Location Photography

I saw somebody else do this, and thought it was a great idea A photo walk for those who want to take photographs and for those who want to get their photos taken We will grab some pics at some of Dublins spots. Great if you’re a photographer looking to get some practice in portrait photography or if you’d like to go home with some great pics of u. All photographs provided will be free. Towards the end we can all go to a pub/cafe and review the photos (optional). I have a few spots in mind and would be very happy to get more suggestions

Have you been wanting to get better photographs of yourself but your phone is just not doing it? Then this event is for you. I’m organising this event with other photographers, and I thought I’d share it here as well so more people who want their portraits taken can join. The event will be taking place in Dublin city centre. The exact location will be announced closer to the date. All photos provided by the photographers will be free of charge

**COST: LECTURE ONLY: FREE** Renowned for her novels and short stories, including *The Death of the Heart,* *The Heat of the Day*, and *The Last September*, Elizabeth Bowen is one of Ireland's most enduring literary figures. Since 2022, the[ Elizabeth Bowen Society](http://www.bowensociety.com/ "http://www.bowensociety.com/") have organised an annual lecture for the writer's birthday, and this year the Irish Writers Centre is delighted to collaborate on this fantastic day exploring and discussing the legacy of Elizabeth Bowen. **Annual Bowen Birthday Lecture** 1.30pm – 3.00pm: Annual Birthday Lecture by Bowen expert Diana Hirst, author of *The Aesthetic of Elizabeth Bowen’s Novels - Light, Atmosphere, Fragmentation, and Sensation.* Diana's lecture will be titled: 'Oh, Madam...The Start of a Fifteen-Year Bowen Journey.' DETAILS: **13:15:** Meet inside the main entrance of the Irish Writers Centre **13:30** Lecture begins **15:30** Lecture Ends Depending on the numbers that come on the day, we will go for tea/coffee afterwards **GET YOUR TICKET FIRST, THEN PRESS ATTEND!**

Make New Friends💏! This Event is a large Monthly Social Salsa Dance Party 🎉🎊🎇 & Dance Show for Salsa Dancers and for New Solo people who want to learn Salsa dancing. This Salsa Dance Party will be held in a large hall. There is Bar facilities, cheaper drinks and toilets are avaliable. Time of Dance Party from about 9.30pm/10pm. till after 1 am. Dress: Neat Dress. (Salsa Dance class lesson from 8.45pm to 9.30pm.). There are Salsa Social Dance Classes on Thursday evenings for those who like to learn or improve Salsa dancing. The entrance fee for the Salsa Party is 15 euros cash at the Door, which includes the Salsa class lesson and Dance Show. This is very good value. Place of large Hall is in Dublin 8. There is a large Free Car Parking at the back also. Dublin Bus 2 mins walk. There will be many other solo people attending from all around Ireland beside this meetup who already know this venue. In the past Social Salsa Dance Parties, over 270 people attended. Please Note: Salsa Dancing involves people touching each other during dancing and classes. https://youtu.be/DWir_XczIE8?is=YWe0j-H3tECeWaQx https://youtu.be/iyLdoQGBchQ?feature=shared So if you are Solo, like Social Dancing, meeting new people and or like a free lesson to start learning Salsa dancing, RSVP and I will send you the Dance Party Address Details on the day of the event. Many people come solo, so do not worry, come solo or bring your friends with you and enjoy the great Latino music and social Salsa dancing.

***Mountain Skills for Only €120 / course*** Ever wanted to learn the skills you need to become a competent navigator in the Irish mountains, the UK, the Alps or beyond! As a fully qualified mountain guide and course provider for Mountaineering Ireland and the UK, I run Mountain Skills which is a nationally accredited course and is delivered in an upland environment. Hiking in Ireland can be challenging not only because of its wilderness, but the island has very little sign posted hiking trails in the mountains or hills. In addition to this, as being an island in the Atlantic we experience the forces of nature; storms and weather events. In other words, Ireland is probably the best place in Europe to learn a new outdoor skill like Mountain Skills. The aim of this course is to help you learn the skills you need to get out hiking in the hills and mountains independently, safely and responsibly. You will learn how to navigate with confidence by any type of weather conditions. A Mountain Skills course is run over 2 days in an upland environment and covers: Map reading, map description, map scale, contour lines, land and ground features, navigation legs, simple navigation techniques, setting the map, the 5 D, estimation of direction & destination, grid reference, mountain hazards, hypothermia, mountain environment, timing, pacing, route planning, route card, emergency procedures, personal equipment, safe movement skills, river crossing and much more… Some level of fitness is essential in taking part in this course. Each course (MS1 / MS2) is a 20 hour syllabus which includes indoor and outdoor sessions and night navigation (MS2) **A course includes:** Maps and compass provided, tea breaks, course notes, 3 route cards, a free hiking day practice as part of a weekend. **For Only €100 for under 18 and students and €120 for adults.** Accommodations can be provided Her are few additionnal dates: Jan 24-25 MS2 Glenmalure, Co.Wicklow Feb 11-12 MS1 Comeragh, Co.Waterford March 21-22 Glenmalure, Co. Wicklow March 28-29 Glenmalure, Co.Wicklow April MS1 18-19 Glenmalure, Co,Wickow For more information contact us at: [aeaccom@gmail.com](mailto:aeaccom@gmail.com) / +35387 9691193 Or go to: [www.mountainadventures74.com](http://www.mountainadventures74.com)

This event is free though donations (cash or Revolut) are very much welcome as I renew my Meetup Organiser subscription annually in the Summer and I prefer to cover this cost of $215 (they invoice us in dollars) through optional donations in the Summer instead of having a set fee per event. Thanks! Hello! Meeting time: 3pm Meeting place: Copper + Straw Cafe, Palmerston Park. Distance: 10km. Toilets: public toilets in Herbert Park. End point: Grand Canal Dock train station. Important: this is a free event, spaces are limited, please don't be a no show. Thank you. This event is free though donations (cash or Revolut) are very much welcome as I renew my organiser subscription annually in the Summer and I prefer to cover this cost of $215 (they invoice us in dollars) through optional donations in the Summer instead of having a set fee per event. Thanks! This walk will not proceed if there is a yellow, orange or red weather alert for Dublin. Disclaimer: This event and every event in this group is entirely and in every possible way at your own risk. Thanks Alan

Let's get together for a late afternoon swim on Saturday We'll meet at the low stone wall near the lifeguards shed/hut. None of us is a lifeguard so everyone is responsible for their own safety. Some of us will go to a local cafe afterwards for coffee/lunch/chats. Looking forward to seeing some of you there.

Meeting at Ticknock car park (at the mountain bike shop. biking.ie in Google maps) Meeting at 9:40am, outside the bike shop cafe (at entrance of car park), hike will commence immediately thereafter, this hike will cover forest tracks, small section of road and some boggy terrain. Distance: 22km You may bring lunch, snacks and drinks of your choice. Coffee afterwards in the cafe in car park for those who wish and have the time.

Steeped in history! The Gobbins is a 3 mile path along a dramatic cliff face which includes spectacular tubular and suspension bridges, a staircase, Caves and tunnels carved through the rock - providing the absolute best views of the rugged North Coast. This is a fully guided event. The walk is expected to take about 3 hours. There is also an excellent visitor centre with a cafe. On the way home we will stop at Rinkha, a 100 year old ice-cream parlour, for a well earned treat 😋 The cost for this event, including return Bus from Dublin city centre, insurance and tickets to the guided tour is €89 Payment by Revolut please

[Our events base on 50K people biggest Meetup Group Extremely Shy](https://meetup.com/extremelyshy) Join Whatsapp Group [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fzo6C5mURl2LaaeStuhBT9](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fzo6C5mURl2LaaeStuhBT9) The Cliffs of Moher are Ireland's iconic coastal cliffs in County Clare, rising dramatically over the Atlantic, stretching 14 km and reaching 214 meters high at their peak, offering stunning views of the Aran Islands and Connemara, abundant birdlife (puffins), and featuring the historic O'Brien's Tower; they're part of a UNESCO Geopark and a top tourist spot with a hillside visitor center and cliffside paths, known for their rugged beauty, geological significance, and role in folklore and film. **Reserve Carpool or Driver** https://www.extremelyshy.com/dublin&ftmdjz **What’s included** * Gas, Vehicle use, Driver effort. Split bill if any other expenses exist. **Meeting and Pickup** * Meeting Time: 8:00 AM Meeting Point: Starbucks, 8 N Earl St, North City, Dublin 1, Dublin * End Time: 7:00 * End Point: This activity ends back at the meeting point. **Refund Policy** * Refund Policy: Not refundable except if the event is canceled, rescheduled. Contact us by the end of the day. **Liability** The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. You acknowledge you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.

EN version (Polish version below-Polska wersja poniżej) Walking to Lough Dan Lake follow Logan Way, pass Inchavore River to reach Cloghoge beach. Parking & meetup: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ecEZVfMKgHYS6F8c6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ecEZVfMKgHYS6F8c6?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwRThGaFVpVlZEV0tJMHA0M3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6vT9N0VXXMo-ZT3216pMjl8U4aCktlkDoWMgb2TWHOjxzlzkDZ72uTviG8tg_aem_PO6exs8YWR8KYJ2SxkwXjg) Time: 11.45 am Date 06 July 2026 After resting, coffee, swimming We will choose to back by Luggala or Knocknacloghoge hill to parking or go back the same way. All welcome! Note! Please be aware that attendees participate in the event at their own risk! Also dog owners are responsible for dog behaviour i walk during temperatute between 16-09 C. At the beach there are trees to keep them in shadow. Part of the walk is open but mostly in forest. Pl wersja: Zapowiada się słoneczna Sobota 6go Czerwca z temperaturą 15 stopni Celsjusza. Dlatego jeśli ktoś ma ochotę i wolną chwilkę na nie tak długi i niezbyt wyczerpujący wspólny poranny spacer, w przepięknym krajobrazie County Wicklow, to zapraszamy na przechadzkę z całymi rodzinami i z naszymi futrzakami lub bez. Spotykamy się o godzinie 11.45 rano na parkingu Old military road (link poniżej) Lokalizacja parkingu: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ecEZVfMKgHYS6F8c6](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmaps.app.goo.gl%2FecEZVfMKgHYS6F8c6%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwRThGaFVpVlZEV0tJMHA0M3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4lpuCBQc-X96wWV12y9dZUaStSc9-_DmzNxYW7qyMM8eYzGuE702jwYftxvA_aem_FiGQORQV0wTe2oiXuSjlgw&h=AUClV77sFzgbN4z8vu92mJ6JC6bf9AATQofbSC2SH1eJ3xiJhh9JIYhUxYIkoym3NoqefevAnF690t0LTQVkA1r0mEw1kaNa--4DSfxoHUZ5HK1fAly6H_xAuUgK90RiBTQ50gWqAZHgodQ5&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUDn7nwga9zlWY9Z88HDG4G6ku_bSzseYLOs5XVRG6ZQ-QPEajl5FjGr-CW-TktBFugq-eix-Neg1A7mt6zU5yC4vkmKMtCfjtHhf2qjoOHx0zTKSBufDB_IRppBtauLFRkvtTMh4d4V_suAYJQNaybjM-s9Us66rTQ) Aplikacja: Alltrails [https://www.alltrails.com/.../inchavore-valley-lough-dan](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alltrails.com%2Ftrail%2Fireland%2Fcounty-wicklow%2Finchavore-valley-lough-dan%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwRThGaFVpVlZEV0tJMHA0M3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4lpuCBQc-X96wWV12y9dZUaStSc9-_DmzNxYW7qyMM8eYzGuE702jwYftxvA_aem_FiGQORQV0wTe2oiXuSjlgw&h=AUAl1EpwZTkbRFrOvQNok8-3-eaki7V9zzbMcnux_uXKCN2bat0WxdWCfY5jOiHFT0CfV9NTsHRcklNpK2iI__7AZglBbMZUbKgCSGhCByHhaNUXevcaw2KqUi3qjpzXhMHZXVNRLyJLhjAv&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUDn7nwga9zlWY9Z88HDG4G6ku_bSzseYLOs5XVRG6ZQ-QPEajl5FjGr-CW-TktBFugq-eix-Neg1A7mt6zU5yC4vkmKMtCfjtHhf2qjoOHx0zTKSBufDB_IRppBtauLFRkvtTMh4d4V_suAYJQNaybjM-s9Us66rTQ) / Ps, Wszelkie pytania, zdjęcia miejsca I mapy w zakładce „Dyskusja” i czacie stworzonym przez Dorotę/ Cel: cypel na jeziorze Lough Dan, Wicklow (z drugiej strony plaży głównej no 4) Parking: no1 Miejsce dla 6/7 samochodów, ale jeśli miejsc nie będzie to proszę kierować się na parking zastępczy zaznaczony numerem 2 na mapce w dyskusji. Będziemy spacerowa trasą niezbyt wymagającą, dobrą i dla piechurów, i dla psów. W razie potrzeby będziemy robili postoje, aby zaczerpnąć tchu lub poczekać na maruderów. Będziemy podążać trasą Logana aż do osiągniecia strumienia Inchavore, gdzie przeprawimy się na drugą stronę, aby kontynuować marsz do cypla Cloghoge zaznaczonego numerem 4. Po dojściu czas na siestę, kawę lub herbatę i kąpiel w ciepłej i płytkiej wodzie jeziora. PS, pamiętajcie o ręcznikach i kąpielówkach, dużej ilości płynów dla Was jak i dla psów! Opcje: 5\. Szkocka wioska \-przejście suchą stopą przez strumień i przebijanie się przez prywatną posesję do szkockiej zrujnowanej\, acz baśniowej z pięknym widokiem na jezioro wioski 6\. Wzgórze Knocknacloghoge – powrót do parkingów przez zarośnięte\, krzaczaste i bezdrzewne wzgórze\, lecz z pięknym widokiem na otaczające miejsce\. 7\. Powrót trasą ze wzgórza lub powrót na starą ścieżkę\. Km: w zależności od wyboru opcji do 15km Czas: do cypla i z powrotem 3godziny Uwaga: Każdy uczestnik bierze udział w wydarzeniu na własne ryzyko i własną odpowiedzialność. Włąsciciele psów również ponoszą całą odpowiedzialność za zachowanie się psa i biorą go na własną odpowiedzialność. Proszę zapoznać się z warunkami pogodowymi i czy to jest odpowiednia rasa psa na te temperatury. Temperatura jutro będzie się wahała między 15-09 stopni Celsjusza. Ps, Będzie wysoka temperatura jak na warunki irlandzkie , więc proszę zaopatrzec sie w wystarczającą ilość wody, pojemników dla psa, jedzenia, smakołyków, bandany do schłodzenia szyi psa, zmoczonej uprząży.

**Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk.** **Meeting Point : Bray Train Station.** **When : Saturday, 6th of June.** **Time : 16:00 PM.** **How to get there ? Take the E1 ((Walk down from Bray Main Street) or Dart to Bray Station.** We will be taking the Cable Rock Viewpoint Route to Greystones. Please be careful doing this hike ! Every event is 5 Euro's, you can pay by using Revolut or Cash. Duration 1-2 Hours, 7.1 KM. I hope to meet you !

*Note: this is a demonstration event only, you **will not** shoot you own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.* Bondage elements can add an extra layer of emotion and artistry to your images. Sample images on the internet are however dominated by BDSM style shots that are often sexualized and emphasize the model being in distress. In this demonstration Rachel and I show ways to use bondage elements in an artistic way. We explore the types of accessories that work best in artistic images and the best way to photograph them. Our model is Rachel Adams, an internationally known fetish model with many years of experience in this genre.

TOPIC (TBD): Meeting Schedule: 1. 6:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members 2. 6:10 - Old Business 3. 6:20 - New Business 4. 6:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education 5. 7:15 - Break 6. 7:30 - Image Critique 7. 8:00 - Adjourn Pre-Shoot Brief/Education: NIK Collection 8 Image Critique: Previous Photoshoot Images (iPhone images and Christmas Cards). If anyone has images they would like critiqued, please provide them at the beginning of the meeting. Providing Images for Critique: For now, I will collect images at the beginning of the meeting on a USB memory stick. My computer has USB-C ports, so a USB-C memory stick or one with dual (USB-C / USB-A) ports will be needed. Images should follow these format rules: JPG - 80% quality or higher 132 dpi resolution 2048 pixels across the long edge Embedded colorspace - sRGB

I have been studying the question of "self" online with Prof. Ellie Anderson and so I thought a prompt on the "self" might be interesting. Full confession: I had Claude create this prompt and I like it, so here goes: Imagine a thought experiment that merges two classic puzzles: > You undergo a procedure, performed neuron by neuron, in which every biological component of your brain is replaced with a functionally identical synthetic substitute. At each step, your behavior, memories, and personality remain unchanged. When the last neuron is swapped, is the consciousness experiencing the world still you? And — more pressingly — was there ever a continuous "you" to begin with? ### Questions to Wrestle With * If consciousness is purely physical, does the *gradual* nature of the replacement matter, or is it equivalent to being destroyed and rebuilt? * Could there be a "self" without continuity of experience — even moment to moment, while you sleep? On a more practical level, consider the simpler case first: **hemispherectomy** patients — people who have had an entire cerebral hemisphere surgically removed — often retain a strong sense of personal identity and continuity. This suggests "you" are not rigidly tied to specific physical material. But does that vindicate the synthetic neuron case, or merely show that identity is more *flexible* than we thought — not that it can survive *complete* substrate replacement? I used Claude so I could get this out today and let everyone have some time to consider it. Hope to see you at the Oracle. Sorry about the location change two weeks ago. That's what I get for trusting local weather predictions!

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.

Hi Ladies , Let's Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park . We will meet at the nature center parking lot. Hiking about 4 miles completing the blendon woods loop and the sugarbush trail . Wear appropriate footwear and bring water for hydration .

[MOVIE DESCRIPTION BELOW] *A strange doorway appears in the basement of a furniture showroom.* \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ **PLEASE SEE GROUP BIO FOR FULL FAQ. Meetup only allows a certain amount of characters when posting events from a mobile device and out FAQ is longer than that limit. A condensed version is posted below here** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ First-time attendees: below are some Frequently Asked Questions about events for your consideration: * **What is involved in this type of event? (_Group Watch & Socialize Event)** * We typically arrive before the movie, maybe chat and catch up with folks a bit, watch the movie in the theater, then afterwards have a more extended chat with everyone who saw the movie. * **Do I have to chat before the movie?** * Nope! Totally understandable if you'd rather just watch first so you can have something in common to discuss afterwards. * **Will people approach me/talk to me?** * Not a guarantee as it depends on who is hosting, but a good host or other group members will try to at least say hi to members after the movie and may make an effort to include newer faces in the conversation in some way. Please feel free to jump into the conversation as you feel comfortable and understand this is done with good intent :) We are happy to have you! * **How will I know who is the host or where people are gathering to talk about the movie?** * This depends on each host, but good practice is for the host to indicate a notable item of clothing they are wearing for other members to look out for. But generally we gather in a loose circle in the theater lobby or outside the theater to talk, so if you recognize the host or other group members - that's the spot we've decided on! Just kind of depends on the feel of the group where we gather. * **What is with posting the seat numbers?** * A good practice we've found is to post our seat numbers when we have ordered tickets for a movie. This is just another way for members of our group to find each other as it might not be immediately obvious who is here as part of the group event: some events are at public movie theaters, after all. You are not by any means obligated to post your seat number if you do not feel comfortable doing so, just something we've found that works nicely for encouraging some socialization. * **Will there be food?** * General guideline: if the movie starts at 7ish pm or later, you might wanna have dinner first or plan on buying movie snacks. Restaurant kitchens tend to close around 9-10pm. We sometimes do go to restaurants after movies as a group, but moreso bars whose kitchens may or may not be open. Plus, kind of bad manners for a group to descend upon a bar when the kitchen is closing is 10 minutes lol. Bars are just convenient social places, there is zero pressure to drink but there just aren't many places open late when we may leave movies. There is potential to order or provide food for group events, but it should not be expected unless stated in the event description. * **How do I stay in contact with the group after the movie?** * We have another app we use for discussion because Meetup is somewhat cumbersome to use for casual conversation. The app we use is called Discord. The link is posted below: * Link: https://discord.gg/4r7QxzmSvH * [Place link here] \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ * **Can I create events as a member?** * Initially, no but this group is open to members suggesting events or becoming part of the Event Organizers over time. We don't want to open the opportunity for everybody initially to create events because that kind of role has some responsibility towards it. There are certain permissions granted to that role that not every member should have. However, if a member has a proven track record of treating every group member with due respect, and a willingness to plan events: they can become and Event Organizer and create their own events. Please reach out to leadership if this sounds like something that would interest you. * **Can I donate to the group?** * Absolutely! See group bio