DLC and Boyd,
I might be the only one.... I am sorry but I feel that as a business owner like yourself (DLC) and President of CMAS I don't think you are handling this very well. Your sarcastic answers reveals how you would handle a very possible disappointed customers and/or member of CMAS. I was really planning to show up there tomorrow to check out your basement for the first time but not to sign up as a CMAS member. Know that i think about it I don't think it is worth it. Your lack of professionalisms has disappointed me which i think very embarrassing to the CMAS community.
This so-called picnic has the same issue as the Fragopolooza. Boyd, I suggest you review that by-laws carefully and get opinions from the CMAS members before making your own decisions.
Finally, since DLC is doing their business in the basement, do you have the right zoning area and do you have the proper license/permit to do business in the state of Illinois?