Dc Pen Show

[writepen]

Hi All,

pencentral.com has been down for 10 days or more. Susan With's Pen Show Calendar still indicates pending rather than confirmed for the DC Show. DC Fountain Pen Supershow on FB has no update. Many attendees will need to make reservations w/ the airlines so time is of the essence. Thanks.

[writepen]

that should read, Wirth not With, sorry Susan!

[playpen]

I have called the hotel many many times and finally made a private reservation. They see there is a block of rooms for this event but they can't get into it to reserve rooms. What is going on with the show? Does anyone know?

[writepen]

I have asked a number of people who all said the same thing--i have heard nothing

bob johnson show organizer has a full email box

[flexnib]

Is there a particular hotel they have used in the past?

Thanks

[playpen]

The Sheraton Premier in Tysons, Va.

[flexnib]

Thanks. I assume the show is in the same hotel?

The Sheraton Premier in Tysons, Va.

[playpen]

If things remain as they are now, who knows if there will even be a show.

[pengoddess]

Traditionally, Bob tends to market the show later than some other shows do. Probably because the show is basically sold out before the previous year even ends I'm sure he'll let everyone know in plenty of time.

 

Sam

[playpen]

That's a good guess except for the fact that many people are coming from very far away and have to have their reservations in place (for many reasons)far in advance. I wish I could believe that your idea is the correct one - then I wouldn't be so worried about Bob.

[cjr]

I live in the Northern Virginia region, and I was planning to attend the show at Tyson's Corner. Skipped the Baltimore show, so I hope it is still on.

 

As an FYI, The Washington Metro rail line has a new station almost directly across from the Tyson's Corner Sheraton. The new line was supposed to be open this month, but looks like it will be delayed until later in the summer. Might make accessing the show even easier for some folks who fly into Reagan National rather than Dulles airport.

[playpen]

That metro station was supposed to be opened by now so I am wondering what's taking so long with that. How fantastic would that be if we do have a show and the metro opens before then!

[writepen]

With Bob's full email, maybe there is someone that can phone him for status, and also, maybe he can post an update on his DC Show FB page. Playpen's earlier comment/post is am important point. Thanks.

[playpen]

Writepen, I saw Susan Wirth at the Long Island show yesterday and told her about our concerns for Bob and the lack of information about the show. She called him and the word is that things should be cleared up in a week. So, for me at least, the mystery has been solved, I'm happy he is ok and we will be able to move forward with our plans very soon!

[writepen]

Thank you, playpen, and I just noticed an update on the FB page for DC Fountain Pen Supershow, confirming dates (=Aug. 7-10), and mentioning subway, parking, and show website info.

[Ladynib302]

On 3/14/2014, dcpensupershow@yahoo.com is typed in red (on the top of the D.C. Show ad from 2013) as an "alternate e-mail. I noticed the message tonight when accessing pencentral .com; perhaps this will assist some folks; know we all are anxious to enjoy this fine event once again.

[vannesspen]

Bob was at the Atlanta show just 2 days ago- discussing/ encouraging the show (us as vendors) I too found the website to be outdated- but he is definitely planning for the show in August- no doubt about it.

[daoud62]

Any update on the DC Supershow? The website and Facebook page have nothing about 2014.

[flexnib]

Does anyone know the dates? and what time it is open to the general public? Thanks

[Snargle]

OK, it's now May 31 and the DC Supershow website has still not been updated with 2014 information. I'm trying to make travel plans and also financial decisions (if no show this year, I may spend my FP savings somewhere else). Can anyone confirm that this show is actually taking place and if so, what are the dates?