2008 Swanking Idea Thread

Morrigoon · 01-04-2008, 02:09 PM

Before alternate swanking ideas take over another thread, I'm taking Borneio's advice that we should give brainstorming its own thread again.

So...

What'll it be?

Moonliner · 01-04-2008, 02:22 PM

It's an election year, I vote a trip to our nations capitol: Washington DC

Perhaps a springtime trip when the cherry blossoms are in bloom

Ain't they purty?

Morrigoon · 01-04-2008, 02:24 PM

I'd like to throw Griffith Swank on the table. Probably some time in spring when the weather is conducive to hanging out outside (and possibly riding horses?). But again, it has to be the 3rd Sunday of whatever month it happens in so that we can get into Walt's Train Barn.

innerSpaceman · 01-04-2008, 02:35 PM

Well, I support the Ronald Regan Presidential Library for the February Swanking, to be held as near to Presidents Day as possible.

As you might expect, I am hardly a fan of Ronald Regan or his presidency, but I relish any chance to go aboard Air Force One (of the way retro cool Boeing 707 variety) and to see a replica of the Oval Office in person rather than at the movies.

I'll go with an open mind to experiencing other elements of Ronnie's legacy, and we can use the occasion and holiday proximity to discuss various presidencies and their respective merits.

Kevy Baby · 01-04-2008, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by innerSpaceman

Well, I support the Ronald Regan Presidential Library for the February Swanking, to be held as near to Presidents Day as possible.

I strongly second this one. The Federal Government lists President's Day as Monday, February 18, so perhaps Sunday, February 17?

While there is nothing going on special that day, the next day is President's Day celebration:

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President's Day:
Come mingle with our Founding Fathers during the 16th annual President's Day Celebration at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum on February 18, 2008 from 10:00am until 3:00pm. This celebration includes fun for the whole family, including children's discovery areas, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, and presidential and first lady look-alikes. A patriotic concert will be performed by the Los Robles Children's Choir. Finish your day by viewing the Ferdinand Magellan Presidential Train.

Hot Dogs, cherry pie, and other all-American food will be available for purchase. Free parking and shuttle pick-up along Presidential Drive will be available. All President's Day activities are free (except to see the Ferdinand Magellan Train, which is inside the exhibits). Museum adimission applies to view the exhibits. For more information, please call 800-410-8354.

However, I am not sure how many people would be able to go on a Monday (I know I don't get the day off).

Pricing and hours are:

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Hours:
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum is open 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. every day of the week, except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

Admissions:
Beginning October 24, 2005, admission prices will be:
Ages 18–61: $12.00
Ages 62+: $9.00
Ages 11–17: $3.00
Under age 11: Free

Web Site.

Hmmm... I wonder if this would be incentive to get Leo to come out?

madmonkeygirl · 01-04-2008, 04:09 PM

No camping for me no...any swanking that is on the weekend is almost always out due to work...traveling anywhere outside a few hours can't do either lack of funds and time off from work (all my time off is in April for Bon Jovi and then again in July)....have fun whatever you decide to do...i might be able to do a Griffith Park Swanking depends if i have that Sunday off from work or not...

innerSpaceman · 01-04-2008, 02:39 PM

And though I don't suppose it can be an "official" swanking ... being a little ways out of town, I will suggest the soon-to-close Mary Blair exhibit at the Museum of Cartoon Art in San Francisco for the weekend of January 19 and 20!

I will also suggest an out of town Swanking, once again, for Hearst Castle, to be explored when the docents dress in period garb at night!!

LSPoorEeyorick · 01-04-2008, 02:40 PM

I propose a redux of the March swanking, to see the Academy Award short film nominees.

Mousey Girl · 01-04-2008, 02:51 PM

Count me in for Hearst Castle touristy Swanking. I love that place and the night tour is the only one I have never been on.

BarTopDancer · 01-04-2008, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Moonliner

It's an election year, I vote a trip to our nations capitol: Washington DC

Perhaps a springtime trip when the cherry blossoms are in bloom

Ain't they purty?

ACHOOO!

Though I may be going to DC and NY this year.

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Originally Posted by LSPoorEeyorick

I propose a redux of the March swanking, to see the Academy Award short film nominees.

I second this.

There was talk of RHPS in another thread as well.

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Morrigoon I throw stones at houses Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Location: Location Posts: 9,534	I'd like to throw Griffith Swank on the table. Probably some time in spring when the weather is conducive to hanging out outside (and possibly riding horses?). But again, it has to be the 3rd Sunday of whatever month it happens in so that we can get into Walt's Train Barn. __________________ http://bash.org/?top "It is useless for sheep to pass a resolution in favor of vegetarianism while wolves remain of a different opinion." -- William Randolph Inge
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01-04-2008, 02:35 PM	#4
innerSpaceman Kink of Swank Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inner Space Posts: 13,075	Well, I support the Ronald Regan Presidential Library for the February Swanking, to be held as near to Presidents Day as possible. As you might expect, I am hardly a fan of Ronald Regan or his presidency, but I relish any chance to go aboard Air Force One (of the way retro cool Boeing 707 variety) and to see a replica of the Oval Office in person rather than at the movies. I'll go with an open mind to experiencing other elements of Ronnie's legacy, and we can use the occasion and holiday proximity to discuss various presidencies and their respective merits.
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01-04-2008, 04:09 PM	#6
madmonkeygirl Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 764	2008 Swanking Idea Thread No camping for me no...any swanking that is on the weekend is almost always out due to work...traveling anywhere outside a few hours can't do either lack of funds and time off from work (all my time off is in April for Bon Jovi and then again in July)....have fun whatever you decide to do...i might be able to do a Griffith Park Swanking depends if i have that Sunday off from work or not...
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01-04-2008, 02:39 PM	#7
innerSpaceman Kink of Swank Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inner Space Posts: 13,075	And though I don't suppose it can be an "official" swanking ... being a little ways out of town, I will suggest the soon-to-close Mary Blair exhibit at the Museum of Cartoon Art in San Francisco for the weekend of January 19 and 20! I will also suggest an out of town Swanking, once again, for Hearst Castle, to be explored when the docents dress in period garb at night!!
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01-04-2008, 02:40 PM	#8
LSPoorEeyorick scribblin' Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: in the moment Posts: 3,872	I propose a redux of the March swanking, to see the Academy Award short film nominees.
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01-04-2008, 02:51 PM	#9
Mousey Girl Just Me Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In The Flagon With The Dragon Posts: 2,437	Count me in for Hearst Castle touristy Swanking. I love that place and the night tour is the only one I have never been on.
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