Indianapolis DIS Meet - 2nd Annual - All Welcome

[ADP]

Welcome to the 2nd annual Indianapolis Labor Day Weekend DIS Meet Thread

Hi Everyone,

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

Last Labor Day weekend 2008 we held our first annual Indianapolis DIS meet. Approximately 80 Disney fans attended from as far as Northeast Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan, Chicago, IL, and all over Indiana.

Here is the link to last year's thread and meet pictures.
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1845798&highlight=Indianapolis+DIS+Meet

The intent of the meet is to get to know other Disney enthusiasts like us and have some fun and laughs along the way. Like last year there will be no cost to attend this meet. We just ask that you bring a pitch-in item for the food table.

This meet is open to anyone willing to drive or even fly to the Indianapolis area. We'd love to have you join us. I'm hopeful to have several Hoosiers and other friends from other states join us in the Indianapolis area. If enough out-of-town guests join us we may have additional activities on the Sunday following the meet.

Please see below for meet information and details. Check this thread often for future details. We are planning an afternoon worth of fun Disney activities for kids and adults alike, prize drawings, contests and even some secret fun! We'll have more specific information 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!

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 Meet Information
Date: Saturday, September 5th 2009
Time: 1:00PM - 6:00PM
Food: Pitch-In Format. Please post what you can bring so we don't duplicate dishes. Feel free to bring dishes you'd find at Disney World restaurants
Where: Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds - O.V. Winks Building
2003 Pleasant St
Noblesville, IN 46060-3627
Facility Information
http://www.hamiltoncofairgrounds.com/ovWinks.html
Directions to the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Noblesville&state=IN&address=2003+Pleasant+Street&zipcode=46060

Give Kids the World Village of Central Florida
The DIS is a contributor to Give Kids the World Village of Central Florida. We will be conducting a few activities during the meet where the proceeds will go to benefit this wonderful charity on behalf of the DIS.
To find out more about this wonderful organization click here.
http://www.gktw.org/
There will be some great auction items to bid on. Some of the items may draw high bids or require higher minimum bids. Please come prepared if you wish to bid on these items to benefit Give Kids the World Village.
Some of the auction items will include:
7-night stay at the Sheraton Vistana Resort located just outside of Walt Disney World
Disney World Merchandise
DIS Unplugged Podcast items

Kids Activities: (Looking for Adult Voluntears)
Face Painting (jennz)
Disney Animation Drawing Class (Sarah)
Coloring (ADP)
Hula Hoop (ADP)
Disney Bingo (Noni)
Kidcot Fun Stop (ADP)
Kids Trivia Challenge (tentative)
Please post additional ideas for kids activites

Pin Trading Activities
Please feel free to bring your Disney pins for pin trading opportunities. There will be a table setup for pin displaying and trading during the meet. Whether you are a casual or serious pin trader feel free to share and trade them with your fellow Disney enthusiasts.

Prizes
Like last year prizes will be awarded at the top of each hour. You must be present to win.

Group Dinner at Dave & Busters
The evening of Friday, Sept. 4th we will be holding a group dinner at Dave & Busters on the northeast side of Indianapolis. Dave & Busters has a large restaurant, bar, and arcade for adults and children. The dinner will start at 7:30PM and will go until whenever. If you need to arrive late that is ok; however, we will start the dinner at 7:30PM. I will make a reservation for 20 and if we get more interest I'll increase the reservation number. Please post if you plan on attending this dinner and I'll start a list so I know how many are coming.
Date: Friday Evening Sept. 4th
Time: 7:30PM - ?
Where: Dave & Busters - Northeast Side of Indianapolis
Restaurant Information
www.daveandbusters.com
Map and address to the restaurant
http://maps.yahoo.com/;_ylc=X3oDMTE...%20Indianapolis%2C%20IN%2046250&gid1=15929606
Attending the Group Dinner:
ADP - Aaron, Kim & Anna (9)
tlcoke - Tracey
shellyminnie - Shelly
A.Mickey - Shannon & Jason (aaronmckie)
Scarlett873 - Brandie & Matthew
WanttobeaCMagain - Kevin & Lucy
crazydisneyman - Chris, Kim, & Ginny (2)
jeanigor - Todd
Tonya2426 - Tonya

Attending the meet so far:
ADP - Aaron, Kim & Anna (9) - All paper products & beverages
A.Mickey - Shannon & Jason (aaronmckie)
Mommyceratops - Kim, DH, DS 6 & 9 - Dessert
MenashaCorp - Jason & Susan (merripoppins) - Something with Pineapple
Scarlett873 - Brandie & Matthew - Cake & Salad
crazydisneyman - Chris, Kim, & Ginny (2)
shellyminnie - Shelly
DisneySunflower - The Neal Family - Sunflower, DH, DD (12), DD (8), & DS (4) - Veggie Pasta Salad
tlcoke - Tracey - Dessert
Stopher1 - Chris, DW Julie and 3 kids 13, 10 & 5
maiziezoe - Ann, DH, DD (12), DS (4) & DD (2)
Disneypirate85 - Shawn, Heather, & 3 DKs (15), (13) & (9) - Chicken
Squidrific - Caroline & DD
maddiesmom0116 - Shannon & DD
belle8306 - Shelley & Tim
FairyGodmotherJen Jen, Bryan & 3 Kids (8) (5) & (1)
Sooze - Susie, Matt, Tyson (9) & Shaelyn (3) - fruit pizza and broccoli/cauliflower salad
Jennz - Jennifer, Andy & Sarah (11) - Kona Sticky Wings
jeanigor - Todd
jacksmomma - Jacksmomma, DH & DS - Tomato Pie
bradfol31 - bradfol31, DD (9), DS (9) & Dad - Macaron or Potato Salad
mousehouselover - Noni, DH & DKids (16) (15) (13) - Main Dish
mmeb144 - Marie, DH & DD14 - Sandwiches
insoin - Scott & Brother-In-Law - Chips & Queso
sunshinegirl - Tricia, Kevin, Jillian DD (8), & Cassie DD (6)
WanttobeaCMagain - Kevin & Lucy - Spaghetti Casserole
Brumeiser - Kevin, DW, & DC(7) - Sliced Ham
melanieRN - Melanie, DC(18), (15), (14), & (11) - Potato Casserole & Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Tonya2426 - Tonya - Fried Chicken
disrailfan - Milford & Shawn - Melon Fruit Trays

Total Number Attending - 89

 

[A.Mickey]

We will be there, Jason (aaronmckie) and I!
We don't know what we will be contributing to the food table just yet.

 

[Serena]

Hey, I have a new job and still work saturdays. But I get off work at 6pm. If we could have a later meet I'd love to come.

 

[ADP]

We will be there, Jason (aaronmckie) and I!
We don't know what we will be contributing to the food table just yet.

Awesome! I'll add you guys to the list. Looking forward to seeing you!

Hey, I have a new job and still work saturdays. But I get off work at 6pm. If we could have a later meet I'd love to come.

The meet will probably be in the afternoon and go into the evening. I'll have more of an idea of the exact time when we get closer to the meet.

 

[mommyceratops]

As of right now we are coming! DH, 2DS 6 and 9.

Last year my job interfered, I am incredibly busy that time of year - but as of right now I am unemployed due to budget cuts for next year so count me in! Could this be the bright side to not having a job?!

I will let you know what we will bring as of right now I am thinking of this yummy carmel brownie dessert.

We planned a picnic for school this year and had everyone bring their own drinks, plates and utensils. It cut down on cost/less planning for us too...just throwing that out there for you.

 

[MenashaCorp]

We're there, Aaron. Susan and I wouldn't miss it.

I'll at least bring the same as last year, and I'll PM you with some ideas if that's OK; particularly with GKTW fund-raising.

Any help you need, please just ask.

 

[ADP]

As of right now we are coming! DH, 2DS 6 and 9.

Last year my job interfered, I am incredibly busy that time of year - but as of right now I am unemployed due to budget cuts for next year so count me in! Could this be the bright side to not having a job?!

I will let you know what we will bring as of right now I am thinking of this yummy carmel brownie dessert.

We planned a picnic for school this year and had everyone bring their own drinks, plates and utensils. It cut down on cost/less planning for us too...just throwing that out there for you.

Super Kim! I hope you guys can make it. Sorry about the whole job thing. If you need anything please feel free to PM me.

We're there, Aaron. Susan and I wouldn't miss it.

I'll at least bring the same as last year, and I'll PM you with some ideas if that's OK; particularly with GKTW fund-raising.

Any help you need, please just ask.

Thanks Jason! I'm open to any ideas so please feel free to PM me. 5 times a day if you want. The more ideas and participation we have the better the meet will be.

 

[scarlett873]

You know that you can count on DH and I to be there!

And I lay claims to dessert! Not sure what form dessert will be in just yet...but i've got dessert covered!

 

[Dodie]

As you know, we won't be able to attend because we'll be at WDW that weekend, but I've added a link to my signature to help you recruit folks! Last year's meet ROCKED!

 

[ADP]

You know that you can count on DH and I to be there!

And I lay claims to dessert! Not sure what form dessert will be in just yet...but i've got dessert covered!

It wouldn't be the same without you guys!

I'm sure whatever you make for dessert it will be wonderful!

As you know, we won't be able to attend because we'll be at WDW that weekend, but I've added a link to my signature to help you recruit folks! Last year's meet ROCKED!

Thanks Dodie! We'll miss you at the meet my friend, but I'm sure we can come up with something to make sure you are included.

 

[crazydisneyman]

You know I will be there.

I will let you know who else is coming later.

I can't wait to see what Paul has planned.

 

[Dan Murphy]

Aaron.

Looks like a plan!! I hope to be there again this year, do not as yet have my tickets for the Nationals, but should soon.

How about your mom and dad, are they coming too?

Last year was great.

 

[ADP]

You know I will be there.

I will let you know who else is coming later.

I can't wait to see what Paul has planned.

Thanks Chris, but shouldn't you be at Hollywood Studios right about now?
Thanks for checking in!

Aaron.

Looks like a plan!! I hope to be there again this year, do not as yet have my tickets for the Nationals, but should soon.

How about your mom and dad, are they coming too?

Last year was great.

Hi Dan!
I hope you can make it! Yes, they will be there again. They enjoyed it so much last year they can't wait for it again. I'll tell them you are probably coming. They will be delighted to hear it.

 

[Hpyhiker]

We had lunch with Cocowum and Launchpad11B in the Palo on PCC 1.0. We will be driving from Birmingham, AL to Minneapolis in our motorhome during that week. We have to be in Minneapolis on the morning of the 9th for a Navy Reunion and are planning to stop in Indianapolis for the DIS meet on the 5th.

Question --- can we park our motorhome on the fairgrounds for 2 nights, 4th and 5th? We are fully self-contained so we don't require any facilities except a level and secure location.

Darrel (Hpyhiker) and Jo

 

[ADP]

We had lunch with Cocowum and Launchpad11B in the Palo on PCC 1.0. We will be driving from Birmingham, AL to Minneapolis in our motorhome during that week. We have to be in Minneapolis on the morning of the 9th for a Navy Reunion and are planning to stop in Indianapolis for the DIS meet on the 5th.

Question --- can we park our motorhome on the fairgrounds for 2 nights, 4th and 5th? We are fully self-contained so we don't require any facilities except a level and secure location.

Darrel (Hpyhiker) and Jo

Hi Darrel,
I'm so glad you can make it! There is an outside chance Paul, Alicia, and Jen maybe able to come to the meet. We'll see.

As far as the motorhome I'll ask for you. I'm going to the fairgrounds this Friday so I'll ask for you and see what they say. I'm going to guess it may not be ok, but I will ask and let you know.

Looking forward to seeing you guys. I don't think we met on the cruise. I apologize, but I'm sure we will meet in Indy in September.

 

[shellyminnie]

Call me crazy, but I'm coming.

Just booked my flight!!

 

[ADP]

Call me crazy, but I'm coming.

Just booked my flight!!

Woo!
Ok...Let me get this right. You live an hour from Disney World and you are coming to a meet in Indianapolis centered around Disney World! Is this the "Bazzaro World" or what?!

This is so awesome Shelly! As I said before you are welcome to stay with us for as long as you'd like. Let me know what else I can do? Would you need a ride to and from the Indy airport?

 

[shellyminnie]

Woo!
Ok...Let me get this right. You live an hour from Disney World and you are coming to a meet in Indianapolis centered around Disney World! Is this the "Bazzaro World" or what?!

This is so awesome Shelly! As I said before you are welcome to stay with us for as long as you'd like. Let me know what else I can do? Would you need a ride to and from the Indy airport?

I know, it's crazy!!! I think it's more about the people than anything else. Plus I've never been to Indy and I love to go to new places so this should be an adventure.

I will probably be staying with you if you're sure you and Kim don't mind. I hear you have a big house.

I'm not sure what to do about renting a car yet. If we do things both Saturday and Sunday then I probably wouldn't need one, will I? I could just ride around with you guys if you don't mind. Right now I'm leaning towards not getting a car because it was kinda nice not to have to drive around Disney last week!! We'll see.

Thanks for everything!!! Let me know what I can do to help!!!

 

[dpuck1998]

Shelly, you are going to love Indy! Its a great city.

Ohh..I just confirmed that we will be there. If there is anything going on the day after I might be able to talk to wife into staying saturday night.

 

[vz9p57]

Aaron - Thanks for putting this together again. I think Tracey and I from the Disney, Indiana podcast are going to try to make it again this year!