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The 5th DC Metro area CAG Meet-up/Game Swap

Dave & Buster's
White Flint Mall - 3rd Floor
11301 Rockville Pike
North Bethesda , MD 20895

3:00 pm onward ...(we have been going 3 hours+)

Saturday, April 26th

who plans to attend-
thebob101
lurknomore
G-Nitro
jmiller80
MCalvert1
cleaver - unless he is drafted in the 1st round
s0undwav3
abhinav- maybe
FlamingMoogles
GenDV138 - maybe


BTW, we have had minors (-18) join us before at D&B without issue. If you are a minor and wish to attend without your own guardian, shoot me a PM and I'll give you my cell phone # if you are concerned...and I'll walk you in. Again, it hasn't been an issue yet.
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Any CAGers around here? Really disappointed as the scene pales in comparison to Boston's video gaming scene. Any suggestions or local mom and pop shops? The Maryland-Virginia-DC area seems to be pretty weak.
 
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hi guys... i live in washington d.c. aera.... well not really, i live in maryland... but it isc onsidered the washgon d.c. suburbs where i live so it is close enough if anyone wants 2 meet up it would be fun i have mario party 9 or we dont even had 2 game it can be bowling or something or we can just visit down dc and have fun like tourists we can do it 2morrow 4 the holiday or during trhe weekend i dont work but im sure some of u do so when u free pm me or post in this thread thx...
 
[quote name='The Mana Knight']I'm moving back to the area. Got a new job and moving to White Marsh (in MD). Cannot wait to come back and hang out w/ you all again.[/QUOTE]

Nice Mana! :cool:

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Anyone hear about Atlas Arcade in DC? Just opened at 1236 H Street NE last week. Basically a bar with an arcade and 8-bit consoles. Sounds like it might be worth checking out sometime!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs...g-and-dc-brau/2012/07/10/gJQAQi6uaW_blog.html

http://www.welovedc.com/2012/07/13/atlas-arcade-8-bit-fun-on-h-street/
 
[quote name='GenDV138']Nice Mana! :cool:

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Anyone hear about Atlas Arcade in DC? Just opened at 1236 H Street NE last week. Basically a bar with an arcade and 8-bit consoles. Sounds like it might be worth checking out sometime!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs...g-and-dc-brau/2012/07/10/gJQAQi6uaW_blog.html

http://www.welovedc.com/2012/07/13/atlas-arcade-8-bit-fun-on-h-street/[/QUOTE]

Yes! It's pretty close to where I live, and I've been there a couple of times. Despite the 80's theme, they seem open to games that are a bit more modern (e.g. Magic Sword, Big Buck Hunter). The downside is that it's kind of a small space, but so far it hasn't been too crowded. The bar upstairs (Church and State) is owned by the same person, so perhaps if business isn't so hot there, they could expand it to 2 floors. ;)
 
Hey everyone,

I am new to CAG but have been playing vids since childhood. I love playing RPG's and FPS games. I just got a vita and I really like it a lot. I also have a PS3 and a 360. I will be checking in time to time into this forum (really cool). Just wanted to say hi to my fellow DC natives :)
 
[quote name='mm2barry']Welcome back. Norfolk sucks, but you made it through. We'll have to have another meet-up soon, but closer to Annapolis![/QUOTE]It's not like I hated the area, but I missed a lot of people here, plus my job was.......

To let everyone know, I will plan on a DuClaw meet-up at Arundel Mills in September or October. People can let me know what works out for them.

I could even hold a meet-up on my birthday weekend (my birthday is Sept. 4th)......
 
[quote name='The Mana Knight']It's not like I hated the area, but I missed a lot of people here, plus my job was.......

To let everyone know, I will plan on a DuClaw meet-up at Arundel Mills in September or October. People can let me know what works out for them.

I could even hold a meet-up on my birthday weekend (my birthday is Sept. 4th)......[/QUOTE]

It would probably be beneficial to do it the weekend after your actual birth date, as the previous weekend is Labor Day weekend.

As for Atlas Arcade, it might be okay to have a meetup there. The venue is on the small side, but I've never seen it that packed and could accommodate us. However, they are only open from 6pm to midnight/2am, so it would have to be in the evening.
 
[quote name='The Mana Knight']Anyone going to Otakon this weekend? I sure am.[/QUOTE]

I was invited to go, but I can't justify $80. I'm just not into anime much anymore.

On a side note, I was downtown for the game last night and saw Ice Cold Water guy. He's getting ready!

MjC
 
I wanted to give everyone in the area a heads up about Interventioncon. It is a convention in which Internet meets Convention. It's going to be held in Rockville, MD from September 21st - 23rd. I would like to make it a nice CAG meet up if I could. It is $40 for the entire weekend. I have met the individuals putting on the convention, and think it would be fun. Check out the link below, and let me know if you all are interested in going for the weekend, or maybe just meeting up on Saturday. :)

http://interventioncon.com/
 
[quote name='G-Nitro']I wanted to give everyone in the area a heads up about Interventioncon. It is a convention in which Internet meets Convention. It's going to be held in Rockville, MD from September 21st - 23rd. I would like to make it a nice CAG meet up if I could. It is $40 for the entire weekend. I have met the individuals putting on the convention, and think it would be fun. Check out the link below, and let me know if you all are interested in going for the weekend, or maybe just meeting up on Saturday. :)

http://interventioncon.com/[/QUOTE]

seems interesting to say the least, I can't be too certain I'll be free considering i have Studies and such. But as the date closely approaches I'll be sure to know.
 
[quote name='G-Nitro']I wanted to give everyone in the area a heads up about Interventioncon. It is a convention in which Internet meets Convention. It's going to be held in Rockville, MD from September 21st - 23rd. I would like to make it a nice CAG meet up if I could. It is $40 for the entire weekend. I have met the individuals putting on the convention, and think it would be fun. Check out the link below, and let me know if you all are interested in going for the weekend, or maybe just meeting up on Saturday. :)

http://interventioncon.com/[/QUOTE]I am up for whatever comes around.
 
[quote name='mm2barry']Welcome back. Norfolk sucks, but you made it through. We'll have to have another meet-up soon, but closer to Annapolis![/QUOTE]

Closer to Annapolis means it would be closer to me too but Arundel Mills isn't that far from Annapolis. Anywho, a meet-up is in order.
 
@Gnitro I will probably attend Intervention. Are you still treating us all to lunch?

@Manaknight Welcome back
 
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[quote name='lastemp3ror']Hey everyone,

I am new to CAG but have been playing vids since childhood. I love playing RPG's and FPS games. I just got a vita and I really like it a lot. I also have a PS3 and a 360. I will be checking in time to time into this forum (really cool). Just wanted to say hi to my fellow DC natives :)[/QUOTE]

Since you're new you'll want to do 3 things.
1. Listen to the Geek Effect Podcast
2. Listen to the GameEnthus Podcast
3. Subscribe to this forum thread so you don't miss out on DMV area meet-ups.
 
[quote name='Indifference']Closer to Annapolis means it would be closer to me too but Arundel Mills isn't that far from Annapolis. Anywho, a meet-up is in order.[/QUOTE]The meet-up will be in Arundel Mills no matter what. :p It's a 35 minute drive for me.
 
I'd be available like mid sept and after for an Arundel Mills meetup. I hope the casino doesn't cause the parking to be much worse than it used to be...

MjC
 
Sup, guys? A guy from Western MD here (Hagerstown). Mana, I actually went to Otakon and despite it being rather uneventful this year, I had a lot of fun. I save a lot of my tax returns for the crazy Otakon rate and hotel room, etc.

I'll be starting my Junior year of College at a transfer university in Rockville (Universities of Shady Grove, for University of Baltimore) so I'll be closer to DC during the week, so I'm open to any potential events or get togethers if it fits with my current budget and university/work schedule.
 
[quote name='SanjiX']Sup, guys? A guy from Western MD here (Hagerstown). Mana, I actually went to Otakon and despite it being rather uneventful this year, I had a lot of fun. I save a lot of my tax returns for the crazy Otakon rate and hotel room, etc.

I'll be starting my Junior year of College at a transfer university in Rockville (Universities of Shady Grove, for University of Baltimore) so I'll be closer to DC during the week, so I'm open to any potential events or get togethers if it fits with my current budget and university/work schedule.[/QUOTE]
Hey, welcome to the thread. Love the avatar. :D

I have been to Hagerstown before going to a few places. I occasionally go to Rockville/Montgomery county area, but I mostly stick around Baltimore (where I live).

Like you, I spend tons at Otakon. Probably spent $1000 this year in Dealers.

Now that I got my ID changed back to Maryland, I guess it's time I start pre-registering for cons. I'm going to register for Anime USA (in DC), Nekocon (Hampton, VA), probably MAGFest, and I'll look into Intervention.
[quote name='VACRMH']Just thought I'd say hello. I live in Odenton, not too far from Arundel Mills actually.[/QUOTE]

I know Odenton ALL too well. A few of my old co-workers lived there and I use to go to places around that area. I use to live really close to Arundel Mills, but that was back when I lived in Howard County (near the tip of Anne Arundel County). I haven't been to Odenton area since I moved back to the area, but I might sometime this month. I'm in Baltimore County now.
 
When looking at the calendar ahead, these are the weekends we can try DuClaw at Arundel Mills...
September 8th
September 15th
September 29th
October 6th (I might be out of town this weekend),
October 13th
October 20th

Personally, I'd lean towards the 15th, 29th (might be the best), or the 13th. I took out the weekend Intervention Convention happens so nothing conflicts.
 
[quote name='The Mana Knight']When looking at the calendar ahead, these are the weekends we can try DuClaw at Arundel Mills...
September 8th
September 15th
September 29th
October 6th (I might be out of town this weekend),
October 13th
October 20th

Personally, I'd lean towards the 15th, 29th (might be the best), or the 13th. I took out the weekend Intervention Convention happens so nothing conflicts.[/QUOTE]

I don't know of anything I have in Oct. For Sept, I don't remember. My wife decides all that. I always try to attend anyway.
 
[quote name='The Mana Knight']When looking at the calendar ahead, these are the weekends we can try DuClaw at Arundel Mills...
September 8th
September 15th
September 29th
October 6th (I might be out of town this weekend),
October 13th
October 20th

Personally, I'd lean towards the 15th, 29th (might be the best), or the 13th. I took out the weekend Intervention Convention happens so nothing conflicts.[/QUOTE]

I live about 5 minutes away from Arundel Mills. I would love to come and join in on the meet up if you guys wouldn't mind another in the group.

Have you guys decided on a date yet?
 
[quote name='The Mana Knight']October 6th no longer works for me. I think I'll put October 13th down as the date for me. We can change it if something comes up.[/QUOTE]

As of now, I think Oct 13th is good for me as well.

[quote name='WilsonWade']Whats with all these dates? I'm confused. 0.o[/QUOTE]

We're just trying to decide on a date for a CAG get together. Feel free to add your input!

MjC
 
All right, I'll finally post about the event. There's a 90% chance this will happen.

Washington D.C. Metro Area CAG Meet-up
Date: Saturday, CANCELLED

Time: 2PM - Whenever (I can push it to 3pm if people want)
Location: DuClaw @ Arundel Mills Mall
7000 Arundel Mills Circle (near Cinemark Egyptian Theater) Hanover , MD 21076 (410) 799-1166
We will meet in the bar near the bar entrance.

Those who plan to attend:
  • Mana Knight
  • MCalvert1
  • abhinav
  • BigBen
  • Grave_Addiction
  • nightmare452
  • The Great BM
  • AssaultSuit
  • Ind1fference
  • jmiller80
 
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Boo, I'd like to go. But I'll be doing my extralife marathon on the 13th (Had to move it up a week so a friend could participate)

Have fun everyone :)
 
[quote name='VACRMH']Boo, I'd like to go. But I'll be doing my extralife marathon on the 13th (Had to move it up a week so a friend could participate)

Have fun everyone :)[/QUOTE]

A worthy cause! Have fun!

MjC
 
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