Marriage proposal in the poolroom

poolhall maven

poolhall maven

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In case there are any romantics in the forum...
One of my customers would like to propose to his girlfriend in my poolroom on new years day. He originally thought he would spell out will u marry me with the balls on their favorite table but, that didn't look so good. It looked like a cluster of balls and you couldn't make out the words. So then I suggested stopping our weekly tournament in the middle for him to propose but, he said that would embarrass her.
Can anyone give some creative pool room proposal ideas? I'd like to pass them on.
Thanks
 
Just last week, a friend of mine was proposed to on APA night. The captain put her up in the next match and her boyfriend handed her cue to her. The ring was on the end of the cue :)
 
poolhall maven said:
In case there are any romantics in the forum...
One of my customers would like to propose to his girlfriend in my poolroom on new years day. He originally thought he would spell out will u marry me with the balls on their favorite table but, that didn't look so good. It looked like a cluster of balls and you couldn't make out the words. So then I suggested stopping our weekly tournament in the middle for him to propose but, he said that would embarrass her.
Can anyone give some creative pool room proposal ideas? I'd like to pass them on.
Thanks
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Have five people approach the couple at the desired time. They stand side-by-side and then turn away. There is one word on the back or each of their shirts. Together they read something like WILL - YOU - MARRY - JOE - PLEASE! Or something to that effect.
 
Both hoboken and ace have good ideas.

Why not try spelling in out on your favorite table with peices of chalk and have it covered before she gets there. Just explain that you did some work on it and was letting it dry. When she helps uncover it, there it is.

Remember, there is no crying in the Pool Room.
 
Put the ring in a 12” square-mailing carton. Address it to her in care of the poolroom. Write from Billiard Jewelry Inc. on the box. Bring it to the poolroom ahead of time.

After you’re playing on the table for a few minutes, have the owner or houseman bring it over to her saying that it came in for her today and it’s probably a prize from the contest he put some of his customers in. (or think of something better to say).

When she opens it up and finds the ring, do your proposal thing or have a note in the jewelry box saying will you marry me? Johnnyt
 
you could find a way to put the proposal in writing hidden under the rack so that when she breaks the balls and they spread it is visible.
 
poolhall maven said:
In case there are any romantics in the forum...
One of my customers would like to propose to his girlfriend in my poolroom on new years day. He originally thought he would spell out will u marry me with the balls on their favorite table but, that didn't look so good. It looked like a cluster of balls and you couldn't make out the words. So then I suggested stopping our weekly tournament in the middle for him to propose but, he said that would embarrass her.
Can anyone give some creative pool room proposal ideas? I'd like to pass them on.
Thanks
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One idea that comes to mind is one of those programmable signs which have the bright red lights for lettering on a black background. I have seen small ones inside of pubs, advertising the scuttlebutt of the day. You may be able to borrow one or even justify buying one. It makes for good conversation if you maintain an update the information. I think you can make explosive type graphics with them as well.
JoeyA
 
poolhall maven said:
. So then I suggested stopping our weekly tournament in the middle for him to propose but, he said that would embarrass her.
Thanks
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As soon as the groom proposes, the owner can shout out, "drinks are on the house" which will immediate bring another round of applause and take the heat off of the prospective bride and send the patrons to the bar to drink or toast the bride and groom.

As owner of the poolroom don't forget to getup to speed on some appropriate Pool Room Toasts. :-)
JoeyA
 
Now I will have to rewrite my stats :(

Poolroom Marriages = 4
Poolroom Divorces = 1,783,487,821
 
Stop *****in And MARRY ME Dammit

When the couple arrives at the poolroom, have the owner/desk man announce Free pool for engaged couples. The 'potential groom' states loudly, "now, THAT'S what I've been waiting for", drops to one knee, whips out the ring and asks her to marry him.....
Doug
(or, "I like the way that you go down for a shot, will you marry me" )


Have a cute girl walk up to boyfriend and ask him to marry HER, he says, "OK, if she won't marry me,I'll marry YOU" and then he proposes to the girlfriend.....







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How about play her in a game, wait until you get to shoot on the game-winning ball, then say, if I miss this, we should get married. Make it sound like you're joking, then miss it badly and whip out the ring.
 
I'm not sure, but it seems only fitting that the proposal should be integrated into a ring game on a Diamond. :D

Good Rolls,
Rasta
 
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i just think a quieter approach is better and more romantic..when there are very few customers like early afternoon have the couple in a somewhat secluded area playing pool and he can propose there..no fan fare from other people ..the reason i suggested early in the day because there will be plenty of time then to go out for a nice romantic meal and then home WHERE ALL GOOD HELL WILL BREAK LOOSE ! :D
 
A recent proposal

A couple was recently engaged in our pool room. They were playing 9 ball and he put the ring in a box in the far corner pocket. He left one ball out of the rack and asked his gf to check the other pockets for the 1 ball. She rolled her eyes and said she already checked those pockets. She did it again and found the ring. It was kinda funny and nice to see her surprise at seeing the ring box.
 
Rasta said:
I'm not sure, but it seems only fitting that the proposal should be integrated into a ring game in some manner.

Good Rolls,
Rasta
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I bet the honeymoon will be playing pool on a 9' Gold Crown!
 
1pRoscoe said:
Before he proposes in front of a lot of people, it might do well to ensure she will actually say "yes"...

http://youtube.com/watch?v=Tu817JOJYiM
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i seen that when it happened and then about a couple months ago i was watching a tv program and they mentioned that it was not real that the stadium owners/manager set that up at like half time for entertainment.they assured that it was not real..BUT i am sure it has happened elsewhere.
 
WOW! You guys really came through! There were so many good ideas.
SDE you old poopy head! LOL! I met my husband in this very poolroom and have been happily married for 26 years. Of course now I'm his little work horse, what a deal he made!
I called my friend and read him the first page and he was stoked! I personally like the package delivery and the old ball stuck in the pocket (thanks Craig, as usual you are right on!). Will let you know which one he chooses and her answer...
 
poopy head?

poolhall maven said:
WOW! You guys really came through! There were so many good ideas.
SDE you old poopy head! LOL! I met my husband in this very poolroom and have been happily married for 26 years. Of course now I'm his little work horse, what a deal he made!
I called my friend and read him the first page and he was stoked! I personally like the package delivery and the old ball stuck in the pocket (thanks Craig, as usual you are right on!). Will let you know which one he chooses and her answer...
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Using such endearing monikers it's no wonder your marriage as lasted 26 years. :eek: Congrats to you and yours and let there be many more. And good luck to your friend.

Steve
 
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