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I've got no real attachment to the Plough myself, other than that it's central and can generally accomodate a large group of people. I have a certain affection for the Princess Louise, but there's the filthbeer factor, and it's not really a good venue for accomodating a large group of people. Out of the regular barbemeet haunts, that leaves the Jorene Celeste (not so central) and The Foundry (...dunno). Unless someone comes up with a solid alternative, I'd be tempted to just stick with the Plough, feng shui aside, as someone's always going to have an objection to every venue and this could go round in circles forever. Thoughts?
Early afternoon start and late finish is good for me, as I have very little to do the next day.
Lucky Dip presents sounds better than Secret Satan, as it takes absolutely no coordination and gifts are more an expression of the gift giver and less tailored to an individual you may or may not know very well. I'll be buying a random gift for approx. £5 at the weekend for some unwitting barbelith poster to receive. Maybe put wrapped presents on table to be claimed and opened at 8pm-ish when everyone is more or less there. If you bring a present, you get to pick one from the table. |
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