OK, how do we get directions? Presumably we don't want to give addresses publicly.

I'll send PMs to everyone attending to give you my address and I'm hoping you can then Mapquest the directions from your home.

Who's attending, Plays? I'm not sure I've heard the whole list.

Let's see:

Jon
Bernard
Piano*Dad
Piano*Son
LWPianistin
Piano Again
Mr. Piano Again
Cathy S
Mr. Cathy S
both of their sons
Cool Nerd (PW regular)
a local piano friend of mine
my teacher

so, counting me and Improv and you and Muffin, that's 18. I hope I haven't missed anyone!

I am disappointed that I haven't heard anything from MarkB. I'm also waiting to hear from Rich Galassini and Pianolicious.

Plays, 89 was talking about making it, have you talked to him?

Here's what's happening this weekend on either side of the party:

Dinner Friday night at Bottoms Up Pizza in historic Shockhoe Bottom. They make the most outrageously delicious pizza on the planet: http://www.bottomsuppizza.com/menu.htm

Saturday night, for those staying overnight in the area or who wish to join us before heading home, dinner at Bottega Bistro, which is only a mile from my house: http://www.bottegabistro.com/menus.html

Sunday, prior to Mary Anna's book signing appearance, brunch at Can Can:
http://www.cancanbrasserie.com/pdf/brunch.pdf

Can I get some idea of who will be joining us and when so I can phone ahead for seating?

We'd like to join you for dinner on Saturday.

I don't think we'll have time to stay for the brunch or the book signing on Sunday.

I'm in for Saturday dinner.

I'll be flying in early Saturday and out early Sunday, so I won't be able to make the other meals.

I'm really excited about this party - it should be a great time!

Yeah, just 4 days to go! I'm looking forward to it.

I'm in for dinner on Saturday and brunch on Sunday (if I can get a ride with someone!). I'm coming in late afternoon on Friday so I'm not sure about Friday evening yet. I'll keep in touch with you Plays.

My piano tech spent three hours working on my piano today. It's tuned, he made sure the Stanwood regulation was still even and wished me and everyone attending a lovely time.

Improv and I are waiting for Mary Anna and Muffin, who should be arriving within the next two hours. Bernard will get here in about 45 minutes.

Wish you could all join us -- I'm sure there will pics.

Best Wishes for a great piano party you guys.

I will be there in spirit!

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Originally posted by plays88keys:
Wish you could all join us -- I'm sure there will pics.

Your wish is my command!

See y'all tomorrow!

I hope everybody is having a blast. Sorry I am not there.

Got pics?