Tuesday, February 19, 2008 at 03:43PM
Welcome to the website Of
HOUSE M.D.Convention-Princeton!
The Convention will take place in Princeton, New Jersey and is being partnered by The Princeton Regional Chamber Of Commerce
This is the place to come in the future for registration, schedules, updates, and all other information relating to The Convention!
The idea of a House Convention was conceived on The Fox Fan Forum in May of 2007. Shortly thereafter we started to plan for the eventuality of a House Convention- a fan-fest for all House fans.
Our site features a daily blog, updated information (as it becomes available) gorgeous fan art ,videos and much more. Princeton Regional Chamber Of Commerce Visitors Guide and Princeton Information!Visit Princeton! Pre or Post Convention Visit NYC! There is a discussion forum on our site so that you can connect with others attending this Convention which should assist you in planning your trip to Princeton. Question:When you hear the name "Princeton",what goes through your mind?
Caricature by Permission of Mr.Nelson Santos
Perhaps you think of the movie "A Beautiful Mind" or of the famous artists, writers, Presidents,Vice Presidents, Supreme Court Justices who lived or attended school here. Maybe your thoughts go to "Risky Business". Whatever thought comes to mind, many of the greatest thinkers ,business people,politicians,scientists,economists,artists, astronauts,performers and numerous Pulitzer Prize winning authors have been associated with this very special place.
In "This Side Of Paradise",F.Scott Fitzgerald wrote :"I think of Princeton as being lazy and good-looking and aristocratic- you know, like a spring day." Eight-five years later, this appraisal still fits like a glove. From the century-old FitzRandolph gates at Princeton University to the steep rowing shells on sparkling Lake Carnegie, this town is traditional -but not stuffy; charming- but not quaint.The campus of Princeton is of course its own gorgeous green city in both architecture and ideas.Raymond Rhinehart wrote in his"Guide To Campus Architecture" that Princeton is: "a marketplace of ideas, set in a garden" "Great minds have been finding their way to Princeton for centuries. No wonder "House" lives and works here, at least fictionally. The Convention will be held in Princeton, New Jersey. It is the home of famed Princeton University and their crew team, Frist Campus Center (PPTH),The Princeton Record Exchange and countless historical and cultural sites as well as the fictional setting of "House M.D."
America's best minds have been visiting and meeting in Princeton for over 200 years, from the first sessions of the Continental Congress to today's high-tech conventions. The flourishing Princeton Region continues to be the choice of people who want to experience American history in a graciously current and high tech region. Charming country inns, luxurious hotels and budget accommodations are abundant in Princeton.
Question: What Is The Date Of The Convention? Anytime between now and the last episode of the Final Season. Everyone will have more than sufficient notice in regard to this as we are aware many of the fans who have been in contact with us are from abroad.
Question:Why has this taken so long to plan? A "House" Convention is reasonably not on Fox's priority list at the current time. After the long writers strike they understandably have many major concerns regarding their programming and schedules.We want to give them every opportunity to come onboard. Published under permission P.M.Pinto and grapesodastudio.com
Visit Mr. Pinto's Site Question:Why not think "outside the Fox"? Answer:We know the type of Convention we want and fans from around the world have been in contact with us during the past year and made their voices heard. We all saw what can be accomplished when a dedicated group of individuals and a strong fan base partner with a major studio for a Fan Convention-witness the overwhelming success of "The Office" Convention held in Scranton,P.A., this past year.Covered by most major media outlets with Opening Ceremonies televised live on NBC, we all had a glimpse of how to structure a successful TV fan Convention and what having the involvement of the studio brings.This type of Convention can only happen with Fox's blessing. Q:What events are planned for the convention? Answer:Everything you wrote and told us you wanted and more. The first two days of The Convention will be filled with Opening and Closing Ceremonies, A Street Fair,
Question: What if both evening events are sold out? What is there to do in Princeton?
Answer:Should you want to make the most out of your stay and Princeton The Convention program will list Tony Award winning local theaters,concerts,dining,Comedy and Jazz Clubs and even where to buy the best *Reuben Sandwich* in town to eat while viewing showings of "House, Seasons I-IV". We are mindful that not everyone will be attending the Special Event evenings on both nights and there is a wealth of options available to you. Princeton is a cultural wonderland and you will find much of interest to see and do there. There will be tours of Historic Princeton and of Princeton University offered on Sunday. Princeton has all manner of Houses Of Worship and active minded pursuits like rowing near Lake Carnegie.Sesame Place and Six Flags We'd like to thank The Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce to partnering with us for this event. They have given of their time, talent and expertise in using the resources available to them as well as their long experience in hosting and planning meetings and conventions of all types. We couldn't have a better partner and want them to know how well regarded they are by The Convention Staff for their many contributions and efforts on behalf of House Convention-Princeton. Question:Does this event benefit Charity? Answer:We are partnered with NAMI-MERCER ("House Charity Tees) for this event. They are one of our charities of choice. We are also partnered with Community Blood Services who will be conducting a bone marrow drive during The Convention. Questions? Concerns? Comments?A member of The House MD Convention-Princeton staff will answer your concerns/questions as promptly as possible. We welcome all inquiries and hope you will return often.
Thank you for all your support, positive feedback in regards to The Convention and for your patience.We are loking forward to a great event in Princeton and to seeing you all there!
Please remember to: Sign our Guest Book so we know you came by.
House Convention-Princeton Planning Committee
Un Jour A Princeton
We encourage you to visit the new Princeton Regional Chamber Of Commerce Website with all updated Visitor Information:
Notable people including United States Presidents and Nobel Laureates have called Princeton their home, and many of the buildings where they lived and worked survive today. Museums and historic destinations dot the area, and give visitors the opportunity to take a walk in the footsteps of time.
Question: Where exactly is Princeton? The Location
Answer:Midpoint along the Northeast corridor(halfway between the Philadelphia and New York metropolitan areas), Princeton is easily accessible by highway, mass transit, and through major airports.
Proximity to Route One, the New Jersey Turnpike, and I-95, the Princeton area is an easy drive from points in the Northeast. Convenient access to Amtrak, New Jersey Transit, and air transportation at Mercer County Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and Philadelphia International Airport means that the region is also accessible from destinations around the world.
Should Fox decide that they would like to partner with us for this extraordinary event, we want to give them every opportunity to do so.
Answer:Selecting possible venues, making contacts with charities and Chambers of Commerce,setting up the proper Security for the cast and fans is just a small part of the planning process for this Convention. It takes time to build sound relationships with people and we are very proud to be working with so many enthusiastic and helpful groups.
The Convention we all most want to see includes the cast, writers, producers, directors, patients of the week, Fox merchandise, House Seasons and Fox's presence. We want to invite the entire cast, patients of the week, former guests stars, writers, producers, directors.
There will be two full days jam packed with all kinds of events, and a Sunday morning event to thank those from Princeton and our charities of choice for partnering with us.
As, for the Cast, Autograph Signings,A Writer's Block,Rock The House Special VIP Friday and Saturday night events for charity, and much more.Maybe there will even be a concert or two.
A "House"Party is scheduled where the fans are the stars and there will be all kinds of fun-filled fan events.
Question: What is the mission of The Princeton Regional Chamber Of Commerce?
From the first, they have proven to be an enthusiastic and valuable resource in the planning of House Convention-Princeton. 
The Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce is committed to advancing the general welfare and prosperity of the Princeton Region so that its citizens and all areas of its business community shall prosper.
House Convention-Princeton
Thank you to Lori and all the fine people at NAMI for this very poignant PSA
