We are still working out the details for Social Media Day whether it is going to be a lunch or a after hours extravaganza.  We would like to get a few more businesses there and then have some great learning sessions and some of the best networking in NW Indiana.

So stay tuned for more details and there is going to be one great low-lite reel on this very special episode of #NWiTweetup Video Recap

Social Media Day June 30th, Pepe’s In Valparaiso, Social Media Luncheon more details coming soon

and for the record, I know the sound is off on this I am working on it.

Stay tuned

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We are doubling down for the month of March.  Hopefully, the really bad cold weather is behind us and the first sign of Northwest Indiana Spring will be upon us.  Yep, you guessed it.  Dave in shorts.

Back, by popular demand, a Thursday night Tweetup.  Come join us for Socializing, Networking and laughter all caffienated by UpTown Cafe on 1400 Lincolnway in downtown Valparaiso.  Do you know why we have so many Lincolways in NWIndiana?  I do.

Thursday, March 11th from 7 to 9pm.

There will be appetizers, give-a-ways from @Cartronix

For more information comment below or hit me @davewoodson

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Hey, guys,

In addition to the Official January 2010 NWI Tweetup being held at BW3s in Portage, IN on Wednesday, the 20th, NWITweetup.com has learned that a 2nd Tweetup has been scheduled to take place at Golden Tech‘s famous Boiler Room on the 27th.

The theme of this NWI Tweetup:  Blog Indiana!

What is Blog Indiana?

Blog Indiana is the state’s definitive inbound / internet marketing event, held every August in Indianapolis. Many of Indiana’s premier internet and social media companies, thought leaders, as well as anybody or company who has even has a passing interest in the craft gather together for a few days of seminars, classes, free form discussions, and afterparties.

Keynote speakers at Blog Indiana have included Chris Brogan and Jason Falls. Indiana’s own Douglas Karr (DK New Media), Chris Baggott (Compendium Blogware)  and The Region’s own Steve Dalton and Jonathan Thomas have also spoken at the event.

NWI Tweetup’s January 2010 Blog Indiana Viewing Party

This year, Blog Indiana is taking their act on the road in the months leading up to the much-anticipated convention. The first event will take place on January 27th at SproutBox in Bloomington, IN with keynote speaker Erik Deckers of both Pro Blog Service and the Indiana Department of Tourism’s “Visit Indiana” blog.

The Blog Indiana event will be aired via streaming video at the aforementioned Golden Tech Boiler Room. Since the event is starting earlier than normal (5:15pm) due to the time difference, arrangements are being made for refreshments. At worst, someone will be ordering pizza (UPDATE 2010/01/25:  food will now be sponsored by Bistro 1-5-7, Pikk’s Tavern, and Wagner’s Ribs)

“We sincerely appreciate being asked to host such a unique tweetup and eagerly look forward to watching the Blog Indiana event with members of The Region’s Social Media community,” said Scott Dujmovich, Partner at Golden Tech. “Events such as this only helps strengthen the bonds of the state’s Internet Marketing community.”

Special Announcements

At the end of the Blog Indiana event, there will be time for questions, discussions, and a special announcement regarding NWI Tweetup and Blog Indiana. You’ll want to make sure you’re there to hear it.

Then After the NWI Tweetup

Given those who’ve already shown interest in attending this special NWI Tweetup, rumor has it another #aftertweetup will break out. That’s probably a pretty sound rumor.

Event: 2nd January 2010 NWI Tweetup – Blog Indiana Viewing Party
Place: Golden Tech of Valparaiso, IN
Time: 5:15pm – 7:15pm+ (with probable #aftertweetup to follow UPDATE: 2010/01/25: to start at Golden Tech)
Host: Golden Technologies
Contact: Nat Finn

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For more information on Blog Indiana, please visit their website or contact them via twitter.

A Tweetup in a Boiler Room?

For those concerned that we’re holding a Tweetup in an actual Boiler Room, Golden Tech’s famed “Boiler Room” is a recreational room (presumably) named for their allegiance to Purdue University.

(photo credit: Noah Coffey via Flickr)

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The Owners and Management of Buffalo Wild Wings of Portage have graciously invited us in for the January #NWITweetup.

Wednesday, January 20th @ 7pm

There will be some free appetizers for us to share, games to play from Golden Tee to trivia.

We will also be announcing a #NWITweetup logo contest for all of artistically gifted Tweeters.

So, come one come all and share the night with us.  As we network and get to meet face to face with those that we normally only get to use 14o characters.

If you have any questions you can tweet me @ Dave Woodson or NWITweetup

For Map and Directions

We are always looking for new ideas, if you would like to help let us know.  If you know a place that would like to hold a NWITweetup let us know.

Dave

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As you can see, the NWITweetup.com website is coming along nicely. Slowly, but nicely. It’s becoming what it was designed to be:  a resource for Nortwest Indiana tweetups, meetups, and networking events.

But it’s missing a little something:  A logo. Not that we want tweetups to be that much more formalized so much as we would like a symbol, a flag, a rallying cry. And something to purdy up on the the sites and social media platforms.

And since the site is supposed to be a reflection of the northwest Indiana online community, we who help keep the site running on a consistent basis think it’s only proper to make sure the community decides how the site should look and feel.

As well as what the logo should be.

So, at the January 2010 tweetup, the team of Dalton, Finn, Sipple & Woodson will be announcing a NWI TWEETUP logo design contest. Details are still a little murky at this time, but all will be cleared up by then.

The Gist of the NWI Tweetup logo:

Contestants will have til the Feburary 2010 Tweetup to submit ideas. Pending on submissions, those ideas will all be put up for display and NWI Tweeps will have until appox. two weeks after the Feb 2010 tweetup to vote for their favorite.

Who Votes on the NWI Tweetup Logo?

Good question. We’ll probably collect email addresses on the Jan & Feb 2010 addresses. Those who sign up will be emailed a ballot. Only those email addresses will be able to vote. This way, we keep it to the active in the community and prevent ballot stuffing.

What if you can’t make either tweetup but are still active?

Leave us a comment on NWITweetup.com requesting a ballot.

When is the January 2010 Tweetup:

Rumor has it the January 2010 NWI Tweetup will be on January 20th at BW3′s in Portage, IN, but that has to be confirmed by the Daver. Tweet him about it and ask.

DAVE!

Second January 2010 Tweetup Spoiler?

Dave Woodson’s January 2010 NWI Tweetup is not to be confused with the potential second tweetup that could be finalized soon. The date of that one will be January 27th…more to come on that one!

And, oh yeah, they’ll both be very much worth it!

(photo credit:  spysgrandson via Flickr)

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We all had a really great time Inmans , you can also follow them at @InmansValpo in early December.  We had a little over 40 attendees on a cold Monday night.  A great time was really had by all with me bringing up the rear and coming in last in all but one of my games.

If you are looking to book a part, I could not recommend them higher.  I think it would be perfect for a date night, a evening with other friends or a several couples that simply want to have fun in a smoke-free environment.   I am cigar smoker, but I love being able to go out and enjoy time with friends and not coming home smelling like smoke that is such a plus for me and many of my friends.

Also, I know coming up in January Inmans will be having some league nights for Cornhole/bean bags toss.  So, if you are anyone you may know are interested please visit the link and sign-up today.  I am sure the league will fill up fast.  Oh, I would be silly not to mention that they have bowling leagues every week.

So, if you are looking for family fun, a night out with friends, or just hanging with some friend to have some beer and pizza while you bowl, toss bean bags or play in the arcade.  You should head on over to Inmans in Valparaiso.

and from the entire #NWITweetup Crowd, we thank Brian Kadar and the entire crew @ Inmans for a great time.

For more information make sure you visit InmansValpo.com

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So far, so good. This means we’re now able to post on location for the next NWI Tweetup!

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