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I told a few on this site I would still do the dinner so I'm a man of my word and I'm going to do it. I've come to the conclusion we will all meet at a restaurant and eat there. I'll throw out $250 to pay for the meals. If it goes over ill still pay but I'm trying to stay under 350. I was going to do something like a vfw but not sure. Either a restaurant or ill rent a club and caterer. Where is a good spot for everyone to meet??
I think it would only be appropriate that everyone who attends contribute their fair share. I certainly wouldn't feel good about letting you pay for my dinner.
Its ok.. I'm doing it just incase some people may not have all the money.. I know myself I usually dont have money just to go out and eat.. Luckily I get my taxes in a week and its a nice chunk of change. When we get the bill if anyone wants to contribute that's cool but whatever is left I will pay. I'll also take care of the tip. If you don't have the money to go that's fine. I would rather have you there and pay for you than not be there and not pay :) its not embarrassing to be broke its my life story..lol
Dave is having a game dinner end march first of April in Norwalk he has the place and the food, game dinner we have about a 100 people, if bowsiter want to meet that would be cool you should see how many people would go. I have 20 at my tables lots of guys from here show up .Steve
there is a charity dinner in Southington this Sunday 1 to 5,. 20 a ticket....the proceeds are being used to build a handicap archery range. it is the ct whitetail facebook group....raffle as well...you should go to that ..
I can vouch for Dave's dinner, its a good one. I've been in the past and have had a great time. Last couple of years I haven't been able to go because it coincided with my annual southern turkey trek. Maybe this year I will be able to attend again. What are the dates Steve/Dave? Are there any tickets available?
I know a lot of other people are having dinners and that's cool but I did tell a couple people I would go through with it so I'm gonna. Even if bb and me are the only ones there that's fine.lol. I think its great others are having them I just wanted to do one for bowsiters and im gonna keep my word. What town do you guts live in. (the ones who come). I live in Groton so ill make it closer to most of you.
Happy to break bread with any of my new found band of brothers. Limited schedule, but would try to make it depending on where and when. If not, I can always Skype or FaceTime a video of me eating something... I live in West Hartford
since this site covers many from one corner of the state to another, I would pick one spot that's kind of central to everyone, with easy highway access. an hour from each corner may be middletown, new britain, or west hartford areas?
Ok guys I was thinking about southwest but more towards Cheshire.. How about around there somewhere. I'm trying to split the difference for all of us but it will still end up more towards southwest ct but still trying to stay towards the middle.. If that makes any sense?? I'll get some restaurants and I was thinking something not to expensive like Chili's or Texas road house.. Something along those lines.. Bloodtrail you better show up..lol..
Yes greg I was thinking the areas around Middletown
Also I was thinking Saturday the 25th for a date. It will give who ever is coming plenty of time and can schedule it into there lives
only issue I see with a Chilis type of restaurant is small tables of 4 doesnt bode well for socializing except for those at your table and getting a bunch of tables together on a Saturday night will be tough. I would much rather see the whole group off in a private area. Sliders Grill and Bar on Rt 5 in wallingford is a huge facility and might be able to move us to a semi private area. and they have awesome wings.
Ok Gregg I'm open to any ideas.. I was thinking a restaurant like that because i don't think many are going to show.. If you are coming can you please post saying your going.. So far I think its me, notme I think, and Gregg.. I just want to get an idea of how many will be attending. Obviously not much but that's fine.. Just post on this thread if you will be attending.. Thanks
Won't be able to make it, sorry shawn. My sisters 40th birthday.
its my daughters 40th birthday See above .LOL
Shawn , I think what you are doing is an awesome gesture. I know I would be interested as well as two of my buds from bowsite however we would like to pay our way. Think the idea of a meet and greet type dinner is great. We are in Prospect which is right near Cheshire. Rick (onepin)
I'd like to go as well, but no one is paying for me! I'll get 6' 8" - 290 lb Doc to back me up :) Shawn - seriously, I can afford to pay for my own meal. Middletown has a lot of good restaurants, I'll take a look at a few and make a suggestion to the group.
Awesome guys... Great that your coming BBB.. I'm really excited that you could make it. I really thought and figured it wouldn't be something you would be interested in.. I'm thinking Middletown so now we got the town so now just the place. I'm not from that area so if any of you know somewhere good to eat or a nice space to host plz let me know
OK - here's the first restaurant choice in Middletown. Amici's - they have a private dining option for either lunch or dinner. Lunch - comes with salad, choice of 3 different entrees, dessert and is $18pp plus tax and tip it comes to about $22.60/ea out the door.
Dinner option - choice of 2 different appetizers, salad, choice of 3 different entrees, dessert and is $26.50pp plus tax and tip it comes to about $33.26/ea out the door. Drinks would be separate but they do have an open bar rate as well if we're interested in that.
They need a 2 week advanced notice and a 50% deposit. This mean once we set a date we would need to set a deadline for sign up. We also need to decide between lunch or dinner.
I'll look for another and get back to everyone.
Nice BBB.. The only thing I'm worried about is I wanted to do it the 25th.. But we could reschedule for the following week.. I just want to make sure the people who do come its not to much of an inconvenience for them.Your on the right path BBB.. That's exactly what I'm looking for.. Good work bud
Ok guys I think I got one.. Its called fiore 2. We could do the 25th and I can choose the time.. I'm pretty sure she said its 28 95 per plate.. It is a little expensive.. Comes with an entree desert drink and we could choose from one of 15 main plates.. Dont know if the foods good as I've never been.. Any thoughts ?? I just need to let them know how many in total! Here a link to the menu!!!
shawnm's Link
Steve, I am originally from Norwalk and moved back to the neighborhood (Fairfield). Would love to get some more information about Dave's game dinner. It would be nice to meet some local hunters.
Hey Hoyt I will post info as soon as I receive a date. Most likely the first week of April or so.
i would be interested in going. I'd hate to see you book a place give a headcount and be obligated to that then chase people down for payment if they dont show. Maybe ask Fiores, or Amici or wherever if we could all sit in the private room, but each order our own off the menu. then if people dont show, you're not obligated.
Shawn I'm in if its on a Saturday and a dinner time. Problem is I have to work late on the 25th so it would have to be a date other than the 25th. Also, as bbb said I have no problem paying for my own dinner and would also like to extend an invitation to someone who can't swing it. I will pay for theirs also, no strings attached. In fact if you can't afford it but still want to go just PM Shawn so no one has to know. When it comes time for the bill I will pick up as many extras as I can.
This is why ct bow site is the best even if we fight sometime we look out for each other .Proud to be a member . Steve
I spoke with a friend who knows Middletown pretty well for their restaurants and he said the Cantina Restaurant has good Italian food, decent prices and give you a lot of food. I can call later today to get the details as I don't see a website for them. Get back to you later today.
bbb, I have been there, good food...Its in the basement of the Sons of Italy building. not a lot of decore, but good food.
Ok BBB.. I'm seeing quite a few cant make it on the 25th so we will do the following week.. So the new date is March 4th and the time will be 530.. I have to start getting things set in stone here so i can't change it again. The town will be Middletown. So now me and BBB will figure out the restaurant. So no matter what it will be held on March 4th in Middletown at 530.. Again please post if your coming.. No response from notme so as of now it will me BBB one pin and his two buddies, longbeard, gregg.. So far 7!!! Cant wait guys. Its gonna b a blast!!! Also I have a few things in mind I'm gonna do to.
Well, hold on now shawn. I'm leaving for VT on 3/2/17 and will be gone till Sunday on ski vacation with some friends, so that's out for me :( This is unavoidable when trying to plan a specific date, you're going to have some that can't make it so I say just go with the date you have.
I called the Cantina and they said a party of 10-12 would be no problem and you can order off the menu, no choices required, but we would need a reservation to ensure they have a table set aside for a larger party. Prices are in the area of $19-$20 for an entrée and they give a lot for the money.
Ok BBB that sounds good. We will keep the original date. And the restaurant you picked sounds perfect. Do you want to call and make the reservation or do you want me? And the deposit has to be put down to but the only problem I have with that is I cant pay it until next Wednesday. We will try for around 5 to 6 if that's good for everyone coming.. So were back to our original date of Feb 25th. Sry for trying to change it guys I was just trying to get as many people to come as possible.
Shawn - if we're only talking about 6 guys, then there's no need to for a deposit or a separate menu, that's only for larger groups. All we would need to do is pick a restaurant, a date, a time, the number in the party and make a reservation. Did we decide on which restaurant?
I'll do my best to make it. And I'll try to drag Crow along with me, but only if he let's me buy him dinner.
Lol.. BBB whatever you want bud.. Cantina sounds good to me.. Tomorrow ill call and make the official reservation..
Cantina Cafe Ristorante 74 Court St, Middletown, CT 06457
Saturday February 25th And it will be right around 5. I'll give an official announcement on a new thread tomorrow!!!
as an added incentive to get you guys to come - I will bring a gift for each bowsite member attending, and yes it's really cool.
Ok just got off the phone and its looking good. We will be placed in our own private bar and it holds up to 15. It will be perfect. I'm calling him back at 515 to schedule everything
Yes BBB I love it!!! I'm bringing a couple surprises myself!!!! Awesome.. Really looking forward to putting some faces on these funny bow names!!!
I will bring the legend....Mike Leone
So far 10 people.. We got 5 more spots if anyone else us interested? Hope this list is right.. Shawn BBB One pin and his two buds! Notme Ace Ctcrow Gregg and his bud!
Sounds like a great time but it's the wife's bday. Enjoy
Maybe you guys can do a "live Mobil lunch" Like to see Shawns blind at the restaurant
Thanks for the offer Ace. I'll let you know tomorrow. Have to check if the wife has plans for me. It would really be great to meet more of the guys on the board.
Wish I could make it, maybe we can make this a yearly event.
A summer BBQ with bring your own venison would be great too.
Ok cool were up to 11 if ctcrow comes..
soapdish - bring your wife along! I'm sure she'd love to hear a bunch of guys talking about how to gut a deer during dinner, right? I know my wife loves it! She said it helps her with her diet :)
unfortunately I can't make it on the 25th
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm....... Probably not
Ace, I'm in but I'm paying my own. It will be nice to meet a lot of the faces associated to the names.
I was waiting to get my mail to see if I had the invitation to Steve's daughters b-day party but it's no here yet.
Ok were up to 12.. There's three spots left guys!!
Crow its at the casino meet us there .
Wait, here birthday party is at the Casino? Let's ALL meet there :)
I will bring the legend....Mike Leone
Did anyone invite Pat? We won't even stick him with the tab like they do at the P&Y bash.
This is close to me, I'll show up.
13 people .. 2 spots left.. Please correct me if I'm wrong but this is what I have for a list. I'm really glad a lot of you decided to come. Honestly didn't think this many would come..
Shawn..... BBB.... Greg plus one.... Ace... Ct crow... Notme... One pin plus 2... N8tureboy... Chuck... BB...
Hey my buddy would like to come along he is new to bow hunting we will be both paying for ourselves. Is there still room?
Sure is chuck!! He's more than welcome to join.. We have one spot remaining.. Who will it be??? Lol..
BTW, thanks for the offer but I will pay my own way. Willing to pitch in and help someone else too, if needed