NJ/NY people near Princeton--want to meet up? [Archive] - The Well-Trained Mind Forums (aka Hive Mind)

Aunty Social

09-29-2008, 07:05 AM

I'd love to! Let me know the details when you've got them figured out.

edited to add: Just spoke with my dh, and while right now he is free, there is the possibility that a couple of big projects at work could blow up. So....right now, I'm able to make it, but later in the week that could change.

but I really, really, hope I can come! :)

*anj*

09-29-2008, 08:05 AM

Absolutely. I'm in! :001_smile:

Stacy in NJ

09-29-2008, 08:16 AM

you'll be at the Princeton Library? Or, do you prefer to keep it intimate? I know some Jersey girls who would be pretty excited to hear you speak.:001_smile:

melissel

09-29-2008, 08:30 AM

Absolutely! Just let us know where and when.

Remudamom

09-29-2008, 08:54 AM

Make sure someone brings their camera!

WTMindy

09-29-2008, 09:20 AM

How much are flights from Spokane to New Jersey?!?

Susan Wise Bauer

09-29-2008, 10:46 AM

you'll be at the Princeton Library? Or, do you prefer to keep it intimate? I know some Jersey girls who would be pretty excited to hear you speak.:001_smile:

Stacy and ALL,

please do. It's a public event and there's nothing worse than speaking to a mostly empty room. When I was just starting out I once gave a lecture to TWO PEOPLE. Didn't really know which one to look at....

SWB

*anj*

09-29-2008, 10:48 AM

What's the topic, Susan?

Mary in NJ

09-29-2008, 11:21 AM

I wish I could attend. I used to live a couple miles from the library. But in June, the Army could stand it no longer and uprooted us again. Now we are in the South.

Best of luck!

Colleen in NS

09-29-2008, 11:22 AM

Stacy and ALL,

please do. It's a public event and there's nothing worse than speaking to a mostly empty room. When I was just starting out I once gave a lecture to TWO PEOPLE. Didn't really know which one to look at....

SWB

Wish I could come!

One time I attended a lecture at a library, and I was the ONLY audience member!!!! There were two or three speakers, so we sat in a circle and they told me all about being a doula and I bombarded them with questions. It was great (for me, anyway, they were pretty disappointed that no one else showed up).

Gretchen in NJ

09-29-2008, 11:24 AM

I live very close to Princeton. I would love to come.

Gretchen in NJ

09-29-2008, 11:27 AM

I wish I could attend. I used to live a couple miles from the library. But in June, the Army could stand it no longer and uprooted us again. Now we are in the South.

Best of luck!
I :auto: by your old place yesterday. I miss you Mary in NJ not really in NJ anymore.

Tammyla

09-29-2008, 11:54 AM

I wish I could come meet up with everyone. Enjoy!

I live very close to Princeton. I would love to come.

Twinmom

09-29-2008, 01:00 PM

Oh, I'm so very jealous right now! Please, please come speak in North Carolina! Charlotte, to be specific. :D

Susan Wise Bauer

09-29-2008, 01:15 PM

What's the topic, Susan?

Here's the info from the Princeton website:

Monday, October 6, 2008
7:30-9:00 p.m., Thinking Allowed
The Art of the Public Grovel: Sexual Sin and Public Confession in America
In this fascinating and important history of public confession in modern America, author Susan Wise Bauer explains why and how evangelical-style confession became a mainstream secular American rite. Revealing the rhetoric, theology and history that lie behind every successful public plea for forgiveness, The Art of the Public Grovel will interest anyone who has ever wondered why Bill Clinton is still popular while Jim Bakker fell out of public view.
(Fireplace area, second floor)

Website
http://www.princeton.lib.nj.us/events/adults/b37f9892-7f92-1b42-a20c-6a17808cf918.html

Gretchen in NJ

09-29-2008, 01:21 PM

melissel

09-29-2008, 02:16 PM

:hurray:I just hired a babysitter.:hurray:

Dh is out of town on business that week. I almost:svengo:.

Susan,
Do you think we will be meeting before or after you talk? If you are taking votes, I vote for before and after.;)

:lol:

Good point. Before would be better for me, but I could prevail upon DH to step up to the plate if everyone else wants to meet afterward.

Susan Wise Bauer

09-29-2008, 02:27 PM

It looks like it might run late. How about before? Anyone know a reasonable place where we could meet up for dinner around 5:30 or 6? I'm staying at the Nassau Inn and don't have a car.

Then if anyone wants to hang around and paint the town afterwards, we could discuss that. :-)

SWB

melissel

09-29-2008, 02:59 PM

Well, Panera's almost right around the corner, I think, and they have a good-sized back room for hanging out and being rowdy :D Other that, PJ's is the only other place I've eaten in there for a long time, and I'm not sure that would work. Is Triumph Brewery still there? That would probably be a fun place to eat with a group. Anyone know?

ThriceBlessed

09-29-2008, 04:13 PM

I am so jealous of all you East coasters right now. Susan, should you ever come to the West coast I would *love* to have a meet up. :)

Blessings,

lwilliams1922

09-29-2008, 04:59 PM

I REALLY wish I could!!!

I suppose that would be better than planning a trip to visit William and Mary and hoping we accidentally bump into you. :0

We moved from VA to Northern NY. So if you have ANY plans further Noth PLEASE let me know. :auto:

Karenciavo

09-29-2008, 05:12 PM

I'll be there.

*anj*

09-29-2008, 06:27 PM

Well, it depends on what you want to eat. Then there's Teresa Caffe (http://terramomo.com/docs/ter_dinner.pdf), which is really good, and moderately priced. I just found out that The Original Soup Man (http://www.originalsoupman.com/l_location.aspx?lid=25) (you know, "No soup for you!" from "Seinfeld.") has opened a franchise in Princeton. That could be tasty and inexpensive. And it's very conveniently located in Palmer Square, which is a short walk from the Library. I like to go to Winberie's (http://www.selectrestaurants.com/cafew/princeton/pdf/3001-DM.pdf) for pub type food.

Later on there are two places, even three, that have really good ice cream.
First, there's the Halo Pub (http://www.palmersquare.com/store.asp?StoreID=16). It's owned by a local micro-dairy, and is a local favorite. Then there's Thomas Sweet (http://thomassweet.com/locations.html), which is legendary. The original one is near the Rutgers campus. They make their own chocolate and their own ice cream and they are top notch. I've loved them since my days at Rutgers, but I also want to mention that last spring they were generous enough to donate about 20 gallons of ice cream to our Homeschool Choir's end of year picnic. :D The Bent Spoon (http://www.thebentspoon.net/) has organic ice cream, some of which is flavored with locally grown fruit. Unfortunately they close at 6 on Mondays.

There's also a Starbucks nearby on Nassau Street.

If you're staying at the Nassau Inn, all of these places are a pleasant walk away. A few of them are actually in Palmer Square, where the hotel is located.

DB in NJ

09-29-2008, 06:41 PM

I'll be there.

I need to check w/dh, but if I can go, do you want to ride together? PM if you want!

Jumping In Puddles

09-29-2008, 07:12 PM

Sounds like fun. I don't think it would be too far for me so count me in. :)

NJKelli

09-29-2008, 07:31 PM

I'd really like to go, too!

Kelli

Gretchen in NJ

09-29-2008, 08:04 PM

We love Teresa Caffe as well as Mediterra (http://terramomo.com/docs/med_dinner.pdf) which is run by the same people. We also enjoy eating at Witherspoon Grill (http://www.jmgroupprinceton.com/menu.html?menu=3) which is a steak house and Blue Point Grill (http://www.jmgroupprinceton.com/menu.html?menu=2) which has excellent seafood.

All of these resturants try to purchase locally grow food .

Karenciavo

09-29-2008, 08:16 PM

I'd really like to go, too!

Kelli

What part of South Jersey? I live by Voorhees and will be driving up.

DB in NJ

09-29-2008, 09:15 PM

What part of South Jersey? I live by Voorhees and will be driving up.

Would you be going up 295 or the Turnpike? I'm at Exit 5 off the Turnpike, and there are quite a few exits off 295 that are nearby (one way or the other! LOL).

Kelli, whereabouts in SJ are you??

Karenciavo

09-29-2008, 09:17 PM

Would you be going up 295 or the Turnpike? I'm at Exit 5 off the Turnpike, and there are quite a few exits off 295 that are nearby (one way or the other! LOL).

Kelli, whereabouts in SJ are you??

Either way, I'm near both.

Quiver0f10

09-30-2008, 08:16 AM

No fair! Come to Arkansas :D

Susan Wise Bauer

09-30-2008, 10:29 AM

I LOVE the look of Teresa Caffe--fancy pizza is my favorite indulgence. Let's meet up there at 5:30 PM. Does that work?

If so, and if you can come, post a visitor message on my forum page so I can get a head count.

SWB

M&M

09-30-2008, 12:02 PM

:party:

Elm in NJ

09-30-2008, 12:42 PM

*anj*

09-30-2008, 02:50 PM

I would love to come but dh plays soccer on Monday nights and I don't know if he will want to drive me to Princeton. I have to be extra nice to him the next few days and beg. Anyone around exit 9?

Elmeryl

Normally I would be able to pick you up, or at least give you a ride from my house, but I probably won't be leaving from my house. I am trying to figure out how to get my kids from Point A to Point B while I'm heading to Point C. Yikes!

NJKelli

09-30-2008, 06:02 PM

What part of South Jersey? I live by Voorhees and will be driving up.

I'm right next door! I'll pm you and DB in NJ!

Kelli

Testimony

10-01-2008, 09:20 AM

You will be coming to Princeton, NJ on Oct. 6th at 7:30 PM. That will be the closest that I will ever get to seeing you in NJ. I live in North Jersey, but I am willing to take the hike.

I truly enjoy hearing you speak. You are one of the best motivational speakers around. I just need directions because my GPS is in the shop.

May the Lord bless you and keep you on your journey.

Sincerely,
Karen
www.homeschoolblogger.com/testimony

Gretchen in NJ

10-01-2008, 12:23 PM

Normally I would be able to pick you up, or at least give you a ride from my house, but I probably won't be leaving from my house. I am trying to figure out how to get my kids from Point A to Point B while I'm heading to Point C. Yikes!
I know how you feel. I am doing the same.

Jumping In Puddles

10-01-2008, 01:24 PM

Elm in NJ

10-01-2008, 03:04 PM

I will be there. The kids have soccer and cub scouts that day and dh is willing to shuttle everyone to the various activities, including me.

RegularMom

10-02-2008, 01:38 PM

I'm in Bucks County, PA, and only about an hour away from Princeton. I'd like to come too, if there's room for one more. And I know of another mom near me who also might want to come.

What's really wild is that I grew up in Princeton, and I spent my summers hanging out in the Princeton Public Library, so not only would I have a chance to hear you speak, but I'd also get a wild ride on memory lane.

Thanks.

rockermom

10-03-2008, 12:06 AM

Stacy and ALL,

please do. It's a public event and there's nothing worse than speaking to a mostly empty room. When I was just starting out I once gave a lecture to TWO PEOPLE. Didn't really know which one to look at....

SWB

RockerDad needs to read this post. He doesn't believe me when I tell him that it's easier to perform in front of a large crowd.

I wish I lived in the area.

Susan Wise Bauer

10-03-2008, 09:37 AM

RegularMom: plenty of room.

and rockermom: you are SO RIGHT. Wish you were able to come.

SWB

RegularMom

10-03-2008, 02:38 PM

I'll be there. Save me a seat at the pizza place.

Sahamamama

10-04-2008, 09:22 PM

I just need directions because my GPS is in the shop.

Karen,

Here's the webpage with the library's address, 65 Witherspoon Street:

http://www.princetonlibrary.org/about/hours.html

There's a link on that page to a Yahoo map, or you can GoogleMap the address to come up with directions. HTH.

Beth B. in Ewing, NJ

Sahamamama

10-04-2008, 09:56 PM

Hello, Dr. Bauer -- ;)

I'd like to come, too. I'll ask my husband what his plans are for Monday evening and if he can cover for me with the girls, then I'll get back to let you know. Either way, thanks for the invite!

Beth B. in Ewing, New Jersey (about 25 minutes from Princeton)

Sahamamama

10-05-2008, 08:01 AM

If so, and if you can come, post a visitor message on my forum page so I can get a head count.

SWB

Where do we post a message? Do you mean HERE? --

http://susanwisebauer.com/blog/?cat=5

I don't see any RSVPs. I must be in the wrong place. ???????

Karenciavo

10-05-2008, 09:46 AM

Where do we post a message? Do you mean HERE? --

http://susanwisebauer.com/blog/?cat=5

I don't see any RSVPs. I must be in the wrong place. ???????

No, click on Susan's name next to her avatar above, then click on "view public profile." You should see a rectangle with lots of tabs on top, click on "visitor messages" (2nd tab), type your message in the text box and post your RSVP.

Looking forward to seeing you :001_smile:
Karen

LisaNY

10-05-2008, 09:51 AM

Just so I'm clear on the details - The plan is to meet at 5:30, before the seminar at the library? We will not be meeting again after the seminar is over, correct?

Puma Mom

10-05-2008, 02:09 PM

I'm going to be speaking at the Princeton Public Library at 7:30 on Monday, October 6. Are any of you interested in coming and meeting up for coffee before or after the event?

Just thought it might be fun--

SWBI'd love to. However, ds has a soccer game at 4 pm, and dh will be in Albany tomorrow. If I could foist him off with someone else (which is tough because the game is 45 away from us), I'd still be left with dd.

Susan Wise Bauer

10-05-2008, 02:39 PM

Just so I'm clear on the details - The plan is to meet at 5:30, before the seminar at the library? We will not be meeting again after the seminar is over, correct?

That's my plan so far. 5:30 at the restaurant.

Sahamamama

10-05-2008, 05:53 PM

Looking forward to seeing you :001_smile:
Karen

Thanks, Karen! I look forward to seeing you, too! The funny thing is, I know I'm going to be looking around for someone who looks exactly like Galadriel.

Hmmm..... where is Karen (think, Galadriel)? I'll probably be staring right past you, looking for Galadriel, musing on the lives of elves. I wonder why? ;)

Karenciavo

10-05-2008, 07:03 PM

Thanks, Karen! I look forward to seeing you, too! The funny thing is, I know I'm going to be looking around for someone who looks exactly like Galadriel.

Hmmm..... where is Karen (think, Galadriel)? I'll probably be staring right past you, looking for Galadriel, musing on the lives of elves. I wonder why? ;)

Yup, if you're looking for a tall, thin blond with pointy ears you will definitely miss me. :D

Gretchen in NJ

10-06-2008, 11:28 AM

Yup, if you're looking for a tall, thin blond with pointy ears you will definitely miss me. :D
You mean that is not you???? :svengo:

I think that will be the hardest thing for me tonight. Seeing the people and not the avatar.:001_huh:

M&M

10-06-2008, 01:06 PM

Looks like I'm not going to make it after all. Have a great time and take lots of pictures!!

*anj*

10-06-2008, 01:14 PM

Looks like I'm not going to make it after all. Have a great time and take lots of pictures!!

Oh no!!!!!!!!!!!! :ohmy:
Okay, I'm sure that someone will bring along a camera.
We'll miss you. :crying:

LisaNY

10-06-2008, 01:27 PM

I'm not going to make it, either. I went to bed last night feeling like I was coming down with something, and I don't feel much better today. If I didn't have to drive by myself, I might try to make the 1 1/2 hour trip.

I'm very sad to be missing this. I even had a dream that I met all of you. :crying:

*anj*

10-06-2008, 01:31 PM

:(:(:(

Okay, Ladies.
I'm leaving my house now and I'll be out for the rest of the afternoon/evening.
I'll post again when I get home tonight! :001_smile:

RegularMom

10-06-2008, 02:05 PM

I'll bring a camera, just in case. Sorry to be missing some of you.

RegularDad's on strict orders to leave work On Time, so that I can get on the road by 4:00, but even with that, traffic coming from here into Princeton will probably be heavy, so I might be late to dinner, but I'll be there as soon as I can.

Edited to add: Oh wait! RegularDad just called. He's coming home early just so I can get an early start. Isn't he sweet? So, I should be on time. :)

melissel

10-06-2008, 02:29 PM

I can't make it either!!! Well, I probably could, but that burning smell my car is making is telling I really shouldn't try *sigh* I'm so very sad; I was really looking forward to meeting everyone IRL. Susan, I hope you'll let us know the next time you're in the area so we can meet up again.

Testimony

10-06-2008, 03:00 PM

I am crying because I cannot make it. I tried to arrange to go, but I am simply overwhelmed. I was going to try and come down with Lisa in NY, but I have sooo much.:crying:

When you came to the ENOCH convention several years ago, you so inspired me. My husband was talking with me this past weekend. It is crazy. He told me. He is working and will get home by 5 PM. I could never get there by 5:30 PM. I live 1 hour and 22 minutes away base upon Mapquest. So, I love you all and hope the best. I pray that you can come up this part of the woods someday.

Blessing to you and everyone.

Sincerely,
Karen
www.homeschoolblogger.com/testimony