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7 p.m.5:15 p.m.:

Tonight is Bloggermania 1, well, it actually starts in a few minutes.

For those of you who cannot attend the first-ever gathering of those who make a lot of the story comments on this Web site, we decided to add some thoughts for you as the event goes along.

So check back throughout the evening, and later on, to see what people had to say, and who showed up!

Instead of posting in the story comments section, the participants are going to add their thoughts straight in to this blog.

5:30 p.m.:

About a half-dozen have shown up, so we are going to kick-start things here in a few minutes

5:50 p.m.

the 15 or so are getting a chance to talk about issues and grill the Register staff of two about a variety of things.

6:30 p.m.

As the night wraps up, a few of the bloggers wanted to take time to say what they think of how things went, so here they go...

Napablogger: Well, my head hasn't gotten ripped off, completely at least..:)

big changes coming to the Register blog soon, pretty excited, its fun to be here with the true believers, makes you realize how important it is to talk to people who you don't necessarily agree with, you learn a lot which is one of the things that is coming out of this meeting.

Skip M. Hey Sammy, Where are you???????? It's a great crowd here. Glad I made it, al be it late.

Freeport56-

Thanks for the great format and the future opportunity to further our expression about Napa and whatever. Thanks Dan\Kevin

napabrat:

Well the bloodshed was minimal. It was actually nice to put faces with the screen names. I really don't quite understand why a few people wanted to remain anonymous, but hey - to each there own. You missed out! :-)

This was fun. Where is PinkFlamingo! a teacher.

tovagliolo: a good event to bring together people, to learn where the future of the napa online community is going. thank you dan for this wonderful opportunity!

Dan: Those of you who did not come missed out on the group heading off to the JV Wine and Spirits booth at Chefs Market for that free glass of wine they offered to the Bloggermania attendees.

Thanks to everyone, we are shutting down for the night, see you soon

--Dan

39 comment(s)

Dirty Napkin wrote on Jun 19, 2008 6:15 PM:

" Aww I shold be there whoopin it up! "

Dwayne wrote on Jun 19, 2008 7:02 PM:

" I left my uniforn, gun, and badge at home, and wore Plasticpinkflamingo's nametag....

Haaaaaaaaaaaaa....... "

freeport56 wrote on Jun 19, 2008 7:16 PM:

" It was great to meet all of you. Thank you for the stimulating comments and opinions. While we might not always agree politically, that's what makes living in this country so great. We acn complain and complain, and it's okay.

Thank you Dan and Kevin the future looks way bright for the Napa register with such community involvement. "

steph wrote on Jun 19, 2008 7:26 PM:

" Thanks for hosting. It was nice to meet people from our community (and my old one--Skip, I used to live in Citrus Heights/Orangevale, so we've traded places, so to speak.)

I missed seeing a bunch of you who didn't show! "

LMW wrote on Jun 19, 2008 8:02 PM:

" What a day for me, I rushed in traffic form SF to get into Napa county and having to deal with traffic from fire and my kids. I came into conference room late, and then only able to stay a few minutes. My 10 year old and friend decided to take a walk and ended up going to far and thought it would be okay to stay at Chef Market. While I was asking employees in the building of Register if they seen him and one said he went out the back door, so I headed out of building and walked further down and thought came to my head was he is brave and in lots of trouble... over to Chef Market, no sign of boys so I had to get security, nervous as hell and no dollars on either of boys or cell phone, I asked the officers for help. I told them that I came from Napa Valley Register and boys went on walkabout and looking for them in a crowd of 3000+ people was making me a nervous wreck, just took a few minutes after reporting to security and they were found by officers. I definitely can count on the security at Chef's Market and I was upset that I missed meeting all who were at Bloggermania. I guess I will have to wait for next one...I will get babysitter..your stay home mom

LMW "

MarshaMarsha wrote on Jun 19, 2008 8:07 PM:

" Thank you Dan and Kevin, not only for arranging this bloggermania1 but for putting the energy and effort into this entire online project. I attended under my alter-ego, who is "no longer a danger to society" LOL! I chose to remain anonymous to keep things fun and interesting. "

native74 wrote on Jun 19, 2008 8:58 PM:

" Oh OOPS! I went to JV and not the market. Total blonde moment there...

I must say it was the FIRST time in YEARS that I did not recognize a soul in the room from Napa. Refreshing actually to know that there are other people out there. ;)

Cool group! "

sammy wrote on Jun 19, 2008 9:03 PM:

" oh my heart totally aches that i didn't get to join you guys (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((friends))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) "

ADark1 wrote on Jun 19, 2008 9:35 PM:

" Ok to give you the inside scoop...Is A Teacher male or female?.

..Did SkipM really figure who ADark1 is w /out any help?

Was napabrat really all that bratty?

Is it true that tovagliolo, is a Wallflower?

Will napablogger finally come clean on napablogger's master plan?

Is Dan REALLY worried now he knows, people in Illinois and Iowa are STILL partying because ADARK1 now lives in Napa?

What's the buzz about how "cute" Matt@Newspeak is even tho he lives in AC?

Is it true the Great PINK One is missing in action.?

Will Skip M, Kevin and ADark1 really get along?

Will Steph finally get off THAT fence with her hubby's urging?

Is it true PernodBoi gave ADark1 lessons on the proper way to fingersnap?

Where is Freeport56 REALLY from..and what did he mean by "You're pretty tough!

Is it true, Dan knows, ADark1, comes from the hometown of the Register Corporate Office, ( which is under water ...well almost)he did a check and slammed the laptop cover down?

How does MarshaMarsha Look in Drag? and are labor day fashions over?

Is it true MOST posters stayed with their backs against the wall and why?

Who were the winos spotted at the JV Booth?

China says ....SNARF! What did SkipM do?

Did a staffer ask certain bodies,

"Are those really all of your kids?"

Are Dan and Brian REALLY that crazy?

Stay tuned for this and other questions that will NEVER be answered! You shoulda been there!

Was great time meeting those of you who made it..I've got plenty of ammo for the NEXT Bloggermania Awards tho! "

freeport56 wrote on Jun 19, 2008 10:04 PM:

" Adark!-

you just crack me up. I tell ya when the hometown post a restraining order...its tough to stick around. Thank you all so much for the cerebral intoxication....I love it. sandra should have been there with us. Probably in her jammies. "

MarshaMarsha wrote on Jun 19, 2008 10:19 PM:

" I was supposed to show up in drag??? You never sent a memo!!!

The biggest surprise was ADark1 showing a phonto (that's a cell phone pic) of China, proving that they were twins seperated at birth and reunited later in life. "

vocal-de-local wrote on Jun 19, 2008 10:42 PM:

" ok I hope Dan puts together another one of these get togethers. But ya know, there's nothing to stop us from meeting at JV Wine and Spirits booth at the Chefs market on a certain day and at a certain time. We should get together at least once before the end of summer? I will definitely try to make it next time.

Adark1, you make me laugh! You're sitting at my table next time this is put together ok! Same with plasticflamingo and teacher.

I really wanted to talk to Skip M about the real estate market up where he lives. My twenty something son is thinking about buying property in Antelope. Is this an ok area? There are so many pockets of good and bad areas combined together in Sacramento. I cannot tell where the good neighborhoods are located!

Oh, Steph, you stay on that fence, just don't fall down. Anyone who sits on a fence is balanced!

LMW, you must have been in a panic. What a day. "

Skip M. wrote on Jun 20, 2008 9:01 AM:

" Vocal: I would not want to be in the Antelope area myself. The funny thing about this region is there are good and bad areas, sometimes separated by a line down the middle of the street. So it is really a judgment call. I would suggest to your son that he look more in Roseville proper. The reason being that Roseville has all of the recreational services Napa only dreams of having, like a sports and activity center that puts most Olympic parks to shame. I would suggest you take a drive out here one Saturday and take a peek around. If Dan could send you my email address, and you send me a note, I will send you a map of some key points. "

plasticpinkflamingo wrote on Jun 20, 2008 12:32 PM:

" Sorry I wasn't there - I was debating with myself (no smart remarks please, I always win those debates) about whether to be there or not. My job finally decided it for me. It's our busy season and I was not able to make a quick enough getaway.

I see there were not photos. (things that make you go hmmmm . . . )

Besides, I'm not nearly as witty in person. You all would have been disappointed. Maybe next time. "

a teacher wrote on Jun 20, 2008 3:06 PM:

" It was fun. I'm usually more lively in person, but I am recovering for food poisoning, plus (embarrassing revelation here)

When I came in I noticed this odor. I couldn't quite place it. About half way through I figured it out. We have a new kitten. The darned thing had peed on my tee shirt... I had to get out and change it.

Next time I'll go for that glass of red... "

vocal-de-local wrote on Jun 20, 2008 3:10 PM:

" plasticpinkflamingo, just wear pink. That's all the wit we need. Some people are more comfortable with their written word than their spoken word. I'm one of those people. I'm not the most eloquent speaker. My communication comfort zone is with writing, not speaking. So what! We all have value no matter what the method of communication, right? I suppose we could all bring our computers and blog eachother! hehe!

Please come and hang out the next time this function is put together, though. You're obviously an interesting person regardless. And Dan, I would like to help organize the next event if that's ok. Can I help?

Skip, I like Roseville a lot. We have driven around there. It's a nice community with lots of recreation. But my son works in Natomas. I don't want him buying anything in Natomas because of flooding though. But Hwy 80 between Roseville and Natomas can be a nightmare commute. Our goal is to get him out of the flood plain and still not too far from Natomas. He works in the computer tech field and he may end out in the Roseville area eventually because more and more tech jobs are locating there.

I wonder, is the east or west side of Hwy 80 in Roseville a better area? You can email me at doreitsme@sbcglobal.net. I don't use this email often so it may take awhile for me to get to it. But I'll check it within the week. Thank you Skip! "

nvchell wrote on Jun 20, 2008 4:29 PM:

" I would have went if I would have known there would be more people my age (Under 30). Nothing bores me more than the over 40 crowd.. "

kevin wrote on Jun 20, 2008 6:17 PM:

" ateacher, I'm glad you clarified the problem as I was sitting next to you and couldn't quite bring myself to ask... "

funnyme wrote on Jun 20, 2008 7:55 PM:

" Darn it. I knew I was going to miss a lot. I was hoping for the original date (Thu 6/12)...
Dan? Dan? Please, organize another one...Pronto!
I thought about you all while at work though. "

kevin wrote on Jun 20, 2008 8:10 PM:

" ateacher: I'm glad you clarified the problem as I was sitting next to you and couldn't quite bring myself to ask...

steph: where do I know you from?? "

Dan Ross wrote on Jun 21, 2008 12:23 AM:

" vocal:
I would expect this group to get together agan somewtime soon, with the Bloggermania concept continuing with a variety of sequels, sort of like the never-ending Halloween movie sequels, no?
I can see it now, Bloggermania 4, a New Beginning "

Dan Ross wrote on Jun 21, 2008 12:25 AM:

" ppf:
One of the things a group get-together is good for is to show everyone that you are human .. or bird in your case ... similar to how MarshaMarsha described in his entry on the new blog going on Bloggermania ... "

Dan Ross wrote on Jun 21, 2008 12:26 AM:

" nvchell:
no worries, I bore people of all ages. Maybe yu can be in charge of recruiting the NextGen Bloggermania event "

Dan Ross wrote on Jun 21, 2008 12:28 AM:

" funnyme:
See the reply to vocal, there's something a'brewing that involves the "regulars," and I'll add you two to the e-mail list to keep you two up-to-date "

nvchell wrote on Jun 21, 2008 10:07 AM:

" Dann Ross,

I would love too, But you know what happens when a group of young people get together and have fun in Napa, dont you?

It gets shut down...lol. For no good reason.

I dont think Napa can stand the idea of young ones having a good time. "

steph wrote on Jun 21, 2008 11:39 AM:

" Kevin--I'll never tell.

Ok, I'm a Trader Joe's junkie.

What? That's not it? Well, if you know me from somewhere, I'm not there anymore. I've moved on.

How's that?

:) "

steph wrote on Jun 21, 2008 11:40 AM:

" wowquebonita was there.

She's gotta be under 30, by a lot.

And, wow, she's que bonita!

But the rest of us, safe to say we're all in the over-40 crowd.

But NOT! BORING! No waaaaaaaaaaaaay! "

Skip M. wrote on Jun 21, 2008 11:41 AM:

" Vocal: Interstate 80 runs east to west, so I assume you are asking north versus south (Darned Yakees!). The area North of 80 is certainly the better area in my opinion. This is where I live. NEC, HP, the Galleria Shopping mall region, are all in North Roseville. This is also where the newer development is happening, even in a bogged down economy. If your son is going to work in Natomas, he could live in the northwest part of Roseville and take Baseline road for a straight and uncongested shot to HWY-99 and the Natomas area. "

vocal-de-local wrote on Jun 21, 2008 1:40 PM:

" Skip, It seems the Northwest area nearly borders Antelope. There is an older section of town there from what I recall. Perhaps a fixer upper would be a good investment as long as it's a descent area. But the Northwest area along the freeway doesn't look all that great. He would prefer a newer area I think.

I know where the Galleria Shopping Mall is located. Indeed, it's a nice area. We've been keeping an eye on foreclosures in the area for hopes of a good deal. At this point he wants to become really familiar with the market, wait a year, then make a move. But yes, Roseville is probably the best investment in the area. Thanks for the feedback! "

vocal-de-local wrote on Jun 21, 2008 2:02 PM:

" nvchell, maybe you could muster some strength from the over 40 bloggermaniacs and gain support for your cause? Perhaps our collective voices will gain some type of influence in the future. How cool for young people to be a part of that! I'm going to encourage my 18 yr old son to accompany me to the next bloggermania gathering.

My son also complains about how there is nothing for people his age to do in this county. Well, complaining isn't going to make anything happen because no one can read your minds. Find a venue, like NVR online and encourage some of those who agree with your perspective to offer their opinions here. If you want young people to count, you need to make yourselves visible just like anyone else who gains political clout! You're lucky that you have a place where it's easy to be visible. In my day, online didn't exist and young people were limited in the ways in which they could exert their influence. "

vocal-de-local wrote on Jun 21, 2008 2:25 PM:

" Dan, I love your idea of themes! I think we should survey blogger/posters and encourage input into preferred location, time, and theme. I visualize more of a "Cheers" gathering next time but it would be nice to leave it up to the collective input of posters don't you think?

As far as location goes, we could make arrangements with a wine bar, a restaurant who would allow us the use of their outdoor space, or a place at the Chefs Market I suppose. A wine bar might be difficult if we want younger people to attend, though.

As far as time goes, I think we should arrange a gathering at the end of summer, before the season changes, maybe a Harvest Bloggermania or a Octoberfest Bloggermania? It's doubtful anyone will want to attend once bad weather settles in.

One thing about blogger/posters which should be considered, I think they are a group of fairly independent minded, opinionated individuals who share a common stubborn streak! They want ownership of their experiences. If they are allowed input, they will come.

Bloggermania has a real potential of becoming a community within a community. We can disagree, but at the end of the day, we can agree to disagree and still like each other, I hope! "

Dan Ross wrote on Jun 21, 2008 4:26 PM:

" nvchell:
well, it sounds like this could be a good place to help generate ideas, ways and places for a younger crowd to enjoy Napa.
If you'd been here Thursday night, you'd have seen the new toy, the new setup so people could initiate their own forums, their own ways to initiate ideas and conversations without having to wait for a story or reader forum set up by me for the ideas to get flowing.
This is coming soon, the group here Thursday is going to be part of getting it started.
Want to be part too? "

Skip M. wrote on Jun 21, 2008 9:42 PM:

" How about descending on The Smoking Cat for the next event? This would encourage that under forty crowd to attend and provide a really neat atmosphere (from what I have read).

NVCHell: Most of us, particularly those of us who grew up in Napa completely understand your concern about this community having a less than welcoming attitude toward it’s young people. You have more allies in this forum that you might think. Absolutely come to the next gathering and bring your friends.

At the risk of going religious, a minister friend of mine once told me that you can tell the health of a church by the number of young people in it. If the congregation is full of geriatrics, the church is in real trouble. It is the same for a community. If we do not include the views and perspectives of our young people in the debate or discussion, the community is doomed. "

plasticpinkflamingo wrote on Jun 24, 2008 11:01 AM:

" Hey Dwayne -

Dwayne wrote on Jun 19, 2008 7:02 PM:
" I left my uniforn, gun, and badge at home, and wore Plasticpinkflamingo's nametag....

Haaaaaaaaaaaaa....... "

Dwayne:
For Bloggermania II you can wear my name tag again if I can wear your uniform, gun and badge! Hahahahahahahahahaha!!!!! "

ADark1 wrote on Jun 24, 2008 12:54 PM:

" Dwayne?,

If we have a President that wants to dress up like a pilot and a cowboy, why NOT have a Plastic Pink Flamingo dress up like a Cop!

*I can hear the crowds chanting now...PPF! PPF! PPF! PPF!.......... It would be interesting to see how the Pink One gave a lesson on handcuffing though! :) "

ADark1 wrote on Jun 24, 2008 2:31 PM:

" BTW?

I think we should have a name that pothole contest for Bloggermania II! "

plasticpinkflamingo wrote on Jun 24, 2008 3:05 PM:

" ADark1 -
handcuffs are easy - the flamingo holds the perp by the . . . well let's say a very tender area with our long angled beak, and the perp puts the handcuffs on himself. Gladly.

I'm just trying to figure out how to pin on the badge - how do the dogs wear their badges? Hey Ringo, you out there?

BTW, have you given China her smoochies for today? See "Smooches for Pooches" in the Real Napa section. She may be so happy she will forget to snarf on you. Ewwww dog snarf! "

plasticpinkflamingo wrote on Jun 24, 2008 3:08 PM:

" Now that I think it over, a pink flamingo dressed like a cop is too "Village People" for me.

But I do like the pothole idea. What about a Blogger's Pothole, filled with our rejected/removed posts? We could fill up a lot of potholes real quick. "

diehard4ever wrote on Jun 25, 2008 8:15 PM:

" I WISH I WAS THERE!!!
I wanted to come but both my parents were working, and well, I have to wait a couple more years until I get my license...or do I? Kidding!

OGreatPinkOne-
You dressed up as a Secret Service Agent could be funny. Do flamingos have ears?

BTW Does anyone seriously know what I could wear? (Not that you couldn't tell who I am right away anyways. I'm probably around 6 inches shorter than all of you anyways), but seriously, any ideas? "

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