October 5th, 2000

The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether or not Dirty Frank's or Coppa Banana shall be entered into the agenda for Bender Day 2000*.

First, Coppa Banana.  While the Committee fully supports frequent trips to the Coppa, it is our understand that the true meaning of Bender Day* is to "hang out and get wasted."  While the Committee FULLY recognizes the ability to get COMPLETELY wasted at the Coppa, the very essence of the Coppa, in particular as it pertains to its location on South Street, and equally as notable its lack of tables, tends to tarnish the hanging out aspect of Bender Day*.  It should also be noted that, during Bender Day 1999*, things really started to get ugly when the Coppa was introduced into the mix.  Therefore, it is the recommendation of the Committee to place the Coppa on a one year suspension from Bender Day*.  Its application for re-admittance shall be reviewed prior to Bender Day 2001*.

Second, Dirty Frank's.  In this instance, the Committee understands that Dirty Frank's meets both the "getting waste" and "hanging out" aspects of Bender Day*.   However, in so many words, IT IS FILTHY!!   Again, the Committe encourages people to frequent Dirty Frank's often...however, it will be barred from the Bender Day* agenda...however, this does NOT mean that it can never again be frequented on Bender Day*, only that it shall not be a scheduled stop.

September 15^th, 2001

The purpose of this meeting is to determine the itinerary for the 2001 Bender Day*, and to determine which quote will be engraved from Bender Day I*.

Due in large part to an extensive letter writing campaign, The Committee begrudgingly readmits Coppa Banana to the Bender Day III* agenda.

Jennifer Kuenzel will be awarded the Bender Day III* Bender Cup for her part in:

Jenn “Can you make this drink?”
Bartender “Honey, does this LOOK like the kind of place that would serve champagne?!?”

 * Bender day being a wholly owned subsidiary of Bender Week Incorporated.

October 21^st, 2001

There are several reasons for holding a meeting immediately following Bender Day III*.  These are:

1.  The Copa

The Coppa’s return to the Bender Day* line up did not fail to disappoint.  The Committee once again pointed out the over crowded state of the bar, and the kiln-like temperatures.  The Committee therefore, unanimously, banishes The Coppa from any future Bender Days*.

2.  The Dicken’s Inn

Records from Bender Day I* are admittedly sketchy.  Accordingly, The Committee recognizes the fact that Bender Day I* may have occurred later than October.  This shocking realization came about when we noticed that The Dicken’s Inn doesn’t start serving hot cider until November, which was drunk to the enjoyment of all during Bender Day I*.
Unfortunately for The Dicken’s Inn, this means there is not much point in maintaining it as the final anchor of Bender Day*, as when you take away the ambiance of drinking hot spiced cider, while watching snow fall on the cobble stone streets of Head House Square, all your left with is an over priced bar nearly 20 blocks away from the starting point.

3.  Dirty Franks

In a year when the trend appears to be towards REMOVING bars from possible consideration for Bender Day IV*, Dirty Frank’s stands poised to make its triumphant return.

During a desperate scramble to find cigarettes on Bender Day III*, Kyle, Scrottina and Ted stumbled across Dirty Frank’s.  Upon entering the establishment, it was noticed that, while, in a word, it is still FILTHY, being early in the afternoon there was plenty of space to sit, and the beer glasses themselves were clean.  Therefore, Dirty Frank’s WILL be allowed to apply for re-admittance to the Bender Day* agenda.

4.  To reprimand Mike for not understanding key components of “The Buddy System”

5.  To vote on the Quote of the Year

Due to the fact that The Bender Cup is carried throughout the city, where any/everyone passing buy can view the quotes, the TRUE winner of the Bender Day III* quote was disqualified due to the use of inappropriate language.  Therefore, The Cup will be awarded to Nervous John on October 12^th, for his quote:

“What are the sleeping arrangements?!?!?!?” 

  * Bender day being a wholly owned subsidiary of Bender Week Incorporated.

September 4th , 2003

Due to various commitments the post Bender Day IV*, pre Bender Day 5* Committee meeting has been delayed to nearly a month prior to Bender Day 5*...which has created much confusion among the laity.  At long last, here are the rulings:

1.  Copa Too

In a word -- RIGHT OUT!  While none of the problems with the above mentioned Copa exist at Copa Too, the drinks sucked, plus DaveTed got stuck with the bill, so, to reiterate, The Committee therefore, unanimously, banishes Copa Too from any future Bender Days*.

2.  McGlinchey's

Again -- RIGHT OUT.  To recap...we met a dude there who is now dead, and not in a funny way.  Despite the fact that they DO have a table-top Ms. Pacman machine, The Committee banishes McGlinchey's from any future Bender Days*.

3.  McGillian's

Not a good year for the Scottish was 2002 -- RIGHT OUT.

4.  New Final Destination

In a year where negativity seemed to abound, the one bright spot was Fergie's bar, which not only held or attention for some 3 hours, but weeks later the owners actually inquired as to when we would be coming back.  Therefore, Fergie's Pub has been awarded the distinct honor of replacing The Dicken's Inn as the last official stop on Bender Day*.

On a similar topic, plaques are being awarded to both Monk's and Fergie's to designate their place in history as the first and last stops, respectively on Bender Day*.  Click <HERE> to view the plaques.

5.  To vote on the Quote of the Year

Once again, foul language disqualified the true funniest quote of the day, so The Cup will be awarded to DaveTed on October 11^th, for his quote:

“Better to want, not have, than have, not want” 

  * Bender day being a wholly owned subsidiary of Bender Week Incorporated.

August 20th , 2004

This year's meeting was one of the most contentious to date...but we feel that once the dust has cleared, we are left with a stronger, more relevant Bender Day:

1.  A lot of bars this year hated us

Probably the most shocking revelation to come of this year was that the traditional gathering place -- Monk's -- F'ING HATES Bender Day*.  It turns out we may have out grown this bar, so it is being removed from the list.
O'Shea's, also, not a big fan of Bender Day* -- asking for advanced notice.  And, even though they DO have a fax machine, this place it now right out.

2.  Black Sheep & Mace's Crossing

Both TREMENDOUS bars, and will most likely be added to future itineraries...they just didn't fit this year's map

3.  "New" starting point

Dark Horse -- formerly known as The Dicken's Inn has been added back to the list as the starting point -- be sure to check out ALL 3 of their bars for the rest of the tour

4.  Bender Cup

While the Bender Cup will continue to be engraved, it will now be permanently on display in the new Bender Day* museum -- located at 3428 Division Street.

5.  To vote on the Quote of the Year

We actually went back in time to give out this year's award for funniest quote -- a non-participant, the owner of O'Shea's:

“I mean...did you give anyone notice?  Did you call?  Fax?” -- FAX?!? 

4.  People wandering off

It has come to our attention that many people tend to wander off in the middle of Bender Day*.  Due to this, we have added an "Audible" into the mix, where people are actually encouraged to visit a (or MANY) bars of their choice.  The goal remains to make it to Fergie's as the final destination.

  * Bender day being a wholly owned subsidiary of Bender Week Incorporated.