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Host:	Miss.UnderstoodRedhead
Description:	Impromptu Twin Cities Fark Party & Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser - this Monday, 2/11/13 from 5pm to 7pm
Date/Time:	February 11, 2013 - 05:00 PM (local time)
Party Info:	Hey all! It's Miss.UnderstoodRedhead here! Your 'Cruise Director of Kool'! Last minute invite to a fundraiser that a friend of mine is hosting. She started a foundation that helps kids with special needs, transition from partial care facilities to living independently. This coming Monday, from 5 - 7pm at Ballentine VFW on Lake and Lyndale, they are serving up spaghetti dinner with all the fixings for $7.95. You can also win door prizes! I'll post a link to the website and a copy of the flyer in the thread. Edit - I'll post and link when this thread goes to the Fark Party tab - because I'm no longer TF. /Dirty liters! Edit #2 - Website and flyer have been posted in thread and yours truly has a new TF tag thanks to gingerjet

Location:	Ballentine VFW 2916 Lyndale Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55408 (612) 823-6233 (view map)

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spidermann		2013-02-09 08:36:44 PM

I'm out.

Not because of the kids or anything like that, but because as of Monday I return to the night shift. I'll be an hour into trying to stay awake by the time this happens.

Good luck though.

phatix		2013-02-09 09:08:26 PM

Ragingthespian, is this your work?

gingerjet		2013-02-09 09:09:50 PM

The Ballentine VFW was fun to go to for gay line dancing night.

/but I live in San Diego now and I'll be enjoying the 70 degree weather here
//have fun

CatherineM		2013-02-09 09:29:10 PM

I would love to look at the website of the foundation. Please post it when you get a chance!

dv-ous		2013-02-09 09:59:10 PM

Aww, I have class...

Llois		2013-02-09 10:19:33 PM

CatherineM: I would love to look at the website of the foundation. Please post it when you get a chance!

The foundation's website.

I have put it to the committee and when the final vote is in, I will let you know if The Onanist and I will be there. I haven't made any plans for dinner on Monday, so that's a factor in favor.

Jon iz teh kewl		2013-02-09 10:35:24 PM

which ones the month, and which one's the date??

i'm tired and i'm gonna go to bed

ODDO		2013-02-09 10:41:27 PM

Good cause!!
Crappy, crappy weather on its way,
4 /all wheel drive is the shizzle
don't leave home without it.
// did you see the stealth slash,,,did ya,,,huh,,,??

Llois		2013-02-09 11:17:42 PM

ODDO: Good cause!!
Crappy, crappy weather on its way,
4 /all wheel drive is the shizzle
don't leave home without it.
// did you see the stealth slash,,,did ya,,,huh,,,??

4WD/AWD will not help you in freezing drizzle. Please use caution and don't go into the ditch like all those other yahoos I see every time we get this crap falling from the sky. EVERY time! You'd think they'd send out a freakin' memo, or include a post-it note on the steering wheel when you buy one or something.

Also, unless all MNDoT workers are killed on their way to work by yahoos in 4WD/AWD vehicles spinning out of control and causing massive pileups, I'm sure the roads will be driveable by Monday night. Or at least I hope so. :/

udhq		2013-02-10 12:20:53 AM

Ooh, ooh, I'll already be there, please let me know who else will be!

Jon iz teh kewl		2013-02-10 03:00:40 AM

ravenlore		2013-02-10 04:21:14 AM

In. For a little while anyway. Early to bed, early to rise./makes a man or woman miss out on the night life.

ravenlore		2013-02-10 04:23:07 AM

Well that posted all farked up.I'm going back to sleep now.

MNguy		2013-02-10 10:40:04 AM

I can't make it, but good luck with the charity and have fun.

CaptainJose		2013-02-10 11:21:51 AM

See you there!

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-10 02:09:04 PM

Hi-dee-ho neighbors!

I see the website link was posted. Thanks Llois!

Here is the flyer.
i.imgur.com

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-10 02:24:44 PM

spidermann: I'm out.

:(

gingerjet: /but I live in San Diego now and I'll be enjoying the 70 degree weather here

:(
/lucky dog about the 70°!
//I should take you off the mailing list, shouldn't I

dv-ous: Aww, I have class...

:(

Llois: I have put it to the committee and when the final vote is in, I will let you know if The Onanist and I will be there. I haven't made any plans for dinner on Monday, so that's a factor in favor.

:)

udhq: Ooh, ooh, I'll already be there, please let me know who else will be!

You will? Do you work there?

ravenlore: In. For a little while anyway. Early to bed, early to rise./makes a man or woman miss out on the night life.

:)
/I won't be staying out too late either.

MNguy: I can't make it,

:(

CaptainJose: See you there!

:)
/I thought I mentioned you in the heading, but now that I look, it's not there. Weird.

udhq		2013-02-10 03:01:16 PM

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead: udhq: Ooh, ooh, I'll already be there, please let me know who else will be!

You will? Do you work there?

Nope, I'm just a Monday night bingo regular.

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-10 03:08:57 PM

udhq: Nope, I'm just a Monday night bingo regular.

When does bingo start?

udhq		2013-02-10 03:21:25 PM

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead: udhq: Nope, I'm just a Monday night bingo regular.

When does bingo start?

It usually starts at 6, but I'm wondering if they'll push it back because of this.

I assume the fundraiser will be in the banquet hall, bingo is in the main bar area, so I'm not sure how much overlap there will be, but my party will definitely be hitting up the fundraiser before we play bingo.

Joxette		2013-02-10 03:34:11 PM

Wow! Only 2 blocks away from me... If I can find a sitter, I will have no excuses.

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-10 03:35:51 PM

udhq: Miss.UnderstoodRedhead: udhq: Nope, I'm just a Monday night bingo regular.

When does bingo start?

It usually starts at 6, but I'm wondering if they'll push it back because of this.

I assume the fundraiser will be in the banquet hall, bingo is in the main bar area, so I'm not sure how much overlap there will be, but my party will definitely be hitting up the fundraiser before we play bingo.

I went to this same event last year and I don't remember if there was bar bingo going on at the same time or not.

I'm glad to hear that you will be hitting the fundraiser! She has put a lot into making this foundation work for these kids and their families.

You don't have a pic in your profile, but I do. I hope you introduce yourself tomorrow! It's always fun meeting new people!

Joxette		2013-02-10 03:35:55 PM

Unless anyone thinks it would be appropriate to bring along an awesome 3 year old...

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-10 03:37:43 PM

gingerjet: The Ballentine VFW was fun to go to for gay line dancing night.

/but I live in San Diego now and I'll be enjoying the 70 degree weather here
//have fun

And hey! Thanks for the TF!!! I'm gonna be your bestest friend this time!!!

:D

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-10 03:45:43 PM

Joxette: Wow! Only 2 blocks away from me... If I can find a sitter, I will have no excuses.

Now you're talkin' my language!
:)

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-10 03:47:57 PM

udhq: I assume the fundraiser will be in the banquet hall, bingo is in the main bar area

Ugh. I forgot to address this part. Sorry.

Yes, the spaghetti dinner is in the banquet hall. Last year, we had a few drinks in the bar first (not part of the fundraiser) and then went over for dinner (part of the fundraiser).

Jimmysolson		2013-02-10 04:55:10 PM

Maybe? I'll have to see how the weather plays out.
I lurves me some sgetti tho.

LP? :)

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-10 05:24:52 PM

Jimmysolson: Maybe? I'll have to see how the weather plays out.
I lurves me some sgetti tho.

LP? :)

Yay!

It's way too early for LP, silly!

daRog		2013-02-10 06:47:24 PM

Jimmysolson: Maybe? I'll have to see how the weather plays out.
I lurves me some sgetti tho.

LP? :)

You mean Lame Party? Guaranteed!

Lava Lamp Repairman		2013-02-10 07:27:51 PM

daRog: You mean Lame Party? Guaranteed!

Not really - I won't be able to get there in time from work. So they got that going for 'em.

Which is nice.

CatherineM		2013-02-10 08:51:52 PM

Llois: CatherineM: I would love to look at the website of the foundation. Please post it when you get a chance!

The foundation's website.

Thanks!

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead:

I'm in Texas, so I will not be attending, but I was able to make a donation. I wanted to tell you that I think it's amazing that you're supporting your friend like this. Tell her that her cause and the idea behind her foundation means so much to so many people, and I appreciate it.

To anyone else who is unable to attend, it's super easy to donate (PayPal!) and I encourage everyone to take a look at the site and read about the awesome work Heartstrings Unlimited is doing!

meow said the dog		2013-02-10 09:04:08 PM

Damn, I wish I could go. Sounds like a great cause. Also, because the last Twin Cities Fark Party Thread was so damn awesome, I want to add the following:

1) Will Swagnetobe there?

2) Fark seems to have way too many people with self-esteem issues who get really, really nasty when somebody admits to having any sort of success. When I was on AGT, I got to meet many of the other acts. With one or two exceptions, they were all very down-to-earth people--Professor Splash, Frank Miles, Those Funny Little People, Landau. No, it's the resentful basement dwellers who act very nasty when they're the least bit intimidated. I was hoping there'd be enough positive and successful people going to the party, but I'm afraid there'd be a lot of angry people instead...

Real Women Drink Akvavit		2013-02-10 09:12:06 PM

CatherineM: Llois: CatherineM: I would love to look at the website of the foundation. Please post it when you get a chance!

The foundation's website.

Thanks!

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead:

I'm in Texas, so I will not be attending, but I was able to make a donation. I wanted to tell you that I think it's amazing that you're supporting your friend like this. Tell her that her cause and the idea behind her foundation means so much to so many people, and I appreciate it.

To anyone else who is unable to attend, it's super easy to donate (PayPal!) and I encourage everyone to take a look at the site and read about the awesome work Heartstrings Unlimited is doing!

Ditto. Except the Texas part. I'm in California.

Jim from Saint Paul		2013-02-10 10:00:11 PM

Babysitting 3 month old nephew. Have fun yall. Have to catch you at the next one.

MisterClaw		2013-02-10 10:18:19 PM

Well unless else something comes up last minute I'll be joining everyone for my first fark party in my 10+ years of farking.

Raging Thespian		2013-02-10 10:32:35 PM

phatix: Ragingthespian, is this your work?

No, sir. This one isn't mine.

Actually, I'm afraid I won't be able to make it to this one. Sadly, I have a writers' meeting at this time. I'll catch the next one for sure!

baska		2013-02-11 01:40:37 AM

Have fun, all. Be nice, you might run into my mom down there. Little, but haz a big fierce, my mother.

The Mulatto Maker		2013-02-11 02:31:12 AM

Okay, a few other people mentioned the weather. Not trying to be overly serious here (this being Fark and all) but if MinneaPaul gets the same shiat we're getting here in Fargo, please be careful if you're driving into the cities. I don't know if it'll hit y'all or not, but every interstate that runs through Fargo is closed for about a hundred miles in every direction.

/kids out of school tomorrow
//probably no work tomorrow
///gonna play "throw the kids in the snowdrift"
////\/\/\slashies make good snow mountains

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-11 07:17:16 AM

CatherineM: I'm in Texas, so I will not be attending, but I was able to make a donation. I wanted to tell you that I think it's amazing that you're supporting your friend like this. Tell her that her cause and the idea behind her foundation means so much to so many people, and I appreciate it.

To anyone else who is unable to attend, it's super easy to donate (PayPal!) and I encourage everyone to take a look at the site and read about the awesome work Heartstrings Unlimited is doing!

Wow! That's super awesome of you! Thank you very much!

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-11 07:18:10 AM

daRog: You mean Lame Party? Guaranteed!

Leave me alone. You.

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-11 07:20:03 AM

Lava Lamp Repairman: Not really - I won't be able to get there in time from work. So they got that going for 'em.

Yeah, I knew the timing would be tough for you. But it's not my party. I'm just supporting a friend.

We'll pour one out for ya'!
:)

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-11 07:21:05 AM

Joxette: Unless anyone thinks it would be appropriate to bring along an awesome 3 year old...

I would think it would be okay to bring them if you go early enough.

/Just my two cents though

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-11 07:22:24 AM

Real Women Drink Akvavit: Ditto. Except the Texas part. I'm in California.

Wow again!!! Thanks so much!!! I'll be sure to show her this thread.

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-11 07:24:24 AM

Jim from Saint Paul: Babysitting 3 month old nephew. Have fun yall. Have to catch you at the next one.

:(

MisterClaw: Well unless else something comes up last minute I'll be joining everyone for my first fark party in my 10+ years of farking.

Yay!!!

Raging Thespian: Actually, I'm afraid I won't be able to make it to this one. Sadly, I have a writers' meeting at this time. I'll catch the next one for sure!

:(

Raging Thespian		2013-02-11 10:07:04 AM

If you guys stick around after the official fundraiser part is over I may be able to make it out for a bit.

olstyn		2013-02-11 10:36:33 AM

Llois: ODDO: Good cause!!
Crappy, crappy weather on its way,
4 /all wheel drive is the shizzle
don't leave home without it.
// did you see the stealth slash,,,did ya,,,huh,,,??

4WD/AWD will not help you in freezing drizzle. Please use caution and don't go into the ditch like all those other yahoos I see every time we get this crap falling from the sky. EVERY time! You'd think they'd send out a freakin' memo, or include a post-it note on the steering wheel when you buy one or something.

Also, unless all MNDoT workers are killed on their way to work by yahoos in 4WD/AWD vehicles spinning out of control and causing massive pileups, I'm sure the roads will be driveable by Monday night. Or at least I hope so. :/

4WD/AWD helps just fine in freezing drizzle; it's just that just like in snow & ice, it helps you GO. It does not help you STOP or TURN, which is how those folks end up in the ditch. Well, that and overconfidence. :)

/love my Audi, but understand its *actual* benefits and limitations
//also cannot attend due to night shift
///speaking of which, it's about time for bed...

Miss.UnderstoodRedhead		2013-02-11 10:59:03 AM

Raging Thespian: If you guys stick around after the official fundraiser part is over I may be able to make it out for a bit.

I won't be able to stick around unfortunately. Like ravenlore, early to bed, early to rise...

HindiDiscoMonster		2013-02-11 11:06:50 AM

/threadjack

Is anyone else having an issue with Fark where the following headlines appear every single day in main with no link to comments?

15 Earth-Shaking Battle Cries (Featured Partner)
15 Of The Dirtiest Pictures On The Internet (Featured Partner)

/end-threadjack

Real Women Drink Akvavit		2013-02-11 11:23:08 AM

HindiDiscoMonster: /threadjack

Is anyone else having an issue with Fark where the following headlines appear every single day in main with no link to comments?

15 Earth-Shaking Battle Cries (Featured Partner)
15 Of The Dirtiest Pictures On The Internet (Featured Partner)

/end-threadjack

Yeah, but it's on purpose. Don't want to tick off the paying clients too badly by letting the snarky crowd go wild on comments about their "featured link". I just view them as ads showing up in the headline queue that ad blockers can't block, so I don't click 'em. If I wanted to view ads for someone's product, I would. I'd also research it online. A purchased Fark link to a company site posing as a headline though? No thank you.
/I'm pretty sure "the snarky crowd" includes all of Farkdom, btw.