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Title: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 04, 2008, 10:18:37 am

You are cordially invited to Kumoricon’s Winter Masquerade Ball.

Saturday, February 2nd
6:00 PM to Midnight
at
Milwaukie Community Club
10666 SE 42nd Ave, Milwaukie, OR
www.milwaukiecommunityclub.org (http://www.milwaukiecommunityclub.org)

Tickets are available for $15 ($10 if you attended Kumoricon 2007 or have pre-registered for 2008) here. (http://www.kumoricon.org/?page_id=135)

Come join us for a night of music and dancing. This is a formal, masked event—formal dress and a mask are required. Formal Western or Asian attire or formal cosplay are acceptable. For guidelines on acceptable attire, please read the Masquerade Ball Dress Code (http://www.kumoricon.org/forums/index.php?topic=6062.0). Prizes will be awarded for Best Formal Attire and Best Formal Cosplay.

Schedule of Events
6:00 PM – Dance lessons
7:30 PM – Dancing begins
9:00 PM – Prizes awarded
Midnight – Unveiling of the masks

Refreshments will be served, and concessions will be available for purchase.

If you have any questions, please email masquerade@kumoricon.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Rathany on January 04, 2008, 07:23:15 pm

Btw, space is going to be limited for this event.  So, please so pre-register to make sure you are able to attend :)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Nanao_chan on January 05, 2008, 09:43:53 pm

It would be cool if the page for pre-reg was actually there.... it kept telling me that there was nothing that matched my search criteria. Halp! ???

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 06, 2008, 12:35:49 am

Sorry about that glitch... it is there now.  If you are still having problems with it, please let us know.

Thanks :)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: BlackjackGabbiani on January 06, 2008, 02:36:25 am

The link to the page for the location doesn't work. You linked to an ftp rather than a http.

Anyway, does Lift go out that far? That's probably how I'd have to get there.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: DancingTofu on January 06, 2008, 02:58:38 am

I think the closest you can get by Trimet is the Milwaukie Transit Center.  Take the 33 to get to Milwaukie, then walk along Harrison until you get to 42nd.  The walk's about a mile.

If you have a bike, use that.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 06, 2008, 11:58:54 am

The link has been fixed.. sorry about the confusion.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: VampireFangs103 on January 06, 2008, 07:25:44 pm

O.o still not working for me

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Flatline on January 06, 2008, 10:51:04 pm

There's also a 31 stop right near there across the street from a 7-Eleven, so you can get there that way too. From that stop it's just a block away, if that.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: BlackjackGabbiani on January 07, 2008, 03:02:24 am

Ooh, just thought of something else. Will there be mask repair on site? Because I know a lot of people are going to get those cheap ones held up by elastic through a staple, and those have a tendency to snap.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: VampireFangs103 on January 07, 2008, 07:37:33 am

Same thing.

"Sorry, no posts matched your criteria."

Laaaaaaaame. XP

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 07, 2008, 12:32:08 pm

We will try and have some mask repair supplies on site, but we can't guarantee that what we have will be what your mask needs, so please plan accordingly.

VampireFangs - which link are you having problems with?  They all seem to work okay for me.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: VampireFangs103 on January 07, 2008, 07:01:11 pm

I'm just clicking on the link that says "here" to pre-register. It's not working for me. Still says that no posts match my criteria.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Rathany on January 07, 2008, 07:07:42 pm

The link works for me, but not for any non-mod friends I IMed the link to.  There must be some odd setting on the page.  I will poke Jeff :)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: JeffT on January 07, 2008, 08:44:15 pm

The page was indeed only accessible to those with access to edit it, which was a mistake. Sorry for the error, and it has been fixed now. :)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Sayda on January 09, 2008, 03:34:05 am

What is the maximum capacity of the event?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 09, 2008, 11:11:46 am

Attendance will be capped at 350.  This will allow for event staff, and to fit within fire code for the ballroom.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: BlackjackGabbiani on January 09, 2008, 06:02:57 pm

Question--how are people with glasses supposed to wear masks? Are there any masks that could go under glasses?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Sayda on January 09, 2008, 07:54:14 pm

Quote from: Jamiche on January 09, 2008, 11:11:46 am

Attendance will be capped at 350.  This will allow for event staff, and to fit within fire code for the ballroom.

Are you going to let us know when the attendence list is full?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 09, 2008, 08:19:25 pm

You can try to make some sort of mask that attaches to your glasses, or if it is an option, contacts.  There are also the masks that are on sticks... you just have to hold it in place.  Unfortunately, I don't have a ready/easy answer for those attendees that have glasses (one of the organizers is in a similar situation... if she comes up with a brilliant solution, I'll bug her to post it.)

Since registration has only been up for a week, I don't have any numbers yet.  But as we approach our capacity, we will be sure to post so that people know that we are getting close.  If it's possible, I will try to post updates on attendance before that as well.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Rathany on January 09, 2008, 09:15:19 pm

Quote from: Jamiche on January 09, 2008, 08:19:25 pm

You can try to make some sort of mask that attaches to your glasses, or if it is an option, contacts.  There are also the masks that are on sticks... you just have to hold it in place.  Unfortunately, I don't have a ready/easy answer for those attendees that have glasses (one of the organizers is in a similar situation... if she comes up with a brilliant solution, I'll bug her to post it.)
 

I am actually not sure what I am going to do about masks and glasses.  I am going to try attaching a mask to my glasses first and see how that goes. 

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Runa on January 10, 2008, 05:58:09 pm

I've found that attaching a mask to eyeglasses is uncomfortable (unless the mask is VERY light). I have to wear my glasses to function and cannot wear contacts. I'm pondering making some sort of wide brimmed hat with fabric hanging down in front. I may even fix my Katamari head back to the way it was when it was a full mask (only problem is that I can't dance wearing that head). So I'm kinda stuck, too. ???

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: superjaz on January 10, 2008, 07:31:28 pm

chris wears glasses too, that and the fact i was waiting to make a costume when i had a copy of the dress code, now i finaly have it and winter break is over and  school has started for me = no time to sew a costume, guess chris and i will sit this k-con event out

hope you all have a blast tho :)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 10, 2008, 07:45:39 pm

For those of you who are coming to the general meeting this Saturday at the hotel...

We will have mask making supplies available, and will be offering this after the main portion of the meeting.  There will also be dance lessons, for those who want to learn a new dance, or brush up on skills.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 10, 2008, 07:56:50 pm

Aw, Jaz... it won't be the same if you're not there :(  What can we do to change your mind? ;)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Hilla-Buttons on January 11, 2008, 09:28:19 pm

If you need a mask, check out your local Party City. Since Mardi Gras is around the same time, they have quite a selection of masks. Also, check out their old halloween merchandise, that's where we found ours today.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 16, 2008, 05:43:22 pm

Hi guys,

We are looking for people to help staff this event.  If you know how to ballroom dance and would like to help other people learn, if you'd like to help out with registrations or refreshements, or anything else, please PM me, or e-mail us at masquerade@kumoricon.org.  You do not have to be Kumoricon staff to help out at this event, you just have to want to help. :)

If you have questions, please let us know.  Thanks, and we hope to see you at the event!

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: AnimeMatrix on January 19, 2008, 12:12:45 am

Here are some online sellers of masks. And if you order now, the mask might make it in time for the ball!

http://anniescostumes.com/mask.htm (http://anniescostumes.com/mask.htm)

http://www.starcostumes.com/categories/Masks.aspx (http://www.starcostumes.com/categories/Masks.aspx)

http://www.buycostumes.com/CategoryPage/HatsWigsMasks_128.aspx (http://www.buycostumes.com/CategoryPage/HatsWigsMasks_128.aspx)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: melchizedek on January 19, 2008, 10:42:13 pm

One could probally take the lenses out of their glasses and tape them to their mask maybe?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Rathany on January 20, 2008, 12:18:20 am

Quote from: melchizedek on January 19, 2008, 10:42:13 pm

One could probally take the lenses out of their glasses and tape them to their mask maybe?

Lenses need to be a specific distance from the face to work.  I am likely going to take the opposite route and make my glasses into a mask by attaching a paper shape to them. 

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Sayda on January 23, 2008, 08:37:26 pm

Are we able to register at the door?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: VampireFangs103 on January 24, 2008, 03:19:02 pm

Will there be another masquerade held before kumoricon? Like in the spring or something? Just curious.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 24, 2008, 04:03:29 pm

Sayda - While we would prefer if people pre-register (it gives an idea of how many to expect, and we have a max capacity that we cannont exceed) registration will available at the door until we reach capacity.

VampireFangs - No, we will not be hosting another ball until the actual con itself.  We are, however, hoping to do some other mini-events, and will post when we have more info :)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: BlackjackGabbiani on January 25, 2008, 12:10:53 am

Wait, we have to register for the dance? Or do you mean for the con?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 25, 2008, 12:31:14 am

Admission for the dance is being sold online via the same setup we use for con registration.  You can find all the information here (http://www.kumoricon.org/?page_id=135).  we will be selling registration for Kumoricon 2008 at this event, but if you attended '07 or already have pre-reged for '08, you save $5 on admission.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: AnimeMatrix on January 25, 2008, 04:55:40 pm

I just had a random thought (and I might not be the only one who's thinking this), but what if someone went to the Kumori Con table first, pre-reged for 08', then walked over to the dance reg table. Could they still save $5?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: JeffT on January 27, 2008, 05:52:26 pm

Quote from: AnimeMatrix on January 25, 2008, 04:55:40 pm

I just had a random thought (and I might not be the only one who's thinking this), but what if someone went to the Kumori Con table first, pre-reged for 08', then walked over to the dance reg table. Could they still save $5?

Yes. There's no "waiting period" before you're eligible for the discount. :)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Hige on January 28, 2008, 03:21:18 pm

If you missed the Pre Reg for the ball and half to pay at the door
  What time do you recommend for us to show up so we can get in
Because I didn't find out about the Ball till today. . . .and I would love to be there with my friend
  so please let me know ^_^

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Rathany on January 28, 2008, 07:00:23 pm

Quote from: Hige on January 28, 2008, 03:21:18 pm

If you missed the Pre Reg for the ball and half to pay at the door
  What time do you recommend for us to show up so we can get in
Because I didn't find out about the Ball till today. . . .and I would love to be there with my friend
  so please let me know ^_^

You can show up anytime after we start at 6:00 :)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Ed_Elric on January 29, 2008, 05:30:09 pm

Just a little bit o a question, if you staffed last con (2007) and are staffing in 2008 do you get the discount as well or no??

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 29, 2008, 09:52:29 pm

The discount works if you either attended or staffed in '07, or have pre-reged or are signed up as staff in '08.  So you're good to go ;)

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Ed_Elric on January 30, 2008, 12:41:02 am

Thank Ya ^_^ so am I on a list of some sort or shuld I bring my Staff badge from 07?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on January 30, 2008, 09:04:59 am

We have lists from previous years for both attendee and staff (although I''m pretty sure I can verify that you were staff :P), so it's not required that you bring your badges from last year.  If you are able to, however, it will help speed up the process at the door.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Ed_Elric on January 30, 2008, 12:56:33 pm

Ok will Do ^_^

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Ketsuban on January 31, 2008, 12:54:42 pm

Why is there a deadline for registering online? I want to register now, not wait until Saturday. =\

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Ed_Elric on February 01, 2008, 01:30:05 pm

I am guessing it is so that they can give the center an estimated amount of attendies by a set deadline

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Ketsuban on February 01, 2008, 02:41:10 pm

Ahh. :< I'll make sure to get there early, then.

Also! Is there a place at the MCCC where we'd be able to change before entering? I ride Tri-Met everywhere, and I suspect a lot of other people do also.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on February 01, 2008, 03:08:54 pm

We do have some limited space where you can finish getting ready, although your best bet is to come as prepared as you are able to.  Just ask at the door, and they can direct you.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: BlackjackGabbiani on February 01, 2008, 06:20:17 pm

Limited space? Is that a restroom? Because I sure hope there's a restroom on site.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Pezzer on February 01, 2008, 08:40:50 pm

yes there are restrooms on site. and yes that is the limited space.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Ed_Elric on February 01, 2008, 10:03:52 pm

Ha HA hA  Nice one spicing up the bathroom with the "limited Space" Title >< Kudos  to that. ;D

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: AnimeMatrix on February 01, 2008, 11:58:43 pm

Lol- I was going to show up at around 4 to help with set-up, but I obviously can't do that in a ballgown ^_^. I was going to change in the bathroom.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Nanao_chan on February 02, 2008, 02:29:30 pm

Can't wait to see everyone tonight.  =^.^=

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Ed_Elric on February 02, 2008, 02:31:01 pm

Like-wise.  who all is going on cosplay?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: PockyReno on February 03, 2008, 02:17:48 pm

I cosplayed, even if it was hard to tell. ^^'' I was one of the Renos, lol. Not the one who got the prize, though. I was the one spazzing out on the dance floor when one of the somewhat upbeats songs came on. ^^ I had a tie on, and I don't have a wig yet, so I may have been hard to recognize. I had to tell a few people who I was. ^^'' I didn't see many cosplayers, and it made me sad. I was hoping there would be more of them.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Ed_Elric on February 03, 2008, 04:57:32 pm

Agreed ^^ It was sad that there where no t many of us out there... was hopin to see more as well.

However I guess ppl are still looking for the pieces to their costumes, I was a bit over enthusiastice... though my Reno Cosplay from last year >< Just added the wig... damn that thing was itchy, made my real hair look all curly or like I was loosing it all in little random splotches! >< 

A well... Can't wait to be at it again at this year's Con, I got me Ichigo Cosplay all ready as well as My Reno Woot Woot!!

So yeah... How was this particular exp.  for everyone else I wonder?? I saw alot of ppl including myself, untill later that night.  just sitting on the side  lines or down stairs.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: nekohisokachan on February 03, 2008, 06:36:19 pm

xD  I was one of em either down stairs or on the sidelines. It was still fun though. xD  Got to see some of my friends from last years con. ^__^  So worth it.

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Nanao_chan on February 03, 2008, 07:48:34 pm

I had a good time, didn't like waiting in the cold though.... I was the one in the light blue and white dress. It felt a tad long and I was bummed that half of the people left after the awards. Other than that, it was awesome!

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Zennus on February 03, 2008, 11:14:13 pm

I know there were people running around with cameras...so where are some of the pictures?  Or some of the professional ones that we got taken there?

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: AnimeMatrix on February 03, 2008, 11:41:44 pm

The ball was so much fun! And we got plenty o' blackmail pics of the Exec board in tuxes and pretty dresses! ;D

And everyone looked so gorgeous and handsome! ^_^

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: dakrum on February 04, 2008, 01:41:33 am

poopoo i had to have apendex removed wed and so I've been so out it since, that i couldn't go ;-; :-[ :-\

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Jamiche on February 04, 2008, 09:01:53 am

Sorry about the wait... we have some ideas on how to handle that in the future.

We should be getting the professional pictures this week, and hope to have them on the website sometime after that (depending on when I can rope the website people into posting them :))

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Antares on February 10, 2008, 08:27:07 am

Yaa! I wanna see pics!

Title: Re: Winter Formal Masquerade Ball 2008
Post by: Nanao_chan on February 27, 2008, 05:56:01 pm

Can't wait to see the Topic where we can request dance music!