Indianapolis DIS Meet - Come One Come All!

[ADP]

Welcome to the Indianapolis Labor Day Weekend DIS & DIS Unplugged Meet Thread

Hi Everyone,

My name is Aaron from Fishers, IN. I'm a huge Disney Parks fan who loves everything about Disney World.

Over the last 2 years I've been part of a couple very fun DIS meets. This year I'd like to organize another meet over Labor Day weekend (see specific information below).

The intent of the meet is to get to know other Disney enthusiasts like us and have some fun and laughs along the way. Also, to discuss and share information about our favorite podcast; the DIS Unplugged. I'm looking forward to seeing several of you there.

This meet is open to anyone willing to drive or even fly to the Indianapolis area. We'd love to see you join us. I'm hopeful to have several Hoosiers and other friends from other states join us in the Indy area. In fact, depending on the number of attendees I may obtain a room in a restaurant or hotel conference center, plan an afternoon worth of fun Disney activities for kids and adults alike, prize drawings, contests and even some secret fun! :goodvibes I'll have more specifics the closer we get to Labor Day weekend.

Between now and Labor Day weekend I'll be updating this thread with meet information and attendees who will be joining us at the meet. Please post if you can attend the meet, how many guests will be joining your party including children and their ages. Even if you can't attend please post just to say hi! :wave2:

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions feel free to post them here or send me a private message (PM).

Hope to see you at the meet!

Indianapolis DIS & DIS Unplugged Meet Information
Date: Saturday, August 30th 2008
Time: 2:00PM - 7:00PM
Where: Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds
Food: Pitch-In Format. Please post what you can bring.

Location Information:
Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds - Annex Building
2003 Pleasant St.
Noblesville, IN 46060
Map with fairground location:
http://maps.yahoo.com/;_ylc=X3oDMTExNmIycG51BF9TAzI3MTYxNDkEc2VjA2ZwLWJ1 dHRvbgRzbGsDbGluaw--#mvt=m&lat=40.039115&lon=-85.999578&zoom=12&q1=2003%20Pleasant%20Street%2C%20Noblesville%2C%20 IN%2046060&gid1=15877456
Hamilton County 4-H Fairground website:
http://www.ces.purdue.edu/Hamilton/fair/fair.html

Kids Activities: (Looking for Adult Voluntears) :)
Face Painting - Jennz
Coloring - Sarah :)
Kids Trivia Challenge
Hula Hoop
Karaoke - Sooze & Jennz
Hot Potato Game - Sooze
Frozen T-Shirt Game (Tentative)
Please post additional ideas for kids activites

Attending the meet so far:
ADP - Aaron, Kim & Anna - All paper products & beverages
Scarlett873 - Brandi & DH - Cupcakes or Birthday Cake :)
Mommyceratops - Kim & 2DSs
Crazydisneyman - Chris, Kim & Baby Ginny - Crockpot of Meatballs
Dodie - Dodie & Phillip - Trail Mix/Candy Mix & Cheese or Veggie Tray
Danny1649 - Danny & DW
Stopher1 - Chris, Julie, DS (12), DS (9) & DD (4)
Sooze - Susie, Matt, Tyson DS (8), & Shaelyn DD (2) - Buffalo Chicken Dip
Dan Murphy - Dan
Jennz - Jennifer, Andy & Sarah DD (10) - Kona Wings
Squidrific - Caroline & katie DD (13) - Asian Coleslaw & Macaroni Salad
Harvest02 - Karen, Derek DS (11), & Kyler DS (7) - Layered Peanut butter bars
Grumpy&Me - Gina & DS
ncsjodi - Jodi, Eric, Lauren DD (7), and Megan DD (4) - Spinach & Taco Dip W/Chips
disrailfan - Milford & Shawn
smjj - smjj & DW
mousehouselover - Noni, Vic, DD (14) & DS (12)
treeface - Trina, DH, & DS (6)
JCandKT - JC & Kaite - Hummus & Pita Bread
Disneypirate85 - Shawn & Heather - Fried Chicken
K and K's Mommy - Julie, Gordon, Kyle DS (9), Katie DD (7), & Joey DS (3)
delmar411 - (maybe) delmar411, DH, DD (10), DD (4), DS (3), & DS (2)
j-jhall - (maybe) Jim & DW
Luckymomoftwo - Debbie, Junior, Brandon DS (8), & Emilee DS (5) - brownies, taco salad, & mini cheesecake desserts
DisneySunflower - The Neal Family - Sunflower, DH, DD (11), DD (7), & DS (3) - Veggie Pasta Salad
sunshinegirl - Tricia, Kevin, Jillian DD (7), & Cassie DD (5)
MenashaCorp - Jason
MerriePoppins - Susan
World Bouncer - Aaron, Mary, Elizabeth DD (2), Amanda Jo DD (15), Jennifer DD (17)
me277 -Lisa & Mark - Tusker House Corn Chowder
Politzania - Tracey & DH - Fruit Bowl
FairyGodmotherJen - Jen, Bryan, DD (7), DS (4), & DS (4mo)- fruit/veggie platter & cookies or brownies

Total Number - 96

[scarlett873]

As of right now, unless plans change of course, you can count on DH and I for some fun! :cool1:

[Politzania]

Hey - checking in from just up the road in Kokomo! As far as I know, my husband and I should be available to meet up for some Disney fun!

For a location ... how about The Earl of Sandwich in Carmel? Http://www.earlofsandwichusa.com/contact/locator.php
We stop by there when we're in the area & need a taste of WDW.

[mommyceratops]

Hey - checking in from just up the road in Kokomo! As far as I know, my husband and I should be available to meet up for some Disney fun!

For a location ... how about The Earl of Sandwich in Carmel? Http://www.earlofsandwichusa.com/contact/locator.php
We stop by there when we're in the area & need a taste of WDW.

They have an Earl of Sandwich in Carmel!?!?!? Wow I am so there next time we go to Indy....:cloud9:

[scarlett873]

They have an Earl of Sandwich in Carmel!?!?!? Wow I am so there next time we go to Indy....:cloud9: Yep! It's at the corner of Carmel Drive and Rangeline Road! There's a Noodle Company on one side of them and a Dunkin' Donuts on the other! :)

The Earl of Sandwich, depending on how many of us show up, may be kind of small though. Wonder if we could maybe get some platters of sandwiches or something from them for a meet in a park or something...

Just a thought!

[ADP]

Hey - checking in from just up the road in Kokomo! As far as I know, my husband and I should be available to meet up for some Disney fun!

For a location ... how about The Earl of Sandwich in Carmel? Http://www.earlofsandwichusa.com/contact/locator.php
We stop by there when we're in the area & need a taste of WDW.

Earl of Sandwich would be nice; however, I'm hoping and thinking for something a little bigger depending on the number of attendees.

Please spread the word about the meet. The meet is also turning into a DIS Unplugged podcast meet.

[crazydisneyman]

ADP and everybody,

You know that I will be there. I already have it on my calendar, and I will be bringing wife Kim and baby Ginny.

I am really looking forward to it! :cool1:

[Dodie]

Hey guys. Just saw this link in someone's signature! Cool!

Count us in and keep us posted!

Dodie and my DH, Phillip. 2 adults - no kids.

It will be great to meet some of you who will also be going on the Podcast Cruise the following May, so we won't be strangers!

:cool1:

I had no idea there is an Earl of Sandwich in Carmel either. (We live in downtown Indy.) That's GREAT to know, even if the group doesn't meet there.

[danny1649]

To make it right now I don't see a problem but at work things can happen taht spoil my plans.Will watch thread to see time and where and hope DW and I can make it.:goodvibes :goodvibes Danny

[ADP]

Dodie and Danny,

This is great! Danny, we hope you can make it. I'll mark you down as attending for now. Keep us posted.

[stopher1]

Sounds like fun - we'll try. I've already put it down on the calendar in pencil - but a lot can certainly change between now and then!! If we can, it'll be 5 of us - Christopher, Julie and 3 kids.

[WDWBetsy]

Just found this thread. Bad news - we won't be able to attend. Good news - we'll be leaving for Disney World on Aug. 30th!

Hope you all have a great time! :wizard:

[mommyceratops]

Just found this thread. Bad news - we won't be able to attend. Good news - we'll be leaving for Disney World on Aug. 30th!

Hope you all have a great time! :wizard:


Well, I guess if you can't come then the only other best place to be will be WDW!!

[ADP]

Well, I guess if you can't come then the only other best place to be will be WDW!!

Sorry you can't make it Betsy.

As Kim said it is the next best thing. Hope you have a magical stay! :wizard:

[JCandKT]

what is THIS?!
A meeting in Indianapolis of Dis-ers!?

And I've just NOW heard of it.

I'm so sheltered. I've only JUST found the podcast. I'm so behind the times!

[ADP]

what is THIS?!
A meeting in Indianapolis of Dis-ers!?

And I've just NOW heard of it.

I'm so sheltered. I've only JUST found the podcast. I'm so behind the times!

Hi Katie,

Does this mean you and J.C. can make it? You're not behind the times at all...Just jumping on the band wagon. The more the merrier! :)

[Mickeefan]

Hi! I just found this thread. I'll put it on my calendar. Right now, it's just me, but I might get a friend and her son to come along. Looking forward to meeting everyone.:banana:

[ADP]

Hi! I just found this thread. I'll put it on my calendar. Right now, it's just me, but I might get a friend and her son to come along. Looking forward to meeting everyone.:banana:

That's great Mickeefan. :thumbsup2 Looking forward to meeting you. I'll add you to the list.

[Sooze]

Aaron, I'm so glad you are planning this! I had such a very little time with you all at our last attempt!!

And more good news.. we usually travel to WDW during Labor Day weekend, but this year we are pushing it to spring break (so we can stay longer!!)

So I definitely plan on being there!!

Count on me, DH, DS (8), and DD(2) If I see that a lot of people are not bringing kids and it's going to be more of an 'adult' thing, I'd be happy to find a sitter and be grown ups for a night!

Thanks again!!!

[ADP]

Aaron, I'm so glad you are planning this! I had such a very little time with you all at our last attempt!!

And more good news.. we usually travel to WDW during Labor Day weekend, but this year we are pushing it to spring break (so we can stay longer!!)

So I definitely plan on being there!!

Count on me, DH, DS (8), and DD(2) If I see that a lot of people are not bringing kids and it's going to be more of an 'adult' thing, I'd be happy to find a sitter and be grown ups for a night!

Thanks again!!!

That's great news Sooze! Bring the kids along as it appears at this point other children will be attending.

Looking forward to seeing you again.

[simzac]

Hi Aaron and everyone else. I have been so bummed over having had to miss the last 2 DIS meets here is Indy. I will do everything in my power to not let that happen again. Please put DW and myself down for the meet. Can't bring the the boys due to a surprise trip DW and myself are planning over Thanksgiving that directly concerns them, and I don't want to take any chance on the surprise slipping out. They would probably be bored anyway, you know how teenagers are.;)

[ADP]

Hi Aaron and everyone else. I have been so bummed over having had to miss the last 2 DIS meets here is Indy. I will do everything in my power to not let that happen again. Please put DW and myself down for the meet. Can't bring the the boys due to a surprise trip DW and myself are planning over Thanksgiving that directly concerns them, and I don't want to take any chance on the surprise slipping out. They would probably be bored anyway, you know how teenagers are.;)

That's great! Don't worry, we'll keep a lid on the secret even if the boys are not coming. :) We understand completely. Don't forget to spread the word about the meet.

[jennz]

This sounds like a lot of fun - if we're in town we'll definitely be there! :) DH, me, and DD, 10

[ADP]

This sounds like a lot of fun - if we're in town we'll definitely be there! :) DH, me, and DD, 10

Great! You're bringing the margarittas and Dole Whip floats to the meet so we hope you can make it. :laughing: ::yes::

I'll add you guys to the list, let us know if something comes up and you can't make it.

[lazydoxy66]

I got excited when I found this thread. Unfortunately, I have to work Labor Day weekend. Darn it! This would have been great since I and DH will be leaving the following Saturday for WDW. Have a great time!

[mars1990]

Hello,
I'm a newbie member to the DIS board, but long time lurker! I just happened to see your meet in Indy and would love some more info as I have never attended anything of this sort. What do you do? Where? Activities? Since we live in Bloomington, it's something that sure sounds of interest.

[ADP]

Hello,
I'm a newbie member to the DIS board, but long time lurker! I just happened to see your meet in Indy and would love some more info as I have never attended anything of this sort. What do you do? Where? Activities? Since we live in Bloomington, it's something that sure sounds of interest.

Welcome to the DIS! :)

Whoever wishes to attend the meet can attend. We don't have an exact location of the meet yet because I want to get more of an idea of how many people will be attending. The location will be announced probably at the end of July or early August. It will be in the Indy area.

As for the meet itself, they typically are a combination of Disney discussion with other Disney fans, good food, and meeting new friends who share the love of Walt Disney World. As for this particular meet I'm going to try and have kids activities as well as trivia and drawings for some prizes. I'm going to speak with some individuals and companies to see if they will donate prizes to make it even better, but that is still up in the air at this point.

I hope you can make the meet. I know from experience the more DISers who attend the more fun the meet.

Let me know if you have any more questions about the meet. :)

[Mickeefan]

Hi, ADP! I checked with my friend, and she and her son will be able to attend. He's 11. We're looking forward to it. See you then!

[Squidrific]

Hey Aaron count me in!

Caroline (squidrific) and dd13 (Katie).

P.S. Thanks Dodie for the link!

[ADP]

Hey Aaron count me in!

Caroline (squidrific) and dd13 (Katie).

P.S. Thanks Dodie for the link!

That's great Caroline. So glad you and Katie can make it. Look forward to seeing you guys again.

[Sooze]

Mars1990

So glad you came out of lurkdom! To me, the best thing about DisMeets is being able to put a face and personality with the screen name. Plus talking to people who love Disney as much as you... they 'understand' the addiction! It's fun! Hope you make it.

Sooze

[Dan Murphy]

I have been able to get 3 or 4 Indy Labor Day weekend DIS organized in the past. I usually stop down for a few days to the Nationals over in Clermont.

You might get a lot of additional exposure if you also post this on the Community board and keep it bumped every so often. That board gets a lot of traffic.

I am planning on coming in on Sunday, but may try to make it a day earlier. :cool1:

[ADP]

I have been able to get 3 or 4 Indy Labor Day weekend DIS organized in the past. I usually stop down for a few days to the Nationals over in Clermont.

You might get a lot of additional exposure if you also post this on the Community board and keep it bumped every so often. That board gets a lot of traffic.

I am planning on coming in on Sunday, but may try to make it a day earlier. :cool1:


Hi Dan,

Glad to hear from you. I was at the Labor Day meet you planned a few years ago at Loon Lake Lodge. It was a lot of fun. We really hope you can make it. When you know for sure let us know.

I will take your advice and post this over on the community board. Thanks!

[Mickeefan]

Aaron, I guess I could give you our real names. I'm Mickeefan (Julie), my friend is Nancy and her son is Brent. Thanks.

[ADP]

Aaron, I guess I could give you our real names. I'm Mickeefan (Julie), my friend is Nancy and her son is Brent. Thanks.

Thanks Julie. Anyone else who wishes to pass along their names please feel free and I will update the first post with your names.

[Harvest02]

If I can get that afternoon off from my retail job, I will try to make it! It sounds like fun! I have never been to a DIS meet, so it would be nice to meet other people that love Disney as much as me!!!! Keep us posted on the details and where it will be. I live in the Westfield area. Sounds like fun!!!

[ADP]

If I can get that afternoon off from my retail job, I will try to make it! It sounds like fun! I have never been to a DIS meet, so it would be nice to meet other people that love Disney as much as me!!!! Keep us posted on the details and where it will be. I live in the Westfield area. Sounds like fun!!!

Hi Harvest -

We sure hope you can make it. Is it ok to mark you on the official list in the
1st post? If so, how many including children? Feel free to give me your names and I can add that as well. Thanks! :)

[Harvest02]

Hi Harvest -

We sure hope you can make it. Is it ok to mark you on the official list in the
1st post? If so, how many including children? Feel free to give me your names and I can add that as well. Thanks! :)

Yes, go ahead and add me. If I can't make it, I will let you know. It would be me, Karen, and my kids Derek and Kyler(DS 11 and 7).

[Grumpy&Me]

Hi! I also followed the link from someone's siggy line.

Count me, Grumpy and DS in for the Indy DIS meet. My name is Gina, and I mostly lurk.

It wll be cool to meeting other Disney fans.

[ADP]

Hi! I also followed the link from someone's siggy line.

Count me, Grumpy and DS in for the Indy DIS meet. My name is Gina, and I mostly lurk.

It wll be cool to meeting other Disney fans.

Hi Gina! Glad you are coming. There are many of us who are looking forward to meeting you. Just curious, but how old is your DS?

[Serena]

Oh man, I won't be able to make it. I work saturdays these days. I do work in fishers though, if it lasts longer than 8pm. ;)

You all have a wonderful time.

[JCandKT]

J.C. and I are discussing it --- have to check schedules.
We really want to come ---- I'll let you know when I'm sure!!! :cool1:

[smjj]

We will try and make it. My wife's work scedule is kind of hetic so I am not sure if I want to come alone or not. I will keep you posted if we can make it, sounds like a lot of fun...smjj

[ADP]

Oh man, I won't be able to make it. I work saturdays these days. I do work in fishers though, if it lasts longer than 8pm. ;)

You all have a wonderful time.

Hi Serena,

Sorry if you can't make it. If anything changes please let us know. We'd love for you to stop by.

J.C. and I are discussing it --- have to check schedules.
We really want to come ---- I'll let you know when I'm sure!!! :cool1:

Hi Katie,

Let us know if you can make it and I'll add you to the list. The more the merrier. It's really going to be fun to meet and discuss all things Disney with the area DISers. :goodvibes

[ADP]

We will try and make it. My wife's work scedule is kind of hetic so I am not sure if I want to come alone or not. I will keep you posted if we can make it, sounds like a lot of fun...smjj

Coming alone is perfectly fine if DW can't make it. I attended an area meet a few years ago by myself and had a great time. Let us know if you can attend.

[lovemygoofy]

Ya'll like out of towners? Indy really isn't that far from here and I need something to do over the long weekend. I wonder if I could talk any other DISers into going with me hmmmmm.

[ADP]

Ya'll like out of towners? Indy really isn't that far from here and I need something to do over the long weekend. I wonder if I could talk any other DISers into going with me hmmmmm.

We'd love for you to come up from Kentucky and join us! ::yes::

[simzac]

Anyone else who wishes to pass along their names please feel free and I will update the first post with your names.

Simzac & DW, also known as Bill & Yvonne(proud parents of 2 Center Grove Marching Trojans this coming fall):)

[simzac]

We'd love for you to come up from Kentucky and join us! ::yes::

Multi state DIS meet, does this mean we're moving up to the big time:lmao:

[Sooze]

Simzac & DW, also known as Bill & Yvonne(proud parents of 2 Center Grove Marching Trojans this coming fall):)

Sooze=Susie, but everyone calls me Sooze! and DH Matt... who happens to be a band director in Avon... we can share marching band stories!!

DS=Tyson (8)
DD=Shaelyn (2)

[cteddiesgirl]

Sounds like a great idea. I'm not sure yet what my plans will be for that weekend. I have a couple of family reunions(1 for each side of family) this summer and am not sure exactly when they are.

I also am not sure if I could attend as I have no vehicle. Unless I could bum a ride from someone here. But then, maybe I could convince my best friend and her husband to come with their kids. They are not DIS members, but he is a Disney fan.

I'll have to run this by her and see what she thinks. :)

[ADP]

Sounds like a great idea. I'm not sure yet what my plans will be for that weekend. I have a couple of family reunions(1 for each side of family) this summer and am not sure exactly when they are.

I also am not sure if I could attend as I have no vehicle. Unless I could bum a ride from someone here. But then, maybe I could convince my best friend and her husband to come with their kids. They are not DIS members, but he is a Disney fan.

I'll have to run this by her and see what she thinks. :)

Would Love to have you join us. :)

[ncsjodi]

Hey Aaron!

I can't believe I didn't see this until tonight! As long as a family thing doesn't come up, I think you can count us in! It was fun meeting you guys at Buca last spring.

It will be me (Jodi), DH (Eric), DD7 (Lauren) and DD4 (Megan).

Thanks!

Just realized that since the NHL playoffs are over now and football season is about to start, maybe it's time to get my Colts logo back on my avatar... what do you think???

[ADP]

Hey Aaron!

I can't believe I didn't see this until tonight! As long as a family thing doesn't come up, I think you can count us in! It was fun meeting you guys at Buca last spring.

It will be me (Jodi), DH (Eric), DD7 (Lauren) and DD4 (Megan).

Thanks!

Just realized that since the NHL playoffs are over now and football season is about to start, maybe it's time to get my Colts logo back on my avatar... what do you think???

Hi Jodi!
I think it would be good to keep your Colts avatar year-round. :laughing:

It's great that you can come. It was wonderful meeting you too.

[disrailfan]

Hey ADP! This sounds great. Things have been busy and I just found this on the boards.

Count DW (JcDisneyFan) Shawn Hutsell and I (Milford Hutsell) in on the DIS Meet in Indy area.

We used to live in Noblesville and will be moving back within the next two years. We are in Logansport now, DD is in her senior year this fall and we plan to move back to the Noblesville Area.

Looking forward to the meet. :goodvibes

[smjj]

Dear ADP , I think we can attend. I just checked with my wife and as of now, its a go. Looking forward to it. Do you have an idea yet where it will take place??..smjj

[Dan Murphy]

I changed my Sunday arrival to Saturday so I should be able to make it too. :cool1:

[mousehouselover]

Count us in...... Noni and Vic, maybe kids too; I'll figure that out once it gets closer to the date.

Anyone intrested in seeing Wall-E next weekend? I know the DKids want to go.

[scarlett873]

I'd love to go and see Wall-E next weekend, but we're remodeling our house and I will be stuck painting and installing flooring all weekend!

I love that our Meet is growing!! Haven't seen Dan since the first Meet we attended...I think that was 2003 maybe.

Aaron, any more thoughts on where yet? Looking forward to it!

[smjj]

I changed my Sunday arrival to Saturday so I should be able to make it too. :cool1:


Dan, looking forward to finally meeting you. I have been reading your post from day one..smjj

[ADP]

Hey ADP! This sounds great. Things have been busy and I just found this on the boards.

Count DW (JcDisneyFan) Shawn Hutsell and I (Milford Hutsell) in on the DIS Meet in Indy area.

We used to live in Noblesville and will be moving back within the next two years. We are in Logansport now, DD is in her senior year this fall and we plan to move back to the Noblesville Area.

Looking forward to the meet. :goodvibes

That's great Milford. Look forward to seeing you at the meet. I'm sure you've visited Noblesville lately and have seen the phenominal growth...Quite incredible really.

Dear ADP , I think we can attend. I just checked with my wife and as of now, its a go. Looking forward to it. Do you have an idea yet where it will take place??..smjj

Hi smjj,
That's fantastic! Looking forward to seeing you as well. I'm working on selecting a location. Now that I have a better idea of the number of attendees I should be able to secure something soon and let all of you know.

I changed my Sunday arrival to Saturday so I should be able to make it too. :cool1:

So glad you can make it Dan. Looking forward to seeing you again. :thumbsup2

Count us in...... Noni and Vic, maybe kids too; I'll figure that out once it gets closer to the date.

Anyone intrested in seeing Wall-E next weekend? I know the DKids want to go.

Awesome! It appears a number of other children will be at the meet. Feel free to bring them along.

I'd love to go and see Wall-E next weekend, but we're remodeling our house and I will be stuck painting and installing flooring all weekend!

I love that our Meet is growing!! Haven't seen Dan since the first Meet we attended...I think that was 2003 maybe.

Aaron, any more thoughts on where yet? Looking forward to it!

Hi Brandie,
Not yet, but now that I have an idea of the number of attendees I'm hopeful to secure a location soon.

I feel the same way about the meet. It's wonderful how much it is growing. Looking forward to seeing everyone! :)

[treeface]

You can count us in. Me, DH and DS6 are planning to drive down from northern IN. Can't wait to meet everyone.
Trina

[ADP]

You can count us in. Me, DH and DS6 are planning to drive down from northern IN. Can't wait to meet everyone.
Trina

Hi Trina,
Glad you can join us for the meet. Looking forward to meeting you too. :)

[JCandKT]

Hi Katie,

Does this mean you and J.C. can make it? You're not behind the times at all...Just jumping on the band wagon. The more the merrier! :)

Put us (JC and Katie) down tentatively... still checking some things, but I wanted to RSVP.

Can't wait!

[Dodie]

Have we "officially" invited any members of the Podcast Team or Dreams Unlimited to visit with us during our meet? I know that was tossed around last week in podcast chat. Winotracy went to the Chicago meet and they all got some cool podcast "loot!" (Not that we wouldn't just want to just spend time with them - it's not all about the loot.:lmao:) Probably none of them would necessarily want to come to Indy over the holiday weekend - but we could ask.

By the way, I told my husband (non-DIS member, low tech guy, VERY MUCH A DISNEY FAN) that we were doing this and he was very perplexed. "We're going somewhere to meet a bunch of people that we don't know because you all post on that Disney site? Are you kidding me? Doesn't that seem kind of weird?" Be gentle with him, people! We'll bring him along. I just got him used to the fact that we are going on a specific Disney Cruise (May 2009) because lots of people that we don't know are going on it too.

[scarlett873]

Dodie...my family is the same way! They don't quite get it...:rotfl: DH, thankfully, does though. In his past life (before we got married) he was a member of many online communities. So he understands the whole thing. Kind of...lol...he tolerates it anyway :lmao:


Not sure if Will could make it or not...isn't he the one who's originally from this area? Maybe he'll come home for the holiday!

[ADP]

Have we "officially" invited any members of the Podcast Team or Dreams Unlimited to visit with us during our meet? I know that was tossed around last week in podcast chat. Winotracy went to the Chicago meet and they all got some cool podcast "loot!" (Not that we wouldn't just want to just spend time with them - it's not all about the loot.:lmao:) Probably none of them would necessarily want to come to Indy over the holiday weekend - but we could ask.

By the way, I told my husband (non-DIS member, low tech guy, VERY MUCH A DISNEY FAN) that we were doing this and he was very perplexed. "We're going somewhere to meet a bunch of people that we don't know because you all post on that Disney site? Are you kidding me? Doesn't that seem kind of weird?" Be gentle with him, people! We'll bring him along. I just got him used to the fact that we are going on a specific Disney Cruise (May 2009) because lots of people that we don't know are going on it too.

Funny you should ask. A personal invitation was recently sent to them. I think we all realize that Orlando and Indianapolis are approximately 1000 miles apart, but if any of them decided to join us we'd welcome them with open arms. :)

Dodie...my family is the same way! They don't quite get it...:rotfl: DH, thankfully, does though. In his past life (before we got married) he was a member of many online communities. So he understands the whole thing. Kind of...lol...he tolerates it anyway :lmao:

Not sure if Will could make it or not...isn't he the one who's originally from this area? Maybe he'll come home for the holiday!

There are many people out there who don't have the Disney gene like us. You either have it or you don't, plain and simple. Fortunately for us, WE GOT IT! :laughing:

Maybe Will can make it? We'd love to have him join us!

[mommyceratops]

Funny you should ask. A personal invitation was recently sent to them. I think we all realize that Orlando and Indianapolis are approximately 1000 miles apart, but if any of them decided to join us we'd welcome them with open arms. :)

There are many people out there who don't have the Disney gene like us. You either have it or you don't, plain and simple. Fortunately for us, WE GOT IT! :laughing:

Maybe Will can make it? We'd love to have him join us!

Wow! 5 pages!! There are a lot coming ADP!! This is so exciting. ::yes:: :love: Let me know if you need help planning of anything else. :yay:

[ADP]

Wow! 5 pages!! There are a lot coming ADP!! This is so exciting. ::yes:: :love: Let me know if you need help planning of anything else. :yay:

Thanks Kim...I may take you up on that. I communicated with Jennz today who passed along some great ideas for the kids who attend the meet. Right now I'm trying to secure a location which will suit our needs. I hope to post something soon with the location and more details soon.

[jennz]

Wow Aaron - this is huge! I just counted the kids and it looks like 18 of them...can't wait to see you use your magic to put this together. :goodvibes Here's some pixie dust to help you along...pixiedust:

[Dodie]

scarlett873 and I determined tonight on Podcast Chat that we share a birthday - August 31st - one day after the DIS meet! How cool is that?

[ADP]

scarlett873 and I determined tonight on Podcast Chat that we share a birthday - August 31st - one day after the DIS meet! How cool is that?

Awesome! Another reason to celebrate at the meet! :cool1: Bummed that I had to miss chat tonight.

[scarlett873]

Not only are Dodie's and my birthday on August 31st, but my DH, Matthew (Rhett972 - doesn't post much though) is exactly one week later! His birthday is September 7th. :) I love the end of August/early September because of our birthdays as well as our anniversary (September 10th) is all one right after the other...

I've already offered my services for cake/cupcakes...depends on my mood...just holler if there's anything to help with...

What an event this is becoming! Wooo!!!

[crazydisneyman]

ADP,

So how does this work?

Is it potluck (everybody brings something to eat) or catered?

If catered, what is the price per person?

Just curious. I am a planner and I just was thinking about this.

I can't wait to meet everybody, and maybe we can get Will up here cause it's Labor Day weekend. :cool1:

[ADP]

ADP,

So how does this work?

Is it potluck (everybody brings something to eat) or catered?

If catered, what is the price per person?

Just curious. I am a planner and I just was thinking about this.

I can't wait to meet everybody, and maybe we can get Will up here cause it's Labor Day weekend. :cool1:

Hi Chris,

My thoughts right now are having a pitch-in to help keep the cost of the event in check. (I'm trying to make the meet cost free, if possible). So everyone attending can bring a covered dish(s). Another reason I like the pitch-in idea is because we can possibly make some Disney dishes. Pull out our Disney recipes and get creative. It will also provide a variety of food for everyone.

I'll provide paper products, cups, utensils, etc and beverages. Because of the number of children and driving distances for some people having alcohol may not be a good idea.

As for the location I'm currently looking for either an indoor public space, or clubhouse type setting which will accommodate all of us. I've got a few places in mind. If anyone has any suggestions for a space like this please send me a PM. I must admit since I'm from Fishers and I'm familiar with the area the meet will probably be on the northside of town. I hope the folks on the southside understand. The last thing I want to do is make it tough for anyone to be able to get to the meet.

I hope everyone likes these ideas. :)

[Harvest02]

Hi Chris,

My thoughts right now are having a pitch-in to help keep the cost of the event in check. (I'm trying to make the meet cost free, if possible). So everyone attending can bring a covered dish(s). Another reason I like the pitch-in idea is because we can possibly make some Disney dishes. Pull out our Disney recipes and get creative. It will also provide a variety of food for everyone.

I'll provide paper products, cups, utensils, etc and beverages. Because of the number of children and driving distances for some people having alcohol may not be a good idea.

As for the location I'm currently looking for either an indoor public space, or clubhouse type setting which will accommodate all of us. I've got a few places in mind. If anyone has any suggestions for a space like this please send me a PM. I must admit since I'm from Fishers and I'm familiar with the area the meet will probably be on the northside of town. I hope the folks on the southside understand. The last thing I want to do is make it tough for anyone to be able to get to the meet.

I hope everyone likes these ideas. :)

I am getting really excited about this DIS meet!!! How cool will it be to meet so many people that LOVE:love: :love: Disney as much as I do??? Lots of August Birthdays! My DS7 is going to be 8 on August 16th, not too soon after the DIS meet!! Looks like there will be kids there that are similar in age to mine, so should be fun. Keep us updated on all the details! Thanks so much for putting this together! A great way to end the summer for us! School gets back in sesson on August 13th.

[ncsjodi]

scarlett873 and I determined tonight on Podcast Chat that we share a birthday - August 31st - one day after the DIS meet! How cool is that?

Not only are Dodie's and my birthday on August 31st, but my DH, Matthew (Rhett972 - doesn't post much though) is exactly one week later! His birthday is September 7th. :) I love the end of August/early September because of our birthdays as well as our anniversary (September 10th) is all one right after the other...


Okay, this is really weird, Brandie, but my birthday is August 31st too! ::yes::

We'll have to have a big birthday cake with some Disney characters on it! :thumbsup2

[Disneypirate85]

I don't know how we missed this for so long but COUNT US IN.....DW, Heather aka Tink_Lover900 and Shawn aka DisneyPirate85 will be there with ears on :cool1:
We are from Greencastle way out on the westside of town this will be our 1st DIS Meet.....let us know what ya need and we'll help out. We leave for "Home" SATURDAY!!!!

[ADP]

I don't know how we missed this for so long but COUNT US IN.....DW, Heather aka Tink_Lover900 and Shawn aka DisneyPirate85 will be there with ears on :cool1:
We are from Greencastle way out on the westside of town this will be our 1st DIS Meet.....let us know what ya need and we'll help out. We leave for "Home" SATURDAY!!!!

Super! Glad you can join us. Have a fantastic trip home! :thumbsup2

[scarlett873]

Okay, this is really weird, Brandie, but my birthday is August 31st too! ::yes::

We'll have to have a big birthday cake with some Disney characters on it! :thumbsup2 Hmmmm...I need to get my thinking cap on...i've volunteered to bring cake/cupcakes of some kind...This is turning into a big birthday party!! ;)

[GuardMusic]

Not sure if I can make it since it's the first weekend after school starts, but definitely keep me in the look on the time & location!

Gayle

[ADP]

I think we can come! It may just be me and the kids if DH's schedule doesn't allow. I normally post on the Families board. There was just a thread about things to do in Indiana so I could hijack it and let people know about the meet. I know I tend to stick to Restaurants and Families. I saw your link when you posted about No Way Jose - my favorite also!

Anyway, it is me - Julie
DH - Gordon
DS 9 - Kyle
DD 7 (by one day, another August birthday!) - Katie
DS 3 - Joey

ADP - I am sure we are close to you. I live 1 minute from Fishers.

So glad you can make. Look forward to meeting you and the children. :)

Not sure if I can make it since it's the first weekend after school starts, but definitely keep me in the look on the time & location!

Gayle

Let us know as we get closer to the meet Gayle. Glad to hear from you.

Our Meet made the Podcast! Did anyone hear it...lol

I heard it Brandie. Wasn't that so cool!? ::yes::

[K and K's Mommy]

I think we can come! It may just be me and the kids if DH's schedule doesn't allow. I normally post on the Families board. There was just a thread about things to do in Indiana so I could hijack it and let people know about the meet. I know I tend to stick to Restaurants and Families. I saw your link when you posted about No Way Jose - my favorite also!

Anyway, it is me - Julie
DH - Gordon
DS 9 - Kyle
DD 7 (by one day, another August birthday!) - Katie
DS 3 - Joey

ADP - I am sure we are close to you. I live 1 minute from Fishers.

[scarlett873]

Our Meet made the Podcast! Did anyone hear it...lol

[heath-and-javens-mom]

I am in Terre Haute and I would love to attend, however we are leaving for Disney that day so I wont be able to go- I will keep subbe dto this thread to see how is goes, cant wait to hear all the fun you guys have! I love dis meets!!

[Sooze]

I love the pitch-in idea! We could start a list and keep track of who is bringing what, so we don't end up with 25 desserts and 1 casserole!!:rotfl:

Could we also volunteer to run activities with the kids? If a bunch of us came up with a game/craft/activity, then we can take turns leading the kids. I'd happily volunteer to do one!

There are TONS of ideas on FamilyFun.com (Disney's family-friendly magazine)

Click here to see some ideas! (http://familyfun.go.com/games/indoor-outdoor-games/)

Getting excited for the DisMeet!!

[ADP]

I love the pitch-in idea! We could start a list and keep track of who is bringing what, so we don't end up with 25 desserts and 1 casserole!!:rotfl:

Could we also volunteer to run activities with the kids? If a bunch of us came up with a game/craft/activity, then we can take turns leading the kids. I'd happily volunteer to do one!

There are TONS of ideas on FamilyFun.com (Disney's family-friendly magazine)

Click here to see some ideas! (http://familyfun.go.com/games/indoor-outdoor-games/)

Getting excited for the DisMeet!!

This is all great stuff Sooze...Thanks! If you wish to volunteer with the kids that would be wonderful. The meet will probably last 4 or 5 hours so keeping the kids entertained will be a big part of the meet. Maybe you could volunteer for an activity. Some of the suggestions I've received for kids activities are face painting, drawing sessions, and hula hooping.

As for the food I can keep a running tab on who is bringing what on the 1st post next to everyone's name. I plan on supplying paper products and beverages for the meet so that is covered.

[Sooze]

Hey! :idea: Does anyone that's planning on attending have a karaoke machine!? I have some Disney karaoke CD's (that I just sing to in my car:rolleyes1 )... the kids might enjoy that activity for a while!

If you want, Aaron, I could be the kids' activity coordinator! (That sounds official;) )

Once we solidify a time, I could sketch out a schedule and start filling in activities and who is running them (based on people's willingness to volunteer).

Let me know!
Susie

[K and K's Mommy]

Do people think the kids would like a Disney trivia challenge? My older one would love it, but last night he was reading the Unofficial Guide for fun!

I saw a fun looking game in Family Fun this month. The kids try to put on frozen t-shirts. I could either look for cheap Disney shirts or buy plain white package shirts. If people think this sounds good, I can be in charge of it.

My DD is saying hot potato with Disney music for little ones.

[Sooze]

Do people think the kids would like a Disney trivia challenge? My older one would love it, but last night he was reading the Unofficial Guide for fun!

I saw a fun looking game in Family Fun this month. The kids try to put on frozen t-shirts. I could either look for cheap Disney shirts or buy plain white package shirts. If people think this sounds good, I can be in charge of it.

My DD is saying hot potato with Disney music for little ones.

I saw the frozen tshirt game! That looked fun! How about the 'fishing with your feet' activity? We could put Disney figurines in the little pool with bubbles!

I'm starting a list, then we can solidify! You are definitely in charge of the Tshirt game!:thumbsup2

Love the hot potato game, too!!

[jennz]

DD wants to teach a drawing class where they draw a character like they do at the animation class at the studios...

[scarlett873]

A pitch-in sounds good to me!! Please put me down as bringing cake or cupcakes! We've got an awful lot of birthdays to celebrate! :upsidedow

We'll probably bring something else too...i'll wait and see what others are bringing to see if I need to fill in a gap somewhere!

Not sure on public places to have this at...yay for it being on the northside though! Wooo!! :banana:

[jennz]

I forgot to add above, we're bringing Kona wings (in honor of you Aaron :thumbsup2 )

[Serena]

I don't know what kinds of places are in fishers, but there is holiday park on the northside of indy, and there is a huge park in plainfield, there is also eagle creek, but you have to pay to get in. The park in plainfield may have to be signed up for, I don't remember.
If I think of any more, I'll add them.

Have fun everyone :)

[ADP]

DD wants to teach a drawing class where they draw a character like they do at the animation class at the studios...
Sounds like a terrific idea! :yay:

A pitch-in sounds good to me!! Please put me down as bringing cake or cupcakes! We've got an awful lot of birthdays to celebrate! :upsidedow

We'll probably bring something else too...i'll wait and see what others are bringing to see if I need to fill in a gap somewhere!

Not sure on public places to have this at...yay for it being on the northside though! Wooo!! :banana:
That's great Brandie. I've marked it on the 1st post. Whoever tells me what they will bring I will keep track of it on post 1 so we don't duplicate.

I've checked a few public places already, but no luck. We'll secure something soon.

I forgot to add above, we're bringing Kona wings (in honor of you Aaron :thumbsup2 )
Kona Wings? Sounds like a great Disney recipe. :)

[delmar411]

Put us down as a maybe. DH is on a job hunt at the moment so who knows what he'll be up to then. :confused3

But if we can all make it then it would be me, DH, DD (10), DD (4), DS (3) and DS (2)

I'm sure we could pitch in as well for something or other.

[ADP]

Put us down as a maybe. DH is on a job hunt at the moment so who knows what he'll be up to then. :confused3

But if we can all make it then it would be me, DH, DD (10), DD (4), DS (3) and DS (2)

I'm sure we could pitch in as well for something or other.

It would be great if you could join us. I'm sure anything you could bring would be wonderful. Good luck to DH and his job hunt. :wizard:

[j-jhall]

My wife and I will try to make it. I have a soccer tournament in Bloomington, but if the schedule permits we will do our best to be there.

[ADP]

My wife and I will try to make it. I have a soccer tournament in Bloomington, but if the schedule permits we will do our best to be there.

Great! Just so you know the meet will probably be in the late afternoon.

[j-jhall]

Great! Just so you know the meet will probably be in the late afternoon.
That does help. I will keep you posted as time gets closer.

[hoosiergirl7]

I so miss Indiana. I couldn't get out of there fast enough at 21 but after 12 yrs as a military wife on the move every 3 yrs I can't wait until retirement because we're coming back!!! And only 3 more years until we do!!! Granted we've also lived in the South all but 2 of those years so I'm hating the summer heat (it's miserable). I'll take the snow over the heat that starts in May and lasts until October any day.

I definitely want to keep in touch with Indy DISers so that maybe one day I'll get to meet some of you.

[j-jhall]

I so miss Indiana. I couldn't get out of there fast enough at 21 but after 12 yrs as a military wife on the move every 3 yrs I can't wait until retirement because we're coming back!!! And only 3 more years until we do!!! Granted we've also lived in the South all but 2 of those years so I'm hating the summer heat (it's miserable). I'll take the snow over the heat that starts in May and lasts until October any day.

I definitely want to keep in touch with Indy DISers so that maybe one day I'll get to meet some of you.
I know what you mean. When I was in the Navy I couldn't get out of Indiana fast enough, but boy was I glad to get back when I got discharged.

[ncsjodi]

I left to go to Washington, DC for grad school. I lived out there for seven years, but it never felt like home. We moved back just before our first DD was born and I've never regretted it! Hope to welcome you home soon, HoosierGirl!:yay:

[Dodie]

Aaron:

I'll definitely be bringing a giant tub of trail mix/candy mix (M&Ms, candy corn, salted peanuts, etc.). I know that doesn't fit into one of the major food groups though so - as the event nears - I'll be willing to pick up the slack and bring whatever side item we need.

[mommyceratops]

Wow! Checking in and a lot has been going on! I have been swamped at work this week.

TDS is having a sale this weekend. If I make it over I will pick up some prizes.

I am not sure what food I will bring, we have a 2 hour drive, I am guessing, we are in southern In. by Louisville.

Sounds like a lot of fun!!

[hoosiergirl7]

I left to go to Washington, DC for grad school. I lived out there for seven years, but it never felt like home. We moved back just before our first DD was born and I've never regretted it! Hope to welcome you home soon, HoosierGirl!:yay:

We were stationed in the Baltimore-DC area for 2 years and I loved it!!! If I wasn't so attached to my family then we'd be retiring there in a heartbeat. Alas, family is more important (DH's parents didn't see it that way as they stayed in TX after retirement and have no intention of moving back to IN. Their loss not ours.) and holidays without family is getting old - fast!!!

[JCandKT]

I'm so excited about our dis-meet! We'll bring a bunch of sides since JC and I love to cook!

Is anyone going to see the fireworks (if it stops raining, that is) in downtown Indy tonight?

[Dan Murphy]

:cool1: :yay: :woohoo:

[TigrLvsPooh]

Our family would definitely like to try and come down to Indy! :thumbsup2 I'm not sure what our plans are yet for that weekend, I have to check the Purdue football schedule, but we'll keep an eye on this thread and hopefully see you guys then!

Thanks for the PM Dan! :goodvibes

[ADP]

Our family would definitely like to try and come down to Indy! :thumbsup2 I'm not sure what our plans are yet for that weekend, I have to check the Purdue football schedule, but we'll keep an eye on this thread and hopefully see you guys then!

Thanks for the PM Dan! :goodvibes

Hi Erika,

Sure hope you guys can make it. We'd love to have our very own Travel Channel superstars at the meet :cheer2: Let us know for sure the closer we get.

I see you guys are headed to the World this month. We'll be there July 14th -
22nd. Hope you and the fam have a magical time! :wizard:

[TigrLvsPooh]

Yep, we'll be there July 26 - August 1. :goodvibes Just the two of us! :cloud9: The kids are staying with grandma... this will be our 10th wedding anniversary. :lovestruc We are excited, but always second guessing our resort choice right up until we leave. It drives me nuts!! :upsidedow

[Sooze]

Hi Erika,

Sure hope you guys can make it. We'd love to have our very own Travel Channel superstars at the meet :cheer2: Let us know for sure the closer we get.

I see you guys are headed to the World this month. We'll be there July 14th -
22nd. Hope you and the fam have a magical time! :wizard:

Hey Aaron! We'll be there July 13-15 for a quick surprise for Tyson! We'll be bringing the Hoosier vibe that week!!

[ADP]

Yep, we'll be there July 26 - August 1. :goodvibes Just the two of us! :cloud9: The kids are staying with grandma... this will be our 10th wedding anniversary. :lovestruc We are excited, but always second guessing our resort choice right up until we leave. It drives me nuts!! :upsidedow

I'm sure whichever resort you choose will be wonderful. Sometimes too much choice can creat insanity. :laughing:

Hey Aaron! We'll be there July 13-15 for a quick surprise for Tyson! We'll be bringing the Hoosier vibe that week!!

Hey! Awesome Sooze! Happy B-Day to Tyson. :wizard: Hoosier Hysteria the month of July in WDW. ;)

We'll be checking into the Wilderness Lodge Villas when we arrive on the 14th and then its straight to the Animal Kingdom. We have an ADR at the Rain Forest Cafe and AK has EMH that night. :woohoo:

[simzac]

We did WDW in July back in 2003 on our first trip to the world. Never again, too hot and humid for me. Give me January weather anytime over the summer. Have a great time everyone.:goodvibes

[Sooze]

I'm sure whichever resort you choose will be wonderful. Sometimes too much choice can creat insanity. :laughing:



Hey! Awesome Sooze! Happy B-Day to Tyson. :wizard: Hoosier Hysteria the month of July in WDW. ;)

We'll be checking into the Wilderness Lodge Villas when we arrive on the 14th and then its straight to the Animal Kingdom. We have an ADR at the Rain Forest Cafe and AK has EMH that night. :woohoo:

We will definitely be taking in EMH on th 14th at AK... maybe we'll bump into you! I'll be wearing my lime green Tink Tank!!

[ADP]

Hi Everyone,

We've been fortunate enough to secure our location. The meet will be held at the Hamilton County 4-H fairgrounds. The building in which the meet will be held is called the Annex building. I've updated the initial post with additional information, so please check it out. :)

I understand this location isn't the most convenient for everyone, but I hope you will still be able to make it. The opportunity to meet fellow DISers, DIS Unplugged fans, theme park junkies, and Disney World fanatics like us will be a real treat! :goodvibes

The building does have a kitchen in case you need to warm up your pitch-in items when you arrive at the meet. Bathroom facilities are also located in the building. There is plenty of green space outside as well in case the kids wish to run and play. The space inside the building is probably larger than we need; however, with kids activities and adult activities it will be nice to be able to spread out. Tables and chairs are also included to setup our pitch-in items and sit and enjoy each others company.

Also, I've updated the initial post with a list of kids activities. Anyone who wishes to voluntear to run or assist with any of the activities please submit a post and let us know.

Don't forget to let us know what you intend to bring for a pitch-in item to the meet. I've been updating the initial post with pitch-in items so we don't duplicate any of the food items. Please check back often as more information will be posted as we get closer to the meet.

Looking forward to seeing you there! :)

[Harvest02]

Hi Everyone,

We've been fortunate enough to secure our location. The meet will be held at the Hamilton County 4-H fairgrounds. The building in which the meet will be held is called the Annex building. I've updated the initial post with additional information, so please check it out. :)

I understand this location isn't the most convenient for everyone, but I hope you will still be able to make it. The opportunity to meet fellow DISers, DIS Unplugged fans, theme park junkies, and Disney World fanatics like us will be a real treat! :goodvibes

The building does have a kitchen in case you need to warm up your pitch-in items when you arrive at the meet. Bathroom facilities are also located in the building. There is plenty of green space outside as well in case the kids wish to run and play. The space inside the building is probably larger than we need; however, with kids activities and adult activities it will be nice to be able to spread out. Tables and chairs are also included to setup our pitch-in items and sit and enjoy each others company.

Also, I've updated the initial post with a list of kids activities. Anyone who wishes to voluntear to run or assist with any of the activities please submit a post and let us know.

Don't forget to let us know what you intend to bring for a pitch-in item to the meet. I've been updating the initial post with pitch-in items so we don't duplicate any of the food items. Please check back often as more information will be posted as we get closer to the meet.

Looking forward to seeing you there! :)

Awesome!!! It is more than convenient for me! I only live about 15 minutes away, so we are looking forward to it! I am still trying to decide what to bring, but I will let you know so you can post! :banana:

[Sandy321]

I've been meaning to get back to Indy -

Since you bumped the post on the CB board, I had to follow the link here - What great plans!!

Very tempting indeed!! We havent been to Indy to see mil in a long time (she lives in Fisher!) so maybe I can figure something out!!

Thanks for the planning!!

[simzac]

How did I know that the Indianapolis meet would end up in Hamilton county;)
DW will bring her meatloaf. Also our 2 boys want to come now. Simon will be 18 and Zach is 14, so go ahead and add them to the list please.

[ADP]

How did I know that the Indianapolis meet would end up in Hamilton county;)
DW will bring her meatloaf. Also our 2 boys want to come now. Simon will be 18 and Zach is 14, so go ahead and add them to the list please.

:lmao: Look at it this way Bill you can make an entire day of it here. :)

Meatloaf sounds great. Thanks! I will update the list.

[ShhhQ]

Just found this post in someones link on the food pic page....

Sounds really cool and would love to meet other Disers.... but,
the day its scheduled, we are going to be out of Indiana and driving to have my Birthday dinner with Mickey!

[ShhhQ]

Not only are Dodie's and my birthday on August 31st, but my DH, Matthew (Rhett972 - doesn't post much though) is exactly one week later! His birthday is September 7th. :) I love the end of August/early September because of our birthdays as well as our anniversary (September 10th) is all one right after the other...


My birthday is also August 31st, but I have always hated that.... especially when I was a kid, as it always fell when school started so I usually go school clothes!

But last year and this it has been a good thing, as it is my excuse to go to Disney World at that time!!!

[Sooze]

Kids activities:

Hot Potato (with a Disney stuffed animal for the potato?)
Karaoke? If someone is willing to bring a machine and some kid-friendly discs?

I will voluntEAR to run the Hot Potato Game. I'll provide:boom box, music, stuffed animal, prizes


Sooze is bringing Buffalo Chicken Dip

BTW, DS (8) is Tyson, DD(2) is Shaelyn

Outta here... off to the Mouse!:cool1:

[jennz]

We have a karaoke machine & some Disney karoaoke cds I can bring...I know we have HSM and I think some Disney Jams. Have fun at WDW!:woohoo:

[ADP]

Just found this post in someones link on the food pic page....

Sounds really cool and would love to meet other Disers.... but,
the day its scheduled, we are going to be out of Indiana and driving to have my Birthday dinner with Mickey!

Sorry you can't make it, but enjoy the Mouse! :)

Kids activities:

Hot Potato (with a Disney stuffed animal for the potato?)
Karaoke? If someone is willing to bring a machine and some kid-friendly discs?

I will voluntEAR to run the Hot Potato Game. I'll provide:boom box, music, stuffed animal, prizes


Sooze is bringing Buffalo Chicken Dip

BTW, DS (8) is Tyson, DD(2) is Shaelyn

Outta here... off to the Mouse!:cool1:

Have a great time Sooze. Hopefully we'll bump into you at the AK. I'll look for your lime green shirt. :)

We have a karaoke machine & some Disney karoaoke cds I can bring...I know we have HSM and I think some Disney Jams. Have fun at WDW!:woohoo:

Super Fab! Feel free to bring it along.

[Sooze]

Have a great time Sooze. Hopefully we'll bump into you at the AK. I'll look for your lime green shirt. :)


And lime green bandana...;)

[Sooze]

We have a karaoke machine & some Disney karoaoke cds I can bring...I know we have HSM and I think some Disney Jams. Have fun at WDW!:woohoo:

That sounds super!! I have some Disney karaoke CDs as well... just have to find them now!

And thanks... we sure will have a good time!

[Mickeefan]

Unfortunately, life has happened and we need to "un-register" for this meet. As awesome as it sounds it will be, we just can't make it on the 30th. So, if you'll remove our names from the list, that would be great. :sad1:

I'll subscribe to this thread and when the meet is over, I'll come back and looka at all the pictures everyone will certainly post. Thanks for all your planning efforts. I'm sorry that I won't be able to attend.

[Luckymomoftwo]

We're a TENTATIVE yes! Is anyone else from Northwest Indiana going? I will let you know if we become a DEFINITE yes after I discuss it with DH.

This sounds like a LOT of fun!

[smjj]

Just courious but how many of you are DVC members?? We are and was just wanting to know so we will have a little more to talk about...smjj

[NancyIL]

I have been to several Indy DIS meets in the past, so I will see if I can make this one! We sometimes visit relatives in Michigan on Labor Day weekend, but I haven't heard of any plans so far.

[ADP]

We're a TENTATIVE yes! Is anyone else from Northwest Indiana going? I will let you know if we become a DEFINITE yes after I discuss it with DH.

This sounds like a LOT of fun!

That's great. Let us know if you can make it for sure.

Just courious but how many of you are DVC members?? We are and was just wanting to know so we will have a little more to talk about...smjj

We are DVC members. We love our membership. It allows us to get to Disney World a little more often than we would without it.

I have been to several Indy DIS meets in the past, so I will see if I can make this one! We sometimes visit relatives in Michigan on Labor Day weekend, but I haven't heard of any plans so far.

Hi Nancy,
I believe we met a few years ago at the Indy DIS Meet at Loon Lake Lodge in Castleton. Hope you can make it. :)

[NancyIL]

Hi Nancy,
I believe we met a few years ago at the Indy DIS Meet at Loon Lake Lodge in Castleton. Hope you can make it. :)

Yep - I was there! :)

[jennz]

smjj - we're dvc members too.:thumbsup2

[ncsjodi]

smjj - we're dvc members too.:thumbsup2

Us too! :banana:

[Luckymomoftwo]

Well, I spoke to DH and he said attending the DISmeet is fine with him. So, count us in...our group includes:

Me - Debbie
DH - Junior
DS - Brandon (8)
DD - Emilee (5)


And we are DVC members, too. Can't wait to meet other DISers and DVC members! :banana:

[simzac]

Just courious but how many of you are DVC members?? We are and was just wanting to know so we will have a little more to talk about...smjj

We are also DVC members at OKW:goodvibes

[simzac]

And I love to talk DVC:woohoo:

[Tink_lover900]

We are DVC members too!! SSR is our home resort. How about you guys??

[ADP]

We are DVC members too!! SSR is our home resort. How about you guys??

We own at SSR & AKV. Hoping and wishing for DVC Polynesian.

[Dodie]

VWL DVC owners here!:wave2:

[DisneySunflower]

We would love to attend!
We are the Neal Family of 5 - Me, DH, DD(11), DD(7), and DS(3).
We will bring Veggie Pasta Salad.
:disrocks:

[kathyseb]

Is it too late to join in the fun?
Just found this today.

Ron and I will do our best to attend.

[ADP]

We would love to attend!
We are the Neal Family of 5 - Me, DH, DD(11), DD(7), and DS(3).
We will bring Veggie Pasta Salad.
:disrocks:

Glad you can make it. I'll mark you down.

Is it too late to join in the fun?
Just found this today.

Ron and I will do our best to attend.

No, not at all. I will go ahead an mark you down. Let us know what you can bring for the pitch-in. We'd love for you guys to join us. :)

[simzac]

The way our numbers keep growing, we might need to rent Lucas Oil Stadium instead.:lmao:

[ncsjodi]

The way our numbers keep growing, we might need to rent Lucas Oil Stadium instead.:lmao:

Did you get tickets for the tour this morning? My BFF got 10. Can't wait to take my self-guided tour!!!

[simzac]

Did you get tickets for the tour this morning? My BFF got 10. Can't wait to take my self-guided tour!!!

No I didn't get any, I'll just wait until I attend an event there and look around all I can.

[mommyceratops]

WOW! 85 people!! Oh man!! How cool!! How many did they have in Chicago? Hoosiers ROCK!

[Luckymomoftwo]

I've been trying to think of what we could bring since we'll have a two and a half hour drive down. (I guess that doesn't matter too much, I DO have a cooler to put things in to keep them cold) I could make some brownies and/or a macaroni/tuna salad. I see that JCandKT are bringing side dishes, but I wasn't sure exactly what side dishes they plan on bringing.

Also, is this a BYOB? (That stands for Bring Your Own Beverages....I know what you were all thinking!) :rolleyes1

AND I noticed that only one person is bringing a main dish type dish. (Meatloaf) Is everyone bringing their own main thing to eat, too? I can't imagine asking one person to bring burgers/hot dogs/brauts/chicken/or whatever for everyone...or was the idea that several different people would pitch in for that type of stuff...AND is there a grill there to cook that type of stuff on? I wouldn't mind bringing a couple packages of hot dogs...and maybe some burgers.

I know, I know, I'm just full of questions today! Sorry!! I'm just excited about this DISmeet! :yay:

[ncsjodi]

Those are great questions!

We only live a few miles from the fairgrounds, so we can bring whatever. Also, for those of you who don't live close, there's a Super Walmart and a Meijer grocery store right next to the fairgrounds, so if you want to wait until you get here to buy something, you definitely can!

I will be at the fairgrounds tomorrow for the Hamilton County 4H fair and I will look to see if there is a grill around.

[jennz]

I can change what we're bringing to hot dogs...I signed up for Kona Wings b/c I was going to use the recipe from here for the Kona Wings from the Poly, I thought that would be fun to have a Disney recipe.

I think Aaron might have a plan.

[ADP]

I've been trying to think of what we could bring since we'll have a two and a half hour drive down. (I guess that doesn't matter too much, I DO have a cooler to put things in to keep them cold) I could make some brownies and/or a macaroni/tuna salad. I see that JCandKT are bringing side dishes, but I wasn't sure exactly what side dishes they plan on bringing.

Also, is this a BYOB? (That stands for Bring Your Own Beverages....I know what you were all thinking!) :rolleyes1

AND I noticed that only one person is bringing a main dish type dish. (Meatloaf) Is everyone bringing their own main thing to eat, too? I can't imagine asking one person to bring burgers/hot dogs/brauts/chicken/or whatever for everyone...or was the idea that several different people would pitch in for that type of stuff...AND is there a grill there to cook that type of stuff on? I wouldn't mind bringing a couple packages of hot dogs...and maybe some burgers.

I know, I know, I'm just full of questions today! Sorry!! I'm just excited about this DISmeet! :yay:

Hi Debbie,
There is a kitchen in the space we will be using. You could easily prepare hot dogs and hamburgers there; however, I probably wouldn't try and get too adventurous with exotic dishes. Make sure to bring any pans or utensils you need to cook with.

Also, I'm providing the beverages for the meet; however, feel free to bring anything you wish. Unfortunately, the fairgrounds will not allow us to bring alcohol onsite.

Those are great questions!

We only live a few miles from the fairgrounds, so we can bring whatever. Also, for those of you who don't live close, there's a Super Walmart and a Meijer grocery store right next to the fairgrounds, so if you want to wait until you get here to buy something, you definitely can!

I will be at the fairgrounds tomorrow for the Hamilton County 4H fair and I will look to see if there is a grill around.

Thanks Jodi. Let us know what you find.

I can change what we're bringing to hot dogs...I signed up for Kona Wings b/c I was going to use the recipe from here for the Kona Wings from the Poly, I thought that would be fun to have a Disney recipe.

I think Aaron might have a plan.

No...No...Please bring the Kona Wings. :)

[Luckymomoftwo]

I can change what we're bringing to hot dogs...I signed up for Kona Wings b/c I was going to use the recipe from here for the Kona Wings from the Poly, I thought that would be fun to have a Disney recipe.

I think Aaron might have a plan.

I think people might like Kona Wings...especially since it's a recipe from the Poly...it will add that much more "DISNEY MAGIC" to the DISmeet!!! I didn't mean for anyone to change what they were bringing when I posted, I just noticed that nobody had mentioned the "traditional" cook out items. That's not to suggest that "non-traditional" items won't be devoured....er....I mean enjoyed. LOL!!!

[Luckymomoftwo]

Hi Debbie,
There is a kitchen in the space we will be using. You could easily prepare hot dogs and hamburgers there; however, I probably wouldn't try and get too adventurous with exotic dishes. Make sure to bring any pans or utensils you need to cook with.



Please...me try and get too adventurous with exotic dishes? I think a tuna salad is the most adventurous I've ever gotten! I work full time and DH works a full time job AND a part time job and we have two kids...I don't have time to get adventurous with anything! :lmao: I have this friend who makes the wildest things for her parties and I'm always so jealous...she puts Martha Stewart to shame!! She has two kids too, but she's a SAHM. (That makes me REALLY jealous!)

Well, it's way past my bedtime so I'll check back tomorrow!!

[Sooze]

Aaron, looks like we missed each other at AK the other night! We made it in time for the 9pm FotLK show and then 4 times on EE!!


We are also DVC members! We own at SSR... keeping our fingers crossed for Kingdom Tower;)

[ADP]

Aaron, looks like we missed each other at AK the other night! We made it in time for the 9pm FotLK show and then 4 times on EE!!


We are also DVC members! We own at SSR... keeping our fingers crossed for Kingdom Tower;)

I know Sooze. I had my eyes peeled for you, but didn't see you. We left the Rain Forest at around 8:15 and headed into the park. We were on EE at around 9:45. We also hit Dinosaur at 9:15. We almost decided on FotLK, but didn't go because we were headed back to AK the next day.

I hope you had a great trip. :)

[westjones]

Add us to the list! Our family is made up of Jim, Debra (me), Chantelle (14) and Michelle (14). I will bring a cheese plate and some fruit. My DDs will probaby bring a volleyball and would love to find some other teens who would want to join in with a game (or two or several).

We just returned last night from WDW. We are DVC member (BCV is our home resort) and like everyone here, we love all things Disney!

Sounds like fun!
Debra

[Dan Murphy]

Sure looks like this will be a HUGE meet!!!!! How many so far? :cool1:

[ADP]

Sure looks like this will be a HUGE meet!!!!! How many so far? :cool1:

89 so far Dan. It's going to be a blast!

[SlightlyGoofy]

Darn it! I cannot come but I have a really good excuse.

I will be at WDW for the beginning of my two week trip.:thumbsup2

I believe the day you are meeting I will be holding down one of Dan Murphy's rocking chairs to see a parade.:rotfl:

Maybe next year?

Slightly Goofy/Linda

[Tink_lover900]

Hey Aaron....put us down for bringing some fried chicken and we will also watch what everyone else is bringing to see if we need to add anything else to help out

[scarlett873]

89 so far Dan. It's going to be a blast!Man...this is gonna be a BIG cake!! :dance3:

[simzac]

What's going on here. No one posted in 2 days on our thread. What's everyone doing, enjoying the great weather for a change or what.:lmao:

[ncsjodi]

What's going on here. No one posted in 2 days on our thread. What's everyone doing, enjoying the great weather for a change or what.:lmao:

::yes:: Yep! We went to Conner Prairie yesterday and the Indy Zoo today! It's been great outside!

[ADP]

We just got back from Orlando and this weather is a nice change of pace from the humidity. I'm sure it will be coming back though.

Maybe everyone went to the Johnas Bros concert tonight :rotfl:

Looking forward to the meet. 38 more days. :yay:

[westjones]

We were at Mounds Park yesterday.

And are you serious? The Jonas Brothers were here yesterday! My DDs will be SO disappointed! (Not that I would have taken them, I hate crowds, and I don't stay out late on work nights).

This weekend we are going to Kings Island which is a poor substitute for WDW, but still fun.

Debra

[ncsjodi]

And are you serious? The Jonas Brothers were here yesterday! My DDs will be SO disappointed! (Not that I would have taken them, I hate crowds, and I don't stay out late on work nights).


::yes:: They were at Verizon last night. No wonder traffic was so bad...

[mousehouselover]

DSis took DD#1, they had a good time. DD said it was better than the DVD she got with her CD set for Christmas.

[sunshinegirl]

Count us in for the meet! I stumbled upon this thread and RSVP'd for my family, only to find out that we have known ADP and his family in real life for years. DUH! We've even flown back and forth together from Disney a couple times.

Tricia, Kevin, Jillian (DD7), and Cassie (DD5)

[ncsjodi]

Count us in for the meet! I stumbled upon this thread and RSVP'd for my family, only to find out that we have known ADP and his family in real life for years. DUH! We've even flown back and forth together from Disney a couple times.

Tricia, Kevin, Jillian (DD7), and Cassie (DD5)

And you know us too, Tricia!!! Lauren will be so happy that Jillian is coming!:yay:

[jms25]

Coming out of Lurkdom to say HI to all the Hoosiers! We live in Fishers and the fairgrounds are not far at all from our house. I am seriously considering coming. I just have to convince DH and see what our Labor Day weekend plans include.

Usually we go back to our hometown area (30mins NW of Lafayette) for the Fall Festival, but neither of us is big on that idea this year. Its not what it used to be. It just that our families are both there and its a three day weekend so we like to take advantage of the time to spend with each set of parents. Plus we just had our second child so I know they will be begging us to come "home". I'd rather hang out and meet ya'll though!

[MenashaCorp]

Count on two more adults! DGf(Susan) and I will be there. :woohoo:

Any chance of "linking" to calypso's 2pm Dole Whip for Bawb meet, since it's happening the same day? Speakerphone at least....

[ADP]

Count on two more adults! DGf(Susan) and I will be there. :woohoo:

Any chance of "linking" to calypso's 2pm Dole Whip for Bawb meet, since it's happening the same day? Speakerphone at least....

Hey Jason,

That's great! I didn't even know you lived nearby.

You know that may not be a bad idea. Maybe we can get Lisa's cell phone number and call them a little after 2:00PM. I'll see if its ok with her and maybe we can set something up.

Coming out of Lurkdom to say HI to all the Hoosiers! We live in Fishers and the fairgrounds are not far at all from our house. I am seriously considering coming. I just have to convince DH and see what our Labor Day weekend plans include.

Usually we go back to our hometown area (30mins NW of Lafayette) for the Fall Festival, but neither of us is big on that idea this year. Its not what it used to be. It just that our families are both there and its a three day weekend so we like to take advantage of the time to spend with each set of parents. Plus we just had our second child so I know they will be begging us to come "home". I'd rather hang out and meet ya'll though!

Hope you can make it. Let us know the closer we get to the meet.

[JCandKT]

Hey guys... I wanted to be a dork and act like Kevin and give a dining review of an Indianapolis restaurant. Hope you enjoy!

We went to "Sushi on the Rocks" in downtown Indy tonight (in the same building as the ICE Lounge). It was pretty good...though I thought the atmosphere was lacking (we did go pretty early in the evening) but the food was excellent.

SOTR Indy is located on Meridian Street next to Bob's Tiki Lounge and across the street from the Claddaugh Irish Pub.

First off...when we walked into the lobby area, it smelled like sewage. They had a water feature (wall fountain, small river rocks in basin) that must not have been cleaned for some time. Needless to say, it put a pretty weird feeling in our stomachs. Our server was soft spoken and a seemed a little distant (we had to ask for a martini menu, something they apparently specialize in...) but was good about refilling our waters and attentive to our needs after the initial seating. There were about 3 other couples in the restaurant at the time we were there (about 7 p.m. on a Saturday night). The atmosphere of the place is mixed... there are very warm color tones on the walls, with very dark woods, and very subtle lighting. There are Buddha statues and "zen-features" all over this place to try and create some sort of ambience in the city. However, there are about 4 flat screens set on Headline News or (while we were there) some sort of Ultimate Fighting Championships ---- VERY distracting. (reminded of me when Kevin reviewed the Wave) Also, they were playing some sort of Alt-Rock playlist at what I thought was a high-volume (think Barenaked Ladies & Counting Crows). The atmosphere contradicted itself.

We started out with a bowl of edamame ($5.00)- pretty standard fare - nothing to brag about. We also decided to have a couple of cocktails - a Peach Blossom Martini ($10.00) and a Classy Appletini ($9.00) --- we thought these were a bit overpriced for the quality.

Then came the sushi, which we both thought was really good. We decided to just order a bunch of rolls (a la John & Kevin) to split. The two standard rolls we ordered were a California Roll ($4.99), and a Spicy Tuna Roll ($5.99). Their speciality rolls were the highlight of the night.

We ordered a Play-Boy Roll ($15.00) which is Shrimp tempura, Asparagus, spicy tuna, Spicy & Sweet Sauce; a Kona Roll ($10.99) which is Shrimp Tempura, Mango, Asparagus and Avocado; and a Dynamite Roll ($10.99) which is Fried Shrimp, Avocado, Cucumber and Crab - fried on the outside with spicy mayo and two other chef's special sauces. These rolls had 6-8 pieces each, and were full of ingredients, so we thought the prices were fair.

Here's a pic from my crappy camera phone: http://www.flickr.com/photos/23015756@N04/2705534578/

My favorite was the Dynamite Roll, JC's was the Kona Roll. We ate every last bit of these rolls --- they were all great. We finished our meal with Chef John's Fruit Sushi ($3.99)...which was a regular roll (only 2 pieces) with apples and peaches cut up with some berry sauce drizzled on top. This was just okay, as they used the same rice from the regular rolls (that had toasted sesame seeds) so the bitterness threw the sweetness of the fruit/sauce all out-of-whack.

After taxes, our ticket came to $82.79. Thankfully I had a $50 gift certificate so it wasn't such an expensive date.

We will probably go back to Sushi on the Rocks --- and if you like sushi, you should try it too. Hopefully they clean out the water feature before-hand. It smelled doubly-bad when we left.

Hope you enjoyed! I can't wait to try the Sushi Bar at the POLY when we're there in September!

See you at the Dis-Meet!

[scarlett873]

Count on two more adults! DGf(Susan) and I will be there. :woohoo:

Any chance of "linking" to calypso's 2pm Dole Whip for Bawb meet, since it's happening the same day? Speakerphone at least....Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhh noooooooooooooooooooo...it's JaKim!!! :rotfl:

This is going to be so much fun!! We'll get to meet several of the podcast cruisers too!! We'll all be old friends by the time this cruise finally rolls around!

[ADP]

We will probably go back to Sushi on the Rocks --- and if you like sushi, you should try it too. Hopefully they clean out the water feature before-hand. It smelled doubly-bad when we left.

Hope you enjoyed! I can't wait to try the Sushi Bar at the POLY when we're there in September!

See you at the Dis-Meet!

Thanks for the review Katie. DW Kim isn't big on fish, but if I get the shot sometime when I'm downtown I'll give it a try.

Another place which just opened up a few months ago downtown is called Fogo de Chao. It's a Brazillian restaurant where they serve you meats from the skewers. I've dined there in Downtown Chicago and just loved it. I can't wait to try it in downtown Indy.

Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhh noooooooooooooooooooo...it's JaKim!!! :rotfl:

This is going to be so much fun!! We'll get to meet several of the podcast cruisers too!! We'll all be old friends by the time this cruise finally rolls around!

Agree Brandie. It will be great to meet the cruisers. Just meeting everyone from the area (or should I say region) will be fantastic. I think the "birthday" cake you are bringing may turn into the size of a wedding cake. :laughing: Did you see the special on the Food Network "Pixar Cakes"? :laughing:

[scarlett873]

Yep...I watch all of the cake specials! Actually, one of my instructors was on one of those challenges once! :)

I'm beginning to run through ideas for potential cakes now...not entirely sure what i'm gonna do yet! I'll come up with something...

[westjones]

OH I hate this! It looks like we will have a volleyball commitment that day, so we are going to have to drop out. I am bummed! There is a small chance we will be able to come, but it is best to take us off the list and not count on us. I am SO sorry! Once kids get in high school it seems like they have so many commitments it isn't funny. It was so much easier when they were young.

I hope you guys have a great meet. And just maybe (but probably not) we will be able to pop in!

Debra

(Oh, I should ask, is it OK, to just show up....we really won't know until that day depending on how things go and when volleyball is over and it would be totally a last minute thing. Would that be a problem?)

[MenashaCorp]

Yep...I watch all of the cake specials! Actually, one of my instructors was on one of those challenges once! :)

I'm beginning to run through ideas for potential cakes now...not entirely sure what i'm gonna do yet! I'll come up with something...


Are you familiar with the Mardis Gras King Cake concept? Finding the baby?

You could make a cistern cake and whoever finds Will (another Hoosier!!) gets a prize or is crowned King/Queen! :rotfl:

[ADP]

Oh, I should ask, is it OK, to just show up....we really won't know until that day depending on how things go and when volleyball is over and it would be totally a last minute thing. Would that be a problem?)

That would be totally fine Debra. By the way, I'm getting ready to post the official meet time. We will have the space all day, so the meet time will be from 2:00PM until 7:00PM. If you can make it please just drop in. We may go past 7:00PM if folks wish to stay longer.

[UrsulasShadow]

Are you familiar with the Mardis Gras King Cake concept? Finding the baby?

You could make a cistern cake and whoever finds Will (another Hoosier!!) gets a prize or is crowned King/Queen! :rotfl:

Or you could crown them "Ursula". Ahhh, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.;)

[MenashaCorp]

Or you could crown them "Ursula". Ahhh, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.;)

Particularly if :cake: is involved :teeth:



No one else could ever be crowned "Ursula" ;)

[scarlett873]

No one else could ever be crowned "Ursula" ;) Here, here! There is only one Ursula!!














And i'm pretty sure that Will is happy about that! :lmao:

[ADP]

Hi Everyone,

A couple of announcements as we draw closer to the meet.

> The time of the meet has been posted. 2:00PM until 7:00PM. We have the space all day so I believe we can stay later if enough people are interested.

> Once you know what you can bring to the meet for your pitch-in item please let me know and I will update the intial post with the information.

> Also, if any of you are interested I thought we could jump in the chat room on Tuesday night August 5th from 9:00PM until 10:00 or 10:30PM to discuss planning for the meet. The chat room will be open to discuss trip planning, but I don't think it will be a problem discussing our meet. Click on the chat link above and login to participate.

Thanks!

[MerriePoppins]

Or you could crown them "Ursula". Ahhh, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.;)


And flattery gets you.........:thumbsup2

[MenashaCorp]

And flattery gets you.........:thumbsup2

Does it? Lovely fish avatar!! Want an extender?? ;)

(Before anyone freaks, I know her a bit.....) ;)

[World Bouncer]

Hi there from Farmland....

Count our family in for this ... sounds like great fun!!!

There will be 5 of us, 2 adults and 3 DD (2)(15)(17).

This will help us maintain our sanity until our trip in September!

We will definately bring something, but not sure what yet, will post when we know!

[scarlett873]

Does it? Lovely fish avatar!! Want an extender?? ;)

(Before anyone freaks, I know her a bit.....) ;)
:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

[jennz]

Live chat sounds good, do you just click on that "chat" button?

[ADP]

Live chat sounds good, do you just click on that "chat" button?

Yup...Click on chat, login with your board name and password, and click on the chat room bar to enter. You're in!

[me277]

Please count us in for our 1st DIS meet! :cool1:

DH - Mark
Me - Lisa

We are friends with Jennz and family. I don't know what I'm bringing yet. I'll think about it and post again.

Thanks!

[ADP]

Hi there from Farmland....

Count our family in for this ... sounds like great fun!!!

There will be 5 of us, 2 adults and 3 DD (2)(15)(17).

This will help us maintain our sanity until our trip in September!

We will definately bring something, but not sure what yet, will post when we know!

Let's see...Farmland, IN is just east of Muncie I believe.

Please count us in for our 1st DIS meet! :cool1:

DH - Mark
Me - Lisa

We are friends with Jennz and family. I don't know what I'm bringing yet. I'll think about it and post again.

Thanks!

All the way from South Bend! Awesome!

Looking forward to seeing both of your families at the meet.

[Tink&Belle's Mom]

Just found this thread. Bad news - we won't be able to attend. Good news - we'll be leaving for Disney World on Aug. 30th!

Hope you all have a great time! :wizard:

How funny, Betsy! I could have typed this exact thing, except with the date changed to Aug. 29! What struck me funniest is--We live in Avon, too! Small World, huh?

It sounds like so much fun--hope everyone has a great time!

[Sooze]

How funny, Betsy! I could have typed this exact thing, except with the date changed to Aug. 29! What struck me funniest is--We live in Avon, too! Small World, huh?

It sounds like so much fun--hope everyone has a great time!


Hey! Another Avon-ite! I live in Avon as well! :) I guess I'll be representin' while the rest of you go visit Mickey...:confused3

[MerriePoppins]

And flattery gets you.........:thumbsup2

Does it? Lovely fish avatar!! Want an extender?? ;)

(Before anyone freaks, I know her a bit.....) ;)


You are soooooo bad !! :blush: :blush: :blush:

[mommyceratops]

What I snooze and Ursuala shows up?! Mindy are you coming? Do you live in Indiana?!

Is Will coming?

Ok I am like John there is getting to many people?! ;) I might have to find a harp and hide in a corner...

[UrsulasShadow]

What I snooze and Ursuala shows up?! Mindy are you coming? Do you live in Indiana?!

Is Will coming?

Ok I am like John there is getting to many people?! ;) I might have to find a harp and hide in a corner...

Nahhhh, I just like crashing other people's threads.

If you're lucky, I'll hijack it for you....

[wdwchamp]

How funny, Betsy! I could have typed this exact thing, except with the date changed to Aug. 29! What struck me funniest is--We live in Avon, too! Small World, huh?

It sounds like so much fun--hope everyone has a great time!

Same here, I leave for WDW on Aug. 29 to AKL. I live in Brownsburg. What time is your flight? I'm on Airtran 7:00 AM flight.

[Bunchkin]

Hi! :wave2:

I'm a regular Chicago meet DISer. In fact I've planned quite a few of them.
Just ask Dan! Hi Dan!! :wave2:

I'm considering joining in on the fun with all you Indiana DISers at your meet.....that is if you'll have another Chicago area DISer! ;)

Can anyone give me info on hotels in the area?
I was looking at Hotwire for a hotel near the meet location and they have the surrounding area broken down. But not knowing the areas listed I'm not sure what is best. I was looking at staying in the Keystone/Carmel or Fishers/NE Indianapolis area. What do you all think of either of those??
Any help you could give would be great.


If I do go, it will probably be myself, DD 10 and DS 6. DH will probably be working.
And we would for sure pitch-in anywhere we can!! :banana:

[Dan Murphy]

That would be cool, Nicole!! :cool1: :wave2: Hope you can make it!! :woohoo: The Indy meets have always been good, and this one is looking like a BIG one, like some of the old Chicago meets. :yay:

I go there to Indy most every year for the Nationals (NHRA) and have stayed a number of times along 465 on the north end of town. Several times near Carmel. This time I am staying at the Keystone Sheraton, using some points along with cash. That is on the north end of 465 also. I have not really even looked as to where the meet is, other than I know it is around Indy somewhere, LOL. :drive: Actually, looking at a Google map, I would say I have stayed in the Castleton area most often, and the 465/431 area.

[jennz]

Bunchkin - the Fishers/NE area is closer to the meet, I'm guessing a hotel from that area will put you right off of 69 between 82nd street and 116th somewhere which is about 5 miles from where the meet is. Keystone/Carmel is also nice though, and that would be about 10 - 12 miles from the meet (just guessing). Either one is one would be great. Both have malls close by if that's important to you - Keystone is more upscale but the Castleton mall (Fishers/NE area) has a Disney Store.:thumbsup2

[scarlett873]

Bunchkin...the more the merrier!!

There are a few hotels in the Noblesville area, but I might be more inclined to stay in the Fishers/Castleton area. There are some nice hotels right off of I-69 at the 96th Street exit. There is a brand new mall (no Disney Store though) off of exit 10, but no hotels yet. There's an AWESOME movie theater right there with an IMAX screen. The Castleton mall has the Disney Store and that's down on 82nd Street. There are some hotels in the Carmel/Keystone area also...there's the Fashion Mall which is more upscale, but there is a Cheesecake Factory there too!

[ADP]

Hi Bunchkin

That's super if you could make it. What Jennz and Scarlett both said are right on! The hotels just off of 96th st. and I-69 would be closer to the meet site. The hotels at Keystone at the Crossing are a little larger and have more shopping and dining choices. One of those locations would definately suit your needs. Let us know if you want specific hotel names. I believe there is a Holiday Inn Express at 96th and I-69 that is nice and convenient.

[KAPTink]

I'm so sad! Well, maybe not *that * sad.. I'd love to meet other disers from Indy!! DH and I will be on a long-awaited adults only trip to Disney over that weekend to celebrate our 15th anniversary. Bummer...I hope you all have a GREAT time!!

[MenashaCorp]

I'm so sad! Well, maybe not *that * sad.. I'd love to meet other disers from Indy!! DH and I will be on a long-awaited adults only trip to Disney over that weekend to celebrate our 15th anniversary. Bummer...I hope you all have a GREAT time!!

If you'll be in WDW that weekend, you might try to catch calypso*a*go-go's "Have a Dole Whip for Bawb" meet at Aloha Isle @2pm (Aug 30).

If you look at the BAWB/Dole Whip tribute thread in the podcast forum, calypso's signature shows this date/time. You could PM her or post there... We hope to "link" the Indy meet with the Aloha Isle meet perhaps by phone...

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1812243&page=13

:thumbsup2 :goodvibes

Or here, the new "official thread" for the Aloha Isle meet:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1885956

[MenashaCorp]

OK, I really messed that one up...

Aug 30 at 2pm. Hope you read the corrected date/time.. :goodvibes

[ADP]

Hi Everyone,

Just a reminder about chat this Tuesday evening, August 5th at 9:00PM until 10:30PM.

> Click on the chat link above
> login with your DIS screen name and password
> Click on the room bar to enter

I'm not sure how many folks will be in chat that night discussing trip planning. It won't be just us Indy meet DISers.

If you've never used chat before the screen can move rather quickly. Make sure your chat screen is full screen. It helps with reading the text.

Also, the chat room closes automatically at 10:30PM.

[MenashaCorp]

Hi Everyone,

Just a reminder about chat this Tuesday evening, August 5th at 9:00PM until 10:30PM.

> Click on the chat link above
> login with your DIS screen name and password
> Click on the room bar to enter

I'm not sure how many folks will be in chat that night discussing trip planning. It won't be just us Indy meet DISers.

If you've never used chat before the screen can move rather quickly. Make sure your chat screen is full screen. It helps with reading the text.

Also, the chat room closes automatically at 10:30PM.

Another thing that helps is finding the "Options" button at the top of the chat window once logged in, then selecting "display speaker and message in a single line." This effectively cuts the speed in half. :goodvibes

[me277]

Aaron:

I have my menu item planned! Mark and I will be bringing Tusker House Corn Chowder.

Thanks!
Lisa

[Bunchkin]

Thanks for all your help in the hotel info.
Unfortunatly, we won't be able to make it now.
Like most things around here plans have changed....already. :rolleyes:
Since it's closing in on the end of summer, we are trying to get some activities squeezed into the calendar. We are taking DS to the new Lego Discovery Center on the 30th and taking DD to one of the last performances at the American Girl Place theatre that weekend too.


I appreciate all your help though! And I'll keep an eye out for plans for next year's meet!! I love meets!! :love:
Have a great meet everyone!! :cool1:

[ncsjodi]

Thanks for all your help in the hotel info.
Unfortunatly, we won't be able to make it now.
Like most things around here plans have changed....already. :rolleyes:
Since it's closing in on the end of summer, we are trying to get some activities squeezed into the calendar. We are taking DS to the new Lego Discovery Center on the 30th and taking DD to one of the last performances at the American Girl Place theatre that weekend too.


I appreciate all your help though! And I'll keep an eye out for plans for next year's meet!! I love meets!! :love:
Have a great meet everyone!! :cool1:

We just went to AG Place in July and I'm so glad we decided to go to the theatre. It was awesome!!! I'm so sad that they're closing it. :sad2:

[ADP]

Aaron:

I have my menu item planned! Mark and I will be bringing Tusker House Corn Chowder.

Thanks!
Lisa

Ohhh...This sounds very good!

Bunchkin - Sorry you won't be able to make it. Take care and check back next year. :)

[World Bouncer]

This event has given me something closer to count down to...LOL:rotfl2:

I will bring pins to trade... any other pin traders out there?

[Minnie Squeaks]

OOO this is gonna be soo much fun!!
My dad(World Bouncer)^^ has already posted saying that we are coming and he is also very excited about it!!:woohoo: :rolleyes: lol
Cant wait to meet some fellow DISers and Hoosiers!!!!:) :banana:

[simzac]

Something I thought of today that I haven't seen posted in the thread. Is there any charge for the facilities at the fairgrounds for our meet?

[MenashaCorp]

OOO this is gonna be soo much fun!!
My dad(World Bouncer)^^ has already posted saying that we are coming and he is also very excited about it!!:woohoo: :rolleyes: lol
Cant wait to meet some fellow DISers and Hoosiers!!!!:) :banana:

I can't wait to meet your Dad!! He looks just like my favorite cartoonist and Theme Park creator!! ;)

[jennz]

World Bouncer - are you trading for fun or for collecting? I doubt we have any "good" pins to trade but we'd be up for some trading.:thumbsup2

[sunshinegirl]

I just got some really cute giveaways in the mail today to go with the prizes that I pledged to ADP. I'm so excited!

[World Bouncer]

I can't wait to meet your Dad!! He looks
just like my favorite cartoonist and Theme Park creator!! ;)

:rotfl:

World Bouncer - are you trading for fun or for collecting? I doubt we have any "good" pins to trade but we'd be up for some trading.:thumbsup2

Mostly just for fun, I have a few that are a bit serious, but not too much!

Too serious and it is no longer fun!;)

[ADP]

Something I thought of today that I haven't seen posted in the thread. Is there any charge for the facilities at the fairgrounds for our meet?

There will be no charge to the folks attending the meet for the facility. All we ask is you bring a pitch-in item. :)

There maybe some events during the meet which might require money. Those plans are still being made. Your participation will be optional.

[jennz]

Has anyone tried to go to the chat? I can't get in, it says the room is closed...:confused3

[ADP]

Has anyone tried to go to the chat? I can't get in, it says the room is closed...:confused3

For some reason the chat room is closed tonight. Not sure why. It was scheduled to be open. Looks like we will have to try it some other time.

[UrsulasShadow]

Hey, why don't you guys meet in Chatzy?
http://www.chatzy.com/263666951000

[jennz]

Darn it - okay. I was hoping to get some info on things you might need, help setting up etc, stuff to bring besides food...as well as was looking forward to getting to "know" the Indy people a little bit.

Thanks for the post!

[ADP]

Hey, why don't you guys meet in Chatzy?
http://www.chatzy.com/263666951000

Thanks Mindy! We may use it in the future. It might be too late now. If anyone's still around feel free to use the link and jump into the chat room.

[Minnie Squeaks]

I can't wait to meet your Dad!! He looks just like my favorite cartoonist and Theme Park creator!! ;)

:rotfl: :rotfl:
maybe thats why i love disney sooo much:rotfl: lol

[Politzania]

Well, DH and I are still not 100% sure of our plans, but are leaning towards being there. Will bring some sort of fruit - apples, peaches, melons or something like that.

[ADP]

Well, DH and I are still not 100% sure of our plans, but are leaning towards being there. Will bring some sort of fruit - apples, peaches, melons or something like that.

Hey Tracey, this would be great! Looking forward to meeting you guys.

[kathyseb]

Sorry folks, but Ron and I are going to bail.

We pretty much spend our working days in Indpls. I just found out this week I will be down there for a month. The last thing I want to do is come home on Friday and head right back down. Even for a Disney Meet.

Sorry. Maybe next time.


Kathy

[World Bouncer]

Hello all

Just wanted to make the announcement that there will be a raffle/auction taking place during the event.

These activities are totally optional and just for the enjoyment of those who wish to participate.

I have received items from several sources for this activity and would like to thank you all for your responses! :thanks: :thanks: :thanks:

If anyone has a further interest in helping with this activity... please send me an email or PM.

See everyone very soon!

[ADP]

Hi Everyone,

Anyone who wishes to volunteer to help setup and tear down the space at the meet please post here or send me a PM. We would be setting up tables and chairs, covering tables, and hanging some decorations. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

The plan is to start setting up the space at 10:30AM. We will probably start the clean up at around 7:30 or 8:00PM.

Anyone who wishes to drop something off at the meet earlier than the 2:00PM start time please feel free to do so after 10:30AM on August 30th.

Thanks! :)

[jennz]

Wow I can't believe just 2 weeks away...it seems like this has been in the planning stages forever!

Aaron - we can help you set up, I'm not sure about cleaning up though.

It's fun to see what everyone is bringing to eat.:thumbsup2

DD Sarah was going to have a drawing class like they have at the Studios...is there enough interest out there for it?

[scarlett873]

I can't promise that i'll be much help in decorating...i'm sure i'll be frantic over my cake! Assuming everything goes to plan, and I have no issues with my cake, then i'll be more than happy to help out!

I think i've figured out my design and my flavors, but i'll leave it as a surprise! :)

See y'all in 2 weeks!!

[disrailfan]

I would like to bring my CamCorder and record all of us saying hello to the podcast team. Then I will compile the video / audio and send it to the Dis/Podcast crew. I just thought about this today and did not know if someone already had this idea as I have not been keeping up with all of the posts.

Let me know your thoughts. ;)

[ADP]

Aaron - we can help you set up, I'm not sure about cleaning up though.

DD Sarah was going to have a drawing class like they have at the Studios...is there enough interest out there for it?

Thanks Jenn, that would be great! I definately think it would be a fantastic idea to conduct the drawing class!

I think i've figured out my design and my flavors, but i'll leave it as a surprise! :)

Oooohhh! I love surprises!

I would like to bring my CamCorder and record all of us saying hello to the podcast team. Then I will compile the video / audio and send it to the Dis/Podcast crew. I just thought about this today and did not know if someone already had this idea as I have not been keeping up with all of the posts.

Let me know your thoughts. ;)

I think it would be a great idea. I was going to bring my digital camera and take photos of the meet and post them here. Having video would be awesome!

[UrsulasShadow]

Geez, I'M excited, and I'm not even going to be there!

Sounds like fun!

[calypso*a*go-go]

Geez, I'M excited, and I'm not even going to be there!

Sounds like fun!

Me too...I wish I could find something fun to do that day...:rolleyes1

[MenashaCorp]

Aw, c'mon, Mindy... Indy isn't THAT far from Mass!!!

I promise you'll be treated better than the Nov 2 visitors from New England. ;) :teeth:

[ADP]

Me too...I wish I could find something fun to do that day...:rolleyes1

:laughing: :rotfl:
I'm looking into my crystal ball and I see food, fun, and adventure in your future. :wizard:

[Dan Murphy]

2 weeks!! :cool1: :woohoo:

[UrsulasShadow]

Aw, c'mon, Mindy... Indy isn't THAT far from Mass!!!

I promise you'll be treated better than the Nov 2 visitors from New England. ;) :teeth:

That's it...I'm not coming now.


However, I will send a bunch of my sizeable friends to have a little redemptive chat with your sizeable friends...

[JCandKT]

my nephew just flew back to Boston after being out here in Indy for the weekend... and it's only a 2 hour flight... so Mindy, we'll see you here in a few weeks, right?

[FairyGodmotherJen]

We'd like to join in! It will be me (Jen), DH (Bryan) and DD (7), DS (4) and DS (4 mo.). I'm trying to convince DSIL, who's also on these boards, to drive down from NW Indiana to join us, but I haven't gotten her convinced yet. :) At most, it'd be two more people. Either she or I will let you know if they decide to come. We'll bring a fruit/veggie platter and some cookies or brownies (I'm not very decisive today, am I???) ;)

Looking forward to it! We'll be five days out from our trip that day, so this will really help us keep up the excitement!

[Luckymomoftwo]

We'd like to join in! It will be me (Jen), DH (Bryan) and DD (7), DS (4) and DS (4 mo.). I'm trying to convince DSIL, who's also on these boards, to drive down from NW Indiana to join us, but I haven't gotten her convinced yet. :) At most, it'd be two more people. Either she or I will let you know if they decide to come. We'll bring a fruit/veggie platter and some cookies or brownies (I'm not very decisive today, am I???) ;)

Looking forward to it! We'll be five days out from our trip that day, so this will really help us keep up the excitement!

We're driving down from NW Indiana...tell your DSIL to help us represent this corner of the state!! :laughing:

[FairyGodmotherJen]

We're driving down from NW Indiana...tell your DSIL to help us represent this corner of the state!! :laughing:

You're actually pretty close to them - in fact, my DH was born in Hobart. :) I'll keep working on them...

[crazydisneyman]

ADP,

We are bringing a crockpot of yummy meatballs.

Thanks,

Chris

[simzac]

Just checked weather.com. Still 10 days out, but the forecast right now calls for sunny and 83:goodvibes

[jennz]

Does anyone drive a with Denali w/stickers of a disney family of 5 + 1 dog and a DVC hitch cover? I was behind this leaving the NMS yesterday (Wednesday).

Just thought I'd check...:hippie:

[World Bouncer]

ONE MORE WEEK

:dancer: :dancer: :dancer: :dancer: :dancer:

[MenashaCorp]

That's it...I'm not coming now.


However, I will send a bunch of my sizeable friends to have a little redemptive chat with your sizeable friends...


Wow. This is so politely, succinctly, almost poetically stated that it hardly seems a vicious threat!! :rotfl: Well done!!:goodvibes