Well, Lina, while the 4th would make attendance by my wife and I a certainty because it is Labor Day weekend, it would likely reduce chances of attendance by others taking that last vacation! So not sure it's a good idea....
JD, I can understand the reluctance to use the 11th, but the Friday date (10th) would reduce the chances of attendance from anyone from NJ, Conn, and LI. But maybe that doesn't matter...
Anybody for the 18th?
And Lina, don't worry about attending the DC function. The reason you gave me is
sumamente legit, and I seriously doubt the rest of the NYC crew will come without you to organize the expedition for them!