How many other monks, local or otherwise, are planning on attending?

"Planning" is the big word; it'll depend on projects and the like. I'd love to go, esp. to take Damian's clsss.
Oh, and also to spend time with my cousin, and to hang out with my fellow dancers in Blue Lotus.

Anyone interested in getting together at some point during the conference?

Now that sounds like an excellent plan. :)