# It's time for ChiDope planning **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [December 27, 2002, 3:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092 "2002-12-27T03:47:58Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 10
**Author:** ![Angel\_of\_the\_Lord](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/angel_of_the_lord/32/2949_2.png) [@Angel\_of\_the\_Lord](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Angel_of_the_Lord)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2003, 7:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/181 "2003-01-17T07:17:37Z")
I think I might be able to duck out for a day or two that weekend, actually–none of MY finals are scheduled for that weekend, and it’s not like I study. So I think I can go after all. One question, though: if I’m under 21, am I just gonna be in the way? ---
**Author:** ![Jane\_D\_oh](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/839c29/32.png) [@Jane\_D\_oh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jane_D_oh)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2003, 1:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/182 "2003-01-17T13:12:26Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by manhattan \* > \*\*_Mother’s Day?_…Not sure what I’m doing about hotels yet – I generally prefer to stay downtown, but if a bunch of people are staying at the airport, I might join the all-night party there. They have suites at that hotel? – I’m claustrophobic. > > [sub]_fixed coding_[/sub] \*\* If you decide to stay at the airport, just let me know. It’s an all suite property, so there is plenty of room and a fold out couch in the living area. I will start a coordintation of rooms in ernest next week and get the rate firmed up as well. For those of you considering downtown hotels, the mother’s day weekend is quite down there too and some comparative shopping should yield some pretty competitive rates. ---
**Author:** ![Gundy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/b782af/32.png) [@Gundy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gundy)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2003, 3:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/183 "2003-01-17T15:04:03Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Angel of the Lord \* > \*\*I think I might be able to duck out for a day or two that weekend, actually–none of MY finals are scheduled for that weekend, and it’s not like I study. So I think I can go after all. > > One question, though: if I’m under 21, am I just gonna be in the way? \*\* Kinda hard to tell at this point – I mean, no hard-and-fast arrangements as to the Big Event have been made, have they? Last year there were several groups who went to different museums and what not during the day, and then there was the big gathering at a bar downtown. Certainly you’d have the opportunity to meet some Dopers if you wanted, and not necessarily in a bar setting. Also, didn’t some under-21 Dopers go to the Wild Onion on the Friday of ChiDope weekend last time around? So maybe there will be some pre-events at locations where they’re not as stringent about carding. ---
**Author:** ![HeyHomie](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/heyhomie/32/207_2.png) [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Post date:** [January 20, 2003, 4:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/184 "2003-01-20T16:37:15Z")
I’m in. I’ll need a specific date and time. Whoever’s in charge please e-mail me: [rastahomie@hotmail.com](mailto:rastahomie@hotmail.com) ---
**Author:** ![porcupine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/ac91a4/32.png) [@porcupine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/porcupine)\ **Post date:** [January 20, 2003, 4:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/185 "2003-01-20T16:48:29Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by HeyHomie \* > \*\*Whoever’s in charge please e-mail me: [rastahomie@hotmail.com](mailto:rastahomie@hotmail.com) \*\* Who _is_ in charge? **Miss Creant**? And is someone going to make a definitive call on the date. We’ve been saying May 9-11, but is that it for sure? Anyway, **HeyHomie** , I’d suggest watching the thread - all of the planning and announcements tend to take place on the board (at least for the last few fests). ---
**Author:** ![Jane\_D\_oh](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/839c29/32.png) [@Jane\_D\_oh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jane_D_oh)\ **Post date:** [January 20, 2003, 5:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/186 "2003-01-20T17:24:35Z")
OK, here are the names I have of those who have requested hotel rooms: Superdude anya marie Geo/Bill Daowajan(will share) Jessica2 Shibb & family Wikkit (will share) Ruby Tentatives: TruePisces/Verrain Tygre Garfield226 I will put in an initial room block of 15 rooms. I am looking at a $59.00 rate plus tax. That is a total of $66.38/per room/per night based on the current tax rates. Since it is a quiet weekend, I should have no problem increasing that block if demand increases. For those who don’t remember the rules from last year: **Pleeeaaase,** in order for us to continue to be able to use hotels at better than decent rates, we need to not trash rooms and be reasonable about noise in the early morning hours. I will set each room up as double occupancy. I know there may be more than two or three in a room, but can we be resonable about that too, please? The rates really are low enough that even the poorest of us should be able to afford a room split 4 ways (Under $20.00 a piece) I cannot match people up for share with rooms. I will continue to update the list and let you know who is willing to share a room and you can decide if you want to or not. Finally, **pleeaassee** if your plans change and you cannot attend, please e-mail me so I can cancel your reservation and we have a chance to resell the room. I am not asking for c/c numbers to hold these reservations, so please, help me out with this. If you do not see your name on the list and you will need a room by O’Hare, please chime in here or e-mail me. ---
**Author:** ![porcupine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/ac91a4/32.png) [@porcupine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/porcupine)\ **Post date:** [January 20, 2003, 5:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/187 "2003-01-20T17:33:08Z")
Well, since **Jane** has reserved a block of rooms, I guess we should consider that the official “It’s May 9-11” call. Thank you for the legwork on the rooms, **Jane**. ---
**Author:** ![Jane\_D\_oh](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/839c29/32.png) [@Jane\_D\_oh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jane_D_oh)\ **Post date:** [January 20, 2003, 6:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/188 "2003-01-20T18:13:58Z")
Now all we need is an agenda… ---
**Author:** ![UncleBeer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/u/977dab/32.png) [@UncleBeer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UncleBeer)\ **Post date:** [January 20, 2003, 6:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/189 "2003-01-20T18:26:46Z")
Agenda 1. Open beer. 2. Drink opened beer. 3. Repeat as necessary. ---
**Author:** ![Random](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/57b2e6/32.png) [@Random](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Random)\ **Post date:** [January 20, 2003, 6:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/190 "2003-01-20T18:59:45Z")
Can’t argue with that. ---
**Author:** ![Jane\_D\_oh](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/839c29/32.png) [@Jane\_D\_oh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jane_D_oh)\ **Post date:** [January 20, 2003, 7:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/191 "2003-01-20T19:51:01Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by UncleBeer \* > \*\*Agenda > > 1. Open beer. > 2. Drink opened beer. > 3. Repeat as necessary. \*\* OK, we have an agenda, and a damn good one at that! We have a dopefest!! ---
**Author:** ![UncleBeer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/u/977dab/32.png) [@UncleBeer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UncleBeer)\ **Post date:** [January 20, 2003, 8:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/192 "2003-01-20T20:05:20Z")
Whoops! A late addition to the agenda. 1. Call taxi cab. ---
**Author:** ![Miss\_Creant](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/b487fb/32.png) [@Miss\_Creant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Miss_Creant)\ **Post date:** [January 21, 2003, 4:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/193 "2003-01-21T04:58:00Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by porcupine \* > \*\*Who _is_ in charge? **Miss Creant**? > \*\* Sorry, I just started the thread, I can’t be in charge of anything until after March 31 when I take my PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Boards) Until then, I’ll be studying drugs. Keep me posted though. ---
**Author:** ![ShibbOleth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/848f3c/32.png) [@ShibbOleth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ShibbOleth)\ **Post date:** [January 21, 2003, 5:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/194 "2003-01-21T05:45:23Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Miss Creant \* > \*\*Until then, I’ll be studying drugs. > \*\* That’s another good suggestion for an agenda. Although I prefer the beer one. ---
**Author:** ![tiggeril](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/tiggeril/32/7234_2.png) [@tiggeril](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tiggeril)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2003, 3:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/195 "2003-01-22T03:55:39Z")
**Jane!** - put me down for a room, please. I talked to **Jessica2** and I think we’ll be reprising last year’s arrangement as ChiDopeRoomies. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Miss\_Creant](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/b487fb/32.png) [@Miss\_Creant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Miss_Creant)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2003, 3:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/196 "2003-01-22T03:58:09Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by ShibbOleth \* > \*\*That’s another good suggestion for an agenda. Although I prefer the beer one. \*\* do you want me to bring samples? ---
**Author:** ![tiggeril](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/tiggeril/32/7234_2.png) [@tiggeril](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tiggeril)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2003, 3:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/197 "2003-01-22T03:58:16Z")
Hm. That sounds like I want a room of my own. To clarify: I’ll just be rooming with Jess. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Berkut](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/a88e57/32.png) [@Berkut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Berkut)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2003, 4:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/198 "2003-01-22T04:27:37Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Hamlet \* > **[The Adler Plane\_arium](http://www.adlerplanetarium.org/)** Oh, so subtle, **Hamlet**. Good job. ---
**Author:** ![tiny\_ham](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/a183cd/32.png) [@tiny\_ham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tiny_ham)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2003, 7:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/199 "2003-01-22T19:02:31Z")
I haven’t read even ONE post in this thread, and I don’t know anything that’s going on, but I hear ChiDope will be May 9-11 and I wanted to put this bug in y’all’s ear… that very well may be the weekend of May Fest in Lincoln Square. It’s a big giant German festival, with beer and brats and german oompah bands and fun! Keep me posted, but maybe a newer, more up to date thread should be started? ---
**Author:** ![porcupine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/ac91a4/32.png) [@porcupine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/porcupine)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2003, 7:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092/200 "2003-01-22T19:09:45Z")
**jarbaby** , that sounds kick-ass. And yeah, a new thread should be started soon, but I really don’t want to do it because I really don’t want to have anything to do with planning this one, and usually the thread-starter is the decision-maker. I paid my dues with having a hand in planning the last two, as I’m sure you understand since you did, too. Maybe I’ll just start it with a big disclaimer or sumfin. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092.md?page=9) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-time-for-chidope-planning/145092.md?page=11)