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Forum meet in March

  • 06-02-2014 12:15am
    #1
    Annasopra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 41,157 ✭✭✭✭


    Anyone interested in a forum meet up sometime in March?

    It was so much easier to blame it on Them. It was bleakly depressing to think that They were Us. If it was Them, then nothing was anyone's fault. If it was us, what did that make Me? After all, I'm one of Us. I must be. I've certainly never thought of myself as one of Them. No one ever thinks of themselves as one of Them. We're always one of Us. It's Them that do the bad things.

    Terry Pratchet

    What date suits you? 9 votes

    February 28th
    0%
    March 1st
    100%
    jabarrett35irishboyukL.JenkinsXevkindalington10liquoricealltsternerobertAerynSun 9 votes


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Comments

  • #2
    J_E
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,734 ✭✭✭J_E


    Absolutely, was going to bring it up myself!


  • #3
    qweerty
    Closed Accounts Posts: 367 ✭✭qweerty


    Yep. But really nervous bout it! Andrew; 22 y/o; closeted!


  • #4
    playedalive
    Closed Accounts Posts: 750 ✭✭✭playedalive


    Yeah I'd totally be up for that. Somewhere for a few drinks and chats, definitely.
    :)


  • #5
    lemon_sherbert
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 716 ✭✭✭lemon_sherbert


    I'd be interested too, depending on the date :)


  • #6
    Daith
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,148 ✭✭✭Daith


    March is really busy for me but I'll be interested too


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  • #7
    Hamhide
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 289 ✭✭Hamhide


    Sounds cool, count me in!


  • #8
    Annasopra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 41,157 ✭✭✭✭Annasopra


    Daith wrote: »
    March is really busy for me but I'll be interested too

    It's flexible - I'll put a poll in the next few days

    It was so much easier to blame it on Them. It was bleakly depressing to think that They were Us. If it was Them, then nothing was anyone's fault. If it was us, what did that make Me? After all, I'm one of Us. I must be. I've certainly never thought of myself as one of Them. No one ever thinks of themselves as one of Them. We're always one of Us. It's Them that do the bad things.

    Terry Pratchet



  • #9
    Tanora123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3 ✭Tanora123


    yep :)


  • #10
    J_E
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,734 ✭✭✭J_E


    Possible venue? Where do you guys usually go?


  • #11
    playedalive
    Closed Accounts Posts: 750 ✭✭✭playedalive


    Cydoniac wrote: »
    Possible venue? Where do you guys usually go?

    Front Lounge might be an obvious one. Have been to J.W. Sweetmans off O'Connell Bridge for other meet ups. It's nice and central. Also nice beers. :)


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  • #12
    Daith
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,148 ✭✭✭Daith


    playedalive wrote: »
    Front Lounge might be an obvious one. Have been to J.W. Sweetmans off O'Connell Bridge for other meet ups. It's nice and central. Also nice beers. :)

    Sweetmans is nice and to be honest I kinda always preferred a non gay bar for meetups. At least at the start of the night :)


  • #13
    qweerty
    Closed Accounts Posts: 367 ✭✭qweerty


    For anyone who's been before, how does it work? Is one associated with their Boards name? If so, I dibs the fruity-sounding Mango Salsa. Only joking - I'm aware it's a social get-together!! I heard about these through a guy who ended up being a no-show for a meet, so fingers crossed he remains true to tradition and is similarly absent from this!


  • #14
    Ash885
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 639 ✭✭✭Ash885


    Sounds good. I've enjoyed the previous ones so this shall be no different :)

    There's the usual confusion as to whose who, but nothing a few beers won't solve. Don't be too nervous about it, I'm glad I went to them!


  • #15
    Hamhide
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 289 ✭✭Hamhide


    Whats the venue, any suggestions?


  • #16
    Annasopra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 41,157 ✭✭✭✭Annasopra


    There seems to be a consensus from previously that people prefer non gay bars first and then follow on somewhere after

    It was so much easier to blame it on Them. It was bleakly depressing to think that They were Us. If it was Them, then nothing was anyone's fault. If it was us, what did that make Me? After all, I'm one of Us. I must be. I've certainly never thought of myself as one of Them. No one ever thinks of themselves as one of Them. We're always one of Us. It's Them that do the bad things.

    Terry Pratchet



  • #17
    Daith
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,148 ✭✭✭Daith


    After that "debate" I was nearly ready to just hit the pub.


  • #18
    J_E
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,734 ✭✭✭J_E


    Next time Paddy walks into a gay bar...

    Bf0u39nIIAAQenx.jpg


  • #19
    bicloset
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51 ✭✭bicloset


    We usually meet in sweetmans, its pretty central and neutral! Then move on to a gay club for ever is up for it! Everyone just refers to each other by their names, tbh the people I have all got to know, I haven't a clue what their boards usernames are! Anyone that is closeted, fear not, there are some of us that go that are closets, anyone who goes that isn't closeted is all very low key so no need to be intimidated, there won't be pink flags and fake tan being waved all around the place! Just a few lads drinks and bita banter! Any qs, pop me a mail, I can't speak highly enough of the boards meet ups in the past!


  • #20
    qweerty
    Closed Accounts Posts: 367 ✭✭qweerty


    bicloset wrote: »
    We usually meet in sweetmans, its pretty central and neutral! Then move on to a gay club for ever is up for it! Everyone just refers to each other by their names, tbh the people I have all got to know, I haven't a clue what their boards usernames are! Anyone that is closeted, fear not, there are some of us that go that are closets, anyone who goes that isn't closeted is all very low key so no need to be intimidated, there won't be pink flags and fake tan being waved all around the place! Just a few lads drinks and bita banter! Any qs, pop me a mail, I can't speak highly enough of the boards meet ups in the past!

    Haha! So, I'll leave my leather trousers at home, then? Shame, really, cause I don't get many chances to wear them. When's Oktoberfest again?

    The friendliness of this thread has me a lot more relaxed. Looking forward to it!


  • #21
    Annasopra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 41,157 ✭✭✭✭Annasopra


    Just to emphasise this is open to EVERYONE.

    It was so much easier to blame it on Them. It was bleakly depressing to think that They were Us. If it was Them, then nothing was anyone's fault. If it was us, what did that make Me? After all, I'm one of Us. I must be. I've certainly never thought of myself as one of Them. No one ever thinks of themselves as one of Them. We're always one of Us. It's Them that do the bad things.

    Terry Pratchet



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  • #22
    Hamhide
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 289 ✭✭Hamhide


    Anymore ideas? Shall we book a table?


  • #23
    J_E
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,734 ✭✭✭J_E


    Hamhide wrote: »
    Anymore ideas? Shall we book a table?
    Maybe we should have a poll to get rough numbers.


  • #24
    Daith
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,148 ✭✭✭Daith


    Well maybe a date first?


  • #25
    Ash885
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 639 ✭✭✭Ash885


    Early March would probably suit those staying in a hostel/hotel, as they won't be gutted by the St. Paddy's hype which is bound to hit. My two cents, but should be a great laugh anyway regardless of the date ^^


  • #26
    jabarrett35
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 456 ✭✭jabarrett35


    March 1st
    Ash885 wrote: »
    Early March would probably suit those staying in a hostel/hotel, as they won't be gutted by the St. Paddy's hype which is bound to hit. My two cents, but should be a great laugh anyway regardless of the date ^^

    I agree with that. Early March would be best for me anyway.


  • #27
    tipperaryboy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 952 ✭✭✭tipperaryboy


    Sounds like it could be a great night, would like to go but never been to a meetup before and I'd be a little kinda nervous.
    As previously mentioned early March would be best with St.Patricks lark


  • #28
    Daith
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,148 ✭✭✭Daith


    I know it's not March but what about 28th Feb or 1st March?
    Or should just add a poll?


  • #29
    Lyaiera
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,818 ✭✭✭Lyaiera


    Daith wrote: »
    Well maybe a date first?

    How about we meet up in a group setting and see if there's a spark first?

    Edit: I was genuinely confused about that at first. "Why would someone want a date when loads of people are meeting up off a forum." /thicko


  • #30
    AerynSun
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 544 ✭✭✭AerynSun


    March 1st
    Lyaiera wrote: »
    How about we meet up in a group setting and see if there's a spark first?

    Don't worry, I also did a double-take over 'date' :p


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  • #31
    Ash885
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 639 ✭✭✭Ash885


    There's really no need to be nervous. Easily said then done I know, but honestly!

    First time I went on my own not knowing a sinner. There was a lot of panic, pacing around trying to find the table. But when I found them (and after 5 minutes of word vomit from yours truely) it dawned on me that it was all very chilled and relaxed and there wasn't much need for worry. Everyone is in the same boat so safety in numbers and all that jazz :)


  • #32
    AerynSun
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 544 ✭✭✭AerynSun


    March 1st
    I haven't been to a public gathering to meet anonymous online chatters since... 1997. Don't know if I'm able for this...


  • #33
    Annasopra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 41,157 ✭✭✭✭Annasopra


    AerynSun wrote: »
    I haven't been to a public gathering to meet anonymous online chatters since... 1997. Don't know if I'm able for this...

    Don't worry there would obviously be a few other nervous people.

    It was so much easier to blame it on Them. It was bleakly depressing to think that They were Us. If it was Them, then nothing was anyone's fault. If it was us, what did that make Me? After all, I'm one of Us. I must be. I've certainly never thought of myself as one of Them. No one ever thinks of themselves as one of Them. We're always one of Us. It's Them that do the bad things.

    Terry Pratchet



  • #34
    qweerty
    Closed Accounts Posts: 367 ✭✭qweerty


    mango salsa wrote: »
    Don't worry there would obviously be a few other nervous people.

    Raises hand...


  • #35
    Annasopra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 41,157 ✭✭✭✭Annasopra


    Poll added.

    You can choose both dates if both suit.

    The poll is public so you will be able to see who voted what way and it will close on the 20th

    It was so much easier to blame it on Them. It was bleakly depressing to think that They were Us. If it was Them, then nothing was anyone's fault. If it was us, what did that make Me? After all, I'm one of Us. I must be. I've certainly never thought of myself as one of Them. No one ever thinks of themselves as one of Them. We're always one of Us. It's Them that do the bad things.

    Terry Pratchet



  • #36
    J_E
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,734 ✭✭✭J_E


    If anyone is really nervous and doesn't want to arrive alone, send me a PM and I can meet up with you beforehand. It might give you the extra sense of comfort if you meet just one person and then go in knowing you're not a complete stranger and can be introduced etc.


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  • #37
    Hamhide
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 289 ✭✭Hamhide


    Good idea, I'm really looking forward to this. Do we have a location? I'm in galway so..


  • #38
    jabarrett35
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 456 ✭✭jabarrett35


    March 1st
    Who goes out on a Tuesday! Lol


  • #39
    AerynSun
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 544 ✭✭✭AerynSun


    March 1st
    jabarrett35 wrote: »
    Who goes out on a Tuesday! Lol

    28 February is a Friday, 1 March is a Saturday :)


  • #40
    jabarrett35
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 456 ✭✭jabarrett35


    March 1st
    That's true it is! Lol


  • #41
    Daith
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,148 ✭✭✭Daith


    jabarrett35 wrote: »
    Who goes out on a Tuesday! Lol

    I used to...when Glitz was on and it was brilliant :)


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  • #42
    Ash885
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 639 ✭✭✭Ash885


    Hamhide wrote: »
    Good idea, I'm really looking forward to this. Do we have a location? I'm in galway so..

    It would more than likely be in the Dublin city centre. Easier access for everyone. There's some really cheap and cheerful hostels/hotels around St. Stephen's Green and Smithfield which do the job for me anytime I head out in Dublin.


  • #43
    Daith
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,148 ✭✭✭Daith


    Country Gay friends of mine have recommended Abigals and Barnacles as their choice of hostel. Both v central.

    I've no affiliation with either of them.


  • #44
    Hamhide
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 289 ✭✭Hamhide


    I have family in dublin, finding a place to stay is no problem I just wondered where its on at. Dublin's cool and groovy for me!
    Do we have a location?


  • #45
    Annasopra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 41,157 ✭✭✭✭Annasopra


    Hamhide wrote: »
    I have family in dublin, finding a place to stay is no problem I just wondered where its on at. Dublin's cool and groovy for me!
    Do we have a location?

    Probably meet in JW Sweetmans first and then move on somewhere else

    It was so much easier to blame it on Them. It was bleakly depressing to think that They were Us. If it was Them, then nothing was anyone's fault. If it was us, what did that make Me? After all, I'm one of Us. I must be. I've certainly never thought of myself as one of Them. No one ever thinks of themselves as one of Them. We're always one of Us. It's Them that do the bad things.

    Terry Pratchet



  • #46
    AerynSun
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 544 ✭✭✭AerynSun


    March 1st
    mango salsa wrote: »
    Probably meet in JW Sweetmans first and then move on somewhere else

    Ah sure that's near the GNIB, so I should be able to find it then :)


  • #47
    Hamhide
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 289 ✭✭Hamhide


    I've a rough idea myself, cant wait :)


  • #48
    Folie a deux
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 69 ✭✭Folie a deux


    Would be interested in this!


  • #49
    genlad28
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3 ✭genlad28


    Sounds like it will be a good one! would love to meet for an after party if anyone is interested?


  • #50
    Peadar06
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 621 ✭✭✭Peadar06


    I'm away with work in Belfast those dates. Raging I can't go!

    Peter


  • #51
    Annasopra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 41,157 ✭✭✭✭Annasopra


    I know the dates are not ideal for everyone but maybe something can be organised again in April

    It was so much easier to blame it on Them. It was bleakly depressing to think that They were Us. If it was Them, then nothing was anyone's fault. If it was us, what did that make Me? After all, I'm one of Us. I must be. I've certainly never thought of myself as one of Them. No one ever thinks of themselves as one of Them. We're always one of Us. It's Them that do the bad things.

    Terry Pratchet



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