Puros Y Vino Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Greetings folks. It's time to start thinking about a Toronto FOH Herf. Summer weather has arrived and we're looking to get the planning underway. In terms of dates, We'd be looking at whether people prefer Friday / Saturday / Sunday. There is a poll. Please note, Friday's and Saturdays will be hard to book or be very expensive. Given that patios are like gold to most venues we'd have to pay a lot to get exclusive use. For example. One venue I looked into last year wanted $11,000 for Saturday . But only $500 for the Sunday. HUGE difference. Our hobby is expensive enough, so we'll look to keep it affordable and reasonable. So, at this point let's see how many folks would be interested in attending. Once I get a good idea of the headcount I can use those numbers to negotiate with venues. I'm also asking if people would be willing to put down a deposit (let's say $20) to book the venue. That way I won't be 100% out of pocket on the venue deposit and that money will go towards the final cost of your ticket. Please note. I won't be collecting any money until we've got a solid number of attendees, a finalized date and a venue selected. Last year's herf was a big success. For our money we got some drinks included and dinner. Plus, we had exclusive use of the venue's patio. We did a series of raffles that went over very well and all proceeds went to charity. We plan on doing raffles and prizes again this year. We have to beat the Montreal Winter Herf's tally. Bragging rights are on the line! So. Please pick your preferred day. Majority will rule of course. If you want to bring non FOH members, please add a reply with how many people will be accompanying you. Otherwise the vote poll won't accurately reflect the true number. Cheers, Frank PS. In the coming weeks, I'll be updating the thread with additional details and polls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riazp Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 same place as last year? I hope so food was amazing, staff was exellent as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottierm Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Any Sunday starting from July 29 (included) for me, Frank. Do you need help for the organizing? Best, Michel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdlfoto Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Does Mambo lounge require a big premium for a Saturday? How we gonna get KIETHED on a Sunday?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 Does Mambo lounge require a big premium for a Saturday? How we gonna get KIETHED on a Sunday?! LOL. No. Mambo wasn't the $11K place. And yes, Saturdays' are better for getting KEITHED and for out of towners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottierm Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Ok, then every week-end starting July 29 is fine by me, then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottierm Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Do your utmost Shlomo! I'd like to meet you in person. Have a nice week-end! Michel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverickdrinker Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Just a suggestion. If you are expecting out of towners, I would only ask for the Saturday dates. That gives them time to arrive and time to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick17 Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 im in when ever it is! and ill be her to help out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riazp Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 dont worry i'll make sure to drag the montrealers to toronto for this event... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 Just a suggestion. If you are expecting out of towners, I would only ask for the Saturday dates. That gives them time to arrive and time to leave. For sure. I'm hoping that the voters see it that way too. We had a lot of trekkers make their way in. Montreal, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Detroit...Australia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brazoseagle Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 The Eagle might just have to fly North and make that one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottierm Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 And the Eagle will be warmly received! Michel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 And the Eagle will be warmly received! Michel Especially if he's on grill duty and smuggles in a barrel of 10YO Bourbon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottierm Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Bloody hell, Frank! The bourbon, I forgot about THE bourbon! Of course, we'll lick your toes if you bring some with you David! (I mean, if you are in the correct train of mind, of course!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 ! Of course, we'll lick your toes if you bring some with you David! . You're on your own on that one Michel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goalie204 Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 i like friday nights better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianbeaver Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I an in for pretty much any date and count me in for coffee and painting donations for the raffle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strada Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 dont worry i'll make sure to drag the montrealers to toronto for this event... SHOTGUN!!!!!!!! I will make sure to show up fellas! Frank if you need any help please let me know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 Gents. Those of you that have offered to help. I've got your names down! Believe me, there will be many tasks coming up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ophidion Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 How far is it from central NJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottierm Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Once you reach New York it is pretty fast! A week-end in Toronto, Kevin? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 How far is it from central NJ Flight? An hour? Driving? Not sure. 12-15 hours? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squarehead Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Very good idea Frank.I voted fo sundays but open for any other day.Friday's I might be a bit late due to the new job I'm starting and it is a day I would be working and that would be out of Brantford. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squarehead Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Flight? An hour? Driving? Not sure. 12-15 hours? 10hrs I guess.From NYC to Toronto it's a 8hr drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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