6pm - 7pm                 Kiddy Hayrides

                                                   7pm - 8:30ish ?         Bonfire, hotdog & marshmallow roast. 

                                                                                      (Drinks available outside   before 8:30pm.)

                                                   8:30ish  - Until?         Bar (Dawg Haus) opens inside. Costume 

                                                                                      party begins.  (costumes almost mandatory,

                                                                                      but  not required  to have a good  time)

                                                   8:30pm - Until ?        Bonfire continues. 

                                                    Midnight                   Karaoke at the Dawg Haus

 

About the Event

First, we will start a little early this year again to accommodate the little ones coming that might have to leave early. We will do another kiddy hayride around the place starting at 6pm. Each ride is only about 10 minutes long. We will have the bon-fire going so they can roast some marshmallows and cook a hotdog or two. Those not coming for the hay ride, can show up starting around 7pm.

We'll keep the party outside until about 8:30pm or so, or until enough people start showing up for the costume party. For those not wishing to participate in the bar activities and craziness, you are welcome to hang out around the bon fire for as long as you wish. I am sure people will migrate back and forth. We will have benches and hay bales to sit on, so you might want to bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on to be comfortable.

We are looking for some volunteers to bring some music!!! We need some musical entertainment either acoustical around the camp fire, or we can plug you in inside the bar. You don't have to be a pro! If you know anybody, drag them along!

So here's the deal with the costume party! This year we are strongly encouraging everyone to wear some kind of costume. What that means, if you don't show up in some sort of costume, you will be made to "pay the price"! How much you ask? When you arrive at the costume party, and  if the crowd votes that you are not in costume, you will be forced to consume some nasty shot we haven't even concocted yet, or for those of you that do not drink, be made to sing a karaoke song. Which will probably be chosen for you. The stakes are high, so dress up! Keep in mind, you don't have to spend a penny on your costume. The home-made ones are usually the best and funniest. Come dressed as your spouse, as your kids, or as you parents. If all else fails, you can come in your work uniform/attire. Just over dress it a little. Those coming just for the bon fire activities need not dress up. 

Kids are welcome to the costume party at the bar, just remember it will be mostly inebriated wild crazy adults acting like kids! 

Anyone is welcome to crash here. You might toss your sleeping bag in your car just in case. If you plan on over doing it, plan on staying! No Drinking & Driving! We will have plenty of floor space, but will probably run out of beds and couches. Anyone wanting to camp, can come early and pitch their tent. There is a camping area down by the woods. Anyone coming from out of town that might be interested in other KC events that weekend, might try these links:

http://www.visitkc.com/events/index.aspx    http://www.pitch.com/calendar  

What's this all about? Here's the low down! (for those who may not have been to our Halloween party before)

We will hang outside around the bonfire for a few hours, roasting marshmallows and hot dogs. The kids usually love cooking with fire and a stick. Sometimes just making a marshmallow torch is just as much fun. We'll have some bluegrass / country / Halloween music playing around the farm. I'll be sure to have a sample of some local fresh hot apple cider, not to mention some cold fella's in the cooler. Maybe a good bottle of sippin' whiskey hidin' somewhere too. I am sure we could turn up a bottle of wine if you ask. There'll be plenty of pop and water available. 

Around 9pm or so, we'll keep the outside thing going for those that don't care for the bar thing, but for those that do, we'll open up the Dawg Haus and let the craziness begin. We'll have plenty of mixed drinks, cold fella's on ice, Bud Light and Budweiser on tap, and an adult Halloween punch on the bar in the smokin' witches caldron.  We'll crank it up a notch and have the Dj spin some rock, county and hit music for everyone to let loose and dance if we don't have any live entertainment. Once everyone gets saturated, we can crank up the Karaoke around midnight (have your songs picked out). There are plenty of games and things to do, and even a poker room in back if anyone wants too. We might even try to do a Beer Pong Tournament. 

Everything else should be fairly similar to past years for those of you that are repeat party goers. I am sure the other house will be open for babies and mothers that want to get out of the cool air. The kids will have the whole yard to run around in if wanted. Dress appropriately; we will have logs and hay bales to sit on. Perpendicular parking in the grass anywhere along the drive is fine. Save yourself plenty of room to get out. The outdoor outhouse is functional to use if you so dare (just so you can say you have used one!), or there are plenty of trees available for use! Indoor restroom will also be provided.

Remember: You are still welcome even if your spouse / family can't make it with you. There should be plenty to do to have a good time. For the many of you that have plans earlier in the evening, stop in later. The bar doesn't open until 9, and I am sure it won't get rolling until 11-12am. If in doubt, give me a call on the cell. 

If anyone has any ideas for games or kid events, let me know. 

No one needs to bring anything, but you can if you like. We should have plenty of snacks and drinks. Or, if you must, just toss a dollar in the tip jar on the bar to help fund the party. Probably wouldn't be a bad idea to get someone (or 2) to bring some chili. Last year we killed off 3 gallons in no time. 

In the event of light rain, we will have tents/shelters set up to keep dry. In the event of heavy rain or very cold temps., we will be roasting our hotdogs inside in the microwave at 7pm. (It has snowed at some parties)

Looking for a couple volunteers. Possible the Sat. before (Oct 18th) to help decorate the bar. And someone Sat. afternoon of the party to help setup up table, tents, etc. I always seem to have my hands full trying to do it all. Get with me anytime from now until the party.

Be sure to sign the guest book after the party. Write about your experiences from the past, present, or future. Go to my website, www.bodendieck.com click on Halloween to get here, then click this link below to sign it. 

           SIGN HALLOWEEN GUESTBOOK                  READ HALLOWEEN GUESTBOOK

(or just do it now.)

Hope to see you here!!

Randy

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