Official Thread - Milwaukee Global Reddit Meetup Day 2019 - Saturday, June 22nd

https://www.reddit.com/r/milwaukee/comments/bpd0dy/official_thread_milwaukee_global_reddit_meetup/

created by Neon_Parrott on 16/05/2019 at 14:09 UTC*

84 upvotes, 23 top-level comments (showing 23)

It’s that time of year again to step away from our screens, eat ridiculous amounts of food, meet your fellow Redditors, play some games, and share your favorite tales about the internet.

**Where:** Estabrook Park, Picnic Area #7

There will be grilling, games, snacks, activities, and a raffle for prizes! As always, we encourage everyone to bring any other fun games or ideas--with the exception of bounce houses (unfortunately we *still* could not secure that permit).

If you are able to bring snacks, drinks, desserts, or any other supplies, please let us know by signing up in the PLANNING SPREADSHEET.

We are still in dire need of the following:

Last year we had inquiries about donations and so if anybody would like to donate to making this meetup bigger and better, we are collecting donations via PayPay.[1] These funds will go towards the site permit, raffle prizes, and emergency food/supply replenishment. Any leftover funds will be donated to charity.

1: https://www.paypal.me/cyberdizzy

WEATHER UPDATE (day of) - Forecasts predict Mostly Sunny - Temperatures in the high 60's. You know what that means. Please be mindful that the sun can *burn*. Wear some sunscreen!

Stay tuned for updates, weather forecasts, and other developments.

Comments

Comment by thomawalk at 16/05/2019 at 15:11 UTC

55 upvotes, 1 direct replies

I'll go but not talk to anyone and just look at reddit on my phone the whole time - sound good? k.

Comment by [deleted] at 16/05/2019 at 15:49 UTC

17 upvotes, 1 direct replies

That's right across the street from where im staying. Binoculars and some popcorn it is

Comment by Wisconsin_Death_Trip at 17/05/2019 at 03:14 UTC

10 upvotes, 1 direct replies

I guess I’ll try to go this year- it’ll be good for me to get out and maybe I’ll manage to make a friend or two instead of awkwardly standing by a tree and reading Reddit and not talking 😂. (I might be super shy, but it would be *so* nice to have more than literally 2 friends). Not sure what to bring so I’ll probably just make a donation for whatever is needed and if it ends up going to charity I certainly won’t complain.

Comment by jxfallout at 16/05/2019 at 16:43 UTC

6 upvotes, 0 direct replies

I'll be there. Likely no big-ass jar of pickles this year, but I'll definitely bring some other snacks, food, and/or beer (which is really all that matters).

Comment by chazzguitar at 16/05/2019 at 14:42 UTC

5 upvotes, 0 direct replies

In! Looking forward to meeting you fine folks.

Comment by remmiz at 16/05/2019 at 15:59 UTC

6 upvotes, 1 direct replies

Woot! I'll definitely be there with Kubb and other good stuff. This is within walking distance as well so time to get hammered and stumble back home!

Comment by Xiee at 16/05/2019 at 16:47 UTC

5 upvotes, 1 direct replies

My Dudes I’d totally like to go but I’m sabbath observant and can’t come until like 9:30pm think you’ll still be doing it?

Comment by Best_Kog_NA at 16/05/2019 at 20:58 UTC

5 upvotes, 1 direct replies

I can provide paper plates and 2 dogs that love people

Comment by VTPete at 22/05/2019 at 16:33 UTC

3 upvotes, 0 direct replies

Damn. That is superhero day for the Brewers. Was hoping to finally hit one of these up. Hope you all have fun.

Comment by jnez50 at 16/05/2019 at 17:15 UTC

3 upvotes, 0 direct replies

As always I'll bring beer. But somehow this is the 3rd year in a row I've been invited to a housewarming the same day as the meetup

Comment by vintage_winger at 19/05/2019 at 18:57 UTC

3 upvotes, 1 direct replies

We just bought a canopy for an event at my wife's work. So I can bring that too. Also have a cooler or two.

Comment by platinum_bootstrap at 26/05/2019 at 17:28 UTC

2 upvotes, 0 direct replies

I was there for the last two meetups, not sure I can make this one though, as much as I'd love to :(

Moved away for grad school, still in Wisconsin, but far enough away that it's a pain to get there

Comment by [deleted] at 30/05/2019 at 21:30 UTC

2 upvotes, 0 direct replies

Hmm, interesting. First time for me. Seems like one could have a good time.

Change my mind.

Comment by JungleApex at 08/06/2019 at 21:18 UTC

2 upvotes, 0 direct replies

Definitely bringing a cigar and a bottle of coke

Comment by crapmonkey86 at 11/06/2019 at 06:40 UTC

2 upvotes, 3 direct replies

I'll probably come by if I can build up the courage. Just moved to MKE from Florida and don't really know anyone and I'm pretty shy so I feel like I'm pushing my comfort zone here. What's the policy on alcohol? I imagine there must be some under 21ers coming so I'm assuming it's a no go?

Comment by Manoink10123 at 19/06/2019 at 03:32 UTC

2 upvotes, 0 direct replies

Yo I’m in Appleton but I’m doing a half marathon near Milwaukee that morning... I might have to stop by

Comment by nathanimal_d at 20/06/2019 at 03:40 UTC

2 upvotes, 1 direct replies

Kids or no kids?

Comment by RussellSproutss at 22/06/2019 at 21:18 UTC

2 upvotes, 1 direct replies

No one's died yet!

Comment by TotesMessenger at 10/06/2019 at 14:16 UTC*

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Comment by whistlemix at 14/06/2019 at 22:49 UTC

1 upvotes, 1 direct replies

I'll be there for most of the afternoon (soft 1PM, probably leave when people start to trickle out late afternoon/evening). I'll bring some picnic silverware and other odds and ends.

Comment by VVhiteStone at 19/06/2019 at 08:54 UTC

1 upvotes, 1 direct replies

can I come wearing a MAGA hat?

Comment by EntityXIII at 19/06/2019 at 15:11 UTC

1 upvotes, 0 direct replies

Last year was a lot of fun!

Comment by Best_Kog_NA at 23/06/2019 at 04:48 UTC

1 upvotes, 0 direct replies

I had a great time! Was a shame I had to leave so early, wish I could've stayed longer