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November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Sublime
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Date: October 28, 2011 05:09PM
Consensus says we need more than one meeting a month. It also says one of those meetings need to be near a skytrain station.
Current suggestions have been:
BP at Surrey central
Central city brew pub
White spot at surrey central
Even better would be a location where we can set up a machine or two.
Please speak up so we can find a location that works for everyone.
Brad
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/13/2011 03:55AM by Sublime.
Current suggestions have been:
BP at Surrey central
Central city brew pub
White spot at surrey central
Even better would be a location where we can set up a machine or two.
Please speak up so we can find a location that works for everyone.
Brad
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/13/2011 03:55AM by Sublime.
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Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
ECSuyu
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Date: October 29, 2011 05:56AM
Im fine with anywhere really. Would be great to have 1 meet and chat and 1 meet and play with machine.
Surrey is out of my reach in terms of finding a location for places we can setup machines, short of finding peoples houses of course.
A possibility is renting a space at a community center or alike that would allow us to bring our repraps and print with. Though I have no idea how much that would cost nor do I know of any location close to the skytrain station.
If being near a skytrain doesnt matter, I might be able to get permission to a location in Langley near glover and logan that could potentially allow us to bring our machines. It is also right next to the langley bus station which would allow for transiters to still get there, but Im not 100% sure I'll be able to get it so dont hold me words against me yet. I'll ask and keep you guys posted.
Surrey is out of my reach in terms of finding a location for places we can setup machines, short of finding peoples houses of course.
A possibility is renting a space at a community center or alike that would allow us to bring our repraps and print with. Though I have no idea how much that would cost nor do I know of any location close to the skytrain station.
If being near a skytrain doesnt matter, I might be able to get permission to a location in Langley near glover and logan that could potentially allow us to bring our machines. It is also right next to the langley bus station which would allow for transiters to still get there, but Im not 100% sure I'll be able to get it so dont hold me words against me yet. I'll ask and keep you guys posted.
Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
Vasu
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Date: November 05, 2011 01:59PM
ECSuyu Wrote:
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> Im fine with anywhere really. Would be great to
> have 1 meet and chat and 1 meet and play with
> machine.
>
> Surrey is out of my reach in terms of finding a
> location for places we can setup machines, short
> of finding peoples houses of course.
>
> A possibility is renting a space at a community
> center or alike that would allow us to bring our
> repraps and print with. Though I have no idea how
> much that would cost nor do I know of any location
> close to the skytrain station.
>
> If being near a skytrain doesnt matter, I might be
> able to get permission to a location in Langley
> near glover and logan that could potentially allow
> us to bring our machines. It is also right next to
> the langley bus station which would allow for
> transiters to still get there, but Im not 100%
> sure I'll be able to get it so dont hold me words
> against me yet. I'll ask and keep you guys posted.
Hi group,
I am interested in attending as well. I work in Surrey but any location to meet is fine.
-Vasu
j v a s u 2 8 @yahoo.com
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> Im fine with anywhere really. Would be great to
> have 1 meet and chat and 1 meet and play with
> machine.
>
> Surrey is out of my reach in terms of finding a
> location for places we can setup machines, short
> of finding peoples houses of course.
>
> A possibility is renting a space at a community
> center or alike that would allow us to bring our
> repraps and print with. Though I have no idea how
> much that would cost nor do I know of any location
> close to the skytrain station.
>
> If being near a skytrain doesnt matter, I might be
> able to get permission to a location in Langley
> near glover and logan that could potentially allow
> us to bring our machines. It is also right next to
> the langley bus station which would allow for
> transiters to still get there, but Im not 100%
> sure I'll be able to get it so dont hold me words
> against me yet. I'll ask and keep you guys posted.
Hi group,
I am interested in attending as well. I work in Surrey but any location to meet is fine.
-Vasu
j v a s u 2 8 @yahoo.com
Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
Sublime
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Date: November 10, 2011 03:27AM
Ok where is this meeting going to be at? We have two weeks to figure things out.
Brad
Brad
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Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
gonzo007
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Date: November 10, 2011 12:07PM
If we do this at Surrey Place my vote is for Central City Brew Pub. One of my favorite places to eat.
Plus a pretty good selection of brews on Tap.
Colin
Plus a pretty good selection of brews on Tap.
Colin
Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
johnbiehler
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Date: November 10, 2011 12:21PM
Do we want this next meeting to be a longer (3-5 hours) 'play with a machine' meeting rather than just a chat like last night (which was great by the way!).
If so, we should look into booking one of those library rooms as Brad mentioned or elsewhere. I don't care where in the GVRD we have it since this will be worth driving for.
I'll put this out there again...I'm happy to offer my place in Port Coquitlam for the longer meetup.
I imagine my Prusa might get finished with all the help in the room
If so, we should look into booking one of those library rooms as Brad mentioned or elsewhere. I don't care where in the GVRD we have it since this will be worth driving for.
I'll put this out there again...I'm happy to offer my place in Port Coquitlam for the longer meetup.
I imagine my Prusa might get finished with all the help in the room
Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
Sublime
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Date: November 10, 2011 01:30PM
Hey John,
The only problem with your place is the skytrain not being close for the vancouver people. Maybe the non near skytrain meeting could be at your place.
As for the library rooms and such we will all have to look into those.
Brad
The only problem with your place is the skytrain not being close for the vancouver people. Maybe the non near skytrain meeting could be at your place.
As for the library rooms and such we will all have to look into those.
Brad
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Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
johnbiehler
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Date: November 10, 2011 01:54PM
For what it's worth...I'm about a 15 minute drive from the Braid Skytrain station.
Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
gonzo007
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Date: November 10, 2011 05:00PM
I would be either willing to meet for a hands on night or chit chat. But to be honest hands on would be more fun.
Colin
Colin
Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
ECSuyu
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Date: November 11, 2011 04:16AM
a hands on meet would definitely benefit people who dont have machines and its just fun to stare at the machine printing. If the number of people coming to these meets are the same every time it would be worth while looking into renting a location for the night at a community centers or alike places. I'll still ask about SFU surrey and see if I can get a few profs to do something, but chances with SFU is that it'll be a 1 time thing and wouldnt be a set location to have a "bring your machine" meet.
Brad you had mentioned a games place on 96th and roughly 199, is that place worth checking out for us as a location for bringing our machines as an alternative to John's house?
EDIT:
just checked a few places that we can book/rent spaces though no prices or terms are listed on the websites. Maybe someone can give them a call and see what the deal is.
Langley Event Centre (604.455.8821): Room rental: multi-media room (capacity: 15)
North Surrey Recreation Centre (604.502.6311): North Surrey Recreation Centre - Meeting Room #2 (up to 30)
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/11/2011 04:30AM by ECSuyu.
Brad you had mentioned a games place on 96th and roughly 199, is that place worth checking out for us as a location for bringing our machines as an alternative to John's house?
EDIT:
just checked a few places that we can book/rent spaces though no prices or terms are listed on the websites. Maybe someone can give them a call and see what the deal is.
Langley Event Centre (604.455.8821): Room rental: multi-media room (capacity: 15)
North Surrey Recreation Centre (604.502.6311): North Surrey Recreation Centre - Meeting Room #2 (up to 30)
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/11/2011 04:30AM by ECSuyu.
Re: Second monthly meet up planning
Posted by:
Sublime
()
Date: November 12, 2011 10:23PM
I tried calling the "Central city Library" on thursday but was unable to talk to anyone.
The down side are the hours.
I will try again this this week and see how we go about reserving/renting some space.
@ Eugene
This is the place in walnut grove
[www.wiserscollectibles.com]
I would suggest going in to see them and taking a print sample, maybe some pictures. Its family run and they are nice people, I just think they would have no clue what your are talking about without showing them.
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Central City Library
Highlights of the Library:
77,000 square feet on 4 floors – 3 times the size of Guildford Library
LEED certified green building - Click here for more green features
Café serving coffee, tea, juice and snacks
Meeting spaces for a variety of community needs, ranging from large groups to consultation rooms for 2 people
12 seat Computer Learning Centre
Wireless Internet access & 80 computers for public use
Teen lounge and gaming room
Lots of quiet and silent study spaces
A huge Children's section
Popular print and online collections to meet the needs of our growing community
SFU Continuing Education Satellite Campus
The down side are the hours.
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Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:30 am - 9pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday: 1 - 5 pm
I will try again this this week and see how we go about reserving/renting some space.
@ Eugene
This is the place in walnut grove
[www.wiserscollectibles.com]
I would suggest going in to see them and taking a print sample, maybe some pictures. Its family run and they are nice people, I just think they would have no clue what your are talking about without showing them.
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Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Sublime
()
Date: November 14, 2011 06:21PM
I just got off the phone with the Central City Library.
They have a room for up to 16 people available for November 23. It costs $20 an hour for non-profit use and we could have it from 6-9pm if everyone is interested. Its room 306 if anyone would like to look into more. Their phone number is 604-598-7300
Brad
They have a room for up to 16 people available for November 23. It costs $20 an hour for non-profit use and we could have it from 6-9pm if everyone is interested. Its room 306 if anyone would like to look into more. Their phone number is 604-598-7300
Brad
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Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Sublime
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Date: November 16, 2011 01:47PM
OK we have one week to figure out where we want the meeting to take place. If we do not decide on a location it will be at BP in surrey due to its simplicity.
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Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
ECSuyu
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Date: November 17, 2011 02:51PM
For some reason I think there is somewhere I have to be on the 23rd so I might not be able to come to this next meet. If I can make it, Im fine with either but I think we should only book the location if enough people are going to show up with enough machines other wise its not really worth it.
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
rantenki
()
Date: November 18, 2011 12:33AM
I would place a vote for the library location. I would love to see some actual machines.
New Citadel Mendel
Our Maker Faire projects.
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New Citadel Mendel
Our Maker Faire projects.
677 mm/s rapids.
Old Sherline/EMC2 first run.
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Sublime
()
Date: November 18, 2011 11:47PM
Well it is currently just Rantenki and myself confirmed. We don't need to drive all the way to surrey if no one else is coming. So if you would like this meeting to happen in surrey you will need to speak up. The library needs to be booked in advance and will only be booked if enough people agree to come.
Brad
Brad
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Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
gonzo007
()
Date: November 19, 2011 10:49AM
I am in either way. It also doesn't have to be surrey.
Colin
Colin
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Enrique
()
Date: November 19, 2011 07:22PM
I'm also in either way.
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
johnbiehler
()
Date: November 19, 2011 07:41PM
Just throwing this out there: do we want to have the meeting on Nov 26 during the day rather than a Wed night to give us more time to 'play' assuming we go to the Library?
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Sublime
()
Date: November 20, 2011 06:11PM
The weekend would be good but I don't think we have enough time to change it at this point.
We only have 4 confirmed people and one maybe at this point so I will not be reserving the meeting room yet. Expect it to be at a Restaurant unless we get enough people to make the price of the room worth it.
We only have 4 confirmed people and one maybe at this point so I will not be reserving the meeting room yet. Expect it to be at a Restaurant unless we get enough people to make the price of the room worth it.
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Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Enrique
()
Date: November 22, 2011 09:03PM
What's the address of the restaurant?
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Sublime
()
Date: November 22, 2011 09:17PM
Enrique Wrote:
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> What's the address of the restaurant?
That depends? We've had very little participation in choosing a location. Do you have a preference?
Brad
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> What's the address of the restaurant?
That depends? We've had very little participation in choosing a location. Do you have a preference?
Brad
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Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Enrique
()
Date: November 23, 2011 12:45AM
No preference, just something close to a skytrain.
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Sublime
()
Date: November 23, 2011 01:27AM
Since the only vote was for Central city brew pub I guess it will be there.
[www.centralcitybrewing.com]
7pm
[www.centralcitybrewing.com]
7pm
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Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
rantenki
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Date: November 23, 2011 12:58PM
Damn, my follow topic didn't take, or I would have been voting for the library too :| I cannot afford to go near the CC beer store, as I always rack up the visa when I go in there!
We all still on for tonight at Central City? I may hike down to the library first to take some photos of the meeting rooms if so.
Cheers;
- Derek
New Citadel Mendel
Our Maker Faire projects.
677 mm/s rapids.
Old Sherline/EMC2 first run.
We all still on for tonight at Central City? I may hike down to the library first to take some photos of the meeting rooms if so.
Cheers;
- Derek
New Citadel Mendel
Our Maker Faire projects.
677 mm/s rapids.
Old Sherline/EMC2 first run.
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
johnbiehler
()
Date: November 23, 2011 02:20PM
Sorry guys. I'm on day 2 of a bout with a cold/flu thing. I'm not going to make it out tonight, as much as I want to.
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
Sublime
()
Date: November 23, 2011 02:56PM
@Rantenki
If you go to the Canada folder of the Forum you can click on the RSS feed button for the entire Fraser Valley group and you will get notices whenever anything new gets posted.
@John
Sorry to hear you will not make it.
EDIT: yes the we are still on for tonight at the Central City Brew Pub at 7pm
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/23/2011 03:16PM by Sublime.
If you go to the Canada folder of the Forum you can click on the RSS feed button for the entire Fraser Valley group and you will get notices whenever anything new gets posted.
@John
Sorry to hear you will not make it.
EDIT: yes the we are still on for tonight at the Central City Brew Pub at 7pm
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 11/23/2011 03:16PM by Sublime.
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Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
gonzo007
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Date: November 23, 2011 04:28PM
I am also sorry I have to cancel tonight. Work has kicked me in the ass today.
Colin
Colin
Re: November 23 2011 Meeting
Posted by:
gonzo007
()
Date: November 23, 2011 09:08PM
I will be there tonight. Wife says I need to get out
LOL
Colin
LOL
Colin
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