I am super excited about the whole thing!!! Can't wait to get back to Nashville, can't wait for the pre-party, can't wait for the shows!!! I am going to do some begging here, so help me out, peeps! Some of you may know that raffles are illegal in Tennessee without a prior permit. Permits are only issued July through December, and are not easily approved. I found out a few weeks ago, but didn't say anything here, as I was trying to figure out how to get around it. Apparently, I can't. Not only would I get in trouble (which might be a bit of an adventure), but so might Nashville Cares and BRB. So, I have been a bit stressed, as I would think that the raffles bring in a good bit of money for the beneficiary. Silent auctions are great, and we are doing them at the Nashville pre-party, but the thing with a silent auction is that you have to have something that a specific person really wants to get the bidding up.
Anyhoo, our first thought was to have a raffle, but make sure everyone got a "prize". However, if the prizes aren't equal, including the actual prize for that raffle, we can still be shut down. So, first I need input. I was thinking of doing give-a-way prizes and guilting everyone into just straight up donating. This alleviates the need for a classic raffle, and still makes it exciting to see who will win. I want to have a solid plan in place so that we don't get there with the intention of doing a classic raffle and being told that we cannot with no backup plan.
Secondly, I need to beg for some great silent auction prizes, as well as more items for the give-a-ways. I know that a lot of you have offered to bring something, but I have no idea what all it might be. I have been buying some small things to give away, but my husband is going to divorce me if I keep it up. LOL
Let me know your thoughts. They are valued and appreciated!!!
I still want you all to "take care"--I am just damn tired of typing it.
We'll figure out a way around it. How about you put out a donation box and you just do "giveaways" every 15 minutes or so...have people write their names down and draw from a box. We can give out donated items, etc. That is one sure way to get around the raffle problem.
The auctions will bring in a fair amount of cash too!
While raising a lot of money is great, you're also shining light on an organization that may not normally get a full-days attention.
I don't have anything big for silent auctions, but I'm good for some CD's and stuff, so we'll have something to give away. Plus, I'm sure folks will show up with things to donate.
Again, don't stress! You're doing an awesome job Krista!
Cheers,
Brent
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"We paced ourselves and we didn't rush through it and we tried to be as creative as our collective minds would let us be over some course of time instead of just trying to rush through a record"
I would like to RSVP if possible (+ guest)! I guess I'm tentative since I'll be driving from Indiana and am not too familiar with Nashville, but would love the chance to pre-party with other PJ fans! Um, I'm stingy and probably won't be able to part with any of my PJ stuff for the raffle, but I'll make a donation for the cause regardless.
I would like to RSVP if possible (+ guest)! I guess I'm tentative since I'll be driving from Indiana and am not too familiar with Nashville, but would love the chance to pre-party with other PJ fans! Um, I'm stingy and probably won't be able to part with any of my PJ stuff for the raffle, but I'll make a donation for the cause regardless.
Alright! Another native hoosier going to Nashville! See you there!
I would like to RSVP if possible (+ guest)! I guess I'm tentative since I'll be driving from Indiana and am not too familiar with Nashville, but would love the chance to pre-party with other PJ fans! Um, I'm stingy and probably won't be able to part with any of my PJ stuff for the raffle, but I'll make a donation for the cause regardless.
It's right downtown within walking distance of the Ryman, so you should be golden man.
PBM
"We paced ourselves and we didn't rush through it and we tried to be as creative as our collective minds would let us be over some course of time instead of just trying to rush through a record"
What are The Electronic Options??? Text/email notification/"free"signup.. maybe pick up after the show or whatever. Add links to Nashville Cares for aditional afterthought donations... I dont know really, but ill keep thinkin...
Hello, everyone! I spoke with Rachel at BRB this morning, and we are all set for next week! I am soo excited! Going out on Thursday to pick up the silent auction forms, have the Wishlist box here (for Nashville, Memphis and Atlanta) and will be dividing it up this weekend, packing my bags on Friday because I am super-excited, and repeating my mantra that I will "not have too much to drink at the pre-party". LOL
Thanks for all of the donation offers! I will update the first thread with RSVPs and donations this afternoon. I am hoping some really cool silent auction items I am working on will come through. We shall see, but PBM is right--this thing is going to get Nashville Cares name out in an arena which it might not have otherwise! I am sooo glad that I did this, and can't wait to help with Atlanta!!!
I still want you all to "take care"--I am just damn tired of typing it.
We are still good with the pack mule. I talked with him on Saturday. Just distribute the Wishlist goodies equally & possible leave a few extra for Memphis as we are only having 1 party & the attendees are only having 1 shot of the Wishlist merch.....Maybe 5 or so. Also, thanks for the donation of the picks for the Delta Girls. I think I've seen what you're talking about & they are too cute!
I'm having a issues replying to PM's so this was the easiest & quickest way to get back to ya, sorry!
Good Luck & Great Prosperity!
Melissa
I wish I were the verb "to trust" and never let you down
Hey friendly Nashvillians.... anyone have an extra ticket to sell for night 2?
I gotta go and see Ed.
Please, please, please PM me..... I'm growing desparate as the days begin to count down to Thursday.
PS -- I'm a cool, low number 10c fan... not going to demand "Soon forget" the moment EV walks out after Mr. Finn. I respect the intimacy of the Ryman and will be a worthy fan to attend the show. Promise!
I just updated the first post with RSVPs and donated items. If I missed your or your item, please let me know! It wasn't intentional...
To all my helpers...I will send out a PM this weekend, although there really isn't that much to do! Eddiewouldknow is bringing a cash box, and I am picking up the forms for the silent auction this weekend! I do need a bucket for the drawings, slips of paper (about 50 or so), and pens (for both the drawing box and the silent auction sheets--say, 10 or so?).
On a BRB note, they will be doing separate checks for us (which I thought was super-cool with a larger group and the possibility of food orders). We will have access to the full menu, which is also super-cool, as their food rocks! We may have one of the brewmasters for BRB in attendance as well! I am going to have a sign-in sheet as well, so be sure to sign in when you arrive...
Have a great day, party people.
I still want you all to "take care"--I am just damn tired of typing it.
My plan is to leave work at noon and drive to Nashville. I hope to be at BRB around 4 or so...see you guys next week!
PBM
"We paced ourselves and we didn't rush through it and we tried to be as creative as our collective minds would let us be over some course of time instead of just trying to rush through a record"
I plan on getting to Nashville around noon or so. Once checked in to the hotel, I'm gonna start hitting the bars along broadway. Looks like the BRB is at the end, so I might be crawling in. Anyone interested in doing a bar crawl along broadway prior to the Pre-Party?
Looks like the BRB is at the end, so I might be crawling in. Anyone interested in doing a bar crawl along broadway prior to the Pre-Party?
It's definitely at the end...there are some great little bars along Broadway...usually with live music going on. Enjoy all of what Music City has to offer!
PBM
"We paced ourselves and we didn't rush through it and we tried to be as creative as our collective minds would let us be over some course of time instead of just trying to rush through a record"
One week bump...I am be there earlier than expected if you need some extra help.
Cheers,
PBM
"We paced ourselves and we didn't rush through it and we tried to be as creative as our collective minds would let us be over some course of time instead of just trying to rush through a record"
One week bump...I am be there earlier than expected if you need some extra help.
Cheers,
PBM
Awesome! We are getting into town on Tuesday night, so we are going to drop by there for a drink and check out our area. Wish I had a great tablecloth for the silent auction/give-a-way table(s). I am going to talk to Rachel or Troy at BRB to see if they have any, and if not--will swing by the Target up there and pick a few up. I might even have my amazing seamstress do a cool logo on them for future WL use!
I still want you all to "take care"--I am just damn tired of typing it.
Regarding any posters being brought for the silent auction/give-a-ways...if you know what you are bringing, will you send me a PM so that I can print out small pictures of it to laminate and put on the table? Also, let me know if you think your poster would work better as a silent auction or a give-a-way item. I have no freakin' idea what all these posters are worth, so I am going to need some guidance.
Thank you!!! Getting super excited looking through all of the Wishlist stuff! I wonder if Laura sent the two really cute items in a SMALL so that I would have to buy them??? My husband has already been trying to buy off of me, and my 8-year old has determined that he will need to have a ticket book for his personal use. I have told them HANDS OFF, PEOPLE for now! LOL
I still want you all to "take care"--I am just damn tired of typing it.
Comments
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10 days and counting til the first show!!!
Anyhoo, our first thought was to have a raffle, but make sure everyone got a "prize". However, if the prizes aren't equal, including the actual prize for that raffle, we can still be shut down. So, first I need input. I was thinking of doing give-a-way prizes and guilting everyone into just straight up donating. This alleviates the need for a classic raffle, and still makes it exciting to see who will win. I want to have a solid plan in place so that we don't get there with the intention of doing a classic raffle and being told that we cannot with no backup plan.
Secondly, I need to beg for some great silent auction prizes, as well as more items for the give-a-ways. I know that a lot of you have offered to bring something, but I have no idea what all it might be. I have been buying some small things to give away, but my husband is going to divorce me if I keep it up. LOL
Let me know your thoughts. They are valued and appreciated!!!
http://www.youtube.com/user/kcherub#p/a/u/0/N-UQprRqSwo
We'll figure out a way around it. How about you put out a donation box and you just do "giveaways" every 15 minutes or so...have people write their names down and draw from a box. We can give out donated items, etc. That is one sure way to get around the raffle problem.
The auctions will bring in a fair amount of cash too!
While raising a lot of money is great, you're also shining light on an organization that may not normally get a full-days attention.
I don't have anything big for silent auctions, but I'm good for some CD's and stuff, so we'll have something to give away. Plus, I'm sure folks will show up with things to donate.
Again, don't stress! You're doing an awesome job Krista!
Cheers,
Brent
Wishlist Foundation: http://wishlistfoundation.org
Alright! Another native hoosier going to Nashville! See you there!
It's right downtown within walking distance of the Ryman, so you should be golden man.
PBM
Wishlist Foundation: http://wishlistfoundation.org
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Thanks for all of the donation offers! I will update the first thread with RSVPs and donations this afternoon. I am hoping some really cool silent auction items I am working on will come through. We shall see, but PBM is right--this thing is going to get Nashville Cares name out in an arena which it might not have otherwise! I am sooo glad that I did this, and can't wait to help with Atlanta!!!
http://www.youtube.com/user/kcherub#p/a/u/0/N-UQprRqSwo
We are still good with the pack mule. I talked with him on Saturday. Just distribute the Wishlist goodies equally & possible leave a few extra for Memphis as we are only having 1 party & the attendees are only having 1 shot of the Wishlist merch.....Maybe 5 or so. Also, thanks for the donation of the picks for the Delta Girls. I think I've seen what you're talking about & they are too cute!
I'm having a issues replying to PM's so this was the easiest & quickest way to get back to ya, sorry!
Good Luck & Great Prosperity!
Melissa
I gotta go and see Ed.
Please, please, please PM me..... I'm growing desparate as the days begin to count down to Thursday.
PS -- I'm a cool, low number 10c fan... not going to demand "Soon forget" the moment EV walks out after Mr. Finn. I respect the intimacy of the Ryman and will be a worthy fan to attend the show. Promise!
PM sent. I'd love to buy that 10c ticket!
To all my helpers...I will send out a PM this weekend, although there really isn't that much to do! Eddiewouldknow is bringing a cash box, and I am picking up the forms for the silent auction this weekend! I do need a bucket for the drawings, slips of paper (about 50 or so), and pens (for both the drawing box and the silent auction sheets--say, 10 or so?).
On a BRB note, they will be doing separate checks for us (which I thought was super-cool with a larger group and the possibility of food orders). We will have access to the full menu, which is also super-cool, as their food rocks! We may have one of the brewmasters for BRB in attendance as well! I am going to have a sign-in sheet as well, so be sure to sign in when you arrive...
Have a great day, party people.
http://www.youtube.com/user/kcherub#p/a/u/0/N-UQprRqSwo
PBM
Wishlist Foundation: http://wishlistfoundation.org
Can I party too?
Looking forward to meeting everyone.
It's definitely at the end...there are some great little bars along Broadway...usually with live music going on. Enjoy all of what Music City has to offer!
PBM
Wishlist Foundation: http://wishlistfoundation.org
Got the money box......:)
My dontation item is the "limited edition" team McCready shirt!!!!!
I CANT WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
xo
signed: Mike McCready :geek:
http://www.youtube.com/user/kcherub#p/a/u/0/N-UQprRqSwo
Cheers,
PBM
Wishlist Foundation: http://wishlistfoundation.org
Awesome! We are getting into town on Tuesday night, so we are going to drop by there for a drink and check out our area. Wish I had a great tablecloth for the silent auction/give-a-way table(s). I am going to talk to Rachel or Troy at BRB to see if they have any, and if not--will swing by the Target up there and pick a few up. I might even have my amazing seamstress do a cool logo on them for future WL use!
http://www.youtube.com/user/kcherub#p/a/u/0/N-UQprRqSwo
Well, of course! Wish it were in person, but I will try to find a relayer for the pre-party. LOL
http://www.youtube.com/user/kcherub#p/a/u/0/N-UQprRqSwo
Thank you!!! Getting super excited looking through all of the Wishlist stuff! I wonder if Laura sent the two really cute items in a SMALL so that I would have to buy them??? My husband has already been trying to buy off of me, and my 8-year old has determined that he will need to have a ticket book for his personal use. I have told them HANDS OFF, PEOPLE for now! LOL
http://www.youtube.com/user/kcherub#p/a/u/0/N-UQprRqSwo