Thread: Massachusetts Get Togetha?

I can probably throw my drill press in the trunk. I'm willing to go with the flow.

Jim

I decided to rent the hall in Grafton
as it seems we'll have at least
ten people showing up and the idea
of having different work stations
is pretty good. The hall is $150 for
five hours and an additional $35
for a bartender. Let me know if you
think we need one. Also it is set
for March 16th starting at noon. The
location is very easy to get to from
the pike and as I said there is a T stop
in Worcester and not far from the
hall in Grafton. Any other concerns
or comments please let me know. Thanks.

John

Originally Posted by KingOfMalkier

If you're interested, there will be one or two cars leaving out of Boston and I think there's still room. I imagine when we completely finalize the place/time we can draw up an official list of carpools. Of course, if you're the type that would rather just sleep on the train and/or get some alone time, no offense will be taken.

I would be happier going by train, no offense to you guys, but I have never met any of you before. And Im not familiar with the area.

Just mark me down as the cautious type... ( I really hope none of you take offense at this! Its not meant as a slur!)

As Im on holiday I wont have most of my kit with me (a Wapi at most) so I was planning coming along as an observer and for the oppertunity of sinking a couple of brews with some like minded gents.

Originally Posted by Agoge1

I would be happier going by train, no offense to you guys, but I have never met any of you before. And Im not familiar with the area.

Just mark me down as the cautious type... ( I really hope none of you take offense at this! Its not meant as a slur!)

As Im on holiday I wont have most of my kit with me (a Wapi at most) so I was planning coming along as an observer and for the oppertunity of sinking a couple of brews with some like minded gents.

No worries. I'm not really the most gregarious person either, so I understand completely.

Originally Posted by Agoge1

oppertunity of sinking a couple of brews with some like minded gents.

I'll take that as one vote for a bartender .

John

My vote is personally against a bartender. I don't drink.

Sunday, March 16, 2008? Sunday?! I might be able to make it on a Sunday!

Need to check with the Domestic CEO, but I might be able to join the festivities...

And though I haven't confirmed for sure, my vote is for no alcohol... the thought of operating drill presses and honing straights under the influence seems like a *bad* idea... I suggest postponing any drinks until *after* the event... reminds me of an old Portuguese saying...

I was raised to say "Seja pelas almas", literally, "Let it be for the souls (in purgatory)"... but only after an incredibly satisfying meal... supposed to let the host know you truly enjoyed the meal, and acts as "saying grace"... but why bother if the food isn't great? My understanding is that American/English tradition is to "say grace" before each and every meal... pfft

So, if the company is good, I suggest that people will naturally get together afterwards for prolonging the joy!

Also, is anyone here familiar with the Boston-Worcester train schedules? Esp. on Sundays, I know the commuter rail runs less frequently than during the week... it would be nice to provide our foreign friend with some train information so he can plan his trip. And I would respectfully suggest that he'll either be joining folks for drinks or a ride back to his accomodations or both after spending a few hours with the likes of us But just in case, getting home by train info would also be good to supply. And considering our guest's healthy suspicion, post links to MBTA train schedules so he can verify the info himself

PS Relax! We don't have hostels around here <shudder! what a horrid film!>

I don't drink myself, so the idea of
a bartender doesn't matter to me. I
didn't know if people will want
something to drink other than alcohol
while working, which a bartender
could provide. Of course you could
bring your own waters, sodas, etc. and
there is a Dunkin' Donuts nearby
which takes care of me. Again, let
me know either way. And paulo, if you
can make it that would be great.
The more the merrier. Also, I'm going
to call Howard from The Perfect Edge
and see if he's interested in coming by.
He live about ten minutes from where
we're meeting.

John

This is shaping up nicely! Any requests as to what people want to see/learn/buy/sell? Maybe I should finish up some restorations of my own so I can sell them...

Originally Posted by Philadelph

This is shaping up nicely! Any requests as to what people want to see/learn/buy/sell? Maybe I should finish up some restorations of my own so I can sell them...

As long as it doesn't delay my 3 beauties!