Wikipedia talk:Meetup/Karachi 1/Archive 1

Agenda

The Location

• Clifton is an easy access, safe place with fantastic upscale restaurants. I propose China Town located at Kehkashan Block 2, Clifton. Those, who would like join in, Please comment! Saqib ^talk 16:23, 9 October 2009 (UTC)

Good choice Saqib. However, I may not be able to attend cause I'm in Lahore. --110.37.31.98 (talk) 11:45, 11 October 2009 (UTC)

• Expo Centre, Karachi, Hasan Square is an easy access for all the people of Karachi, it is also a safe place. I propose this place. syedkash4u.

Your comment only counted, if you confirm your attendance in Karachi Meetup. Saqib ^talk 05:09, 12 October 2009 (UTC)

• If I were attend Karachi Meetup, I would recommend timing between 5 to 7 p.m. --Zainichi Gaikokujin (talk) 10:21, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

 Closed Finally, the location for meetup is McDonald's Najeeb Center at Tariq Road, PECHS. Saqib ^talk 16:10, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

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Date and Time

• Sunday seems a perfect day to me for such Meetups. How about the afternoon around 2pm of October 18? However, it largely depends on actual attendance. Need your opinion! Saqib ^talk 16:23, 9 October 2009 (UTC)

Weather report shows chances of sprinkles but hoping for a pleasant day.--110.37.31.98 (talk) 06:11, 11 October 2009 (UTC)

 Closed The Karachi meetup will be on October 18, 2009 — 17:00 and onwards. Saqib ^talk 16:10, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

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Other Suggestions

• I think, all attendant Wikipedians should have to contribute for the group meal. Saqib ^talk 16:23, 9 October 2009 (UTC)

Don't you think, High tea would work fine rather than lunch?--Zainichi Gaikokujin (talk) 11:37, 11 October 2009 (UTC)

Not a bad option however early you rise,the day does'nt dawn sooner. Where's Attendees?--110.37.31.98 (talk) 11:42, 11 October 2009 (UTC)

I agree on high tea. lunch not possible for me. Rzafar (talk) 07:37, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

Most important thing to discuss at the moment is location/restaurant and exact time for meetup. We've to must decide that before October 16th. Saqib ^talk 09:55, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

Alright, I agree on high tea or something very light. Saqib ^talk 15:04, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

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Discussions

• That would be great idea but I'll be out of city. By the way, what will be the venue. Hope to get things done soon.--Zainichi Gaikokujin (talk) 08:36, 2 October 2009 (UTC)

You can see, we're still discussing on exact day and venue. You should come, Nice to see you there! Saqib ^talk 07:53, 10 October 2009 (UTC)

Saqib, some Urdu Wikipedians are not seems to be very serios about this meetup. Did you see thier babyishness discussion on this matter. --110.37.30.56 (talk) 13:04, 12 October 2009 (UTC)

• I'll definitely attend this meetup. Is it possible to arrange such program in city center? Some place near Expo Center or Mazar-e-Quaid? Fkehar (talk) 05:28, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

Please propose a specific restaurant. How about McDonalds or KFC, both located in Tariq Road? Saqib ^talk 07:35, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

Nice idea Saqib. Saqib . I'm leaving for Japan tomorrow and hope to join 2009 Wikimedia Conference helding on 22 November. What about you? --Zainichi Gaikokujin (talk) 08:04, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

I could make it to Tariq Road at either of the two places but around 4pm or later. Can't do lunch.Rzafar (talk) 10:07, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

Any idea if Tariq road based McDonald or KFC providing internet or Wifi facility? --Zainichi Gaikokujin (talk) 10:53, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

• Now, the question is how will we recognise each other? and by the way, do not forget to bring your idea's or proposal's, if any. Saqib ^talk 16:01, 13 October 2009 (UTC)

I agreed on McDonald's Tariq Road Fkehar (talk) 04:59, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

Saqib, ask attendees to send email to you and then reply them back individually with your hand phone number. Do not mention your number here because of privacy. --Zainichi Gaikokujin (talk) 05:56, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

I would recommend you bring a small "Wikipedia" sign, or something with the same effect, so fellow Wikipedians can recognise each other.--Pharos (talk) 14:34, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

Also, it would be great if you put the meeting details on the front side of this page, rather than just on the talk page. Thanks.--Pharos (talk) 14:56, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

What meeting details do you want on front page? Everything that seems necessary to me is already there! Saqib ^talk 17:03, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

Perhaps I am missing it, but I see the date, time, and location listed only on the talk page. Of course, it is your call. Good luck from the New York meetup to the Karachi meetup!--Pharos (talk) 18:07, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

Ah, I just did not notice it at the top :)--Pharos (talk) 00:32, 15 October 2009 (UTC)

So, just send me an e-mail and in return, I will be announcing my number in the email, not here for privacy reasons. Saqib ^talk 15:28, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

Jimmy Wales

Hi! From where did you get Jimmy Wales message for Karachi meetup? 121.222.146.149 (talk) 01:23, 16 October 2009 (UTC)

See this. Saqib ^talk 04:45, 16 October 2009 (UTC)

Cool! 121.222.4.68 (talk) 06:53, 16 October 2009 (UTC)

I think this Karachi meetup deserves more due publicity. Since you're from Karachi, I advise you to give as much potential outreach as you can. I can guarantee there are hundreds of youth out there (some of whom probably go on Wikipedia alot but don't edit) that are uninformed about this and would otherwise definitely come. Try to also get a local newspaper/magazine involved - these people are normally faarik to make small columns on these types of things. I must say I was surprised to see Jimbo Wales expressing intention of visiting. Thats something worth front page story :) 121.222.4.68 (talk) 07:06, 16 October 2009 (UTC)

I'm trying to reach some local media organizations but no interest showed as of now. 2 days left to GO so no idea if attendance will be good however a first step better than nothing. Saqib ^talk 07:26, 16 October 2009 (UTC)

Did you contact Geo, express news, Ary and any other big wigs ? If they don't respond contact Karachi local channels. Also try to contact local Fm stations. I think English newspapers will be more helpful such as DAWN, even a small section in Metropolitan of Dawn could prove very helpful. Don't you have any contacts in media ? My friend does have some links to the head of Kyhber Tv but contacting them in this short time will not be possible. --yousaf465' 02:35, 17 October 2009 (UTC)

I try to contact some, as you mentioned for covering report on post-meetup but nobody responds to me yet. If you've any reach to them, I'll appreciate. Saqib ^talk 05:25, 17 October 2009 (UTC)