To "The Eagle"...
 

Off topice, but to The Eagle..Amen on giving up the the TIX. Funny what happens when "they are lucky to have you" turns into "you are lucky to have them". What they are doing down there is shameful. Gave ours up also...after years of buying the seats and "donating" an arm and a leg to park on Shea Field. Had enough....

The raffle....
 

Mrs. HC and I have an autographed hardbound of Harold Lyons book "Angling in the Smile of the Great Spirit" and some other goodies.....with all the press that is devoted to a criminal pro football player....we need to raise lotsa money to help protect our true pet friends and all animals.....
Looking forward to getting together with all the wonderful Festers and buying lotsa tickets for the raffle. :)

Mrs. N and I are planning to be there. I'll make a cake and try to bring something for the raffle.

Message from NHHS
 

I wanted to pass along the message I received from Marylee at NHHS with some photos of the Pet's of the week. I also want everyone out there to know they are doing an absolutely wonderful thing by supporting the NHHS with this years Forum Fest and we have our wonderful friend Quilt Lady to thank. I'm thinking I can make it this year and I will see what we can contribute to the raffle as well.

What would you folks think about the shelter bringing some of their adoptable pets to the forum? This is something the shelter commonly does for events they participate in. Thought I'd throw this out there and see if anyone is looking to add a new and wonderful fur baby to their family. I'll wait for a response before talking with the shelter about this.

Lisa
Thanks for letting me know.
I tried to email Quilt Lady but the site won't let me,
I am not logged on as a member.
Could you forward my comment
As the PR and Development Director of NHHS, having
just been advised by one of your members we are to be
the chosen charity for your event.
I wanted to thank eveyone for agreeing with the
choice.
As the only animal welfare organization operating in
Belknap County but one that is highly sought after, in
terms of help with animals how are no longer wanted,
abused, abondoned etc.. we so appreciate community
support.
I attach our two most current candidates who arrived
at the door last week. Perhaps you could cross post.
Of course, all the news fit to publish is indeed on
our website. www.nhhumane.org
I can be reached at 524-8236x309 thanks so very much.
Marylee

Going to try to make it
 

Well Hopefully all though this has not been an active year on the Forum for me I might just make it to Forum fest. It appears that the kaos that has been my life this year might just clear up enough to stop buy and say hi.... and finally put some names with Faces.....

How/where do you buy raffle tickets if you can not attend?

Thanks!

Smitty1

Smitty1
 

Last year there was a "presale" for tickets that was set up by Pepper.

I sure the committee that is doing the event this year will announce a way for folks that can't attend to purchase tickets.

Less than 2 weeks to go!
 

Last years "pre-buy" of raffle tickets was handled by Pepper. She used Waldo Pepper's Post Office box as the mailing address. I believe no one has offered a P.O. box for this years raffle and I, for one, am not willing to post my home address online for the world to see. Call me crazy but there are far too many weirdos out there (you know who you are).

Any other suggestions?

Other items needed for Forum Fest
 

We need some tables for the food and for the raffle items. If you are bringing one or more please reply here.

We need food... if you are bringing any please let us know what you are bringing.

We need someone to accept by mail raffle money for those who cannot attend.

Anyone else think of what else we need???

IG

Animals at ForumFest
 

That is a lovely offer... I think it could be a problem for anyone allergic or afraid of animals... and also in a public place. If you want to bring along pictures and descriptions that would be great!!!

Just my opinion
IG

I Agree
 

I think IG's right ... it's a very generous offer but photos and descriptions might work better.

Outlaw - any chance Marylee might like to stop by and say hello?

I have a PO Box at Weirs Beach that we can use for this but first we should decide how to do it.

Should we post a list of items so people could send their choice with their donation?

Shouldn't the quilt be $5 a ticket and the smaller items less?

Once these details are worked out we can start a new thread for the raffle and publish the PO Box address.

By the way, I'll donate 2 Destination Winnipesaukee DVDs and 2 Bizer charts.

Once again, timing is everything, and it's usually bad in my case. Just got back from the Lake last evening, and returning on 9/14 for the boat show weekend.

Have fun!

g

I will be there and I will have an appropriately themed shirt and fleece throw for the raffle.

Food - I was planning to bring something sweet - cookies, brownies... but if something else is needed let me know. What about paper products? soft drinks/water?

Bravo Don
 

Yes.. I think we need to make a list of the raffle prizes. I'll try to go thru the several threads and get it up tonight.

Yes... we need a place for folks to mail a check, made out to the New Hampshire Humane Society. They should specify the prize they want the tickets entered on. (example would be.. 1/2 on the quilt, 1/2 on the Sunset Bob pictures) IMHO the tickets should stay $1 each.. those that want to "load up" on a particular prize can control the amount that way. It would also make the "ticket selling" proccess easier with a single priced ticket. :)

Looking for suggestion on what to bring
 

Never having made it to a forum fest before I am at a loss as to what I could do to help out......And also being some what iffy on whether I will make it or not I don't want to volunteer to bring something important..... but for those of us that will be making are decission to come on a somewhat short notice what types of items have been in short supply at previous Forum Fests.....

Thanks

raffle prize list
 

Ok... here's what I've found;

Signed copy of "Angling In The Smile of The Great Spirit" , Mr & Mrs Hermit Cover
Winni Car Stickers, Mr & Mrs Hermit Cover
Framed Photos, Sunset Bob
Quilt, Quilt Lady
http://www.winnipesaukee.com/photopo...what=allfields
Island Girl Prints, Island Girl
"Three Centuries on Winnipesaukee" original 1936 edition, Mr & Mrs SteveA
(see post 37)
Tee Shirt, Mcdude
(see post 29)
Book on Fishing the Lake, ghfromaltonbay
Themed Shirt, rrr
Fleece throw, rrr

Newbiesaukee and OutLaw have said they will have "something"

PS Outlaw... if you bring a live cat, I'm not bidding on it... we already have 7 :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Now 100 lbs of Kitty Litter I'd bid on :eek:

If I've missed something... please feel free to correct my list.

Count me in..
 

I will be attending and will have a LL Bean Boat Tote for the raffle.
Will bring also bring congo squares and some soda.:)

Nippy Canoe and Tables too
 

OK then, Mee znd I will be bringing 2 tables, 7 layer Mexican dip and chips, chocolate-chip cookies, some soda and water and a raffle item - The Nippy Canoe (pic to follow but if you recall last years basket, you get the idea).


I think we need some raffle tickets, some garbage/recyclables collection capability and a bucket/jar for the drawings. Other soft drinks might be good too.

Put me down for drinks and trash bags.

MY picks for pics
 

Here are the 6 photos I picked 3 are new 3 are from last year

Chili
 

I'll bring a big bucket of Chili... same as last year. I also have a folding table.. 30"X60" I'll bring

SteveA

Ode to the Webmaster . . .
 

Oh great and wise Webmaster
Time is running short
SteveA compiled a list
And we're ready to report.

An address is what we need
For those from far away
To purchase raffle tickets
For ForumFest IV day.

We'll work out the fine details
As the time grows near
PM those whose help you need
And we'll be there, no fear.

Thank you, oh great and all powerful Webmaster!

Current List
 

Here is the current list of raffle items and food/misc party items. If you are sending in a check for the raffle... please indicate how many tickets for each item by number... each ticket is $1 and you can designate as may tickets as you want to any items... If you send $25... you can put a few towards the quilt... a few towards other items.. or even 1 for each item!

Once our Webmaster gives an address to send the checks... Go for it!!!!

Make the check out to the New Hampshire Humane Society.

http://www.rattlesnakecam.com/ffiv/ffivraffle.pdf

Keep those items coming... we could use paper plates, bowls, and forks, knives, spoons, napkins.. etc. name tags.

If you have never been to a ForumFest before... come along... you are all invited...

IG

IG
My plan is to make every effort to be at the FF. MY schedule is rather hectic and many things going on. (more on that later at the FF, RG knows). I have been at all the previous FF so I sure do not wnat to miss this one. I will PM you later.

JS

Sorry that I can't answer in rhyme but here's the address:

PO Box 5148
Weirs Beach, NH 03247

If you start a new thread with the list of items, the address and some instructions I'll stick it so it remains at the top.

Raffle thread
 

Webmaster: I created a new raffle thread for you to make sticky, as you suggested.

To the rest of you: The new thread is for keeping track of raffle items and to give info on buying raffle tickets... as usual most of us will be buying our tickets at ForumFest IV.

Pepper...... where are you????????

What kind of cookies are these?

Or, is this a typo?

If a typo, better the first letter than the last... :D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

If not a typo, hope nobody tries to say it 100 times really fast... :eek: :D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

C'mon Don, it isn't too hard!
 

Hey Quilt Lady,

Ain't I great,

Just have them send it to,

PO Box 5148!

(Weirs Beach, of course....) :D

A Sight to Behold!
 

You'll have to perform that for us at FFIV, Skip!!! Don't forget to bring your shades! :cool: :D

How much can I pay ...
 

Oh man .... if we're going that way I wanna see Pepper and the Chiles do a song and dance routine. Then Misty Blue can recite a stirring poem of life on the wild blue seas. Rose can do an educational speech on weather forecasting. Islander and ITD can re-enact the Weekend Update debate skit from SNL (back when it was funny) and DRH and QL can ...

Crap there's that beeping again. Time for my meds. I've forgotten, should I take the red pill or the blue pill ....

I'll miss this year's FFIV
 

My job now is driving a limosine for Mohegan Sun. I have to work that Saturday and Sunday, so I will miss this year's event. Too bad, for I had such a great time at last years event at LSP. I'll miss SteveA's chilli and his chowda, if he brings it.

You all have a great time.

Carguy

Where's Waldo (and Pepper)?
 

QL and I ran into both Waldo and Pepper at Lowe's today. Pepper says she's been working incredible hours, but that she will be attending FFIV on 9/8!

She asked me to apologize to her forum friends for her recent absence here, and she says she's looking forward to seeing everyone at FFIV.

Three days to go!!!!
 

Since no one else has come forward, I will volunteer to sell the raffle tickets again this year. I will bring my own table and chair. While I may not be able to circulate, I will still be able to meet everyone.

If our great and wise Webmaster can get the mail orders to me as early as he can on Saturday, I will deal with those as well.

It looks like the weather is going to be fine.

Looking forward to seeing everyone at ForumFest IV!!!

Must have been having a moment....
 

Quilt Lady...Must have skipped the part about helping with the raffle, I will be happy to assist you.
;)

Hi

I always wanted to get to ForumFest but it didn't work out.

Just found out I can be there this year. Do I need to sign up or something?

I have an 8 ft folding table I can bring if needed.

No need to sign up
 

... just show up... and the table will be welcome... This is really a loosely put together event... y'all just show up and some people bring stuff... and we have a good time!!!

IG

In case of bad weather
 

I was just checking the forecast for Sunday and there's a 40% chance of rain. So what's the plan if it looks bad come Friday or Sat or ??

EDIT : As I was just informed, it's Sat this year. Sat looks good right now.

Name Tags Needed
 

I don't know who usually brings them... but we need some stick on name tags and a marker or two... They will be needed early... about half hour before the event begins.

Volunteers????