+ purplekow Posted March 16 Posted March 16 David SF has, in the past, had a small get together at this home the afternoon of the Friday before the Saturday dinner. It gives people a chance to meet and get into the spirit of the weekend. It seems that David is not doing that this year and If there is interest, I would consider having it at my home. So if you would be interested in attending, let me know and if there is sufficient interest I will decide. Please send me a note on this forum's mail. I will wait a week to see if it seems a worthwhile endeavor as I would have to make arrangements for food and drinks. I do have a pool and hot tub which would be open if there is interest. + Balthazar, + Just Sayin, + jrhoutex and 3 others 5 1
PetetKsfo Posted March 16 Posted March 16 Thanks PK - I would be delighted to attend Peter + Charlie 1
nate_sf Posted March 16 Posted March 16 Count me in! I’ll send a PM as well. Thanks for considering doing this! 😎 + Charlie and + Just Sayin 2
+ purplekow Posted March 18 Author Posted March 18 One last night's sleep on this and will have an answer. Thanks for the interest + m_writer 1
+ purplekow Posted March 19 Author Posted March 19 There seems to be interest in having a Friday intro meeting and I have decided I will attempt to follow in the footsteps of DavidSF and have a meeting at my home on the Friday April 10. It does mark the anniversary of the Titanic setting sail, so I hope to be a better fate with this undertaking. I would like to get a head count, as David tells me he always had food left over but he was doing barbecue and as I do not have a grill, I will be doing something different with finger food and some more substantial fare. My house has an old pool and a small hot tub and limited shade so bring sun protection. I also have dogs who will be in a separate room to insure their safety and to prevent you from being licked into submission. I expect the doors to be open at 2 PM and that people will be on their way to other plans in the early evening. If you are planning or thinking about coming, please drop me a message here with your e mail and I will send you the particulars including the address. For those who know Palm Springs, I live in the Demuth Park area, right near Local Animal Shelter near the inersection of Gene Autry and Dinah Shore, an easy 8 minute drive from DownTown Palm Springs. Lots of parking as there is a lot across the street in the park. + Oliver, + Robster, + m_writer and 4 others 2 2 1 2
+ Robster Posted March 19 Posted March 19 @Socalguy and I will be there with bells on, figuratively speaking. Thank you for doing this! + m_writer 1
mike carey Posted March 20 Posted March 20 1 hour ago, Robster said: @Socalguy and I will be there with bells on, figuratively speaking. Thank you for doing this! I would expect nothing less, Rob! And PK, please count me in (also sans bells, although I may reconsider that part). + m_writer 1
+ purplekow Posted March 20 Author Posted March 20 There will be bells but no one will be wearing them, most likely.
+ purplekow Posted March 25 Author Posted March 25 I have sent out the address and basic info for this. Seems about 20 people are interested so far. I think we can do better than that. If you are thinking about attending, do not be shy. It is more a meet and greet and eat and a pool to beat the heat. Just let me know. Those of you who have already answered should have a DM with the address and deets. nate_sf, + Vegas_Millennial, + m_writer and 1 other 1 3
+ Charlie Posted April 3 Posted April 3 Unfortunately, I have a previous commitment that afternoon,, but thanks for the invitation.
jawjateck Posted April 3 Posted April 3 I hoped my schedule would change, but I have a work conflict and will miss the festivities. Hope all y’all have a great time! mike carey, + Oliver, + Robster and 5 others 8
+ Pensant Posted April 4 Posted April 4 21 hours ago, jawjateck said: I hoped my schedule would change, but I have a work conflict and will miss the festivities. Hope all y’all have a great time! Sadly, as do I: a healthcare conference in Charlotte. + Charlie and + Robster 1 1
savantsav Posted Thursday at 05:31 PM Posted Thursday at 05:31 PM I'll arrive late to PS around 9pm or so but will happily meet folks along Arenas
MikeBiDude Posted Thursday at 06:43 PM Posted Thursday at 06:43 PM On 4/4/2026 at 4:16 AM, Pensant said: Sadly, as do I: a healthcare conference in Charlotte. Same…a business obligation in the way of going. That…and my brother decided to do some heavy duty construction work on his Palm Springs house this week. Not only depriving me of a usual place to stay…but also family members going to Coachella were hoping to use the house too 🤣 + Charlie 1
+ purplekow Posted Friday at 06:13 AM Author Posted Friday at 06:13 AM I would like to thank Azdr for his help in preparing my house for visitors. I am pretty laid back about things like clutter and floors, but he is definitely fastidious in these regards. So, although it is not 100%, it is inhabitable for the afternoon. The pool is up to 83 degrees and the small spa will be at 98 with bubbles. Even if you have not sent an RSVP, you are welcome to come between 1 and probably 7 or when the last person leaves. I do not think it will be a huge crowd, probably 20 to 25 if we get all the persons who expressed interest to show. Dress is optional, black tie to white ass well any color ass. See some of you tomorrow. + Vegas_Millennial, + Charlie, nate_sf and 4 others 3 2 1 1
+ purplekow Posted Friday at 07:36 AM Author Posted Friday at 07:36 AM On 4/2/2026 at 8:31 PM, TMB said: Sorry, I am just seeing this. I would love to attend. Well if you are still interested please attend. + Charlie and TMB 1 1
+ purplekow Posted 18 hours ago Author Posted 18 hours ago On 4/2/2026 at 8:31 PM, TMB said: Sorry, I am just seeing this. I would love to attend. Well if you are still interested please attend.
+ purplekow Posted 18 hours ago Author Posted 18 hours ago (edited) Thanks to the 25 to 30 people who attended the meet and greet on Friday. I felt more like a guest than a host as some of you probably noted. Still, I think things worked out really well. Food was sufficient and there were naked men in the pool in the spa and on the patio. The well dressed formed a conversation circle in the living room leaving plenty of room for those passing by the food and drinks. I appreciate all of you who came out and left me with little in the way of left overs. I would definitely consider doing it again next year should Oliver decide to continue this into the 26th year and David SF decides to remain in retirement from hosting. If any of you should return to PS give me a heads up and we will have a meal or a swim or a slap and tickle. Edited 18 hours ago by purplekow + Vegas_Millennial, thomas, mike carey and 8 others 3 1 7
TMB Posted 18 hours ago Posted 18 hours ago And many thanks to YOU! The party was a lot of fun and I had a great time. + m_writer and + Vegas_Millennial 1 1
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