Josh's 37th Birthday Bash

Saturday, August 27, 2011


	Dinner 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM on Saturday 8/27/2011 Dreamland Bar-B-Que 10730 Alpharetta Hwy Roswell, GA 30076 [map] (678) 352-7999


	WhirlyBall 7:45 PM - 11:00 PM on Saturday 8/27/2011 WhirlyBall Atlanta 608 Holcomb Bridge Rd Roswell, GA 30076 [map] (770) 998-6161

It's the 12th anniversary of my 1st WhirlyBirthday! The party has evolved over these 12 years but its core is and always has been one simple thing: an excuse to create an opportunity for my family and friends and their friends and their friends (and so on) to come together and have fun through hanging out, having a meal, and playing WhirlyBall (duh!). I hope you'll join us!

Please invite your friends, family, co-workers, etc.--all are welcome, any time (come when you want, leave when you want)! :) I want everyone to be a part of it! And along those lines: I know times are tough for some these days and I don't want anyone not coming for lack of ability to pay. So if you're in a tough financial spot at the moment, please don't let it hold you back from joining us: I'll spot you some WhirlyBall.

As always, this event is going to be a total blast and you have to, have to, have to, have to come out for it! The featured part is WhirlyBall which is a game that...well, you have to see to really understand (but see the notes below for info and links). It's a whole lot of silly fun and I know you're going to love it...but let's say you just don't want to give it a try--what then? Come anyway! Remember, ultimately this isn't a WhirlyBall event, it's a social event: only 10 people play at a time on each court so more people will be hanging out than playing at any given time. And if you think that playing is fun (and you will), wait until you get a load of watching others play! And you'll have plenty of opportunities both to play and watch: we'll have both courts again this year!

For dinner, we're heading back to Dreamland after a great experience last year! Join us for some down-home barbeque!

As always, come to either or both parts--we'd love to have you any way you can make it! That said, the big event of the day is WhirlyBall so if at all possible, make it to that. We hope to see you!

Please RSVP below! Thanks!

If you have any questions or otherwise want to get in touch with me, please call or text me on my mobile phone at (404) 734-7474 if possible--I can be prone to being slow to respond to emails, Facebook messages, and the like. :) If you can't reach me, try my beautiful wife Kendall at (404) 304-1311.

Josh
(404) 734-7474
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Important notes:

Invite friends! Everyone is invited whether they know me or not--your friends are my friends! Put it in your Facebook status, tweet it--or go old school and send this email to others if you'd like. Please don't assume that I have already contacted everyone whom you and I both know--every year I inadvertently leave off people whom I certainly would love to have in attendance, plus even if people have heard about it from me, hearing about it from you too makes it more likely they'll come. So please, spread the word!
Just come! The focus of both dinner and WhirlyBall is to hang out and have fun--you don't have to do any of the stuff (eat or Whirl) if you don't want to; it is completely cool if you want to just come and hang out.
Come whenever! It helps a lot to have you on time for the events because we have a schedule we have to keep (this is particularly true as pertains to WhirlyBall: we have to stay on schedule or we pay for court time we don't use and we can't get started playing until we have enough people to do so). But if you can't make it on time, please don't let that stop you from coming. If you have any questions at any point as to whether or not we're still at a particular location, do not hesitate to call me at (404) 734-7474 or Kendall at (404) 304-1311.
RSVP! It helps me a lot to know the numbers we'll have so your accurate RSVP is very much appreciated. Thanks so much!
No present required! See the "just come" item above--I just want you there!
Kids welcome! You may bring your kids with you, but please be aware that there likely won't be a large number of kids in attendance. I believe that Dreamland is a smoke-free facility but in the past, WhirlyBall was not and I haven't kept up with laws to know if that's allowed these days or not. Also note that there is a minimum age and/or height to actually play WhirlyBall (for more info, please contact WhirlyBall Atlanta).

Dinner info:

What kind of food does Dreamland serve? Southern barbecue. The Brunswick stew and the banana pudding are fantastic. For more info, check out their website.
Who is paying? It's dutch treat. In the past we have been able to get separate checks but it wouldn't hurt to have cash just in case--and after all, as noted below, you'll need cash at WhirlyBall anyway. If you don't want to eat, please come and hang out! If your budget won't accommodate a meal out at this time, let us know and we'll treat you!
What if I'll be late? That's fine! But call me at (404) 734-7474 or Kendall at (404) 304-1311 to let us know so that we can make sure to hold a place for you.

WhirlyBall info:

What is WhirlyBall? Naturally, some of you do not have a clue what WhirlyBall is. You can get the scoop on the game and how to get to the facility on the Whirlyball Atlanta site. And finally, over on good old YouTube you can see a video slideshow of a WhirlyBall outing that I did with the Atlanta ColdFusion User Group. You'll see pretty quickly that WhirlyBall is crazy, zany, silly, goofy, and so on and so forth--but that athletic skill and physical exertion are not required!
How much will it cost to play WhirlyBall? For those who opt to participate in WhirlyBall, the cost will be $5 per person per game (and remember, if you can't swing that financially, I will spot you a game or two--just let me know). The teams will be assembled as we go on a game-by-game basis. You may play in as few as one game or as many games as space allows. There are also video games and pool tables to keep you occupied when you're not playing WhirlyBall and of course there will be plenty of people with whom to socialize.
Can I pay with a credit card or debit card? No. We will have to collect the payment for all games played and submit it to WhirlyBall as one lump sum. Therefore, it is very important that you bring cash to pay for the games you play.
Will refreshments be served at the party? Kendall will provide Cookie Cake from Great American Cookies. Other food items as well as drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available from the WhirlyBar at your expense.
What should I wear? Whatever you want! That said, short skirts are not recommended due to the sitting postion required in a WhirlyBug. WhirlyBall is not a game where you get sweaty from exertion so you don't have to wear athletic gear--but you do move around a good bit while playing WhirlyBall so don't wear something overly confining.

RSVP

Thank you so much to all who RSVPed for Josh's 37th Birthday Bash and a special thanks to all those who came out to help make it a fun and memorable event!

RSVP Totals

Dinner	29	23	76

WhirlyBall	53	6	72

Guest Responses

Yes

41 Respondents representing 58 or more People

Ben Chociej

Redditor!

Cameron Butler

Dana Timar

Ed and Jan Butler

Ed Butler

Frank Moorman

Do I meet the minimum height requirements for WhirlyBall?

Jen Parr

I'm looking forward to it! I've never played and I didn't even know WhirlyBall existed until a couple of weeks ago.

John Mason

Jennifer and Robert can make it for dinner. I'll be there for the WhirlyBall. Looking forward to it.

John Server

Haven't had barbecue in forever, and WhirlyBall's a blast! And happy birthday!

John Stone

Laura and I will be there!

Jonathan Howe

Heck yeah! Esp since I missed last year

Joseph Derbes

Josh Adams

Thanks for a great 12 years of WhirlyBall--looking forward to another great one with you all this year!

Kendall Adams

Kyle

cory knopp

Lee

Nancy Adams

Bill and I will be there.

Nick Romeo

Scott Dowling

Tyler

Anthony Reed

Arkady

Ben Mesika

Charles Peppas

Chris Willis

David Kaleida

So glad I'll be in town this year. Time to start a new streak!

Ed & Francis Butler

Erik Christensen

Need to meet Kendall. Had a great time at the wedding but she was always tied up.

Nancy Eckel

Nathan Artt

Can't wait to see you big guy!

Parson

Redditor

Rick Howard

Rolf Barker

Amy

Cody Harris

Josh

Including myself, we have 6 coming with 6 still as saying maybe. Last updated: 8/27 Whirlyball Age Restriction: 11 and up Height: Taller than 52"

LaKeisha Lovett

Lauren Burch

Matt Snage

Thank you for invite. Happy Birthday!

Tom Sargeant

I will be arriving at about 10pm, just in time for the last hour of Whirlyball and to go to IHOP for sure!!

Uncle Mabry

As always. Wouldn't miss it. Mabybe this time I will hit the Gong!

Maybe

6 Respondents representing 8 or more People

Alex Brisendine

Charlie Arehart

I'm teaching Sunday school the next morning, so can only come if I've finished my class preparation. Hope to. HB!

Mark Moore

Will be coming back from NYC, so all depends on how the trip back goes.

Matthew Sanford

Got a conflict currently but if cancels, will come over. Happy Birthday regardless!!

Jim Phillips

Russell Youngblood

I hope to see you at Dreamland for a little while this evening. My kid has never experienced the Dreamland BBQ before.

69 Respondents

Alex Fuller

How did your birthday roll around already?

Alison Falt

Sorry I can't make it. Happy Birthday.

Amanda & Graham Butler

So sorry, Josh! We'd love to be there to celebrate with you, but we've already signed up to attend Buckhead's married grouplink that night. Happy, happy birthday & we hope to see y'all soon!

Amanda Bishop

Amanda Compton

Happy birthday, Josh! Sorry I won't be able to make it.

Amy Bowen

I have a wedding that I have to go to. Thanks for the invitation. Hope you have a great birthday!

Andrea

Thanks for the invite and Happy Birthday! Sorry I cannot make it but have fun! Best to you and Kendall.

Ann

Happy Birthday!

Balvinder

Happens every year. I thought I could make it this year, but my brother scheduled something at the temple on Saturday. Have fun, and hope to see you Monday at the GMDJA.

Bill Stout

Can't make it but I'll kick off yu B-Day early for you here in China. Happy Birthday Josh.

Bret Fearrien

Sorry, Josh. Back in CA for a little while. Happy Birthday -- and thanks for the invite. Hit me a double!

Brian Lane

Sorry Josh. Kelly and I will be out of town.

Craig and Renata Sears

We are so sorry to miss it. We each have plans that evening. I will be at the GA Aquatic Hall of Fame dinner that night. And Renata has "girls night" plans with friends. Have a great birthday!

Dean-Paul Hart

Wish I could, but we have made the move. Have a great birthday when it comes and look forward to catching up soon. Blessings!

Dominick Racano

Sorry to have to miss, have a blast!

Erica lacey

Happy Birthday Josh! Sorry I can't make it but that the night before my wedding. I hope you have a blast!

Erick Moore

Wow... my friends are getting old! Happy Birthday, Josh.

Gary Rogers

Jamie Thompson

Jarett Hinson

Jay Roper

Sorry I will have to miss the fun, Hope you have a fun Birthday!

Jeff Bach

Josh, Thanks for the invite, but I will not be able to attend. Have fun!!

Jennifer Faucett

already have plans - happy birthday, Josh!!

Jenny Webb

David & I have already committed ourselves to another function that night, but thanks for the invite! Have a great birthday!

Joe Jette

Sorry Josh...would love to but it's a long drive from Connecticut to play whirlyball...haha. Hope it's a great time.

John West

Jon Scaman

OOT. Sorry dude. I'll be whitewater rafting and Surfing in TN.

Joon

Happy Birthday Josh! It's late August and it also means football is right around the corner!!

Josh McIntyre

Josh Thomas

Would love to. It's been way too long since we made it to one of your birthdays but I'm not going to be free that weekend.

Katheryn

Have a great one! I will be out of town and hate to miss it.

Katie Kaleida

Thanks, but I'll be in Arizona! Happy Birthday Josh!

Kelly Cook Kent

So sorry to miss it once again. However, we will not be in town. Happy, Happy Birthday!!!

Kevin Bachman

Wish I could make it but not going to be free tonight. Have a freat time and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

Kevin H

Sadly, I can't make it :( I will not miss the next one, though!

Kim

Awww! I miss it again this year! I have a friend in town and quite a few things happen to be going on that night. Have fun and Happy Birthday!

Kim Banks

Thanks for the invite Josh, but I already have plans!! Have a very Happy Birthday!!

Kirk Hoefler

Thanks and Happy Birthday! Will not be able to make it

Kyle Shiflett

Man - I hate that I can't make it! I'll be playing the National Anthem at a Rome Braves game with a brass band that I play in. Happy B-Day and have a great time!

Kyle Taylor

Larry Schauer

Bummer! I love whirlyball! I would love to come, but I already have plans. Happy birthday Josh!

Louise and Greg

We wish we could be there but we are having a school party here that night.

Lynn Grillo

Madeline Waldrop

Happy Birthday! Thank you for the invitation and sorry we already have plans.

Marc Crouch

Happy B-day buddy. Sorry for the late update. Have fun!

Matt Fuller

Regrettably, I won’t be able to make it, brother. :-( Hope you guys have a great time! Happy Birthday!

Meg Gerhold

Sorry to miss out - I'm working as usual. Happy Birthday!

Mihir Patel

Mindy Beauregard

Going to a wedding reception, sad to miss THE event of the year (well, maybe except for your wedding (-;) Have a fabulous birthday, you deserve nothing less than awesome.

Nikki

Sorry. Out of town!

Pam Elmore

Hope you have a great birthday, Josh! It sounds like fun.

Patricia Presto

Rebecca Bozarth

Rick "The Wildman" Volkmann

Josh - Thanks for the kind invitation. Sounds like a blast. Have a prior engagement that evening, so I send my regrets. Best birthday wishes to you - you're a heck of a guy!

Sally Wright

I love Whirleyball. I have been several times and it is a lot of fun so I bummed to miss this, but I have to spoil some nephews for the b-days this weekend. Have fun!

Scott Couey

Sorry bro - already have another birthday party to attend that evening.

Scott Talsma

Sorry--baby duty. Have a good time and and a great birthday!

Sean Hynes

Shannon H

Happy Birthday!! Sorry to miss, I'm showing at a fesitival in Sept. and have my hands full with designing and making jewelry

Sonja and Lawrence Rodgers

Sonya Stewart

Happy Birthday Josh! I would love to join you but I will be out of town. Hope you and your new bride are doing well!

Steph

We would love to come but we just got back from Atlanta. Have a great birthday!

Steven Prescott

Best Wishes on your 37th B-day! I'm living in Austin, and the trip is a bit too far to make.

Susan Loth

I always appreciate the invitation. But, headed to PA to see family that weekend.

Tracey

Tracey Mackey

Valerie Macdonald

Wardly Whirlmeister

Happy 37th birthday, Josh! When you score the big goal, just know that I (Wardly Whirlmeister)am with you in spirit.

Wendy

Have a great time! I will be out of town with mh family.