isadorah Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Maybe there's already a thread somewhere for this, I searched and was surprised to not find one. So who's coming to DC for the inauguration????? The mayor keeps saying he's expecting at least 4million people, maybe 5. The secret service disagrees based on hotel bookings (i guess they're not paying attention to craig's list or adding in how many people have spare bedrooms, couches and floors to accommodate guests). Metro is suggesting people walk everywhere. It's going to be so much fun and so exciting! I'm so glad I live here! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Jules Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I don't think I can make this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bobbob1313 Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 My mom wants us to go. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bjorn_skurj Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I will probably be otherwise occupied. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OOO Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I was in Grant Park on election night so I already have my "I was there when..." story for my future kids. But I'm sure it will be fun. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cryptique Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 While I'd love to witness this particular piece of history, I sure as hell don't want to put myself in the middle of such an enormous crowd, outside, in the middle of January. The police are warning people that they're likely to spend several hours on their feet without a chance to sit down. Doesn't sound like my idea of a good time. I hope those of you who do go have a great time. I look forward to seeing your photos. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I heard something about the bars there staying open until 5 am. (?) That should make for some interesting events. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
isadorah Posted December 12, 2008 Author Share Posted December 12, 2008 I heard something about the bars there staying open until 5 am. (?) That should make for some interesting events. indeed. although, now city council is thinking that might not have been the best bit of emergency legislation they pushed through after getting complaints from the police department and senators on the inaugural committee. there's a new piece of emergency legislation being worked on to have the bars open until 4am instead and different hours on sunday all together. i figure this inauguration is going to be a political mardis gras of sorts. it will be completely crazy and crowded and cold, but i'm sure a blast all the same. as long as you have on your walking shoes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WilcoFan Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Commercial: My condo is for rent. If anybody has a need... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caliber66 Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Commercial: My condo is for rent. If anybody has a need...I will gladly rent the main floor of my grandfather's house for $5K for the week. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
isadorah Posted December 12, 2008 Author Share Posted December 12, 2008 Commercial: My condo is for rent. If anybody has a need... LUCKY! my apt complex sent out a memo letting us know subletting our apts was against our lease terms and we could be evicted if caught. i have a colleague that has her apartment up on craig's list for $10,000 right now (and is taking "applications"). yowza. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chumley Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Both of my kids have said they want to go downtown for this. I would only consider taking the 6 year old, but even then I think he's too young (he can't stand/walk around for 10 hours and I can't carry him for that long either). So we'll be alternating between watching this on TV and playing Wii. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caliber66 Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Both of my kids have said they want to go downtown for this. I would only consider taking the 6 year old, but even then I think he's too young (he can't stand/walk around for 10 hours and I can't carry him for that long either). So we'll be alternating between watching this on TV and playing Wii.I'll rent you guys the main floor of my grandfather's house for $5K, so you can watch TV and play Wii THAT MUCH CLOSER to DC. Also, you have to leave the Wii when you check out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Wii Inauguration: you stand watching it on TV instead of sitting on the couch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
isadorah Posted December 12, 2008 Author Share Posted December 12, 2008 Wii Inauguration: you stand watching it on TV instead of sitting on the couch and the room is very very cold. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Elixir Sue Posted December 12, 2008 Share Posted December 12, 2008 I was planning on going with my mom and some other family members, but after learning that you even need a ticket for the parade, we scrapped the idea. Too cold, too crowded, too small of a chance to actually see anything...unless hell freezes over and we get some tickets from our Congressmen, we're staying home. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Three dollars and 63 cents Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 While I'd love to witness this particular piece of history, I sure as hell don't want to put myself in the middle of such an enormous crowd, outside, in the middle of January. That pretty much sums up how I feel. My parents live about three hours from DC in southern Pennsylvania, so I'd thought about driving down and back that day, but it would be so chaotic, and chances are I wouldn't really get to see anything meaningful anyway. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 I don't think I can make this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Preferred B Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 I plan to be there! My dear friend Heidi is putting up a few of us strays at her house. And I am very used to standing on my feet for long periods of time, in or out of the cold. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WilcoFan Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 LUCKY! my apt complex sent out a memo letting us know subletting our apts was against our lease terms and we could be evicted if caught. i have a colleague that has her apartment up on craig's list for $10,000 right now (and is taking "applications"). yowza. Actually this is an investment property and I just had a renter move out. It is sitting empty with a new coat of paint. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
So Long Posted December 15, 2008 Share Posted December 15, 2008 I really want to go. Doubt I will though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jenbobblehead Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 the news said today that they will be closing all the main bridges/routes into DC for the inauguration, and metro has already said it can't handle the 2-4 million people (they can only handle about 1 million) so unless you're already in the district, you're kind of out of luck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mrs. Peel Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 In theory I would love to go, but in reality I don't want to be stuck outside on my feet for 12 hours in January and not see a damn thing. But how amazing is this?! DC is having to completely overhaul their normal procedures to accommodate the hordes of people coming to be a part of this historic event! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
isadorah Posted December 16, 2008 Author Share Posted December 16, 2008 But how amazing is this?! DC is having to completely overhaul their normal procedures to accommodate the hordes of people coming to be a part of this historic event! it's going to be at least a 4-day long party!!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
isadorah Posted January 7, 2009 Author Share Posted January 7, 2009 http://www.blackcatdc.com/ I'm simply PSYCHED for the Big Shoulders Ball to be held at the Black Cat on Monday night! OOOOooooh the excitement builds. the bird man AND special guests. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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