21+ group?

Aaeandor · Post by **Aaeandor** » Thu Feb 09, 2012 10:26 pm

I saw there was one last year, was curious if a similar thing was going on this year. I would of went with everyone last year, thinking I didn't have the money to go (but I did! D:)

So is anything going on? ^^

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Fri Feb 10, 2012 2:45 pm

Not that I know of. It's funny. I didn't notice the lack of 21+ meetup topic until you mentioned it. Guess I've been too preoccupied with other topics.

Master of NERV · Post by **Master of NERV** » Fri Feb 10, 2012 8:11 pm

MarmaladeChainsaw84 wrote:Not that I know of. It's funny. I didn't notice the lack of 21+ meetup topic until you mentioned it. Guess I've been too preoccupied with other topics.

I wrote a PM (on another topic) to the organizer of last year's Thursday night gatherings, but he hasn't logged into the AB forums since last summer...

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Fri Feb 10, 2012 11:07 pm

Perhaps he is really busy and only logs on when its closer to the con?

Phantom 1 · Post by **Phantom 1** » Mon Feb 13, 2012 10:41 am

It's possible. Last year we went to Top of the Hub and that was a blast. I wouldn't mind another 21+ meetup even if all we do is go to Fukaya.

YouTube · Post by **PatrickD** » Wed Feb 15, 2012 11:27 am

Maybe one of you guys should take the initiative for this year since that other guy's not around...

Aaeandor · Post by **Aaeandor** » Sun Feb 19, 2012 8:02 pm

I'd love to host something, but I don't know many venue's sadly

any ideas let me know!

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Sun Feb 19, 2012 9:45 pm

I'd offer suggestions but I'm not really all that familiar with the area save for when I go to AB and a few other times out of the year. I know that last year they went to Top of the Hub which is I guess in Prudential Tower but that did require a dress code. I know there's Samurai and the Pour House right on Boylston pretty much across the street from the Hynes. In fact you can see the Pour House from the windows on the top floors of the Hynes and Samurai is right outside the Prudential Center Boylston exit a little further down the street from the Hynes.

Phantom 1 · Post by **Phantom 1** » Tue Feb 21, 2012 12:32 pm

I suppose it depends on what we want to do and how many of us there will be. If all we want to do is go out for drinks then any of the bars will do. If we want to do a sit-down meal then we might have to do Fukkaya or Wagamama or even the Cheesecake Factory. If we want to go out for drinks but there's a lot of us, then we might want to stick close to the hotel.

Silvershadow · Post by **Silvershadow** » Tue Feb 21, 2012 9:34 pm

Another thing to consider is when everyone wishes to meet up. With all the happenings with AB itself that is always a tricky thing to plan around. Thursday tends to be a good night for those who come for the pre-reg. Or possibly Friday night. Any thoughts on this? Once we get a set day we can move on from that point best.

Post by **Sayoria** » Wed Feb 22, 2012 1:45 am

Thursday night is brilliant I think. I can't go though. I have my own friend's night out at Unos every Thursday night, and I know the AMV club there does their dinners on Thursday night too. Thursday seems to be the whole "hanging out before the con" night. Maybe get those who will be there Thursday together for something that night. I think it is worth it. Might see others out relaxing too.

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Wed Feb 22, 2012 12:07 pm

Silvershadow wrote:Another thing to consider is when everyone wishes to meet up. With all the happenings with AB itself that is always a tricky thing to plan around. Thursday tends to be a good night for those who come for the pre-reg. Or possibly Friday night. Any thoughts on this? Once we get a set day we can move on from that point best.

Thursday would probably be best. Only way it's working for me on Friday is if its after 18+ Dating Game.

Master of NERV · Post by **Master of NERV** » Wed Feb 22, 2012 2:27 pm

MarmaladeChainsaw84 wrote:Thursday would probably be best. Only way it's working for me on Friday is if its after 18+ Dating Game.

Agreed, Thursday night is best. I'm no organizer, and I really don't know my way around the city, but I'm open to any suggestions (including anything that requires more formal attire; I went to Top of the Hub last year and thoroughly enjoyed myself).

nightmareman00 · Post by **nightmareman00** » Wed Feb 22, 2012 6:35 pm

If you guys are looking for a easy to find place for a meet up then what about the summer shack next to the sheraton?

Phantom 1 · Post by **Phantom 1** » Thu Feb 23, 2012 12:49 pm

Again, it all boils down to how many of us are going. A few years back I went to an Asian restaurant (I think it was Samurai but don't quote me on that) with some other AB attendees. There were only 6-7 of us (myself included) so we sat at the bar and ordered sushi. If there's going to be a lot of us (say 10+) then I would suggest a sit-down place like the Cheesecake Factory or Pizzeria Uno (note: those are examples, not actual suggestions).

Thursday is good for me as well.

Aaeandor · Post by **Aaeandor** » Thu Feb 23, 2012 3:59 pm

I'd totally be down for thursday..maybe the pour house if anyone is interested/how many of us go..STill think we should tally how many would go then figure a place..I know I will!

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Thu Feb 23, 2012 4:57 pm

Phantom 1 wrote:Again, it all boils down to how many of us are going. A few years back I went to an Asian restaurant (I think it was Samurai but don't quote me on that) with some other AB attendees. There were only 6-7 of us (myself included) so we sat at the bar and ordered sushi. If there's going to be a lot of us (say 10+) then I would suggest a sit-down place like the Cheesecake Factory or Pizzeria Uno (note: those are examples, not actual suggestions).

Thursday is good for me as well.

Most likely it was Samurai yea. Their drinks are expensive but awesome and so is their food but yea if there's a significant amount of us, I'd suggest looking into another place other than Samurai because they have regular seating but it's not that big of place...

Master of NERV · Post by **Master of NERV** » Thu Feb 23, 2012 7:01 pm

nightmareman00 wrote:If you guys are looking for a easy to find place for a meet up then what about the summer shack next to the sheraton?

IIRC, the meeting place for the last two years has been the Sheraton main lobby, close to the revolving doors. May as well hold to established habits.

nightmareman00 · Post by **nightmareman00** » Thu Feb 23, 2012 10:54 pm

Master of NERV wrote:
nightmareman00 wrote:If you guys are looking for a easy to find place for a meet up then what about the summer shack next to the sheraton?
IIRC, the meeting place for the last two years has been the Sheraton main lobby, close to the revolving doors. May as well hold to established habits.

I see well guess every one could wait till the 5th to see how many ppl show up before makingany set plans
haven't really done a pre-con meet up before but seeing as I'm heading down there a day early I might stop by

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Fri Feb 24, 2012 2:53 am

nightmareman00 wrote:
Master of NERV wrote:
nightmareman00 wrote:If you guys are looking for a easy to find place for a meet up then what about the summer shack next to the sheraton?
IIRC, the meeting place for the last two years has been the Sheraton main lobby, close to the revolving doors. May as well hold to established habits.
I see well guess every one could wait till the 5th to see how many ppl show up before makingany set plans
haven't really done a pre-con meet up before but seeing as I'm heading down there a day early I might stop by

Wait...I'm confused...the 5th as in the Thursday before the con? I think we'd need to make sure how many people are going before that (or at least get a good idea)considering depending on the size of the group, we'd have to make reservations if we're doing the restaurant route..ya know, they tend to like a heads up for larger parties so they can accommodate easier. Even if we aren't doing the restaurant route, some basic planning before the day of the meetup would be advised.

nightmareman00 · Post by **nightmareman00** » Fri Feb 24, 2012 3:23 am

MarmaladeChainsaw84 wrote:
nightmareman00 wrote:
Master of NERV wrote:
nightmareman00 wrote:If you guys are looking for a easy to find place for a meet up then what about the summer shack next to the sheraton?
IIRC, the meeting place for the last two years has been the Sheraton main lobby, close to the revolving doors. May as well hold to established habits.
I see well guess every one could wait till the 5th to see how many ppl show up before makingany set plans
haven't really done a pre-con meet up before but seeing as I'm heading down there a day early I might stop by
Wait...I'm confused...the 5th as in the Thursday before the con? I think we'd need to make sure how many people are going before that (or at least get a good idea)considering depending on the size of the group, we'd have to make reservations if we're doing the restaurant route..ya know, they tend to like a heads up for larger parties so they can accommodate easier. Even if we aren't doing the restaurant route, some basic planning before the day of the meetup would be advised.

thats a good point didn't think of that

Phantom 1 · Post by **Phantom 1** » Fri Feb 24, 2012 10:23 am

2 ways to gauge who would be interested in/able to go: create a facebook event or use this forum.

Aaeandor · Post by **Aaeandor** » Mon Feb 27, 2012 12:16 am

Alright I'll be making a facebook group for it

https://www.facebook.com/events/2542655 ... ext=create

Tada!

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Mon Feb 27, 2012 11:27 am

Aaeandor wrote:Alright I'll be making a facebook group for it

https://www.facebook.com/events/2542655 ... ext=create

Tada!

I just joined as a maybe since I don't know yet whether I can make it or not.

Master of NERV · Post by **Master of NERV** » Mon Feb 27, 2012 10:07 pm

I just took a look at the Facebook link above; it mentioned a time span between 3:00 and 6:00. Please keep in mind that check-in at the hotel starts at 3:00, and once checked in, many of us will get in line right away to get our badges (getting through the pre-reg line can take till 5:00). I would suggest that a workable meet-up time would be between 5:30 and 6:30.

Do count me in!

I have no Facebook account, so I'll just keep my eye on this forum for updates.

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Mon Feb 27, 2012 11:38 pm

Master of NERV wrote:I just took a look at the Facebook link above; it mentioned a time span between 3:00 and 6:00. Please keep in mind that check-in at the hotel starts at 3:00, and once checked in, many of us will get in line right away to get our badges (getting through the pre-reg line can take till 5:00). I would suggest that a workable meet-up time would be between 5:30 and 6:30.

Do count me in! I have no Facebook account, so I'll just keep my eye on this forum for updates.

Yes I was going to comment on this too. I think 6 would be the earliest we'd be able to meetup depending on when people are done with picking up their badges since that starts at 4. Also, if you're from out of state, the hotel/traveling situation would need to be taken care of first.

nightmareman00 · Post by **nightmareman00** » Tue Feb 28, 2012 4:23 am

I think he just posted that start time there for a laugh

put me down as a maybe not sure what I'm doing after I pick up my badge

Staren · Post by **Staren** » Wed Feb 29, 2012 5:49 pm

Another option for a sit down dinner might be Typhoon. They are a bit pricy, but no worse then a good teppanyaki place.

So I think we need to make a choice, sit down dinner, casual dinner, or drinks. If we can figure that out, then it will be easier to decide on a place. I live in the area, and would be happy to get more details on a few options if you all would like. Maybe we can do a poll on what kind of event we'd all like, then we can narrow the options down a bit.

To make one suggestion, the Pour House would not be my first choice. It's usually quite crammed with students. If you're not into the loud bar scene, you wouldn't particularly like it.

jess.claflin · Post by **jess.claflin** » Thu Mar 01, 2012 3:06 am

I'd might go too. It all depends on location and time.

MarmaladeChainsaw84 wrote:
Master of NERV wrote:I just took a look at the Facebook link above; it mentioned a time span between 3:00 and 6:00. Please keep in mind that check-in at the hotel starts at 3:00, and once checked in, many of us will get in line right away to get our badges (getting through the pre-reg line can take till 5:00). I would suggest that a workable meet-up time would be between 5:30 and 6:30.

Do count me in! I have no Facebook account, so I'll just keep my eye on this forum for updates.
Yes I was going to comment on this too. I think 6 would be the earliest we'd be able to meetup depending on when people are done with picking up their badges since that starts at 4. Also, if you're from out of state, the hotel/traveling situation would need to be taken care of first.

Aaeandor · Post by **Aaeandor** » Fri Mar 02, 2012 1:26 pm

Yea I was thinking more around 5:30-6 myself, a poll would be great if I knew how to put one on this forum

nightmareman00 · Post by **nightmareman00** » Fri Mar 02, 2012 5:37 pm

So any ideas on what to do?

Aaeandor · Post by **Aaeandor** » Fri Mar 02, 2012 10:12 pm

I was thinking about just getting drinks and having good company!

though everyone might be feeling different about that.

nightmareman00 · Post by **nightmareman00** » Sat Mar 03, 2012 12:01 am

Lol don't think getting buzzed the night before the con is good

Aaeandor wrote:I was thinking about just getting drinks and having good company! though everyone might be feeling different about that.

Staren · Post by **Staren** » Sat Mar 03, 2012 12:16 am

No one said anything about getting buzzed. More like a drink or two, snacks, and conversation. Here are a couple of options for drinks right around the convention. I didn't post Samurai or The Pour House because it's a fair bet that both will be packed that night.

Top of the Hub

Bar 10

SideBar and Grille in the Sheraton

Back Bay Social Club

nightmareman00 · Post by **nightmareman00** » Sat Mar 03, 2012 6:35 am

My bad then for jumping to a conclusion like that
Guess I shouldn't read and post on here when half awake

nightmareman00 · Post by **nightmareman00** » Mon Mar 05, 2012 6:45 pm

Think I'll pass for the thursday meet
I'm Just going to grab some raman and hit the sack early that night
but hope to run into you all or most of you at the con

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Mon Mar 05, 2012 11:36 pm

Yea I talked it over with my better half and I most likely won't be going either since we want to spend time with our under age friends.

MomoMiraculous · Post by **MomoMiraculous** » Mon Mar 05, 2012 11:37 pm

MarmaladeChainsaw84 wrote:Yea I talked it over with my better half and I most likely won't be going either since we want to spend time with our under age friends.

lol I just realized how that could have been taken whoops.

MisfitM3L · Post by **MisfitM3L** » Wed Apr 04, 2012 11:47 am

please send me a message if there is a gathering!

GeekyPanda404 · Post by **GeekyPanda404** » Mon May 20, 2013 3:04 am

If you folks are doing something Thurs at Sheraton Bar area I might be down for a drink or two with a side meal.

Aaeandor · Post by **Aaeandor** » Wed May 22, 2013 9:09 pm

I'll be going to the pour house thursday night (8 or 9) depending on when i get in town..Will probably be in cosplay haha pm me if anyone would like to join me

riadoc · Post by **riadoc** » Thu Jan 02, 2014 9:24 pm

well if we go out for drinks in the sheraton or any other bar im in plus i know the area so hmu

ZWolf12 · Post by **ZWolf12** » Fri Jan 03, 2014 4:15 pm

I'm down to hang. It sounds like a lot of different ideas are still being floated around tho.

Kellsz · Post by **Kellsz** » Wed Jan 29, 2014 2:36 pm

Im down like Charlie Brown ! LETS GO !!!

Post by **JTower467** » Sun Mar 16, 2014 10:07 pm

I'm interested in Meeting up but I'm not sure if I can make it. I will be busy setting up for the con Thursday night (not sure how long that will take). I will keep you posted what my schedule looks like.

Kalaiten · Post by **Kalaiten** » Mon Mar 17, 2014 4:48 am

So you guys know, a lot of those posts seem to be from previous years. Though, if you guys really wanna start a 21+ group, just set a time and place. That, or if you're in the Sheraton, just post your phone number in the window (big, visible, reversed numbers) and meet up for room parties with the people that call you. Hilariously effective.