Ah, Tami...we HAD the Getaway 'later' for a few years, and people froze. The traditional date for many years was Columbus day weekend, back when it was still a holiday, so some could have Monday off and not have to leave on Sunday afternoon.

The weather in early October gives us about a 79.421% chance of being able to sing & sit OUTSIDE. (Last year was wonderful!)

When it was in Nov., it conflicted with other events.....*sigh*...if we wait till it's convenient for everyone, we'd never have it.

We truly wish it were all easier.