that sounds really good..In fact allot of ideas sounds good,I WILL BE flexible, cause? no matter where we go, we're the coolest nerds around :) --- On Thu, 1/21/10, paul collegio <[address removed]> wrote: From: paul collegio <[address removed]> Subject: Re: Fw: Re: [japanese-27] Important Update: Tuesday Study NightsP2 To: [address removed] Date: Thursday, January 21, 2010, 1:46 PM Has anyone considered the Boston Public Library? They have meeting rooms that are free and open to the public, and there are lots of places just outside the library to buy coffee and other stuff. Since Borders complained that are purchases were small,? I don't think this would really be an issue... Just sayin'. Paul On Thu, Jan 21, 2010 at 7:21 AM, Doug <[address removed]> wrote: On the YMCA idea, there are two Ys in Central Square, on Mass Ave and one in between Mass Ave and Bishop Allen Dr a block away from Mass Ave. Sent on the Now Network? from my Sprint? BlackBerry From: Mikal <[address removed]> Date: Thu, 21 Jan[masked]:05:10 -0500 To: <[address removed]> Subject: Re: Fw: Re: [japanese-27] Important Update: Tuesday Study NightsP2 that should say tried --- On Thu, 1/21/10, Mikal <[address removed]> wrote: From: Mikal <[address removed]> Subject: Re: Fw: Re: [japanese-27] Important Update: Tuesday Study NightsP2 To: [address removed] Date: Thursday, January 21, 2010, 5:35 AM I tired that! We host annime?at Harvard university on Saturdays, I asked once If I could be set up as an organizer, so I wouldn't have to post the event every week. For those who are interested. ? Also to start up a meetup at Porter exchange, however I never hear word from anyone about my Idea.. I took that as a?No.. ? --- On Wed, 1/20/10, Greg Mud <[address removed]> wrote: From: Greg Mud <[address removed]> Subject: Re: Fw: Re: [japanese-27] Important Update: Tuesday Study NightsP2 To: [address removed] Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 10:15 PM Here's an idea: Since the organizers of Tuesday night's meetup will ultimately make their own decision in the end, maybe you could organize your own meetup, say, on Wednesdays in the Porter Exchange, and see how it goes? That way our ever-growing group has more options, and everybody wins. A pleasant evening to you all, Greg On Wed, Jan 20, 2010 at 9:53 PM, Mikal <[address removed]> wrote: It seems NONE of my ideas doesn't belong here, as long as it's my idea! If one of you said it, maybe it's seen so difficult... ? Your argument doesn't remain consistent, considering you're suggesting the mall doesn't hold enough people, although it does house the facilities several restaurants and a gym.. If I was to follow that logic, it would also suggest that restaurants don't support the customer they intend to generate..or where would they put them? ? I've been there too, it does have several restaurant in the bottom floor, suitable for a meet up considering THURSDAYS MEET UP is in a sports bar, that could literally fit inside the bottom floor of the mall.. So how can you suggest that there's not enough room,when we also have meet ups at gatherings in smaller facilities? ? I thought this group was open to ideas, and welcomed suggestions here, it doesn't seem my help was appreciated or wanted, so why ask? --- On Wed, 1/20/10, Evan <[address removed]> wrote: From: Evan <[address removed]> Subject: Re: [japanese-27] Important Update: Tuesday Study Nights To: [address removed] Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 9:31 PM Actually, Robyn was correct. I work for Lesley University in the public safety department. Kotobukiya closed so not so many Japanese people stop by to "shop". There are restaurants, but none that have enough sitting to fit a group of 15 to 20 people (and even if they did, everyone would HAVE TO order something which many people are not doing). As far as reserving adequate space through Lesley, I don't see that happening unless the group was part of the school or a student activity. Porter might fit your traveling needs, but I am sorry to say it is not a realistic solution. Evan On Wed, Jan 20, 2010 at 8:45 PM, Mikal <[address removed]> wrote: ?I don't remember the porter exchange like that at all..The level down stairs has a full gym, at least 4 restaurants chairs tables ect..I'm assuming the person who wrote this, hasn't been there to know that.. ? It's also a hub for Japanese people,all around the area, to shop, and the meet up on Thursdays is actually in a sports-bar, with little les s to offer than an entire mall, this shouldn't be a problem. ? Its a great idea, and it fits my traveling needs I would love to see my suggestion taken Seriously,?they could use the traffic, we could use the space. --- On Wed, 1/20/10, robyn <[address removed]> wrote: From: robyn <[address removed]> Subject: Re: [japanese-27] Important Update: Tuesday Study Nights To: [address removed] Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 8:21 PM i wouldn't normally "reply-all" but i'm very familiar with the porter exhange building (lesley's "university hall") and there really is no space for a meeting group. the spaces large enough are behind locked doors and you either need to be a university employee or student with the appropriate keycard access. unfortunately, there aren't any tables or other decent seating except for a few benches on the main floor where all the eateries are. if there are any members of your group that work at or are enrolled in lesley, then you can work with the powers that be to get some sanctioned space in the building. barring that, i don't think you'll have much luck with porter exchange. depending on how many of you there are you can try the holyoke center in harvard square. last i saw they had plenty of tables/chairs. sorry guys! :) Hi, I would like to suggest setting up a different location, that can handle the volume, and support a variety for purchases..This may be a great time to consider the Porter Exchange in Porter square. Tons of room to move about, tons of things to buy, great place to meet Japanese people and shops, and It wouldn't coast me twice to pay. My regular bus pass,wont let me commute there with out paying extra, with defeats the purpose(to me) for the bus pass.. Anyway This is what I would request, there wouldn't be much of an issue with tables, etc.. --- On Wed, 1/20/10, yuuszmi <[address removed]> wrote: From: yuuszmi <[address removed]> Subject: [japanese-27] Important Update: Tuesday Study Nights To: [address removed] Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 2:20 AM Konbanha, mina-san! For those of you who attend the Tuesday Study Night Meetups at the Borders Cafe in Downtown Crossing, there are some important updates you need to know about.? This evening, a shift manager spoke to me about a few things which will impact our meetings. Issues: 1)? For those of you who have attended on a regular basis, you may have noticed that our group has gotten quite large.? So has Borders. Technically, we are not supposed to be moving the tables and chairs around in the main area, and we have been asked not to do so anymore. There are 2 alternatives to this, which will be discussed in the "Solutions" section of this email. 2)? It was noted that, although there wasn't a problem tonight in particular, the staff at Borders Cafe has had multiple problems in the past with members of our group bringing in food from other cafes.? It was also indirectly and politely hinted that the number of purchases made at Borders Cafe was very small, given the size and number of our group, and has consistently been so.? As some of you are aware, I sent an email about this awhile ago; at this point, I think a plan needs to be put into place.? Details in the "Solutions" section. 3)? The final major issue was one of time.? Both the bookstore and cafe at Borders close at 9:00 pm.? Our group always stays until the last minute.? Because we are so large, this means that we take extra time to put the tables and chairs back where we think they were, clean up our empty items, etc.? It also means a lot of extra time and work for the Cafe employees, because they have to stay behind until they've placed the tables and chairs where they REALLY go, mopped the floor, wiped down the tables, and picked up any items we may have left behind.? I imagine this must be even more of an inconvenience when people leave behind trash from food that wasn't even purchased at Borders Cafe. The shift manager I spoke to was very polite and helpful, and gave me some information about space at the Cafe, but I think everybody there tonight could sense that a lot of the staff were unhappy with us. Because basically, to sum up: we are a very large group that doesn't spend much money at the cafe, brings in food purchased outside (and leaves the mess from other food for Borders employees to clean up), takes up all the tables without tipping, and leaves late so that the Cafe employees have to stay late to clean up (again, for no tips). Now, I know that we all try to be careful, and many of us are considerate of making a purchase and cleaning up, but as a whole, that is not a good impression. Solutions: 1)? The shift manager told me about 2 possibilities for continuing to use the space at Borders.? We may reserve the conference room, which I have never seen, but which holds 15-20 people.? There was no fee mentioned, so I think it would be free.? To do this, someone must call the store's main line,[masked], and ask for Dan (the manager).? I will call tomorrow and ask him about arranging a regular reservation. Since my office is in the area, I will also stop by and meet with him in person, which I think would be a good idea.???I was also told we could move 1 or 2 tables in the back area (near the elevators), instead of the main area.? For those of you who have seen the space, it would not really be large enough for us, so I think the best thing for now is to try and get that conference room. 2)? At this point, I think we need to enforce a "minimum purchase policy" for our group.? Perhaps each week half of us could purchase one or more items from the Cafe, while the other half contribute $2 each to leave as a tip for the cafe employees?? Of course, as many people who want to purchase and/or tip always can and are encouraged to do so.? We can take turns from week to week so that the same people aren't always purchasing (if they don't want to).? For those that prefer to purchase food or beverages from outside, please do your best to finish them and dispose of all trash before entering Borders (or keep leftovers in a bag).? And yes, you would also need to take your turns purchasing or tipping at Borders. 3)? Borders Cafe employees let us know when they are about to close. Typically, we get a 15-minute warning, a 10-minute warning, a 5-minute warning, and then they close.? I am not sure if the conference room closes at 9:00 like the main space, but let's assume it does until I speak with Dan tomorrow.? From now on, depending on how the new setup works,? let's keep an eye on the time and try to walk out the door no later than 8:45 to give Borders employees plenty of time to close up. That may mean that we start packing up at 8:40, as it usually takes us a few minutes to gather all of our belongings. These are just a few ideas; others are more than welcome to make suggestions.? While we understand that times are tough and don't want to make anyone feel uncomfortable, we also have to realize that every week, we are taking almost all of the cafe space away from people who might support their business and tip the staff (or at least let them go home on time).? It is very important to realize the impression we are making as a group.? I know that everyone tonight saw how uncomfortable the Cafe employees seemed, and though they were all polite, it was not pleasant.? I think we are a great group and it takes very little effort to make sure we are showing the Borders staff our best consideration.? Because the group has grown so large, members are looking for other locations.? But it is not easy to find a space for so many people, every week, that is free (or close to it), in a safe area, and easily accessible by public transportation.? 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