Yeah, we could all rendevous at the IT event (that way when you realize I'm a tremendous bore you won't be stuck talking with me and can mingle with other folks plus escape whenever you like!). Dinner and the game afterward could also be possibiltes, but I don't want to impose on your vacation too much.
Plus, I'm with Barry regarding downtown. It doesn't so much scare me as infuriate me. The construction and lack of parking has been a problem the entire 5 yrs I've lived here.
We should probably start to coordinate via email -- wer (aT) rice (Dot) edu
Barry -- you're out of town and won't make the IT event correct? It'd be great if you could.
I'll touch base with y'all tomorrow.
Cheers, Bil