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Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Thanks

Wordwatcher — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 08:53:04 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Wordwatcher
Post title: Thanks

It was splendid to meet you all... I look forward to the next one
Best
Ian

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Thanks

Laureana Pavon — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 13:17:32 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Laureana Pavon
Post title: Thanks

I am now back home and would like to thank you all once again for, as Russel put it, braving the cold to attend our powwow.
It was great to meet each and every one of you.
Best of luck for 2010.
Laureana

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Thank you

Nicole Y. Adams, M.A. — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 16:44:25 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Nicole Y. Adams, M.A.
Post title: Thank you

Thank you again for oragnising this event, Russel and Laureana. It was nice to meet all of you, and I have defrosted again in the meantime. ;-)

It would be nice to get together again in the spring.

Nicole

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Latest score

Russell Jones — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 09:53:03 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: Latest score

Including contacts by e-mail, we currently have 8 confirmed, 1 hopeful, 1 doubtful and 3 yet to declare!

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Native language

Nadine_heather — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 20:55:07 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Nadine_heather
Post title: Native language

I was going to ask you about native language credentials in my previous post - but I realised that since I'm not yet a member of ProZ I don't have this function in my profile - I'll probably ask you about it at the powwow instead.

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Food

Nadine_heather — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 20:47:22 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Nadine_heather
Post title: Food

Thanks Russell for finalising the arrangements. As far as food is concerned, we can simply order off the menu or ask the pub to lay on a buffet for us. Unless anyone objects, I think we should go for the first option to be more flexible - it still doesn't mean we have to order food, but we can if we want.

Also, I booked the table under the name "ProZ powwow", so in case you're lost, just ask at the bar.

Looking forward to seeing you all soon!

Nadine

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Thanks,

Mary Worby — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 20:35:01 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Mary Worby
Post title: Thanks,

Russell, for your efforts.

At the moment I think I'd be down as a doubtful, although I think I may also be authorised to verify identities (or native-speaker prowess for the Certified Pro scheme).

Thanks for organising and I will see nearer the time whether this is a goer or not.

Best regards to everyone and a Happy Christmas!

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Finalising arrangements

Russell Jones — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 20:09:31 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: Finalising arrangements

Although this Powwow page doesn’t show clickable links, if I list them here, everyone should receive them by e-mail.

Venue - Oakford Social Club, 53 Blagrave Street, RG1 1PZ:
[url removed]
Streetmap: [url removed]
Multimap: [url removed]

Nadine has kindly reserved a table, provisionally for 10 people, from 12:30 onwards.
At present 14 people have said they may attend but so far only 6 of these are confirmed as definite. While precise numbers are probably not essential, if it is possible for everyone to confirm attendance or otherwise by Thursday morning (here on the Powwow page, by ProZ.com mail or by replying to my separate e-mail), this would be very helpful. If that isn’t possible, it would still be useful to know whether you are a “hopeful” or “doubtful”.

If your ProZ.com identity has not already been verified, both Laureana and I are authorised to verify it. The details of the programme are here:
[url removed] #761. If you would like to take advantage of this, please bring a photo ID (passport or new style driving licence) and refer to the detailed requirements in paragraph 9.5:
[url removed] #2419.

I imagine that most people will just want an informal gathering on this occasion but, if anyone is keen to have a short round-table discussion on a particular subject – or even wants to volunteer a (very brief) presentation - please say so and we can ask whether everyone is interested.

I would expect the Powwow to end by about 4:00 pm but that is entirely up to those attending. I understand that food is available but that there is no obligation to order any - please correct me if this is wrong Nadine.

Russell

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Name labels

Russell Jones — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:55:30 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: Name labels

When I last organised a Powwow, it was suggested that name badges or labels were worn and I think it proved useful.
So, in the hope that the number of people turning up is enough to stretch my powers of memory - which are not what they were - I have prepared some more labels this time.
If anyone who uses an incomplete name, pseudonym (or very long name) on the site would prefer a label with their real name (or a shorter name), please e-mail me through my profile or at [email removed] - even if you're not certain you can make it yet. The same applies for anyone who hasn't listed their language pair(s) on their profile.
Thanks.

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Update

Nadine_heather — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:16:22 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Nadine_heather
Post title: Update

Let's hope things will get back to normal pretty soon - it's still chaotic in some places! I've just checked with the Oakford and they're open on Sunday 3rd. Astrid, I guess it's up to you to decide whether your baby boy doesn't mind being around so many people in a pub with music playing in the background. The atmosphere is relaxed though, and not too noisy. I'm sure no-one would mind and it'd be nice to meet you. Have a great Christmas everyone!

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Off-topic - Basingstoke

Laureana Pavon — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:58:15 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Laureana Pavon
Post title: Off-topic - Basingstoke

Hi all,
Yesterday I missed the last train home to Andover and had to spend the night at a pub in Basingstoke. The landlady was nice enough to keep the pub open all night. Roads were a nightmare... I never thought snow could be such great trouble!
Looking forward to our meeting on January 3.
Cheers!

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Off-topic - Snowbound

Mary Worby — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:50:10 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Mary Worby
Post title: Off-topic - Snowbound

Amazing how little snow can bring the country to its knees! Russell, that sounds like a nightmare, hope you've recovered from the ordeal OK. A friend of mine took 9 hours to get back from Reading last night (it's normally a half-hour drive) and has vowed not to leave the house until all the snow has gone. I can't say I blame her. It may be pretty but it's not that convenient!

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Off topic

Russell Jones — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:45:38 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: Off topic

Commiserations to colleagues in the Reading area who are suffering from yesterday's white-out. Having spent all Thursday night in my car in a snowdrift and howling blizzard in deepest Hertfordshire, you have my sympathy. Let's hope it's blown itself out by the New Year!

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | To Nadine

Russell Jones — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:32:24 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: To Nadine

I have sent you a ProZ.com Mail Nadine (mentioned just in case it gets filtered out anywhere).

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Thank you Nadine

Russell Jones — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:50:11 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: Thank you Nadine

That is very helpful of you.
As you all can see, the venue has been confirmed as Reading. Staff have also been super-fast in sending out e-mails to all signed-up members within 50 miles.

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Oakford

Nadine_heather — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:19:54 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Nadine_heather
Post title: Oakford

Yes I can check with the Oakford Social Club that they would have enough room for us - and maybe book a table once we get the final number of people - if we do decide to go for Reading and that pub of course.

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Powwow details

Laureana Pavon — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:12:51 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Laureana Pavon
Post title: Powwow details

Now that we've decided on a location, a date and a time, perhaps Russell, as the powwow organizer, can change the event details so that when others who have not followed the process receive the invitation, they will know right away where and when we're meeting.
Merry Christmas!
Laureana

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Reading

Nicole Y. Adams, M.A. — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:29:58 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Nicole Y. Adams, M.A.
Post title: Reading

Good evening, I haven't been to the Oakford Social Club myself yet, but my husband assures me it's a lovely venue. So I'm in favour of this suggestion.

[Edited at 2022-06-25 04:02 GMT]

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Decision Time

Russell Jones — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:15:22 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: Decision Time

OK. I'll wait till tomorrow morning for any workable alternative suggestions and otherwise, if I can take your post, Nadine, as a kind offer to sound out the Oakford Social Club (if necessary), I'll get the venue changed to Reading and request the issue of e-mails to ProZ.com users living within a 50 mile radius of Reading.

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Possible location in Reading

Nadine_heather — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:09:14 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Nadine_heather
Post title: Possible location in Reading

Hi all. If we were to organize the Powwow in Reading, I can recommend several places to have a drink and/or eat. My personal favourite is the Oakford Social Club which is located directly opposite the station, so very easy to reach.

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Local contact

Laureana Pavon — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:00:06 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Laureana Pavon
Post title: Local contact

I think you're right Russel. Perhaps it would be best to see if any of those who have expressed interested would be able to secure a table.
Would any of you Reading girls be able to make a reservation and/or recommend a place in your home town? That might make things easier.
From what I've seen here and in the powwow forum, Reading seems to be a good choice. I'm not very familiar with the region, so I don't know whether, Russel, it would be difficult for you to make it.
I've organized several powwows, and in my experience the sooner we announce a location the more likely more colleagues will be able to make arrangements to attend. I definitely think we should make a decision no later than this week.

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Location

Russell Jones — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:39:33 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: Location

That's right Laureana; I'm trying to pin down a location acceptable to the majority of current subscribers, so as to be in a position to send out the standard invitation.
It's helpful to know that 3 are OK for you - (Basingstoke 17 minutes, Salisbury 20 and Reading 45 with 1 change incidentally).
I'm feeling sorry for Sabine as she was one of the first to respond but, with no-one else from Hampshire expressing an interest, it's looking as though she will be outnumbered.
My other slight concern is that so far we have no-one actually living in Basingstoke (or Salisbury) to confirm the choice of venue. Decent pubs (usually serving food) might just get fully booked for lunch on the Sunday of the New Year holiday. I shall try to do some research on that tomorrow.

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Thanks!

Laureana Pavon — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:29:12 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Laureana Pavon
Post title: Thanks!

Thanks to all, particularly to Russel for checking out the traveling times!
Both Reading and Basingstoke would be fine, I've never traveled from Andover to Salisbury by train, but I think it won't be a problem.
Do you think we're ready to post a more specific location and date and send out an invitation to members located within 50-100 miles using the tools available on ProZ.com?

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Salisbury

Russell Jones — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 23:07:42 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: Salisbury

Yes Sabine, that idea appealed to me too. However, for all those who have expressed an interest so far (excluding me), the total travelling time in minutes (by train) would be: Reading 236, Basingstoke 272, Andover 355, Winchester 378, Salisbury 384 and Newbury 532.
From what they have said so far, it seems that Nicole and Mary would not go as far as Salisbury but perhaps they will prove me wrong?

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Another suggestion

Sabine Braun (X) — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:59:42 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Sabine Braun (X)
Post title: Another suggestion

Russell, I had another look at the places you suggested in your introductory post. One was Salisbury. I know that Salisbury is easy to reach from Andover and Bournemouth (I can get there by bus), but I don't know how complicated it is for everybody else. So this is just another idea - waiting for your comments!

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Current thoughts

Russell Jones — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 17:26:56 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Russell Jones
Post title: Current thoughts

Those expressing an interest so far are scattered over quite a wide area.
I've looked at total (train) travelling times to various places on Sunday 3rd and Basingstoke looks most convenient, closely followed by Reading.
It may be that not everyone would travel by train, of course and I could well understand that these places might still be too difficult for Mary and Sabine in particular.
I know that Nicole has organised Powwows in Reading before, the last one at the Slug and Lettuce in October 2008.
Looking at a review of places in Basingstoke, the one possibility that caught my eye was The Way Inn, not far from the Station: [url removed] .
Any reactions - or better ideas - would be welcome.

Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom | Thanks Russel!

Laureana Pavon — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:59:12 +0000

Forum: Powwows
Topic: Powwow: Reading - United Kingdom
Poster: Laureana Pavon
Post title: Thanks Russel!

Thanks Russel for setting this up. It's too bad about the trains... If traveling on the weekend is too difficult and we decide to have a midweek powwow in Winchester, that would be fine with me. My only limitation is that I will not be able to drive, so I have to be able to get there by train. I look forward to meeting you!