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Lol ... I suggested such a meeting a few months ago...and guess where we met (well, the two of us who did)? At the National Library Cafe? Anyhow, I'd be interested if the time suited. Sterry260711:16, 6 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
I was going to suggest the national library on a weekday lunchtime, but that does not suite Rebecca. Weekend lunch time may be OK with me. Sterry2607: how did the meeting go? Graeme Bartlett01:24, 8 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
Sterry and I met up and have continued to meet regularly. It is fun talking to someone with the same interests. For me, evenings or weekends (afternoons) would suit. The Library coffee shop gets quite busy and closes quite early. There are lots of places for coffee, even Questacon where you can sit in the sun? Stellar03:17, 8 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
I'm pretty easy with any time - except when I have other commitments! Can we make it in November though? Saturdays (lunch or afternoon) are usually good for me...but can do Sunday if that's preferred. Unfortunately I won't be free until November 10th ... would hate to miss it. So, being pushy, how does Saturday November 10th - lunch or afternoon tea - suit people? I guess somewhere near the centre is best - but Stellar is right about NLA. We only went there the first time - early closing is an issue. There's also Regatta Point (post Floriade!!)...can be inside or outside depending on the weather, lunch or coffee. Sterry260705:05, 8 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
I am unfamiliar with Wikipedia meets, but I would think that if we planned for something worthwhile it would probably be for a few lazy hours, and therefore having it during a weekday lunchtime might not be the best idea. Happy to suggest a date in late October or November if it will attract greater participation. Kransky06:02, 10 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
November 10th is fine for me also. It seems the location is more in doubt. The Old Parliament House cafe with the courtyard is nice. Stellar08:13, 10 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
Old Parliament House Cafe in the House is an excellent idea. The gazebo outside, as you say, is great on a nice day. Shall we say there on November 10? Lunch or afternoon tea/coffee? Sterry260709:12, 10 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
Can someone go through and let those folks know about it? Also, she's not on that list, but unless she's moved I'm pretty sure Petaholmes is in the ACT too. Rebecca23:34, 14 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you Graeme for the invite! I think myself and Dfrg would be very happy to attend! I guess it would depend what time I have indoor soccer. We will get back to you though. One more thing though, if we are coming do we add ourselves to that list? DrizztJamo02:46, 15 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
I've added myself in, thanks for the invite. Won't be able to stay too long - Saturday's a big night for me. Any chance of media coverage? PDH got a lovely writeup a few months back. --Pete04:25, 15 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
I think trying to get media coverage is a bit much. It's just a good opportunity for a few of us who live in Canberra to get together and meet each other. If we're going to turn it into some sort of promotional event, I'd be less keen on going. Rebecca06:13, 15 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
I reckon the only media we want is wikimedia. If we manage to get a thousand people along to meeting, then some journalists will probably have been acciedently included! But journalists are probably too busy being paid to write, and don't donate their time on wikipedia articles! Graeme Bartlett06:18, 15 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]
Agreed - we averted a near-disaster at our Perth meetup 6 months ago. As it is, the media is not going to be that interested in a bunch of Wikipedia editors meeting for coffee anyway, you'd have to dress as Osama bin Laden and drive through the gates of The Lodge to even rate these days. :P On a more serious note while I can't make it, I'll be in Canberra two weekends later and would be happy to meet up with other Wikipedians (although not on the 24th itself - election will keep many of us busy no doubt!) Orderinchaos13:12, 16 October 2007 (UTC)[reply]