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Post by thebigcrabcake on Nov 28, 2023 1:03:44 GMT
Join us for the 4th Annual O GAUGE FORUM ZOOM CHRISTMAS PARTY, hosted by The CrabCakes: Emile and Jennifer! Mark your calendars for this Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 7:00 PM (Eastern Time), with an expected duration of approximately 1 hour.
Attendance is free, and we encourage everyone to join, including spouses. The festivities will kick off with a brief introduction, followed by an opportunity for each participant to share a cherished Christmas wish or memory. The highlight of the evening will be the "Greedy Christmas" gift exchange, where the Forum will provide gifts under the virtual tree, ensuring that everyone who participates receives a special surprise.
Prepare for an evening filled with joy and laughter. If this is your first time using Zoom, our Resident Zoom Expert, Adam, is available to guide you through the setup process—simply send him a private message. You'll find that navigating the Zoom meeting is easy and user-friendly.
Look out for more details to be posted in early December. Save the date and get ready for a memorable and festive virtual celebration!
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Post by curtis on Nov 28, 2023 11:38:01 GMT
OH BOY Count us in!
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Post by Adam on Nov 28, 2023 11:51:30 GMT
This is always a lot of fun! The CrabCakes really know how to throw a shindig!
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Post by rockymountaineer on Nov 28, 2023 14:50:56 GMT
Dang!!! Yet another schedule collision!!! I've unfortunately missed ALL of these forum parties thus far, because my wife's cousin insists on hosting a Christmas Party on that Saturday in December every year. I would MUCH rather enjoy a cozy December Saturday night at home while attending THIS forum's zoom party. Sigh....
Have fun everyone... And an early Merry Christmas to all!!!
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Post by josef on Nov 28, 2023 21:11:06 GMT
Its one event I wouldn't miss.
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Post by atsda on Nov 29, 2023 0:50:53 GMT
Emil, and All, I am looking forward to the OGF Christmas get together. I had an enjoyable time last year meeting everyone, and hope others will attend. Alfred
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Post by Bill on Nov 29, 2023 7:56:08 GMT
Hope I make it, sounds like fun.  |
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Post by steveoncattailcreek on Nov 29, 2023 18:20:50 GMT
So . . . pardon a relative newbie question, but exactly what kind of event is on offer? I must admit to being a bit Zoom-phobic after the traumatic experience of the last several years, but putting that aside, I'm still drawing a blank trying to imagine what a bunch of, err, demographically advanced toy train buffs would do on camera!  |
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Post by thebigcrabcake on Nov 30, 2023 2:52:36 GMT
So . . . pardon a relative newbie question, but exactly what kind of event is on offer? I must admit to being a bit Zoom-phobic after the traumatic experience of the last several years, but putting that aside, I'm still drawing a blank trying to imagine what a bunch of, err, demographically advanced toy train buffs would do on camera! We exchange welcomes and Christmas wishes and then play a game of Greedy Christmas. Each Member chooses a gift from the Forum Gift Table that appears on the screen (LIVE from Glen Burnie, Maryland). I open the gift on camera for the Member and mail them their gift right after. The kicker is that each Member may pick from the table OR steal a gift from another Member. If your gift gets stolen, then you get to pick again (or steal someone else's gift). Jennifer and I moderate the party and it usually runs very smooth for about 1 hour. It's nice to put a face and voice to a name and to wish each other a Merry Christmas (almost in-person). It's fun. I hope you join us!
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Post by curtis on Dec 1, 2023 19:45:22 GMT
It is also a Blast with great fellowship albeit via Zoom and some comic relief thrown in. Emile and Jen do a fantastic job. My first time I was hesitant but everyone mad me feel right at home and my wife and I had a great time. Almost forgot the gifts are nice too but I really enjoy meeting people and the fellowship more!
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Post by rtraincollector on Dec 5, 2023 3:58:17 GMT
I won't be able to make it, as I'm going to be in Fort Mill the 16th being part of a train show, by time I get packed up, drive home and unpack I probably will be wiped out. If your on when I get done I will try.
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Post by edlloyd on Dec 5, 2023 23:42:40 GMT
I was really hoping to show my face this year but I just found out the wife is having the neighbors over that night. Sorry I won't be able to see everyone.
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Post by Adam on Dec 5, 2023 23:45:51 GMT
I was really hoping to show my face this year but I just found out the wife is having the neighbors over that night. Sorry I won't be able to see everyone. Have the neighbors join our party!
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Post by edlloyd on Dec 6, 2023 2:45:52 GMT
I was really hoping to show my face this year but I just found out the wife is having the neighbors over that night. Sorry I won't be able to see everyone. Have the neighbors join our party! As much as the wife enjoys trains and my hobby I don't think she would approve of the idea. She has plans in place and I don't want to be the one to try and change them. But thank you for offering that option.
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Post by steveoncattailcreek on Dec 6, 2023 4:59:30 GMT
Look out for more details to be posted in early December. Save the date and get ready for a memorable and festive virtual celebration! So, it's early December . . . any more details or Zoom access link available yet?
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