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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #650 on: October 08, 2023, 11:27:07 AM »
Pretty sure I'm good for either, but my school schedule is still a bit up in the air. I have to coordinate group work with people who work full time, so it could be on a Sunday.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #651 on: October 10, 2023, 09:01:28 AM »
Looks like we have a majority with the 22nd.

Will we still have weather for an outside meetup? Andrew Haydon Park or Britannia Beach?
Or will we need an indoor location? I'm also fine with a pub, but understand it limits some people's interest in attending and the come and go feel of a meetup.

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« Reply #652 on: October 10, 2023, 09:35:01 AM »
Ed and I are tough enough to sit outside as long as it's not raining.  We're OK with going to a pub or something too.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #653 on: October 10, 2023, 10:40:36 AM »
I'm OK for outside - and if the weather stinks - I'm also OK with a pub meetup.

ETA: I see that Britannia park has their washrooms closed.

If you prefer Andy Haydon park - I would recommend the Nepean Sailing club - if weather is nice - they have a great patio.  If not so nice, there is room indoors (and washrooms).

Something downtown would work too - as we have some people coming over from Gatineau.


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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #654 on: October 19, 2023, 03:43:59 PM »
I'm OK for outside - and if the weather stinks - I'm also OK with a pub meetup.

ETA: I see that Britannia park has their washrooms closed.

If you prefer Andy Haydon park - I would recommend the Nepean Sailing club - if weather is nice - they have a great patio.  If not so nice, there is room indoors (and washrooms).

Something downtown would work too - as we have some people coming over from Gatineau.


So, how are we doing for a meetup?

Is it a go?  What time?  Shall we go downtown (and if so - where?) - Personally I think it is the most central location for everyone.

However, if no one wants to make a decision - The Nepean Sailing Club is open noon-8pm.  https://nsc.ca/an/blog/galley-fall-winter-hours-2023-2024/
Food, Beverage, bathrooms, Parking, and it is open to the public.   Many boats will be put on the hard, so you may see a few large boats flying through the air on the crane.


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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #655 on: October 19, 2023, 04:32:13 PM »
I vote for downtown meet up and suggest the NAC as a location, being accessible by the LRT, OC Transport, STO and with cheap $1/hr (?) parking within walking distance at the City Hall or free on-street given the proposed meeting date (Oct 22) is a Sunday.

The NAC has many quiet and comfortable seating configurations not affected by performances and community activities. There is no obligation for consumption but there is a Happy Goat cafe onsite and you are actually encouraged to bring your own food and drink. There is even free WiFi if the gathering calls for it.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #656 on: October 19, 2023, 04:34:02 PM »
I vote for downtown meet up and suggest the NAC as a location, being accessible by the LRT, OC Transport, STO and with cheap $1/hr (?) parking within walking distance at the City Hall or free on-street given the proposed meeting date (Oct 22) is a Sunday.

The NAC has many quiet and comfortable seating configurations not affected by performances and community activities. There is no obligation for consumption but there is a Happy Goat cafe onsite and you are actually encouraged to bring your own food and drink. There is even free WiFi if the gathering calls for it.

This is an excellent suggestion!


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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #657 on: October 19, 2023, 04:41:39 PM »
I'm sadly out for Sunday. My stupid school group can only meet in Sunday :(

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #658 on: October 19, 2023, 04:42:03 PM »
Traffic might be bad this weekend, as the Queensway is supposed to be closed from tonight until Tuesday, in the downtown area:

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/sections-of-the-queensway-to-close-thursday-for-bridge-replacement

Just passing that along.  Not sure if we will make it, as I hate traffic that badly; stuck in too many jams when I was on the road for work, back in the day.  Weather is supposed to be cool (high of 7) and wet, so not ideal for biking if the forecast ends up being accurate.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #659 on: October 20, 2023, 08:26:18 AM »
Traffic might be bad this weekend, as the Queensway is supposed to be closed from tonight until Tuesday, in the downtown area:

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/sections-of-the-queensway-to-close-thursday-for-bridge-replacement

Just passing that along.  Not sure if we will make it, as I hate traffic that badly; stuck in too many jams when I was on the road for work, back in the day.  Weather is supposed to be cool (high of 7) and wet, so not ideal for biking if the forecast ends up being accurate.

@Bingeworker you are always welcome to park at my place.  We can take the LRT together.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #660 on: October 20, 2023, 08:35:20 AM »
When is the gathering envisioned for Sun please?

There is supposed to be a pro-Gaza (but apparently specifically pro-Palestian) gathering at Human Rights Monument on Elgin by the city hall at 2pm. Take caution of protest and counter-protest.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #661 on: October 20, 2023, 09:09:50 AM »
I think with a protest also going on in the core, Mr. Ed and I are definitely not going to go downtown.  Sorry to be a wet blanket; in ordinary times the NAC would be a perfect location for all the reasons listed.

It might not be a great weekend as it turns out to have a meetup anywhere - while the west end would work for me and Mr. Ed, lots of you come from other parts of the city and traffic has a history of going to hell the weekends that they do bridge replacements on the Queensway. 

Most of the participants of this thread have been very silent lately as well ... maybe some others can chime in and say if they are still planning on going if a suitable place is found or if this weekend is not working out for multiple reasons.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #662 on: October 20, 2023, 09:14:11 AM »
I'm mostly just listening to hear what the final decision is.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #663 on: October 20, 2023, 09:17:56 AM »
Same as Neal. I have a 2 year old, so i'd rather chime in at the end and say if i'm in or out

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #664 on: October 21, 2023, 05:17:50 PM »
Between the Queensway shutdown and the protests I'm not heading downtown tomorrow...

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #665 on: October 21, 2023, 06:27:17 PM »
Sorry for letting this fall to the way side guys (work got in the way).

I won't be able to make anything work tomorrow and it doesn't sound like it'll be easy to move around either.

I do think the NAC common area does sound like a good spot for a rain check date however.

How does 5 Nov, 2pm sound?

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #666 on: October 21, 2023, 07:00:57 PM »
Sorry for letting this fall to the way side guys (work got in the way).

I won't be able to make anything work tomorrow and it doesn't sound like it'll be easy to move around either.

I do think the NAC common area does sound like a good spot for a rain check date however.

How does 5 Nov, 2pm sound?

I agree that the NAC would be a great spot!

Good idea to postpone, we were out and about last night - the Queensway & related roads were a disaster!

Unfortunately I have other plans for the 5th.  I do hope that there is a great turnout though!

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #667 on: October 22, 2023, 10:04:23 AM »
We're in town Nov. 5, but we'll be packing for an extended trip, so realistically we probably won't be able to go.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #668 on: November 03, 2023, 09:02:15 AM »
Hey All,
I still plan to be at the NAC at 2pm on Sunday.
Can anyone else make it out?
I can also put the info in the ChooseFI Ottawa Facebook group.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #669 on: November 03, 2023, 12:27:10 PM »
2PM is during the little guy's naptime, so I'll probably skip this one.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #670 on: November 05, 2023, 07:26:03 AM »
Is the Road to Avonlea the only one available today? I’ll go if there will be at least three parties.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #671 on: November 05, 2023, 10:02:02 AM »
I’ve been seeing how my day plays out before responding, but it looks like I’m going too! Going to try to fit a quick grocery shopping in right now, then I’ll make my way down. 😊

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #672 on: November 09, 2023, 07:08:37 AM »
How did the meetup go?

Is there any followup in terms of next meetup or location?

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #673 on: November 09, 2023, 07:14:19 AM »
How did the meetup go?

Is there any followup in terms of next meetup or location?

It ended up being a small meetup - just @Road To Avonlea and myself.  We waited long enough to make sure no one else was coming, then grabbed coffees and walked around the downtown chatting. It was great. 😊

No plan was made for a next one, but we could do that now?  How about December 16th?

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« Reply #674 on: November 09, 2023, 10:54:31 AM »
How did the meetup go?

Is there any followup in terms of next meetup or location?

It ended up being a small meetup - just @Road To Avonlea and myself.  We waited long enough to make sure no one else was coming, then grabbed coffees and walked around the downtown chatting. It was great. 😊

No plan was made for a next one, but we could do that now?  How about December 16th?

December 16th works for me!

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« Reply #675 on: November 09, 2023, 12:07:59 PM »
How did the meetup go?

Is there any followup in terms of next meetup or location?

It ended up being a small meetup - just @Road To Avonlea and myself.  We waited long enough to make sure no one else was coming, then grabbed coffees and walked around the downtown chatting. It was great. 😊

No plan was made for a next one, but we could do that now?  How about December 16th?

December 16th works for me!
Great!
I'll add it to my calendar.  We can figure out place/time closer to - I'll set a reminder in my phone for one week before to make sure not to forget (and maybe others will have decided before then).

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #676 on: November 09, 2023, 12:28:22 PM »
December 16 should also work for me.

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« Reply #677 on: December 02, 2023, 11:59:05 AM »
I am working Dayshift on 16DEC23 but, if I am not busy at work I can plan to make an appearance if its at a coffee shop or something. I will keep an eye on the forum as the 16th gets closer. Hope everyone is doing well!

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #678 on: December 02, 2023, 12:36:12 PM »
Dammit, I might be stuck babysitting that day :(

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« Reply #679 on: December 02, 2023, 01:04:25 PM »
I currently have nothing on the 16th

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #680 on: December 15, 2023, 12:32:22 AM »
It looks like the weather will be nice Saturday! 

What time works for everyone? 

Shall I start with 2pm, at the Equator Coffee shop at the NAC?

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« Reply #681 on: December 15, 2023, 04:38:12 AM »
It looks like the weather will be nice Saturday! 

What time works for everyone? 

Shall I start with 2pm, at the Equator Coffee shop at the NAC?

I am babysitting that day, but I *might* be free around then. I won't know until the day of.

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« Reply #682 on: December 15, 2023, 01:52:09 PM »
We are on toddler disease round "I've lost track" out of "infinite", so don't think we'll be able to make this one.

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« Reply #683 on: December 15, 2023, 02:59:40 PM »
2PM is naptime, we'll be out as well.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #684 on: December 15, 2023, 06:16:27 PM »
Just like last month, I’ll be there if there are two other CONFIRMED attendees. I’ll check for updates until noon tomorrow.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #685 on: December 16, 2023, 05:31:52 AM »
I'm in- it would be good to catch up with one year and metalcat, if they make it!

See you there!

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« Reply #686 on: December 16, 2023, 06:07:47 AM »
I'm in- it would be good to catch up with one year and metalcat, if they make it!

See you there!

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I would LOVE to see you, but I'm entirely at the mercy of family today :(

Everyone should generally count me out because I seriously have no clue if/when I'll be able to come.

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« Reply #687 on: December 16, 2023, 06:17:40 AM »
I'm in- it would be good to catch up with one year and metalcat, if they make it!

See you there!

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I would LOVE to see you, but I'm entirely at the mercy of family today :(



Everyone should generally count me out because I seriously have no clue if/when I'll be able to come.

I will be there!

ETA: I will be the one with knitting
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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #688 on: December 16, 2023, 11:25:42 AM »
I am at the NAC now.  Red & Blue cardigan by the window.

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« Reply #689 on: December 16, 2023, 11:27:48 AM »
I am at the NAC now.  Red & Blue cardigan by the window.

On my way shortly!!

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« Reply #690 on: December 16, 2023, 12:21:59 PM »
Still at the NAC, just upstairs from equator, by lantern room.