Headcount for DC Party

[LynneSin]

I'm trying to get some sort of unofficial headcount for the upcoming gathering/protest in Washington DC Sept 23-25th

The following events have been scheduled:

Sept 23rd 7pm: DU Pre-protest Party at the Capital Lounge
Sept 24th 9:00: DU breakfast TBD
Sept 24th 11:00: Meetup at Washington Monument for the Anti-war protest. A spot near the protest will be determined closer to that date
Sept 24th (Sometime after protest probably around 7pm): DU After-protest Party - RFDs

Let me know what events you will be there. There are no costs for these events other than the usual you incur (Drinks, food, transportation & lodging)

Hope to see you all there!!

[livvy]

1. Plans are in the works for me.

There are several (3-4+) of us from Michigan that are working on it. Not sure about the 23rd, but plan to be there at the Monument on the 24th. The pre and post activities will depend on travel arrangements for us.

[SharonRB]

17. LOL -- just saw this, Livvy,

after I posted below.

We need to get together to figure things out. I checked airfares and it's really cheap if we book this week. Sharing hotel isn't too bad, either, if we stay near National Airport. PM or call me!

[Melodybe]

114. I just today convinced enough people to give me money so that me and

Tamirlyn 79 can go.

We'll be there, now who is going to meet me at the WH immediately after the protest?

I want to get a picture of 100 or so people flipping off the White House.

It's kind of a thing.

I had to fundraise to get the money to go. I went around and bothered all of my favorite former teachers. here's my pitch...

I ask them if they want to go with us.

They all said they couldn't :( and then I asked for a donation.

For their donation they will get picture of us giving the finger. I'm photoshppoing it to add, "Thanks for making this bird possible."

I can not wait until Saturday, I can honestly say I will never, for the rest of my life, ever mean it as much.

[Melodybe]

115. I just today convinced enough people to give me money so that me and

Tamirlyn 79 can go.

We'll be there, now who is going to meet me at the WH immediately after the protest?

I want to get a picture of 100 or so people flipping off the White House.

It's kind of a thing.

I had to fundraise to get the money to go. I went around and bothered all of my favorite former teachers. here's my pitch...

I ask them if they want to go with us.

They all said they couldn't :( and then I asked for a donation.

For their donation they will get picture of us giving the finger. I'm photoshppoing it to add, "Thanks for making this bird possible."

I can not wait until Saturday, I can honestly say I will never, for the rest of my life, ever mean it as much.

[bowens43]

2. I will be there for the protest

but not the party the night before.

[PuraVidaDreamin]

3. PVD, UnhappyC,Maga

will be there on the 23rd!
Got the airplane tix Saturday

[LynneSin]

4. Wow, where are you flying in from

and where are you folks staying.

I love that folks from all over the country are going to be there!

makes me :D

[PuraVidaDreamin]

5. Boston Baby!

The sluts are coming to town
:evilgrin:

[LynneSin]

6. WAIT, I'm there already....

...there are more of us?

[PuraVidaDreamin]

7. yeah man!

read some of the threads in the Mass Forum!

Also, Rox, Tay-Tay, Katinmn, Arnheim, Tsuki her son

[LynneSin]

8. where are you folks staying?

in DC or out in the burbs?

[PuraVidaDreamin]

10. got a hostel 5 blocks away from the capital

$27 /night per person
I figure that it's really only
gonna be used for a shower and sleep

[LynneSin]

12. smart move

I've never done a hostel before but probably would have been a cheaper choice but we have 5 people in our room so it's only about $100 for the entire weekend.

I can't wait for the trip!

[RagingInMiami]

69. Do you have the name for that hostel?

I would like to stay in a hostel with other DUers.

[PuraVidaDreamin]

88. Hostelling International Wahington DC

phone [phone]
10099 11th Street
5 block away from the mall!

[WolverineDG]

91. i've stayed there before

good place. :)
see ya in DC!
dg

[ChiciB1]

94. Are there Any Vacancies???

[Jo March]

85. PVD, I PM'd you - I am totally in!

Had to soothe the hubby first. He is worried sick about me but I'm coming!! I can't wait!!

[PuraVidaDreamin]

87. We have a good group! Tell him Crawford went real smooth for us

Katinmn
Lonestarnot & her son
Tsuki & her son Ragin Cajun
My mom and My son Brandon

We still have room for one more.

[Jo March]

97. He's concerned about the security

I am more worried about what to put on my protest sign!! :)

[brainshrub]

9. I've asked the Admins where they want to meet for the march.

The Washinton Monument sounds good.

[PuraVidaDreamin]

11. Excellent! Hopefully there will be a central posting place

soon for the entire event.

[LynneSin]

13. Central posting place?

I've pretty much taken over the DC forum for central posting since there doesn't seem to be much else going on with activity. I just wanted to make sure it was a forum where the thread wasn't going to be archived in 5 minutes flat

[brainshrub]

15. LynneSin's posts in the DC forum are central.

Also, you'll notice that many DUers have a link in their sig-line to a page where all the events are listed with maps & directions.

Here's the page just in case you can't see sig-lines: www.brainshrub.com/dcdumeetup

[katinmn]

34. Thanks! Printed and filed with my airline res

[LynneSin]

14. I don't have a map in front of me but we'll figure out a location that's

nearby and hang out there.

I might take the train down from Perryville for the day and scout stuff out. For March for Choice, because DU was registered we actually had a location assigned to us so they could keep stuff organized (Ironically we were right next to the Delaware group and even though I was with DU, I was wearing the tee-shirt sold by the local PP from DE). But hopefully I can find a landmark or street corner within the protest where we can all meet and post about here on DU. Just haven't figured it out yet

[SharonRB]

16. If I wind up flying, my first choice, I'll be at everything, I hope

Just waiting to hear back from some other Michigan DUers. I really don't want to stay by myself and am waiting to hear if anyone else is willing to fly and share hotel.

I'm trying to avoid the bus.

[lonestarnot]

18. Airline Reservations made!

The Capital Hill Suites is a little pricey for me. Have any other ideas?

[LynneSin]

19. How much are you looking to spend per night?

:D

[lonestarnot]

20. Damn, looks like nothing available under $125.00 / night

unless you stay in a super 8.

[lonestarnot]

21. Don't know... something just to hang a hat, shower and sleep w/o

bedbugs. LOL

[LynneSin]

22. check out the link I just pm'd you

http://www.hostels.com/en/availability.php/HostelNumber.877

[lonestarnot]

23. cool

[liberaliraqvet26]

57. I'll be there

[katinmn]

32. Just sent you a PM

[livvy]

24. Definite 2 for all events.

SharonRB and I booked our flights today. In on the afternoon of the 23rd. Out on the afternoon of the 25th. I've never been to D.C., so I'm really looking forward to this! We don't know where we are staying yet.

[LynneSin]

25. damn we have a ton of Michiganers staying here

Check the DC forum, I have a post about finding accomadations in DC

[SharonRB]

26. Okay, Livvy and I made plane reservations

We arrive in DC about 1:30 on Friday and leave Sunday late afternoon. So, it looks like we'll be able to attend all of the events.

Oops -- I didn't see that Livvy already posted our plans. You can ignore this one!

[ScreamingMeemie]

27. It looks like I'm going to be in too!! And I almost can't believe it!

Tentative as of tonight...want to hear back from PassingFair, but can't beat the airfare right now. Tickets roundtrip are now down to $113. :hi:

[livvy]

29. Yahooo! Hi MrsGrumpy!

Glad to hear it! I'm excited, too!:toast:

[katinmn]

33. Could you share that site?

NWA promises to give a refund if I can find a flight cheaper than what I paid.

[SharonRB]

41. That was from NWA

It was $138 on Sunday, $123 Monday during the day when Livvy and I booked, $113 Monday night and up to $178 on Tuesday. They must have sold out all of the seats that were on sale.

[GOPisEvil]

36. Talk progmom into coming!

Do it!!! :D

I'm so excited that you're coming!! :bounce:

[SharonRB]

43. Progmom is coming, too

Livvy, MrsGrumpy, Progmom and I are coming for sure. We're still waiting for a decision from Passing Fair.

[Catchawave]

28. Arriving in time for TWO at the Capitol Lounge :)

:woohoo:

[LynneSin]

30. Reminder: The Bloody Mary Happy hour is from 4-7

Capital Hill Lounge has a Bloody Mary Happy hour that is from 4-7 where they probably give you a glass with ice & vodka in it and then you go to a Bloody Mary bar and put the rest of the stuff in yourself (Like a Bloody Mary buffet).

Our party starts at 7pm, however, if you want to take advantage of their happy hour - head over early and make your own Bloody Mary

:D

[katinmn]

31. I have my ticket. I get in at 1:45 pm on Friday.

:dem:

I can attend all the events.

:hi:

[LynneSin]

35. Where are you staying in DC

:shrug:

[katinmn]

37. Just sent you a PM

with a list of all who are staying there.

I guess I don't mind posting the place but others might not feel ok with that.

[mohinoaklawnillinois]

38. Count me in as well, Lynne.

I don't do Bloody Mary's, but I'm sure I'll be able to get a cocktail or two of my choice.

[LynneSin]

40. The bloody mary happy hour ends before our party

that's just something the Cap Lounge does. I drink wine or beer - I'm pretty blah of a person

:shrug:

[OrwellwasRight]

39. Count me in for all.

[ClassWarrior]

42. I'm planning on going to DC. I'd like to attend the After-Protest Party.

NGU.

[tokenlib]

44. I'm working on it...

Had a great experience that first October--and would love to be at all the events this go-around.

[LynneSin]

45. we have more people coming in from Michigan

Geez, if I wasn't heading to work I'd send the list to you, but check out some of the other threads and you'll see that you're not alone!

[PittLib]

46. I'd like to be included ...

I haven't made any solid plans of yet ... I'm a little bit confused as to the details. Are most people just coming in for the protest on the 24th? I read some stuff on the United for Peace & Justice site - okay, nevermind. I get it now, I'm just a little slow.

I'll probably reserve a room at Capitol Hill Suites, so count me in.

[liberalnurse]

47. I can't decide if I should house

on the outskirts of D.C and take the metro in or house inside the Beltway? I'm driving from Ohio. I'm not sure about parking in town. Any suggestions?

Feedback requested.

[liberalnurse]

48. Okay, I'll stay at the Capitol Hill Suites.

It appears to be where other DU'ers will stay. I called, and they said the parking garage only cost $28 a night. That concerned me.

[JanMichael]

49. We'll be there!

Staying close to the zoo though...I am kind of worried about Misunderestimator trying to take home the panda--

Can't trust her, you know.

[LynneSin]

50. Mrs Gumpy is the one that is going to kidnap the panda

:D

[DinahMoeHum]

51. Coming.

Check your PM.


:kick:

[VelmaD]

52. I'm working on it...

keep your fingers crossed for me on getting an earlier flight than I originally anticipated.

[demgurl]

53. I'll be there....

We would like to attend the breakfast and meet up for the protest. I would like to go to the other events but we will have two young children with us.

demgurl

[WolverineDG]

54. Count me in

for all three! :) And 3 more coming with me!
dg

[kitkatrose]

55. I'm in!!

:hi:

[kimpossible]

56. I'm there!

I'm flying in on Friday afternoon, and will probably come to everything except the breakfast. And I'm not sure yet where I'll be staying - still need to check around some more for hotel deals.

[ChiciB1]

58. Sarasota County Has At Least 120 & Counting

to be there on the 24th. We will be wearing orange T-shirt with a Peace Sing On the front and back and around the sign will be the words.... Florida For Peace!

[faithnotgreed]

71. kicking for 120 floridians for peace

great news

[NoSheep]

59. Hugh and NoSheep are coming to the RFDs

[xynthee]

60. I'm going!

I'm bringing my Mom, too! Both of us are just consumed with rage and don't know what to do with ourselves. It will feel so good to be surrounded by like-minded people for a change (we're both from red states).

We'll be getting in around midnight on Friday.

I can't wait!

[libnnc]

61. coming on the Peace Train from Greensboro

got my Hostel reservations made and going tomorrow to buy my train tickets.

Will leave Greensboro at 3:42 AM on the 23rd
will arrive in DC at 9:50 am

Will leave DC at 6:40pm on the 24th
arrive back in Greensboro at 12:26 am on the 25th

:bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

[LynneSin]

62. They're still having the Peace Train?

That's originating out of New Orleans and being organized by the NO peace group. I mean, the train will still be coming to DC because it's the Amtrak Cresant line but I kinda figured they'd be backing off with the hurricane and all. Half the stops were in LA/AL/MS

[libnnc]

63. I'm buying my tickets in Greensboro tomorrow

they're still showing Cresent arrival/departures on the website. :shrug:

Edit to add:

Here's what they're saying about the Cresent

Crescent (trains 19 & 20)

This train normally operates daily between New York and New Orleans. Through the southbound departures on Sept. 11 and the northbound departures on Sept. 13, the trains will originate and terminate in Atlanta instead of New Orleans. Starting with the southbound departures on Sept. 12 and the northbound departures on Sept. 13, the trains will originate and terminate in Meridian, Miss., instead of New Orleans.

No alternate transportation is available between Meridian and New Orleans.

http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=Amtrak/am2Copy/Simple_Copy_Popup&c=am2Copy&cid=1093554015828

[leftchick]

106. the first six stops have been eliminated

But the Peace Train is still coming, originating out of MS now. I will be on it with my hubby and boys. Thanks for all of your work on this LynneSin!

:hi:

[In_The_Wind]

64. you already know I'll be there

just for the record ...

[Renew Deal]

65. I'll be there.

I'll try to get to everything.

[Renew Deal]

70. OK, I have the details.

I am staying at the Marriot Key Bridge with Robworld. There will be five of us, though one is 17.

[sinkingfeeling]

66. I would like to participate in all these functions...maybe pretty late

to the Pre-Protest Party on 9/23 since plane doesn't land until 5PM.

[LynneSin]

67. Party is from 7-10

show up when you can!

[Dastard Stepchild]

68. I'll be at RFDs...

And I'll be on the lookout for everyone at the monument.

I'll be entertaining my mother for the other occassions.

:)

[NMMNG]

72. I'd like to participate in everything

Addresses for the locations would be helpful so I can get directions to them. Thanks!

[Liberty Belle]

73. Could you provide addresses, please?

Where is the Capital Lounge, TBD, and RFDs?

I can probably attend one of the two parties. Please pm me. I'm also covering some events as media and would LOVE some pictures of the DU folks at these events.

[LynneSin]

74. Capital Lounge no longer exists - here you go

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=148x1280

WE moved the friday night party to the Hawk & Dove :D

[NMMNG]

75. I ordered a small package of the DU buttons

That way I'll have a couple for myself and some to share for those who don't have any. :-)

[redwitch]

76. I'll be there!

Hubby and me, hoping to get there in time for the pre-protest gathering, where is the cap. hill lounge?

[LynneSin]

77. EVERYONE FRIDAY NIGHT PARTY IS AT THE HAWK & DOVE

Capital Lounge burned down about 2 weeks ago. We had to move!

[DinahMoeHum]

78. Let us know the address by PM, thanks.

Do they serve food? If not, then I'm having raki and mezze at a spot (Meyhane) near my hotel before heading to the party.


:kick:

[LynneSin]

81. They do have food but it's typical tavern food

Food & Drinks are what you spend at the restaurant. I'm usually good for buying a few appetizers and sharing but you might fight it best to enjoy dinner where you want to go and then just hang out at the Hawk. I can assure you that Saturday will be a long day with all the activities going on and the fact that we'll probably be out in the hot sun to boot.

Lynne

[Mnemosyne]

79. 2 of us Lynne, maybe 3.

[lizerdbits]

80. I'll be going

to the march and the after protest party. Where is the 'official' headcount thread? EstimatedProphet posted in another thread to post in an official one to get a head count for the restaurant. I searched and can't find it anywhere.

[LynneSin]

83. You really don't need to RSVP for anything

this 'headcount' thread was started ages ago when we first started planning the DC gathering. Plus when people see that there are many others coming to the event they get excited an make plans of their ownI really try to make it a point to not overplan too many activities because I know there is so much going on with the protest and post-protest concert.

Just show up when you can :D

[lizerdbits]

84. OK thanks. n/t

[mongo]

82. I'll be at the protest and RFD's on the 24th

and at the breakfast if the bus gets to DC in time (I have my doubts)

Really looking forward to meeting everybody!

[DoYouEverWonder]

86. I hope to get to DC in time on Friday

to make it to the Pre-Protest Party.

Otherwise count me in for everything on Saturday.

Thanks.

[leftchick]

104. Hey you....

I will be there with my family but hope to slip off to the party on Friday. I hope I get to finally meet you my friend! :hi:

[DoYouEverWonder]

118. Sounds good

It's starting to look like I might not make it in time for Friday night. I just joined a group going up in a van but they aren't leaving Gainesville until after 10:00 AM on Friday.

I still plan to do all the Saturday DU stuff, starting with breakfast.

Let me know a good time and place, I definitely would love to meet you. :hi:

[meganmonkey]

89. I will be at the Friday party, the protest meetup, and the Saturday party.

I like parties :party:

Breakfast highly unlikely.

[alphafemale]

90. We are planning to come up from Georgia. Be there Saturday AM.

Looking forward to it!

[xynthee]

92. What about signs?

I can't figure out what to do about signs.

I'd like to avoid bringing them with me, as I don't want to have to check any luggage (we're getting in LATE).

I don't want to have to bum them, either. Any ideas?? I doubt they'd let me carry on a big bag o' wooden stakes and poster supplies.

I'm pretty new at this; I've never traveled a great distance to protest before.

I'm sure some of you have some ideas. Please help.

Thanks in advance!!

[PuraVidaDreamin]

96. This is what I'm bringing for signs-

duct tape
clear packing tape
a couple of yard sticks sized pieces of wood

I'm putting my stuff of the
light weight durable plastic signage material

Carrying it onto the plane to put in over
head compartment.

Will put it together after I arrive.

[xynthee]

99. Thanks!

I guess I don't HAVE to sharpen my wooden stakes (that really never occurred to me until just now)!

I had a vision of trying to carry a bag of sharpened, vampire-slaying-caliber wooden stakes onto a plane. I imagine the Secret Service is especially wary of wooden-stake-carrying, garlic-reeking, holy-water-throwing types these days, though, so I should probably avoid sharpening my wooden sticks into shivs, huh?

[ChiciB1]

93. I Need A Place To Stay - 2 Nights For 2 on 23rd & 24th

We were going to ride the bus but decided to fly. The bus from Sarasota won't come in until Sat. morn., and we will be arriving at BWI at around 5:30 PM. Haven't been able to find ANYTHING!

HELP!

[Oilwellian]

95. Hey Lynn...the hubster and I are coming on Saturday

We can meet at the monument for the protest and then attend the party afterwards for a coupla hours. I look forward to seeing you again (and I promise not to bring shrimp :D) and I can't wait to meet all of the other DU'ers. :hi:

[Blue_In_AK]

98. LynneSin, I will be there for probably all of these events...

I arrive early afternoon the 23rd and leave mid-afternoon the 26th, so this all looks good to me.

[Hissyspit]

100. Lynne, I plan to be at all events!

Leaving NC around noon on Friday, so see you there!

[PuraVidaDreamin]

101. 2 Bunks still available 9/24,&25

pm me for details.
$27 per night per person.
hostel is 5 blocks from Mall.

[mod mom]

102. I'm going w family in tow. Anyone else bringing kids? Mine are 7 + 9.

we're staying at K street NW + 14th, so it's convenient for the kids.

[leftchick]

105. We are bringing our boys 8 and 10

I would never let them miss the experience of a lifetime in DC! We are riding the peacetrain from GSO,NC and staying at their headquarters at the Holiday Inn. There are many DUers riding the train and bringing their children as well! I am looking forward to meeting everyone! :)

[PuraVidaDreamin]

107. How fantastic! This is where we all congregate to pledge we NEVER get comp

complacent AGAIN!

[il_lilac]

116. bringing the crew

2 girls 9 & 11 and 2- 15 year old boys!

[RagingInMiami]

103. I'll be there for the Friday and Saturday night parties

And possibly the Saturday breakfast.

[New Earth]

108. i wish i could go

i have to get 6 teeth pulled on Thursday, i can't go anywhere until Monday :cry:

[AnnInLa]

109. Hi....Since the Louisiana delegation seems

pretty dispersed, can we hang out with you guys? Buddy and Annie Spell seem very busy with Camp Casey Covington, so I don't even know if they are still planning on attending/leading our delegation. Blue in Alaska (Linda) and I are flying in and staying at the Holiday Inn Washington-Capitol at 550 C Street SW. We would appreciate info on metro stops closest to the parties that you guys are talking about...or walking directions. Thanks.

[Penndems]

110. Lynne, Mr. Penndems and I will be at the Friday Night Lounge

Party. We're gonna try to make it to the rally.

[Jo March]

111. I'll be there for the Capital Lounge thingy

The breakfast thing as well.

I'm leaving Sat. after the march so I won't be attending the Sat. night festivities.

I'm sure that I'll be at the meetup at 11 am on Sat.

I'm getting really excited!!

[LynneSin]

112. FRIDAY NIGHT PARTY HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE HAWK & DOVE

I'm changing the home link and the brainshrub site has been updated. The CapLounge burned down :cry:

Hawk & Dove are a few doors down

[KerryOn]

113. I will be going to:

Sept 24th 11:00: Meet up at Washington Monument for the Anti-war protest.

Sept 25th, Civil Disobedience training.

Sept 26th: Civil Disobedience.

[deutsey]

117. I plan to be at the Hawk & Dove get-together w/a friend

I'm not sure about Saturday night...

[flakey_foont]

119. I'll be there

love to meet some of you

[MrScorpio]

120. I'll be there Sat

Where is the Breakfast?

[Penndems]

121. Breakfast is at 8:00 a.m. Saturday morning at Cosi

Address is 301 Pennsylvania Avenue, S.E. (Capitol Hill). Nearest Metro station is Capitol South.

Website for Cosi:
http://www.getcosi.com/index_main.htm

[kitkatrose]

124. You're coming to breakfast?!!!

:woohoo: I was worried that not too many people would come. Too much festivities the night before. :)

[CC]

122. Count two more to be there n/t

[zippy890]

123. going to try & make it Fri. night & Sat. night

in any event we (husband & myself) will look for DU group at the rally on Sat.

We're flying in @ 6:30 tonight(Friday)

look forward to seeing other DUers!

nice job, LynneSin & keeping us informed.. & Brainshrub too!

[kimpossible]

125. Crap, I missed the party

I missed my original flight, so had to catch a later one. Which was, of course, delayed. So I finally got to my hotel just a few minutes ago. Guess I'll see you all in the morning!