Canceled for 2014 - Pennsylvania Pony Meet in 2014, UPDATE page 5

[Ivaness]

It's a bit far, but I do have a house in Philly (with 9 bedrooms) where I could house people if they are coming from far distances

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I wish I had a house.... Let alone 9 bedrooms, lol. Lucky!

Haha! Don't be too jealous, it's my Great Aunt's house, but she always wants the house filled with people (and she's usually on a vacation somewhere)

Still! A house would be wonderful.

Update for me: I was asked to be in a wedding in Missouri in September 2014. I'm going to try to make both events, unless they fall on the same day. Then, it's the wedding for me. <3

[FarDreamer]

I'm interested, but I have a feeling my husband will think it's too far.  There's also a chance we may have moved back to Michigan by then, so I'd consider us pretty darned tentative.

Questions:
-Will you bring anyone other than yourself (significant other, friend, parent, children, ect.)? If you plan to bring children, please let me know ages so that I can plan appropriate activities. - I usually bring the hubby with me to pony meets, I might have to come to this one alone though if he refuses to go that far.

-How would you feel about paying a small admission to help cover costs of the venue (I'm thinking $5-10 depending on the cost of the venue)? - absolutely reasonable, if you put all the effort into it, you shouldn't have to pay for everything too!

-Would you be willing to bring a food contribution? - of course!

-Have you attended any other pony events, such as a local meet or the Fair? - yup

Also, please be aware that while all types of pony fans are welcomed, this will be an event like the "old school pony collector meets". - my favorite kind! 

[kitkatvintage]

Hi Pony Friends! Now that 2014 is officially here, I'm hoping to start making some concrete plans for the Reading Pony Meet.

I've started to look at a few possible venues, and I'd like to get some input. One option is an outdoor pavilion in a park (will look for something with indoor bathrooms, no port-a-pots). Another option is a small reception/meeting room at a hotel. Tentative dates would be Saturday September 13th or 20th (date may be determined by venue availability).

Also I have set up an email address for the meet:

readingponymeet AT gmail DOT com
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If you are interested in attending the meet, please email me with the information below. Even if you are not sure you can attend, this info will greatly help me with planning. I will also send out group emails for updates on date, location, additional planning, ect as the time gets closer. Thanks everyone!!

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Real name:

ID on the boards:

Age: (ok to make a general estimate here if you are shy about numbers)

Location:

Level of interest:
-wouldn't miss it
-would like to, but will decide closer to that time
-it's a long shot, but I'll see

Have you attended a Pony Meet, Fair, or other gathering before?

Will you bring anyone with you? significant other, parent, friend, children (if children, please list ages so that I can plan appropriate activities)

Do you or any of your guests have any special needs, dietary requirements, life threatening allergies, ect? (This is not meant to be intrusive. This is to make sure that everyone is as comfortable, happy, and safe as possible)

Do you plan to bring ponies & any pony-related items to sell or trade, ie Will you need a table?

Top 5 favorite ponies?

Any other info you'd like to share about yourself? (I have known some of you for years, others I'll be meeting for the first time. This question is optional, please don't feel pressured, lol!)

[Ivaness]

I do believe the 20th is when the wedding will be.

[kitkatvintage]

Well, I will try to find something on the 13th.

[Ivaness]

Well, I will try to find something on the 13th.

Nah, do either or! I mean, if I can't get the funds together, then no wedding for me. Driving two days to Missouri versus driving two HOURS to Reading, not that bad. Haha.

[Ginger]

Sending e-mail!

[Ivaness]

Sending e-mail!

YEA YOU BETTER! YOU'RE MY DATE FOR THIS EVENT! 

[kitkatvintage]

Thanks to everyone who replied or emailed me. Having a better estimate of exactly how many people are interested will be important for me to find an appropriately sized location.

That being said, if anyone has any input about the dates or locations quoted below, I'd love to hear it.

I've started to look at a few possible venues, and I'd like to get some input. One option is an outdoor pavilion in a park (will look for something with indoor bathrooms, no port-a-pots). Another option is a small reception/meeting room at a hotel. Tentative dates would be Saturday September 13th or 20th (date may be determined by venue availability).

[Summer-blade]

yay glad this is still going on I'll have to shoot you an e-mail

[ThriftyPony]

Sent my email! Sorry I was a few days late.

[kitkatvintage]

Thanks, both of you!

[Bibsy]

I just saw this thread.  I'm new-ish to the Arena so I've never been to a meet before, but I think it could be fun .  I'll make sure to email the address above to coordinate.

[KarRedRoses]

I just saw this thread.  I'm new-ish to the Arena so I've never been to a meet before, but I think it could be fun .  I'll make sure to email the address above to coordinate.

Pony meets are the best! And KKV is a wonderful hostess. You should go! I'm going to check the dates against existing commitments and try to go myself if at all possible. Good friends, awesome pony fun.. What's not to love!

[Cool Breeze]

Hi There,

I'm totally new to public pony anything so I'm totally there!  I'm from the Scranton Area, probably 1-1.5 hours away from Reading.

Questions:
-Will you bring anyone other than yourself (significant other, friend, parent, children, ect.)? If you plan to bring children, please let me know ages so that I can plan appropriate activities.
Yeah!  I have 4-5 friends that would likely go and possibly one five-year old girl.

-How would you feel about paying a small admission to help cover costs of the venue (I'm thinking $5-10 depending on the cost of the venue)?
Of course as long as it's reasonable.  Can't expect everything to be free

-Would you be willing to bring a food contribution?
I've never been to anything like this so if a post on "needs" or "wants" was placed, I'd be happy to fill an order

-Have you attended any other pony events, such as a local meet or the Fair?
Never!  I didn't really know these things existed.  It would be great to see this in Northeast PA