I took it upon myself to submit a proposal to the Quality Inn. I suggested that we would pay the $200 per day fee, if they would throw the room in for the 31st, for about a half day if we want it. I pointed out that as well as having 3 day guests, there would be several checking in a day early (4 day guests) as well as friends from England staying an entire week. I also said that the majority of the ppl would avail themselves to the restaurant at the Quality (OK, so I may have stretched it a little, lol). It makes good economic sense for them to give us the room for the 3rd day. As soon as I hear back, I'll let you know their response.
I did remind them (again) that there would be music being played, that it wasn't "rap" or "head banger" but that it still was music. I also asked for the approximate dimensions of what a "1/4 of the ballroom" actually is.
Hopefully, everything will pull together shortly. If we do have it here in Sebring, I play at a very nice local restaurant on Wednesday evenings (5:30 - 8:30). The food is excellent, and I'd like like to think that the entertainment is tolerable, lol. I'll gladly take care of the reservations etc. for those wishing to come to the restaurant and hear the 7000 "in action".