messages.asp?forum=102&category=13&topic=2&message=2994), for anyone who's curious.)

[Asile]

Kinda late reminder here, but since I haven't heard from anyone I figure I should pop one up...

Even though I had to cancel today, I will be going to Kings Dominion tomorrow, July 5, and will wait in front of the fountains just inside the entrance 'til 10:45 before heading out. If you're planning to go and want my cell number, post here or IM me at LyrrahC or PM me; I'll be checking stuff throughout the day today.