Biznik Green Carpet Oscar Bash

Can I bring a guest? Realized the RSVP isn't set up for this... Will be good to finally make it to an event again, been underwater with projects.

Yes - I have a question about guests too! (I think I have my teenage daughter Sunday.)

My 2 cents worth is that if you can attend an event with Dan-n-Lara hosting, Don't miss it.
They are Top Shelf leaders. And the Venue makes it a Slam Dunk deal!

-- J.P.

Since this is a GREEN event (and since I don't drink), those of you EASTSIDERS who might want to carpool to this, save the planet, have a designated driver, and all that -- let's ORGANIZE! I can leave the Totem Lake / Kingsgate Park and Ride area at about 4:30 p.m. and will have room for 3-4 others(besides myself). I'm so excited. I just can't hide it. My first Oscar bash. Biznik has put me on the map, and I think I like it! Dave Kuhns, writer 206-605-2022

Fabulous idea! I will definitely sporting the latest in movie-star wear. :) Can't wait to see/meet all of you!

OK, thanks guys!

I mentioned this to the SIFF Fools. Their Event fizzled - so some may sign up and attend.

What a great thing to do after my birthday brunch!

I'll be going Just to see what Dan ends up wearing!

Hope we don't disappoint - I took the black velvet suit Dan was married in, to the drycleaner's today. ;)

Can't wait, this will be lots of fun.

Dan, saw your tweet - great because I might not have gotten back on Biznik in time before it was full. Good use of a multi-facted approach to getting the word out.

Looks like we have about 100 RSVP so far, just so you know I am up-grading the party to a spaghetti feed, because it is starting a 5pm and I will be hungry. ALSO, Can we make this a food bank event and have everyone bring two non perishable food items that we can give to local food banks? The spaghetti is on us....

Great idea - THANKS, SCOTT! I've amended the description above.

You don't have to bring an food item to get the Spaghetti, we'll have enough for everyone. Also for those wanting to bring a guest, no problem, please email me directly so I can adjust.

Scott

I'm a movie buff and love to dress up for my first Oscar party and mix with other movie buffs or filmmakers! Ladies, please stud your stuff and wear your nicest party dress or gown and flashy jewelry. I'll be wearing my imitation that looks real jewelry.. For the API Celebration in May I have to put together a program of independent Asian American films. Please email me if you are interested and are a filmmaker.

I'm hosting an Eros Salon at a location just down the street which will end at 7:00pm (on time!) I may be a bit late... but I'll be dressed up!... Great idea

Hey Scott, I just signed up for BizNik in order to get in to this event and it's full! Now, I am gonna try to waive a wand to increase the size to 135 so I can get in... Here it goes.....

Well I'll be Danned.

Dan, perfect....if you only knew.....

Now that Rags AND Steffan are going to be there... this is certain to be THE social event of the season! I feel so groovy!

I will be there in my most posh frock. Floor length black satin. 'Nuff said.

See you all there!

I can't believe I missed the sign up for this! If anyone cancels, let me know.

Darn, how did I miss this one? If someone cancels and there's room for one more, please let me know!

Annika -- see Dan's post about "professional photographers". :-D Dan / Lara / Scott ... here's an idea: what about if people who are only going to be there PART of the time -- let you know. (I mean, I'll be there the ENTIRE time, but.. you know.. some of the people might be fashionably late, have to leave early to change their kids' diapers, whatever). Kinda like a museum opening... could you extend the numbers that way? Scott, let me know if you need help in the pasta kitchen... I'm a vet of MANY soccer/baseball/Midwest pot luck pasta feeds! Dave Kuhns www.cyranowriter.com

Dan, my wife Victoria and I will be there with our cameras also. This is going to be fun!

David, Annika, and all still looking, we are watching to see how many want to squeezzzzzz in. The building capacity overall is 3000, we are confining this event to the screening theater and backstage area we call the village. As far as the total attendance, I am only worried about everyone being comfortable and being able to watch the TV show. The theater seats 50 with another 20 in standing room. The downstairs village will have good seating for another 50. I have food for 150 and more, there is lots of standing room and spillage into the front hall and I will have studio A open for looks. Unfortunately we have all 8 of our cinema HD projectors working out on other shows this week and weekend or I would open up studio A as a big showroom theater for as many as wanted to come. (Next Time). I don’t know how to predict the no-shows. Watch till this time tomorrow and will see how many more want to come......At this time I feel we can squeezes a few more in understanding viewing of the show may become a little limited.

David, thanks for the kitchen help offer, we do formal dinners weekly for 700. Spaghetti and Meatballs, no brainer, lets leave it up to the catering staff.

PS. I may need help on Saturday with hotdogs! (Just Kidding)

As I recall, the last big event (Wine and Cheese), had nearly 200 RSVP's but only 119 attended. Suggestion: send out an email the day before or day of and request those who are not coming to remove their RSVP so others feel free to join. I'd try to make it if I knew there was room. Sounds like fun.

OK....were going to sneek it up a little.

Thanks Scott! See you Sunday.

Sounds like a great get together and I look forward to joining you for what shall be a fantastic gathering on Oscar Night.

Voila!~ Let 'em roll...

Thanks for adding a few more spots! I'm looking forward to it.

Soooo wish I could attend this one...but will be in Portland! Have a blast everyone!!

-Julian

I was hoping one of my fabulous film buff friends that I'm going to the Seattle Flower and Garden Show with on Sunday would also be able to attend this Green Carpet Extravaganza with me. Alas, I cannot figure out what to do with the plants and goodies we'll likely buy at the show (We're avid gardeners) nor how to change from our gardening costumes to the doubtless award winning glamorous gowns we'd wear to this Green Carpet event! So I'll pull myself, very reluctantly, from the attendee list and make room for another biznik to attend. I WILL BE ABLE TO ATTEND ONE OF THESE GRAND EVENTS SOMEDAY! Have fun everyone! Penny

how fun!

Oh rats! I missed this! I love the Oscars and I have a great dress!

well i guess that answers the question. i've been up in the air about attending and now it's full. haha on me.

If anyone cancels, will you pop me a message thru the drop down arrow next to my profile pic? :)

THANKS!

Remember you don’t need to eat before you get here, we are providing a fresh Cesar salad and Spaghetti buffet with all the necessities needed for whatever you bring as refreshment. We also ask, if you can, please bring at least two non-perishable food items for the Fremont area food banks.

The Oscar live broadcast will be seen in two areas of the facility, the screening theater upstairs seats 50 plus standing room, this will be the best and most spectacular location to view the broadcast in HD, first come first serve. The other area is the room you first enter, “The Village”, this will have cozy couch seating with plenty of standing and socializing room. The Oscars will be displayed on a 60” HD screen focused to the general seating area. If you’re a dedicated Oscar spectator get here early to save your seat in the theater.

Also, be sure to have your "professional pose" for the paparazzi at the door.

Thank you again, you’re going to have a fabulous time.

Scott Jonas – Owner, Mat Kane – Special Event Manager, Scott McGargle - Master Catering Chef, Chad Britzman - Studio Assistant, David Peterson – IT/AV/Production,

And of course,

Dan McComb and Lara Feltin of Biznik

This is so fabulous!

As a dedicated Greenie & living car-free, the level of my personal fabulousness (i.e. attire) is dependent on whether I can get a ride from Northgate (spike heels and thin evening gown do not mesh with bus stops in February).

Anyone headed south from north? I'm located very near the Northgate Mall.

I can't wait!! This will be my first event even though I joined in October. I have many friends who are attending also. Can't wait to meet more of you.

I'm so sad it is full. I hope those who don't plan on attending cancel their RSVP so I can attend. It sounds wonderful!

Many people cancel RSVPs at the last minute, so if you're interested in attending, be sure to check back in on Saturday and Sunday morning to grab those spots.

I am so there and I love spaghetti! did I spell that right? :)

I just opened it up for more. New floor plan.

You're a rockstar, Scott! Who knew this event, posted so last minute, would draw so much interest!

Oh I am SO ready for this now! I tried my dress on this morning.....YOWZA!! Someone will have to get a pic of Kristen and I in our floor length black slinkies!

I even practiced my paparazzi look! heehee.

So excited for the turnout and meeting new faces! I've only ever been to friend's oscar parties at their homes, nothing as grande and swanky as this.

Will there be ballots so we get to vote for our faves? You can print them out from the NBC website. :)

I'd love to join you but I'm catering a private Oscar party Sunday. Have a great time!

There's room for more again! Hurrah! My social calendar just this minute changed to allow me to attend the Green Carpet! I may bring a friend, but I'm little so we shouldn't take up too much room (chuckle) and we can try not to eat too much....though spaghetti is my favorite! I'll bring items for the Fremont food banks. Hope I'll find some of my new Biznik friends in the crowd!
Penny

Ken and I, at White Hawk Photography/ Images will be serving as part of the paparazzi and would like to offer a special Biznik discount of 20% on any prints purchased from the evening. Just look for the white feather and give us your card and we’ll email you with the details.

Question for all you fabbo Red Carpet experienced people: Does a Robin Williams look-alike in black tie need arm candy when he rolls up to the [green] carpet? I mean, everyone I ever see is coupled or in groups! Having said that... I'm still looking for Carpoolers from the northern parts of the Eastside (Bothell, Kirkland, etc.) I can drive BUT here's the deal... since I DON'T drink, and I LOVE socializing with Biznik people AND eating pasta, I plan to leave at 4:30, be part of the "OH MY HECK I'M SO EXCITED I MUST BE A TOURIST OR A FIRST-TIMER!!" crowd, and leave at the end -- like 9:30 or 10 pm? Unless of course there's some after-party party! BUT if you want to carpool with THOSE requirements -- Dave Kuhns - www.cyranowriter.com 206-605-2022 Oh, yeah.. for the green carpet, I'll roll in a leather interior, 1983 Silver Jaguar - the same model Princess Di used to drive when she drove herself. <giggle>

Stuff is starting now on the red carpet, if some want to come a little early.....it's ok with us!

Scott

It sounds like a big, big bash and an unforgettable party!

I made my own necklace (gawdy-crystal "diamond" outrageous) and picked out an over-the-top bright red, floor-length satin dress from my sister! But, in the end, I decided to watch from the coziness of my bed.

Have fun!

Hello guys and dolls,

I can't make it tonight, but my red carpet gown and I will be there in spirit. Blowing air kisses at all of you! -g

Augh! Last minute healing needs are going to keep me away from this awesome shindig!!!

I am so excited about this new venue/Biznik partnership, though, and I KNOW there's gonna be other awesomeness coming there now that the weather is warming up.

Heck, I'll HOST a smashing party if I have to!

Sorry to miss you all and looking forward to the next one.

I've been looking forward to this all weekend and now I'm not feeling so hot...BUMMER!

All I can say is, Wow! This was really a great night, in a great venue - the Fremont Studios is an amazing place! Thanks Dan, Lara, and Scott!!

Had a great time. Thank you so much Scott, Laura and Dan. Venue was tops, food great Chef Tyler Anderson fantastic. It was my first event. I will be much more active in the future.

Ann

It was a great night, I want to echo to everyone thanks. It was a great experience, conversation. It brought back some memories of theater and PBS days. Great venue.

Tonight was a lot of fun. I saw a lot of friends and was introduced to a lot of new friends. Thanks!

Stunning evening (as could be expected). One question... can someone help me find the woman who was standing by the wine, wanting to know about being a poet? Short, glasses... I don't recognize her on the RSVP list. <lesson> :-D Seriously, thanks to ALL who made this event -- well, it was worth borrowing the tux and tie, wasn't it!?!?! dave kuhns -- www.cyranowriter.com

We b new in town, didn't know where to party, we had a great time, we like havin fun...it put a smile on our face seein old n makin new friends. Whoohoo! Thank you Biznik and a big shout out out to Scott, you know how to par-tee!

What a fantastic venue! The crowd was well-healed and interesting. Admittedly, I paid little attention to the TV screens--I had to read about the Oscar winners in this morning's newspaper. I was too busy speaking with other Biznikers.

Thank you Dan, Lara, Scott and crew for a great event. All the penguin suits and beautiful women in beautiful dresses - Lara looked like a page out of 1930s Hollywood. The screening room was first rate and the downstairs space was really conducive to having a fun evening.

This was my first Biznik event. I was really excited to be there. The space is beautiful and Scott was a warm and gracious host. I was so interested in watching the Oscars that I didn't really do much 'mixing'. But the few people I did talk with, like Dan, really inspired me to think differently about my business and start feeling more expansive about promoting myself. Thank you for the blessing of this organization!

Thank you Scott, Dan and all who made this such an inspiring event! I loved it! Wow! The Oscar goes to Scott and Team for best Biznilk!

Fabulous venue and fabulous evening... Thanks to everyone that made it possible!

Thank you Dan,Lara and Scott. I totally enjoyed myself at the Oscars. It was a great venue and I met many and the food was great. Hope we can have another one next year.

Thanks Phil

Scott, you epitomize the words, remarkable client service - here you put on a party and covered the costs investing in us ahead of knowing what full benefit lay ahead for you. In a day and age where customer service is so woeful with so many retailers and businesses (who really are and will be learning a lesson the hard way) - you stood out with your fanastic venue and event.

Dan, and Lara, as aways - fabulous hosting, great people, wonderful business development and FUN.

Loved the evening! Thanks Scott,Dan and Lara! Very glad I could make it. Thanks to the chef for making my very favorite meal! Sorry I missed talking with lots of folks...the big screen Oscars were so fun I couldn't stop watching! Penny

Thank you for the best Oscar Party I've ever attended! I can't wait to go back to Scott's place for more events. Wonderful energy of the space and the people! Truly a night to remember. Biznik has what I've been looking for~

Thank You Scott for Hosting in your Magical Space A Perfect Venue To Watch The Oscars ! ! Dan & Lara, as always, gracious co hosts.

And The Oscar Goes To BIZNIK for Extraordinary Above & Beyondness In A Group Marketing Biz

That was great, thanks so much. The spaghetti was delicious! Plus, I met some very nice folks. You guys deserve a round of applause!

Hey everybody! I loved the energy last night! Thank you all for accepting me as a shirtless bum in the midst of your swankyness... I just wanted to say that last night two deals were lit on my busy stove. So, from a networking perspective... this was a very great party. And a couple of other nibbles were started. The mix of folks is getting better, Dan and Lara and Christian... Fantastic Job! Of course a HUGE shout-out (oops... politically loaded phrase?) to Scott Jonas and his entire team... which I made sure to thank, in person last night. They are a real resource for you. Awsum!

Dan, Lara, and Scott, thank you for hosting a wonderful event in a fantastic space. Relaxed and fun as advertised. Good folks spending a great evening in the center of the universe.

Fabulous party! As all have said ~ great to see all the faces and friends, new and old. And the Oscars were truly special this year. Watching the most personal awards show (kudos to the show producers!) I've ever seen among my entrepreneurial peers was a very special night. Besides needing to jsut relax and have some fun, it was a fun chance to get dressed up for once. But where was Joe Hage?? I wore my hat just for you, my dear!

This was a terrific party! Thanks so much to Scott for the swell spaghetti and gracious hosting; and thanks to Dan and Lara for planning and hosting too!

What a nice opportunity to see glam outfits, mix, and hang out in the beautiful theater. Didn't hurt, as others have said, that it was a gem of an awards show this year.

Hm. Maybe I should go to glam dress-up events regularly! Starts off the week on a, let's say, polished note :-).

Thank you for the fantastic event! The number of people who got in the spirit of Hollywood glam was extraordinary. The attention to detail paid by Scott and his crew from Fremont Studios was magical. I can't wait for next year's bash!

Contact Scott if you'd like to learn more about renting out Fremont Studios for your own event. Their professionalism was truly over the top.

A big thank you to our professional Paparazzi: Bryace Mohan, Ken & Victoria Lapp, and Paul Butterfield, who generously donated their time to take shots of our fabulous revelry. We've asked them to upload their photos to Flickr and tag them with, "fremont studios biznik oscars 09," so you can find them. Please contact each photographer directly about purchasing professional prints.

While the event and people and outfits were awesome, I am excited for the kinds of Biznik events that need a space like Fremont Studios...

Who will create a 500 person event? What will the subject be?

The question is no longer "If?" there will be a Biznik event of that size ... the question now is "When?"

I'm looking forward to it!

It was so much fun!

Once again another great event. We had so much fun and it was great meeting new people and running into friends.

oooo I want to do a 500 person event! Anyone want to do this with me? :) And yes, what will our topic be?

It was an amazing event - def the best Oscars party I've been to. I second Annie's words about the personal viewing of the show. WOW!

I wish there had been more before and after show interaction time. I couldn't get there earlier than 530 and by the end of the show, people were leaving.

Great food, drink and thanks for the chocolate and popcorn snacks as well! :) I LOVE movie popcorn!

This place definitely is amazing - I almost fell over!

Thanks to our photographers for saucy images of Kristen and I on the red carpet. We are SO incourageable together. haha.

ANd thank you to our hosts Scott, Dan and Lara. I am always up for co-hosting as well!

Blessings fabulous ones!

Very good event! I was amazed with the layout! A big round of Applause to Scott for having us at his place! Also thanks to the photographers there taking pictures I am excited to see the rest of them posted here and on Flickr! Great job getting the shots you took up so fast David!