November 21, 2009 11:00 AM - 52 attended
Bus Trip to Glenn Beck Rally - The Villages
UPDATE! We have decided to leave for The Villages earlier due to the size of the expected crowd. This will allow us to beat the traffic into the area and get a closer location to the stage. We encourage you to eat a big lunch when you arrive at Sumter Square, as we will not be stopping for dinner on the way home. We will have some snacks available on the bus.
There are several restaurants in Sumter Square: Two Jays Deli, Sonny's BBQ, Red Sauce (Italian), Urban Flats or Amelia's (located inside the Waterfront Inn) to name a few.
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We have secured one (possibly two) bus to go to The Villages for Glenn Beck's Rally - more rally info here.
The busfare will be $25 for the round trip.
We need at least 40 people to sign up to make this event possible or the bus will not go! If we do not fill it, you will get your payment refunded.
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Depart 11:00am at a location TBA but near I-275 and Bearss Ave., arrive approx 12:30pm in The Villages.
Depart The Villages approx 7:30pm, arrive Tampa 9:00pm.
It's said that Glenn will be making a major announcement about 2010 Election Year Plans at this rally!
Let's FILL THAT BUS and show Glenn how much we appreciate him bringing us all together in our fight to save our freedom!
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Don Hensarling
We have 2 spots available FREE for someone in Tampa 912 that out of work or down on their luck and would like to go.
Please just send and email to Karen and it will be arranged.Posted November 17, 2009 at 8:08 AM -
Michelle Townsend
If there is going to be a C-O-N-V-O-Y of cars going why not follow the bus, maybe we can put our banner on the bus!!!
Posted November 17, 2009 at 11:27 PM -
PatriotSherry
We changed the departure time of the bus to The Villages. It is now leaving at 11:00AM. For those of you who wanted to attend the Tampa book signing, Glenn will have another book signing after his speech at The Villages. Check the calendar for further details.....
Posted November 18, 2009 at 4:33 PM -
Robert
This should be a great Rally for all freedom loveing people from all parts of our State! Our State! Think about State's Rights. I may be our last line of defence against the wave of Socialism coming from out central government.
Posted November 18, 2009 at 10:58 PM -
PatriotSherry
Once this bus fills, a waiting list will begin for a possible second bus! Let's fill another one for Glenn!
Posted November 19, 2009 at 10:13 AM -
Valerie Baumgartner
Hi, I guess we won't make the book signing!! :(
Posted November 19, 2009 at 10:17 PM -
PatriotSherry
Glenn is having a book signing right on Sumter Square after his speech. Hopefully, you can get your booked signed there! Sorry but we felt this rally was more important. Glenn has really been highlighting this as the launch of his plans for 2010. We are blessed to be part of his vision.
Posted November 19, 2009 at 10:38 PM -
Michelle Townsend
The bus (Preston Motorcoach) will depart the I-275 and Bearss Ave. area at 11AM and will make a pass through at the Flying J Travel Plaza at I-75 and FL-52 at 11:30AM to meet-up with anyone wanting to join in the caravan. Look for the Tampa912 banner on the bus! Flying J Travel Plaza Address: 29933 FL-52., San Antonio, FL 33576 Flying J is on Northeast corner of the exit. Cars should be waiting and ready to go by 11:30am. The bus will only pass through. Decorate your cars!
Posted November 19, 2009 at 11:35 PM -
Karen
If decorating your car, remember duct tape leaves a residue on your car and at the speed we're going, everything will fly off. Instead, you can purchase car paint (looks like shoe polish) or washable paint/paintbrush from a craft store to show your spirit! You can also tape signs on your windows from the inside!
Posted November 20, 2009 at 8:42 AM -
Don Hensarling
There will be a big tent at the north end of The Landing. NO SIGNS (on poles or no poles) No chairs (I hate that part) No umbrellas (hope it doesn?t rain) No coolers or food or beverages Glen is scheduled to speak from 3:30-???. He will be signing books after that No posed photos will be allowed. Anyone wanting to have their book signed must stand in line (first come, first served) starting at 12:00 to get one of 2,000 wristbands. This will be at the tent.
Posted November 20, 2009 at 3:33 PM
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Carole Leamon Eason+1 guestAs the hostess on the bus from Preston, I am continually impressed with the members of the Tampa 9-12. I feel honored to be a part of it. The art work on the windows was beautiful and drew a lot of attention. I thank all of you who stayed and helped wash it off. This was the first time that Mr. Preston allowed that on any of his buses - he did it for me because I was so excited about the group. So thanks again. We will be able to do it on all the future trips I do believe. Have a great Thanksgiving and be thankful for this wonderful patriotic group of people. Carole Leamon Eason
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Kathy BrownIt was great to see Glenn & hear his new plan and all, but it was disappointing not to be able to stay long enough to get our books signed.
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Diane TruaxThe 9-12 organizers and the bus company plus it's employees did an excellent job of getting us there and seeing to all our needs. The day was weather perfect. It was a very long and tiring day (30-45 minutes late, depending upon what you were told about his scheduled arrival). Glenn's appearance was very energizing. I am looking forward to hearing more about his plan. Thanks everyone for all your hard work. Diane
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Pam HillIt would have been better if people had abided by the time constraints that we agreed upon before departing the bus for the event.
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Paul RobertsonGlenn Beck was awesome! His speech was very inspiring, and it was nice to travel to the Villages with such a great group of patriots. Over all it was a successful meetup, however, I do have one suggestion for future bus trips: Please stick to the itinerary; there was a vote taken up mid-trip to leave 30 minutes after Glenn Beck's speech rather than 7:30pm which was stated on the itinerary; this vote was brought up on the erroneous information that we would not be able to get wristbands for the book signing. Well, I and several others did get a wristband but were unable to get our books signed due to being called back to the bus because it would be departing in a few minutes. I would expect this bait and switch tactic from our government, but must say I was surprised this happened during a 9-12 meetup. I'll definitely explore other options before taking the bus again.
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Laura Rambeau-LeeI was hoping to get Glenn to sign my books, but we were rushed to leave. But the bus ride was great, got to speak with a lot of like minded people, and truly enjoyed the experience. Glenn was awesome! Inspiring and hopeful.
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Paul MillardWe had a few inconsiderate folks aboard. It was decided before we split up that we would meet at the bus 30 minutes after Glenn spoke. 98% could follow directions and a few couldn't. Consiquently, the 98% had to wait on a running bus for better than 45 minutes while the missing were tracked down. When calling the stragglers, put them on speaker so others can witness the conversation, that seemed to be the concern . Next time if the missing are contacted via cell phone and they choose to stay, everyone else moves on!!
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shirley woodPinecrest Chapter Leader, Assistant Organizer+1 guestThis was another great opportunity to meet up with other patriots. And of course, Glenn was great!
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Patti Touchton+2 guestsThe experience was terrific! The bus was on time, comfortable and filled with American patriots who cared enough to share their concern for our country with others. We may have left Tampa as strangers, but we definitely returned as friends, having shared the day with Glenn Beck. Karen, once again, did a fantastic job organizing the trip. Thank you.
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Additional notes: We will issue refunds if we cancel the bus. We cannot issue a refund if you cancel.
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If times remain the same for the Rally maybe we could leave a little earlier than 1:30, to allow for traffic jams and to get a good spot up front so Glenn can see his hometown 912 er's up close?