This is the generic update I sent to everyone on other social media outlets.
One week away! Final update.
Location:
PM for address. For the people who have already confirmed, I'll send it to you via PM
(7.5 miles out of town on M72E)
A GPS Will get you into the neighborhood, but it won't have my house location correctly represented. A mailbox with the house number on it is across the street from my driveway. Parking will be tight, so do your best to park tightly together in the front yard.
What to bring:
Other than a willingness to have a lot of fun, the only thing you need to bring for sure is a chair, as we are making no plans to seat anyone. If you are so inclined, you may bring a snack or something to share, but don't feel obligated to do so. There will probably be some snack food to munch on prior to dinner, but you more than likely will want to eat a lunch before heading over, as the main meal wont be served until 5:00pm. Lots of room in the back for tent "camping". Just pick a spot and setup when you get here.
The rides back toward town will be limited to 2 times a night. Around 9:00PM, and midnight. The important thing is, we want everyone to have a good time, but we also want to make sure nobody drives when they shouldn't. If you need a ride at any time, let us know.
If you want a ride to the party from the hotel before the party starts, we can arrange that to happen around noon. Let me know via message here and I'll make it happen.
Events:
Officially opens at 12:00
Sign up for tournaments
(Beginner pinball, advanced pinball and Daytona USA driving tournaments - trophies for winners)
Music with Kathy and Theresa starts at 3:00.
Dinner served at 5:00
Beginner pinball tournament final 6:00
Advanced tournament semi-final 6:30
Advanced tournament final 7:00
Jell-O shot skill crane 9:00
End: ???
Sunday morning we will be serving breakfast before we all depart. It'll be served at 9:30AM, and consist of scrambled eggs, hash browns, bagels, fruit and juice. (Lots of coffee, too). Feel free to stop back by if you're staying off site. The arcade will be available to anyone who didn't have enough on Saturday, too.
Matt from Lake Ann Brewing has made the beer menu available.
A wheat lemon shandy style beer with a bit of a spice note will be served in the bar, along with an all Apollo hopped IPA for the hop heads. There will be an amber ESB available in the garage, along with the commercial Sam Addams Boston Lager.
Soda and water will also be provided.
Arcade etiquette:
Generally speaking, no drinks on the games. There are a couple of machines in the basement that are tables, and drinks can be placed there, and there are lots of other places to set a cup around the arcade.
Play multiplayer games! Arcades are social places, and games are meant to be played with multiple people. It's fun, and you can learn things and meet interesting people by playing with others!
Name badges will be available in the garage. Please fill one out and wear one so people know who you are.
Arcades are made for kids! Ours will be open to children under 18 until 9:00.
If you have any other questions, let me know. It's going to be a fun time for sure! Candy and I are looking forward to having you.
Special note for you pros: The keys will be in all of the machines. I'm cool with you guys taking it into your own hands to help someone will a stuck ball, adding credits, or some other condition like that. I'll appreciate the help, as I'll be busy I'm sure.
Thanks!
Grayling, MI
Hope it's a great time Saturday ...
