From dai_evans at dai_evans.yahoo.invalid  Tue Jan  1 22:45:35 2002
From: dai_evans at dai_evans.yahoo.invalid (dai_evans)
Date: Tue, 01 Jan 2002 22:45:35 -0000
Subject: Jan 7th - meeting place suggestions/headcount
In-Reply-To: <a0psj2+ebgd@...>
Message-ID: <a0te6f+9gsc@...>

Shall we say the moon and sixpence then? From 6pm? Ok then. Sinead 
and I will see you there.


Dai

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "flyingfordanglia" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> Hi everyone,
> 
> I have two suggestions for pubs serving ale (see below), as a 
meeting 
> place for 7th January.  They both serve food, but the Leicester 
Arms 
> sounds the more interesting on that front.  The Moon & Sixpence 
> sounds like a better bet in terms of having space and no music, if 
we 
> plan to stay there a while. 
> 
> Both these places are reasonably close to Covent Garden if we're 
> planning to have a wander over there (cold weather allowing).
> 
> Shall we meet up from 6pm, once we've agreed on the venue? If no 
one 
> has a preference, I'll just choose one of the pubs and aim to be 
> there from 6pm myself.
> 
> Can we get an idea who is coming on the 7th?  I'm pretty sure of 
> these people:
> 
> Neil
> Dai
> Sinead
> Catherine
> 
> Can the rest of you add your names and circulate the list?
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Neil
> 
> PUBS.....................
> 
> (1) The Moon & Sixpence (Wardour Street/Soho)
> 
> Listed here:  http://alt.venus.co.uk/vpub/w1area.htm
> 
> Map and details here:
> 
> http://www.pubfoodguide.co.uk/pubs/london-moon-sixpence.htm
> 
> 
> (2) Leicester Arms (Glasshouse Street/Piccadilly)
> 
> Profile and map here:
> 
> http://www.londontown.com/directory/pubdetails.phtml?
> id=CC0109&location=no_info&titlegif=&bar=&fac=&msite=1




From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Tue Jan  1 22:47:59 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Tue, 01 Jan 2002 22:47:59 -0000
Subject: Jan 7th - meeting place suggestions/headcount
In-Reply-To: <a0psj2+ebgd@...>
Message-ID: <a0teav+kr5g@...>

Neil wrote:
> 
> Can we get an idea who is coming on the 7th?  I'm pretty sure of 
> these people:
> 
> Neil
> Dai
> Sinead
> Catherine
David

Looking forward to meeting you.  No preference on the pubs.

David




From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Fri Jan  4 00:52:36 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Fri, 04 Jan 2002 00:52:36 -0000
Subject: Jan 7th - meeting place suggestions/headcount
In-Reply-To: <a0teav+kr5g@...>
Message-ID: <a12uck+ljuu@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "davewitley" <dfrankiswork at n...> wrote:
> Neil wrote:
> > 
> > Can we get an idea who is coming on the 7th?  I'm pretty sure of 
> > these people:
> > 
> > Neil
> > Dai
> > Sinead
> > Catherine
> David
Al

Me too!




From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Fri Jan  4 18:11:08 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Fri, 4 Jan 2002 18:11:08 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Jan 7th - meeting place suggestions/headcount
References: <a12uck+ljuu@...>
Message-ID: <000601c1954b$2fb59640$b59901d4@Michelle>

> > > 
> > > Neil
> > > Dai
> > > Sinead
> > > Catherine
> > David
> Al
Michelle too !! 





From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Sun Jan  6 18:23:32 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Sun, 06 Jan 2002 18:23:32 -0000
Subject: Rail strike
Message-ID: <a1a4n4+ljj4@...>

The SW Trains rail strike will severely complicate my plans to see 
you tomorrow.

It seems to be going ahead. I will probably try to drive in but don't 
expect me early!

David




From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Wed Jan 16 00:49:59 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 00:49:59 -0000
Subject: Another meeting for the London Chapter!
Message-ID: <a22inn+tmg0@...>

Hello!

Thanks for a great time the other week.  It was nice to see you guys 
again, and good to meet Dave and Sinead, too - even if we did have to 
depart suddenly!

John is thinking / is pretty much definitely coming down to stay with 
me in Brighton for a few days at the end of the month / beginning of 
February.  So we'd quite like to organise something on Saturday 2nd, 
which is about the only conceivable date (Sunday at a pinch, but the 
trains are generally behaving better on Saturdays).  Does anybody 
have any ideas for places to meet / things to do and general mish-
mash along those lines?  Of course, if everyone feels like travelling 
a bit, we could have an away day and hit Brighton - though in 
February that might be quite unwise.

:schnoogles:
Alex





From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Wed Jan 16 19:33:38 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Wed, 16 Jan 2002 19:33:38 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Another meeting for the London Chapter!
References: <a22inn+tmg0@...>
Message-ID: <001c01c19ec4$b2e64aa0$789401d4@Michelle>


John is thinking / is pretty much definitely coming down to stay with 
me in Brighton for a few days at the end of the month / beginning of 
February.  So we'd quite like to organise something on Saturday 2nd, 
which is about the only conceivable date (Sunday at a pinch, but the 
trains are generally behaving better on Saturdays).  Does anybody 
have any ideas for places to meet / things to do and general mish-
mash along those lines?  Of course, if everyone feels like travelling 
a bit, we could have an away day and hit Brighton - though in 
February that might be quite unwise.

Hiya. 

Count me in for whatever. Just don't ask me where we should meet. I'd opt for the rather obvious Waterstone's on Piccadilly........But that is me. Don't mind where. Give me a time and I will be wherever. 

Michelle
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From ebonyink at selah_1977.yahoo.invalid  Sat Jan 19 03:00:21 2002
From: ebonyink at selah_1977.yahoo.invalid (selah_1977)
Date: Sat, 19 Jan 2002 03:00:21 -0000
Subject: Summer 2002 Encore...
Message-ID: <a2ang5+kl2b@...>

...because One Good Time Deserves A Sequel.

I am in the process of applying to the National Endowment for the 
Humanities Summer Seminars.  There are several dozen of these, 
however, I am applying to two.

One is in Nottingham.  My second choice of program, because it's 
about the Industrial Revolution.

The other is about post-colonialism, and it's in...

...cental London.

Six weeks again--last week of June until the first week of August.

I really ought to stay my butt here and teach summer school... but 
I'm such a wuss.  I've become a positive Anglophile and I miss you 
guys!

Instead of myself and my college paying my way through Oxford ($7000 
that I'll be paying back over the next 10 years), this particular 
program, if accepted, would pay a very modest stipend... imagine 
that, paying teachers to go to London!  Gotta love America, eh?

Here's the link:
http://www.oberlin.edu/~svolk/nehsem.htm
I am sending it to you because you guys know London better than I do.

What do you think?  Should I go for it?  Suggestions?  Caveats?
 
--Eb




From frances at forever.u-net.com  Sun Jan 20 02:16:21 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (frances_j_potter)
Date: Sun, 20 Jan 2002 02:16:21 -0000
Subject: Newbie intro
Message-ID: <a2d99l+5jh6@...>

Hi all. Just a short hello to everyone. I'm from near Southampton and 
hope maybe one day to meet up with some of you. I'm a closet HP fan who 
lives in this secret world which none of her family and friends knows 
exists!!! They all think HP is for children not for grown ups like me!

Frances





From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sun Jan 20 09:52:03 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (catorman)
Date: Sun, 20 Jan 2002 09:52:03 -0000
Subject: Another meeting for the London Chapter!
In-Reply-To: <a22inn+tmg0@...>
Message-ID: <a2e403+udq1@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "dracos_boyfriend" <dracos_boyfriend at y...> 
wrote:
> John is thinking / is pretty much definitely coming down to stay 
with 
> me in Brighton for a few days at the end of the month / beginning 
of 
> February.  So we'd quite like to organise something on Saturday 
2nd, 
> which is about the only conceivable date (Sunday at a pinch, but 
the 
> trains are generally behaving better on Saturdays).  Does anybody 
> have any ideas for places to meet / things to do and general mish-
> mash along those lines?  Of course, if everyone feels like 
travelling 
> a bit, we could have an away day and hit Brighton - though in 
> February that might be quite unwise.
> 
> :schnoogles:
> Alex

For me, this depends whether it is a daytime or evening meet.  Mickey 
is not letting me off the hook on some stupid night flying trip with 
his flying club, which means I have to be in Rochester by 5pm.  

Really, Sunday would be much better for me, but Saturday lunch would 
be OK as well.

Catherine




From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Fri Jan 25 10:55:13 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2002 10:55:13 -0000
Subject: Summer 2002 Encore, 2/2
In-Reply-To: <a2ang5+kl2b@...>
Message-ID: <a2rdih+187s@...>

Ebony:
>The other is about post-colonialism, and it's in...
> 
> ...cental London.
> 
> Here's the link:
> http://www.oberlin.edu/~svolk/nehsem.htm

It looks very interesting - and what better name for the director 
than Volk?

Public libraries are not academic libraries, but it is perfectly 
possible to work quietly: they are not usually noisy, in my 
experience.

It would be nice to meet you; I hope you get a place.

About 2/2 - I don't think I can come, as work has already meant that 
my family are forgetting who I am.  I assume the date was chosen so 
as not to be ambiguous for Americans?

David




From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Mon Jan 28 19:45:19 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (pinguthegreek)
Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2002 19:45:19 -0000
Subject: CPU problems
Message-ID: <a349of+ckdd@...>

Ok, my CPU at home simply won't switch on, so I may not have Internet 
access before Saturday. 

If i am not back online before Saturday I shall call Alex or 
Catherine to conform arrangements. As far as I know, I will be there !


Michelle






From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Fri Feb  1 23:15:29 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Fri, 01 Feb 2002 23:15:29 -0000
Subject: Tomorrow!
Message-ID: <a3f7ih+uj3e@...>

I think we have me, John, Neil, Catherine and Michelle.

Where are we meeting and when?  I texted you earlier, Catherine, but 
my phone seems a bit weird at the moment so I don't know if you got 
it.  Please tell us!  I'll be checking the group one last time 
tomorrow morning before we go.

My mobile: 07951 782262

Please, please let us know!

Alex




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sat Feb  2 04:32:55 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sat, 2 Feb 2002 04:32:55 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Tomorrow!
References: <a3f7ih+uj3e@...>
Message-ID: <005c01c1aba2$af9df1a0$d83470c2@c5s910j>

Yikes.

I'm sorry everyone (John especially), but I won't be able to make the
gathering tonight.  I recall saying I'd be up for a meeting on the 2nd and
throwing up a suggestion of Chinese food (not literally), but I've been
preoccupied with RL work since I got back from the U.S. and I have to work
on a report over this weekend.

On the offchance you need advice on where to go or something, my home phone
number is 020 8692 7243.  Apart from nipping down to Lewisham for shopping
on Saturday, I'll be strapped to my computer over the weekend.

I wish I could send Sean Biggerstaff in my place, to make up for it...

Apologies and schnoogles,

NoShow!Neil

----- Original Message -----
From: "dracos_boyfriend" <dracos_boyfriend at ...>
To: <HPFGU-London at yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Friday, February 01, 2002 11:15 PM
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Tomorrow!


> I think we have me, John, Neil, Catherine and Michelle.
>
> Where are we meeting and when?  I texted you earlier, Catherine, but
> my phone seems a bit weird at the moment so I don't know if you got
> it.  Please tell us!  I'll be checking the group one last time
> tomorrow morning before we go.
>
> My mobile: 07951 782262
>
> Please, please let us know!
>
> Alex
>
>
>
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> HPFGU-London-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com
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>
>
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>
>
>





From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sat Feb  2 08:10:35 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Sat, 2 Feb 2002 08:10:35 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Tomorrow!
In-Reply-To: <a3f7ih+uj3e@...>
References: <a3f7ih+uj3e@...>
Message-ID: <23lFGCB775W8IwUj@...>

I did get your message, and tried to call you back (my phone doesn't 
like texting for some reason), but I couldn't get an answer.

Now Neil can't make it, we don't have to worry about finding vegetarian 
options, so we can go for John's dim sum if he wants to (although I'm 
not that keen).

Michelle suggested Waterstones on Piccadilly.  Why don't we meet there 
at 12 noon and decide from there where to go?

Catherine


In message <a3f7ih+uj3e at ...>, dracos_boyfriend 
<dracos_boyfriend at ...> writes
>I think we have me, John, Neil, Catherine and Michelle.
>Where are we meeting and when? I texted you earlier, Catherine, but
>my phone seems a bit weird at the moment so I don't know if you got
>it. Please tell us! I'll be checking the group one last time
>tomorrow morning before we go.
>
>My mobile: 07951 782262
>
>Please, please let us know!
>
>Alex
>
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From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Sat Feb  2 08:55:55 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Sat, 02 Feb 2002 08:55:55 -0000
Subject: Tomorrow!
In-Reply-To: <23lFGCB775W8IwUj@...>
Message-ID: <a3g9ir+kt7r@...>

That sounds great.  Sorry about phone problems.

Ooh, John's mobile - 07941 963729




From sinead at sineadsiobhan.yahoo.invalid  Fri Feb  8 23:55:24 2002
From: sinead at sineadsiobhan.yahoo.invalid (sineadsiobhan)
Date: Fri, 08 Feb 2002 23:55:24 -0000
Subject: Summer 2002 Encore...
In-Reply-To: <a2ang5+kl2b@...>
Message-ID: <a41ohc+qpfg@...>

Hey, 

I'm also applying for the Oxford program for 6 weeks in the summer. *
knock wood* hope I get in. 

The Summer Seminar runs from June 30 to August 9 so I'm hoping to take 
literary and history classes in 6 weeks (two classes, which I think 
shouldn't be too much for a 6 week program since one is only for four 
weeks). 

Right now I'm filling out the forms so wish me luck. 

Sinead 





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sat Feb  9 10:22:21 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sat, 9 Feb 2002 10:22:21 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Summer 2002 Encore...
References: <a41ohc+qpfg@...>
Message-ID: <00bb01c1b153$a95052a0$313670c2@c5s910j>

> I'm also applying for the Oxford program for 6 weeks in the summer. *
> knock wood* hope I get in. 
> 
> The Summer Seminar runs from June 30 to August 9 so I'm hoping to take 
> literary and history classes in 6 weeks (two classes, which I think 
> shouldn't be too much for a 6 week program since one is only for four 
> weeks). 
> 
> Right now I'm filling out the forms so wish me luck. 

Good luck... fingers crossed, Sinead!    

Neil





From cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid  Mon Feb 11 18:13:33 2002
From: cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid (cygnusff)
Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2002 18:13:33 -0000
Subject: Impromptu Oxford Meeting
Message-ID: <a491kd+3m7c@...>

I know it's short notice, but myself and two other guys from the 
Psychic Serpent list are organising a gathering in Oxford this 
Friday, from 5pm to 7pm (and maybe onwards). We will be meeting in a 
pub somewhere, so over-18s only. If you are interested, please email 
me.




From miss_hollygolightly at hollygolightly95.yahoo.invalid  Mon Feb 18 21:36:41 2002
From: miss_hollygolightly at hollygolightly95.yahoo.invalid (hollygolightly95)
Date: Mon, 18 Feb 2002 21:36:41 -0000
Subject: New here
Message-ID: <a4rs59+le1h@...>

Hi, 
Have just become a member - I live in NW London so was wondering if 
there are any members from around here. 
I admittedly started reading HP out of curiosity. In all the years I 
worked in book publishing (=6) I'd never come across a phenomenon 
like this (i.e. a children's book being devoured by adults) and 
wanted to know what the fuss was about. Of course I ended up 
completely hooked and now can't wait to read book 5. 
I'm still curious why it is that adults are so taken by HP. In my 
case I'm wondering if it has anything to do with the fact that I'm 
exactly the same age as JKR so have grown up in the same period. If 
you have any theories on that, please share!

Martine







From drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid  Thu Feb 28 04:44:42 2002
From: drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid (drifty_26)
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 04:44:42 -0000
Subject: New here
In-Reply-To: <a4rs59+le1h@...>
Message-ID: <a5kcjq+nt0m@...>

*debates whether or not to fib*
Alright, I'll be honest. I'm not actually in London. Yet, that is. I 
land at Heathrow in less than two weeks (13 March), so I thought I'd 
join this group now and start getting to know people. 

Some background info on myself? 
Well, I'm a 19yo Australian female who is either about to have the 
biggest adventure of her life or make the biggest mistake of her 
life. 

In a rather spur-of-the-moment decision, myself and a friend decided 
to up and move to the other side of the world. We bought plane 
tickets, called relatives, organised jobs etc, and by the time we 
actually sat down to think it through we were already committed to 
going. Ah well, such is life, and if I was any more excited about 
going I'd be in orbit.

I've been a HP4GU-er for about a year, but I'm one of those lurker-
type people whose real life is very inconsiderate and doesn't allow 
her nearly enough time to even read her mail, let alone write any!

<miss_hollygolightly at h...> wrote:
> Hi, Have just become a member
Hello! I've only just joined myself, so I don't think I'm qualified 
to say 'Welcome to the group'. But I'll say it anyway and we can be 
newbies together.

> I live in NW London so was wondering if there are any members from 
around here. 
I'm actually writing this from Brisbane, Australia. So I'm not 
technically a London-er and can therefore confidantly say 'No idea!'.


I'll stop hogging the spotlight now, and just finish by asking if 
there's any ever HP4GU-London RL meetings? Because I'd *love* to come!

Cheers,
Liz







From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Thu Feb 28 09:58:36 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 09:58:36 +0000
Subject: Welcome!
Message-ID: <4hBmDjBM9ff8Iw9D@...>

Hi,

Just a quick line to welcome both Martine and Liz to our group.   I'm 
sure I speak for everyone when I say that we'd love to meet both of you.

As to when, Neil is away (funnily enough, in Australia and New Zealand) 
for most of March, so if we arrange something for that month, he won't 
be gracing us with his presence.  So, we can either wait until he gets 
back and until Liz has had a chance to settle in (sometime in April), or 
we could have a small, impromptu meet before then, and have another when 
Neil gets back.

It's up to you guys - I'm easy!

Catherine




From miss_hollygolightly at hollygolightly95.yahoo.invalid  Thu Feb 28 11:36:00 2002
From: miss_hollygolightly at hollygolightly95.yahoo.invalid (Holly Golightly)
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 11:36:00 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Welcome!
Message-ID: <F1355AgjlIX08uuKqmc0000b357@...>

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From cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid  Thu Feb 28 12:52:38 2002
From: cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid (cygnusff)
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 12:52:38 -0000
Subject: Another Newbie
In-Reply-To: <a5kcjq+nt0m@...>
Message-ID: <a5l96m+2hks@...>

> Alright, I'll be honest. I'm not actually in London. Yet, that is. 
I 
> land at Heathrow in less than two weeks (13 March), so I thought 
I'd 
> join this group now and start getting to know people. 


Hi! Welcome to the group.

I'm new to the group as well, so hi everyone! I live in 
Gloucestershire but go to university in Oxford. If there's anyone on 
this group from around those areas, speak up now! :)


> Some background info on myself? 
> Well, I'm a 19yo Australian female who is either about to have the 
> biggest adventure of her life or make the biggest mistake of her 
> life. 
> 
> In a rather spur-of-the-moment decision, myself and a friend 
decided 
> to up and move to the other side of the world. We bought plane 
> tickets, called relatives, organised jobs etc, and by the time we 
> actually sat down to think it through we were already committed to 
> going. Ah well, such is life, and if I was any more excited about 
> going I'd be in orbit.


Wow, that sounds so exciting! I hope you enjoy your time here in 
England!

Anyway, how often is there a meeting? And are they always in London? 
(If they are, that could be a problem for me to get to. But I'll try 
to be there in any case).

Cygnus




From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Thu Feb 28 14:18:30 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 14:18:30 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Another Newbie
In-Reply-To: <a5l96m+2hks@...>
References: <a5kcjq+nt0m@...> <a5l96m+2hks@...>
Message-ID: <j9$gk4A2wjf8IweG@...>

Welcome again!

In answer to your question, we do seem to be meeting up several times a 
year, and since I've been with the group, we've ranged from sight seeing 
in Greenwich (*waves at Linda and her family*), meeting in London which 
have ranged from Dim Sum and a comfy pub, dinner, more drinks,  a 
barbecue at my house last summer (lots of food and drinks) - some of us 
also saw the film together preview weekend, and got together on November 
16 as well.

We've met in Oxford - once before I joined the group and again last 
summer because some American members were studying there, and it was 
convenient. So meeting in Oxford isn't out of the question either 
(although less likely over the next couple of months, as London seems 
fairly accessible/central for most people who meet up).

We find that we very rarely have exactly the same crowd each time - and 
if someone is here from overseas or a more remote part of the UK, we try 
to get together then.

So, we should try and arrange something, yes?

Catherine



In message <a5l96m+2hks at ...>, cygnusff <cygnusff at ...> 
writes
>> Alright, I'll be honest. I'm not actually in London. Yet, that is.
>I
>> land at Heathrow in less than two weeks (13 March), so I thought
>I'd
>> join this group now and start getting to know people.
>
>
>Hi! Welcome to the group.
>
>I'm new to the group as well, so hi everyone! I live in
>Gloucestershire but go to university in Oxford. If there's anyone on
>this group from around those areas, speak up now! :)
>Anyway, how often is there a meeting? And are they always in London?
>(If they are, that could be a problem for me to get to. But I'll try
>to be there in any case).
>
>Cygnus
>
>
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From frances at forever.u-net.com  Thu Feb 28 14:45:26 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (Frances Ball)
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 14:45:26 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Another Newbie
Message-ID: <E16gRqK-0003j9-00@...1.u-net.net>

Hi, I'm Frances and I've been with the group for a while.

I'm from near Southampton, down on the south coast and would be interested
in joining in with any meeting that is arranged. It would be great to meet
up with some fellow fans

Frances



From john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid  Thu Feb 28 16:16:29 2002
From: john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid (John Walton)
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 16:16:29 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Another Newbie
In-Reply-To: <j9$gk4A2wjf8IweG@...>
Message-ID: <B8A4085C.B6BA%john@...>

*waves at list* Welcome, all!

I'm in St Andrews, perched on the tip of Fife and almost falling into the
North Sea. If there are any other residents of Scotland on-list, or if you
all would like to travel up to Edinburgh (cheap flights via Luton and
Stansted and Gatwick now, or the train only takes 5 hours) and visit
Nicolsons, the cafe where JKR is reputed to have written most of HP, do
shout out.

Alternatively, I shall try to make it down to London for anything you all
organise if someone can find me a bit of floor space or even a spare bed!

Cheers,

--John

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From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu Feb 28 20:35:58 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (flyingfordanglia)
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 20:35:58 -0000
Subject: Hi new people!
Message-ID: <a5m4be+p22n@...>

I *must* remember to check this list once in a while, rather than 
wait until Catherine mentions that someone has posted something.

Just a quick 'hello' to all the newbies here!  Looking forward to 
seeing you at future meetings in London, Oxford or places roundabouts.

I only recall one Oxford meeting, by the way.  We were entertained by 
all-female sword dancing troupes in a pub and Simon showed us where 
he pretended to study Maths.  We met some nice people just that once, 
after which they vanished without a trace ... but don't let that put 
you off.    

Neil













From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Thu Feb 28 23:13:24 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2002 23:13:24 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Welcome!
References: <4hBmDjBM9ff8Iw9D@...>
Message-ID: <003101c1c0ad$85b6a7e0$38f2883e@Michelle>


As to when, Neil is away (funnily enough, in Australia and New Zealand) 
for most of March, so if we arrange something for that month, he won't 
be gracing us with his presence.  So, we can either wait until he gets 
back and until Liz has had a chance to settle in (sometime in April), or 
we could have a small, impromptu meet before then, and have another when 
Neil gets back.

I'd like to say Welcome too ! I am up for a meeting, depending ont he date as well ! I shall be moving sometime in the middle of March ( solicitors willing ! ), but would love to meet up if I can !

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From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Fri Mar  1 00:23:32 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Fri, 1 Mar 2002 00:23:32 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Hi new people!
References: <a5m4be+p22n@...>
Message-ID: <008701c1c0b7$52146120$253470c2@c5s910j>

Martine mentioned she's out of the country between 11 and 22 March, and, for
info, I'm away from 8 - 25 March.  For me, early April would be good, but I
guess you don't *have* to wait for me to get back.  If you do meet up
without me, I will sulk and jump up and down in a great big strop, but since
I'll be on other side of the planet, you probably won't notice much more
than a slight tremor...

Neil :-)

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Subject: [HPFGU-London] Hi new people!


> I *must* remember to check this list once in a while, rather than
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> all-female sword dancing troupes in a pub and Simon showed us where
> he pretended to study Maths.  We met some nice people just that once,
> after which they vanished without a trace ... but don't let that put
> you off.
>
> Neil
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From drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid  Fri Mar  1 07:33:06 2002
From: drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid (Elizabeth Clayton)
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2002 07:33:06 +0000
Subject: Newbies - Welcome! etc
Message-ID: <F73XaDFuXCpU6q5ijb100000442@...>

G'day all.

>From: Catherine Coleman <catherine at ...>
>Just a quick line to welcome both Martine and Liz to our group.
Thank you very much, to everyone.

>So, we can either wait until he gets back and until Liz has had a chance to 
>settle in (sometime in April), or we could have a small, impromptu meet 
>before then, and have another when Neil gets back.

April sounds good to me. For future reference, I'm going to be working & 
living in a pub - not sure of the location, yet - with 2 days off a week. So 
I'll probably be pretty flexible. I'll also be having some time off around 
June, and travelling around the UK.

If, however, I end up living close to someone else on the list, I would 
definitly be up for a quick coffee or something when I first arrive. I have, 
roughly, ten million relatives in England, but none that live in London 
proper. So it would be nice to know someone. And you never know, there could 
be free beer in it for you!

Just out of interest, Neil - where in Australia will you be visiting?

Bye,
Liz

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From sjbranford at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid  Fri Mar  1 10:01:05 2002
From: sjbranford at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid (sjbranford)
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2002 10:01:05 -0000
Subject: Hi new people!
In-Reply-To: <a5m4be+p22n@...>
Message-ID: <a5njh1+2ao3@...>

Hello to all the new people around here.

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "flyingfordanglia" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> I only recall one Oxford meeting, by the way.  We were entertained 
> by all-female sword dancing troupes in a pub and Simon showed us 
> where he pretended to study Maths.  We met some nice people just 
> that once, after which they vanished without a trace ... but don't 
> let that put you off.    

I am upset that Neil suggests that I only ever 'pretended to study 
maths'. I did study mathematics there for about a year and a half. It 
was after that that I pretended to be doing something degree related 
while really doing other stuff instead (oddly I could mention that 
this roughly coincided with my entry into the HP fandom, but in 
reality this was a result and not a cause of me doing little work).

There is some rumour going around that one of the people that made 
that Oxford visit may be returning again this summer :)


I fear that a meet up sometime soon for me is out of the question. 
Life is a little busy at the moment and I see few free days between 
now and mid April. Will however look into meeting people if (or 
probably more correctky when) we have a meet in the summer.


Simon




From sjbranford at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid  Fri Mar  1 10:00:44 2002
From: sjbranford at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid (sjbranford)
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2002 10:00:44 -0000
Subject: Hi new people!
In-Reply-To: <a5m4be+p22n@...>
Message-ID: <a5njgc+j41e@...>

Hello to all the new people around here.

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "flyingfordanglia" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> I only recall one Oxford meeting, by the way.  We were entertained 
> by all-female sword dancing troupes in a pub and Simon showed us 
> where he pretended to study Maths.  We met some nice people just 
> that once, after which they vanished without a trace ... but don't 
> let that put you off.    

I am upset that Neil suggests that I only ever 'pretended to study 
maths'. I did study mathematics there for about a year and a half. It 
was after that that I pretended to be doing something degree related 
while really doing other stuff instead (oddly I could mention that 
this roughly coincided with my entry into the HP fandom, but in 
reality this was a result and not a cause of me doing little work).

There is some rumour going around that one of the people that made 
that Oxford visit may be returning again this summer :)


I fear that a meet up sometime soon for me is out of the question. 
Life is a little busy at the moment and I see few free days between 
now and mid April. Will however look into meeting people if (or 
probably more correctky when) we have a meet in the summer.


Simon




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Fri Mar  1 14:20:03 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (flyingfordanglia)
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2002 14:20:03 -0000
Subject: Newbies - Welcome! etc
In-Reply-To: <F73XaDFuXCpU6q5ijb100000442@...>
Message-ID: <a5o2mj+ebrt@...>

Liz asked:

> Just out of interest, Neil - where in Australia will you be 
visiting?

Melbourne.

Neil




From annabean77 at diva_at_rest.yahoo.invalid  Sun Mar  3 20:50:43 2002
From: annabean77 at diva_at_rest.yahoo.invalid (Anna Weber)
Date: Sun, 03 Mar 2002 14:50:43 -0600
Subject: Oxford Groupies
Message-ID: <F236KnVDTaa2bXa69Fu0000dce3@...>

Hello to all!

   Neil's email about last summer's meeting (justly) guilted me into 
writing!  I met with several of you last summer and had the honor of 
experiencing both the lovely sword dancing ladies and Simon's home base.  It 
was a wonderful time and I have told all sorts of stories about you all 
since I have been home.

   The last semester has been kind of crazy so I had to put the mailing 
lists to rest for a while. Hopefully I will get the opportunity to return.  
I am working at a theater in Florida alllll summer long, but I still have my 
eye on going back to europe at the first chance!!!

  kudos and thanks to all for a great time- Anna

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From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Sun Mar  3 22:18:00 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Sun, 03 Mar 2002 22:18:00 -0000
Subject: ::delurks and waves::
Message-ID: <a5u7eo+nbj4@...>

I don't think I've ever seen this list quite so busy.  Hi, new 
folks!  I'm in Brighton myself, but I *haven't* missed a single meet 
up in this group's history, so am kind of a regular.  London's about 
my financial limit to get to as far as meet ups in the near future 
are concerned (am a poor student), although if we get a warm summer 
this year, a meet up down here in Brighton, if people fancy it, might 
be nice too.  I'm certainly up for something in the near future, 
March or April sound good.

Alex




From cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid  Mon Mar  4 01:01:19 2002
From: cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid (cygnusff)
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 2002 01:01:19 -0000
Subject: Hi everyone!
Message-ID: <a5uh0v+c06e@...>

Wow, what an active list! Although I gather it's not always been this 
way...:D

Count me in as a possible for any HP!meeting in London. For the 1st 
half of April I'm away, but the summer sounds good. Late April and 
May are possible times; I don't know yet.

And there are a few guys from the HP Psych list who might be 
interested in a meeting. They're Oxford and Middlesbrough-based.



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From chris at lurkwarbler.yahoo.invalid  Mon Mar  4 01:15:02 2002
From: chris at lurkwarbler.yahoo.invalid (Chris M. Dickson)
Date: Mon, 4 Mar 2002 01:15:02 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Hi everyone!
In-Reply-To: <a5uh0v+c06e@...>
References: <a5uh0v+c06e@...>
Message-ID: <4r5yyiEWqsg8EwMf@...>

In message <a5uh0v+c06e at ...>, cygnusff <cygnusff at ...>
writes
>And there are a few guys from the HP Psych list who might be
>interested in a meeting. They're Oxford and Middlesbrough-based.

I am the latter of these guys. (Hello!) Normally I tend to keep quiet
because, after all, this is HPFGU-London rather than HPFGU-UK. That
said, I tend to get down to London and Oxford a couple of times a year;
if one of my visits coincided with a HP event then I would be keen to
attend.

And, er, if there's anyone else from the North-East with a similarly
flexible attitude to the location of London, kindly drop me a line...
Chris

-- 
  Chris M. Dickson, Middlesbrough, Great Britain; chris at ...
(Middlesbrough's exactly half-way between Platform 9 3/4 and Hogwarts, y'know)



From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Tue Mar  5 22:05:51 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 2002 22:05:51 -0000
Subject: Hi all
Message-ID: <a63ffv+b238@...>

Oop, turn my back for a few days and you all come out to play.

Welcome all new people!

I am never free, so of course I would like to come to a meeting.

How do the Easter hols sound for everyone?  Or is that particularly 
bad, parents tied up with sticky offspring, students off to obscure 
places like NYC?

David




From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Fri Mar  8 14:11:34 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Fri, 08 Mar 2002 14:11:34 -0000
Subject: Hi all
In-Reply-To: <a63ffv+b238@...>
Message-ID: <a6agqm+md5e@...>

David ... "How do the Easter hols sound for everyone?  Or is that 
particularly bad, parents tied up with sticky offspring, students off 
to obscure places like NYC?"

NYC ain't till September.  I'm at home in London for the week around 
Easter itself, so that's the best time for me, any other date and I'd 
have to do some travelling, but am quite flexible.  Brighton to 
Victoria is only a tenner.

Alex




From cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid  Fri Mar  8 14:47:03 2002
From: cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid (Cygnus)
Date: Fri, 8 Mar 2002 06:47:03 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Hi all
In-Reply-To: <a6agqm+md5e@...>
Message-ID: <20020308144703.49431.qmail@...>

I probably won't be able to make an Easter excursion.
I'm visiting Poland from 28th March to 13th April, and
after that I've got to prepare for university
start-of-term tests. Before that I'll be earning money
to fund my university lifesytle of expensive
restaurants, kebabs and kitchen appliances. :D  And
that will require a lot of working. Maybe I should
spend less...


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From drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid  Sun Mar 10 23:04:37 2002
From: drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid (drifty_26)
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 2002 23:04:37 -0000
Subject: Arriving soon!
Message-ID: <a6goq5+5hem@...>

I've finally got my job in London sorted out, 24 hours before I leave!
I'll be working in a pub/hotel in Ealing, called the Fox and Goose. 
Anyone know anything about it? - although anything bad I really would 
prefer not to hear :p
And does anyone live around there that would like to meet for coffee 
or something? I'm not sure how often I'll be able to check my email, 
hopefully enough so that I'm not hopelessly behind in everything.

Liz




From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Mon Mar 18 00:59:23 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2002 00:59:23 -0000
Subject: Any movement on a meet?
Message-ID: <a73e5b+mrnk@...>

Are we still up for planning and setting dates over the next few 
weeks.  It'd be nice to be able to see everyone before I get all 
carried away with exams and essay deadlines.

Alex




From judyshapiro at judyserenity.yahoo.invalid  Tue Mar 19 23:37:36 2002
From: judyshapiro at judyserenity.yahoo.invalid (judyserenity)
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 2002 23:37:36 -0000
Subject: Any movement on a meet?
In-Reply-To: <a73e5b+mrnk@...>
Message-ID: <a78i40+9c0j@...>

Alex wrote:
> Are we still up for planning and setting dates over the next few 
> weeks.  It'd be nice to be able to see everyone before I get all 
> carried away with exams and essay deadlines.

Hi, Alex! This is my first post on the London group.  I'm sometimes 
fairly active on the main list (when I have the time), where I mostly 
say what a great guy Snape is.  I'm a List Elf on the main list, too.

I live in the US (Michigan), but I plan to make my first trip to 
England in mid-April.  I plan to spend at least three days in London, 
probably April 12, 13, and 14.  So, from my point of view, it would be 
great if a meet was planned for then.  Of course, I am also very 
interested in meeting participants here individually, if a group meet 
doesn't work out.

Judy

 





From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Thu Mar 21 12:02:45 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 2002 12:02:45 -0000
Subject: Any movement on a meet?
In-Reply-To: <a78i40+9c0j@...>
Message-ID: <a7ci55+emhq@...>

Judy wrote:

> I plan to make my first trip to England in mid-April.

*First* trip, eh?  You do know about haggling with the taxi drivers, 
don't you?

> I plan to spend at least three days in London, probably April 12, 
13, and 14.  

At present, I can do those dates, the 12th in the evening only.

David




From kitkat_chewitt at kittykattykitkat.yahoo.invalid  Tue Mar 26 14:59:11 2002
From: kitkat_chewitt at kittykattykitkat.yahoo.invalid (kittykattykitkat)
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 2002 14:59:11 -0000
Subject: hey all
Message-ID: <a7q2bv+i3e2@...>

I'm new to this group and just thought I would pop up and say hi
:)
where are you all from?

Katie
-is there anyone on this group who I already speak to btw?




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Tue Mar 26 17:16:27 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 2002 17:16:27 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] hey all
References: <a7q2bv+i3e2@...>
Message-ID: <002701c1d4e9$f76d79e0$883470c2@c5s910j>

Katie said:

> I'm new to this group and just thought I would pop up and say hi
> :)
> where are you all from?


Hi Katie and welcome to the group!  I'm in London (SE13).  Where are you?

Keep an eye on the list, as we'll be having another gathering soon.

Neil 





From miss_hollygolightly at hollygolightly95.yahoo.invalid  Wed Mar 27 08:49:33 2002
From: miss_hollygolightly at hollygolightly95.yahoo.invalid (Holly Golightly)
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 2002 08:49:33 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] hey all
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From kitkat_chewitt at kittykattykitkat.yahoo.invalid  Wed Mar 27 15:39:58 2002
From: kitkat_chewitt at kittykattykitkat.yahoo.invalid (kitkat chewitt)
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 2002 15:39:58 +0000
Subject: hey all
Message-ID: <F182H9CfYcRuqGReYAD00018241@...>

Neil said:

>Hi Katie and welcome to the group!  I'm in London (SE13).  Where are >you?

>Keep an eye on the list, as we'll be having another gathering soon.

thanx
Right now I'm in Sheffield, but my mum lives in London and I'll actually be 
in London next week. I doubt that I would actually be able to meet anyone, 
but nice to keep my options open :)

Katie




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From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu Apr  4 20:16:51 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Thu, 4 Apr 2002 21:16:51 +0100
Subject: Sat 13th April for next meeting
Message-ID: <004401c1dc15$a8a516a0$953470c2@c5s910j>

Hi everyone,

Judy Shapiro (Judy Serenity) is visiting the UK in just over a week's time,
so we have set a date for our next London meeting to tie in with her time
here.  The plan is to meet on Saturday 13th April, at a place still to be
determined.  I believe David has suggested we meet Judy at 5pm, but I guess
we could shift that if it causes difficulty for anyone, or meet earlier (and
meet Judy later, if needs be).   Unfortunately, I didn't get round to
posting this before Judy left, but she has phone contacts for several of us.

I think the following people are able to attend.

Judy
Neil
David
Catherine
Michelle

**

Could everyone else who might be able to make this meeting sign their names
underneath and repost?

Is Elisabeth Clayton (our Australian member) in London yet?  If so,
Elisabeth, is the 13th good for you?

Martine: I hope this date's good for you, too.  I know you wanted us to wait
until you returned from your trip.

Thanks.  Suggestions for venues gratefully received.  I think we'd like to
eat food at some point, but nothing elaborate...

Neil





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu Apr  4 20:27:58 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Thu, 4 Apr 2002 21:27:58 +0100
Subject: Dating list?
Message-ID: <004e01c1dc17$35f51fe0$953470c2@c5s910j>

Incidentally, for those of you who are wondering, this is not a dating list.
Somehow, the category for the group has been changed from "Friends" to
"Dating," which is why you now get an 'over 18 only' warning before entering
the site.   I say "somehow," but I have a pretty good idea how it happened.
I've reported the matter to Yahoo, but they have yet to respond.

I should add that if any of you *do* want to date each other, please go
ahead.

"Neil, playful 40, own teeth, gsoh, seeks vengeance"





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu Apr  4 20:46:24 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (flyingfordanglia)
Date: Thu, 04 Apr 2002 20:46:24 -0000
Subject: Dating list?
In-Reply-To: <004e01c1dc17$35f51fe0$953470c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <a8ie30+ngrk@...>

Okay, it looks like they've fixed it.  We've been moved 
from "Romance: Dating" to "Groups: Groups" which we share with, among 
others, subgroups of "Geeks", "Greasers", "Idiots", "Men", "Soccer 
Hooligans" and "Tall People".

Neil, who wonders if "Greasers" includes any Snape fangroups.





From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Fri Apr  5 12:17:33 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Fri, 05 Apr 2002 12:17:33 -0000
Subject: Sat 13th April for next meeting
In-Reply-To: <004401c1dc15$a8a516a0$953470c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <a8k4kt+abah@...>

Neilwrote:
> Hi everyone,
> 
> Judy Shapiro (Judy Serenity) is visiting the UK in just over a 
week's time,
> so we have set a date for our next London meeting to tie in with 
her time
> here.  The plan is to meet on Saturday 13th April, at a place still 
to be
> determined.  I believe David has suggested we meet Judy at 5pm, but 
I guess
> we could shift that if it causes difficulty for anyone, or meet 
earlier (and
> meet Judy later, if needs be).   Unfortunately, I didn't get round 
to
> posting this before Judy left, but she has phone contacts for 
several of us.

Just to explain.  I was concerned that Judy might be incommunicado 
from yesterday, so after rapid consultation with Catherine, suggested 
a default time and place in case we didn't manage to hear from each 
other again.  That was the coffee shop at the exit from Charing X 
Station opposite Platform 6, at 5 on Sat 13/4.  Judy replied, so she 
knows.  (How she will recognise us, and we her, remains a problem to 
be solved.  I suggest maroon velvet dress robes, with the Hogwarts 
crest clearly visible.  Lace cuffs optional.)

However, it's not meant to be the final answer - it's just my hurried 
best guess at what I could make, it is not constrained by Judy, and 
other suggestions are welcome; I believe Judy is contactable in 
Amsterdam.

David




From Aberforths_Goat at aberforths_goat.yahoo.invalid  Fri Apr  5 13:52:10 2002
From: Aberforths_Goat at aberforths_goat.yahoo.invalid (Aberforth's Goat)
Date: Fri, 5 Apr 2002 15:52:10 +0200
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Dating list?
References: <004e01c1dc17$35f51fe0$953470c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <003001c1dca9$170d0ec0$0200a8c0@shasta>

> "Neil, playful 40, own teeth, gsoh, seeks vengeance"

No, you don't all have to run and hide - I'm home in Switzerland
and staying put - but my curiosity has got the better of me: what
the heck is a "gsoh"? Is it something I could possess, or be, or
purchase - and would it be Unfortunate if my wife finds out that
I'm hanging about in the internet talking about them?

Baaaaaa!

Aberforth's Goat (a.k.a. Mike Gray)
_______________________

"Of course, I'm not entirely sure he can read, so that
may not have been bravery...."







From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Fri Apr  5 14:08:26 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Fri, 05 Apr 2002 14:08:26 -0000
Subject: Dating list?
In-Reply-To: <003001c1dca9$170d0ec0$0200a8c0@shasta>
Message-ID: <a8kb4q+54k2@...>

Mike - it's lonely hearts column lingo for 'good sense of humour' ... 
an acronym, basically.  We kinda hoped you probably already **do** 
have a sense of humour.  And of course, I'd make a corresponding joke 
about Neil ... but I can't think of one, so I'll spare us all the 
agony.

April 13th sounds pretty good.  Will try and be there.

Alex




From drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid  Sat Apr  6 14:48:01 2002
From: drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid (Elizabeth Clayton)
Date: Sat, 06 Apr 2002 14:48:01 +0000
Subject: Sat 13th April for next meeting
Message-ID: <F58kvdJyPdBNZ24ggtR00016d78@...>

Hello!
Yes, I'm here, for just on two weeks so far. The 13th sounds good for me, 
and I will probably bring my friend Phillip along if nobody has any 
objections?

And anybody who wants to give me step by step instructions on how to get to 
said coffee shop, it would be very much appreciated indeed.

Cheers,
Elisabeth.


_________________________________________________________________
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From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Sat Apr  6 17:26:23 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Sat, 6 Apr 2002 18:26:23 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Sat 13th April for next meeting
References: <004401c1dc15$a8a516a0$953470c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <001501c1dd90$75319f60$439801d4@book>

> Judy
> Neil
> David
> Catherine
> Michelle
> 
Yes, will be there. 

Michelle




From judyshapiro at judyserenity.yahoo.invalid  Sat Apr  6 23:35:33 2002
From: judyshapiro at judyserenity.yahoo.invalid (judyserenity)
Date: Sat, 06 Apr 2002 23:35:33 -0000
Subject: Sat 13th April for next meeting  --    I'm here
In-Reply-To: <004401c1dc15$a8a516a0$953470c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <a8o0o5+htpt@...>

Hello!  Thanks very much for scheduling the meet when I can make it.  

I haven't been able to get into my email (not sure what the problem is), but obviously, I have web access.  I'm not going to be on much, because I'm borrowing a computer from someone who needs it for doing work.  But, I can check here and see what the plans for a meet are.

Saturday the 13th sounds good. Really, I'm open to just about any reaonable time and place to meet.  The 5 pm time that was proposed is fine, but I could do a different time if others would prefer it.

I'm not sure how to recognize each other, either. I seem to have forgotten to pack the maroon dress robes.  But, we can worry about that once we're definate about the time/place.

Judy

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Neil Ward" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> Hi everyone,
> 
> Judy Shapiro (Judy Serenity) is visiting the UK in just over a week's time,
> so we have set a date for our next London meeting to tie in with her time
> here.  The plan is to meet on Saturday 13th April, at a place still to be
> determined.  I believe David has suggested we meet Judy at 5pm, but I guess
> we could shift that if it causes difficulty for anyone, or meet earlier (and
> meet Judy later, if needs be).   Unfortunately, I didn't get round to
> posting this before Judy left, but she has phone contacts for several of us.
> 
> I think the following people are able to attend.
> 
> Judy
> Neil
> David
> Catherine
> Michelle
> 
> **
> 
> Could everyone else who might be able to make this meeting sign their names
> underneath and repost?
> 
> Is Elisabeth Clayton (our Australian member) in London yet?  If so,
> Elisabeth, is the 13th good for you?
> 
> Martine: I hope this date's good for you, too.  I know you wanted us to wait
> until you returned from your trip.
> 
> Thanks.  Suggestions for venues gratefully received.  I think we'd like to
> eat food at some point, but nothing elaborate...
> 
> Neil




From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sun Apr  7 18:45:19 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (catorman)
Date: Sun, 07 Apr 2002 18:45:19 -0000
Subject: Sat 13th April for next meeting
In-Reply-To: <F58kvdJyPdBNZ24ggtR00016d78@...>
Message-ID: <a8q43v+j93e@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Elizabeth Clayton" <drifty26 at h...> wrote:
> Hello!
> Yes, I'm here, for just on two weeks so far. The 13th sounds good 
for me, 
> and I will probably bring my friend Phillip along if nobody has any 
> objections?
> 
> And anybody who wants to give me step by step instructions on how 
to get to 
> said coffee shop, it would be very much appreciated indeed.
> 
> Cheers,
> Elisabeth.


Glad you can make it, and feel free to bring Philip along (very 
sensible when meeting us crazed internet types for the first time!)

If you tell me where exactly you are coming from, I can send you 
exact instructions on how to get to the coffee shop.  Otherwise, if 
you have an A-Z and can get to Charing Cross Station, you can't miss 
it.  It is now the only coffee shop on the Platform 6 side of the 
station.

Meeting time:  If anyone would rather make it earlier, and then pick 
everyone else up at 5pm, let me know.  I don't want to stay out too 
late on Saturday as I have MIL staying and afternoon/early evening is 
better for me.

Judy:  I'm not mailing you direct, as I'm not sure you can access 
it.  If you want to do anything daytime on Friday, I'm available 
afterall, as MIL doesn't arrive until 4.50.

Catherine




From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sun Apr  7 18:53:05 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (catorman)
Date: Sun, 07 Apr 2002 18:53:05 -0000
Subject: Recognition.
Message-ID: <a8q4ih+1rf7@...>

Meant to add this to my previous message, in light of Judy's worries 
about recognising us.

For those of you who haven't met any of us before, there are photos 
in the files section of myself, Neil, Michelle and Al, amongst 
others, so you could probably recognise us from those.  

Of course, I could just make Neil carry a placard or something, but I 
don't know whether he'd be amenable...


Catherine





From simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid  Sun Apr  7 20:33:31 2002
From: simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid (Simon)
Date: Sun, 7 Apr 2002 21:33:31 +0100
Subject: Sat 13th April for next meeting
In-Reply-To: <1018114232.222.68338.m12@yahoogroups.com>
Message-ID: <LOBBLGEGEBLNEOFHCDINEENJEIAA.simon.hp@...>

Michelle (aka Pingu):
>Yes, will be there.

:(

Can't make it (have arranged to go to Oxford for the day (I am sure this
happened last time as well) and cannot change plans to divert to London
instead). Oh well will try to be around for the next one. April and May seem to
be busy months for me; things keep getting arranged on the days I originally
thought were going to be free.


Simon




From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Mon Apr  8 19:45:18 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Mon, 8 Apr 2002 20:45:18 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Sat 13th April for next meeting
References: <a8q43v+j93e@...>
Message-ID: <000f01c1df35$ea785560$a48e01d4@book>



  Meeting time:  If anyone would rather make it earlier, and then pick 
  everyone else up at 5pm, let me know.  I don't want to stay out too 
  late on Saturday as I have MIL staying and afternoon/early evening is 
  better for me.


  Would prefer earlier too - have to travel back on my own and would prefer to avoid the Saturday night revellers ! Let ma know what time you're thinking of !



  Michelle




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From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Tue Apr  9 14:01:17 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Tue, 09 Apr 2002 14:01:17 -0000
Subject: Recognition.
In-Reply-To: <a8q4ih+1rf7@...>
Message-ID: <a8us7d+tvm5@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "catorman" <catherine at c...> wrote:

> For those of you who haven't met any of us before, there are photos 
> in the files section of myself, Neil, Michelle and Al, amongst 
> others, so you could probably recognise us from those.  
> 
> Of course, I could just make Neil carry a placard or something, but 
I 
> don't know whether he'd be amenable...

Or you could just apply the Dursley test: anyone who Vernon would 
cross the road to avoid is probably someone you'd want to meet, if 
not an actual HPFGUer

David, happy to try for an earlier time too




From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Tue Apr  9 20:10:10 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Tue, 9 Apr 2002 21:10:10 +0100
Subject: * Problem *
Message-ID: <001601c1e002$b81dc640$4e9501d4@book>

I am still coming on Saturday, but my family is not happy with me getting a train back on a Saturday night, so they have asked me to book a cab. Does anyone know what time and roughly where we'll finish up ? I need to know sometime during tomorrow so I can book things up....

Thanks !

Michelle


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From judyshapiro at judyserenity.yahoo.invalid  Wed Apr 10 08:23:06 2002
From: judyshapiro at judyserenity.yahoo.invalid (judyserenity)
Date: Wed, 10 Apr 2002 08:23:06 -0000
Subject: * Problem *
In-Reply-To: <001601c1e002$b81dc640$4e9501d4@book>
Message-ID: <a90spa+ktno@...>

Well, it looks like several people want to meet earlier.  That's fine
with me.  I probably won't be online again before Saturday, but I
have telephone numbers for several people and will telephone to get
details. 

Since Michelle needs to get home fairly early, how about we meet at
noon or early afternoon, get lunch, and then go sightseeing? 

Judy

 --- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Michelle Apostolides" 
<michelleapostolides at y...> wrote:
> I am still coming on Saturday, but my family is not happy with me
getting a train back on a Saturday night, so they have asked me to
book a cab. Does anyone know what time and roughly where we'll finish
up ? I need to know sometime during tomorrow so I can book things
up....
> 
> Thanks !
> 
> Michelle
> 
> 
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]




From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Wed Apr 10 09:21:34 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Wed, 10 Apr 2002 10:21:34 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: * Problem *
References: <a90spa+ktno@...>
Message-ID: <000701c1e071$3e6c5d60$969401d4@book>

  Well, it looks like several people want to meet earlier.  That's fine
  with me.  I probably won't be online again before Saturday, but I
  have telephone numbers for several people and will telephone to get
  details. 

  Since Michelle needs to get home fairly early, how about we meet at
  noon or early afternoon, get lunch, and then go sightseeing? 




  That sounds good. I don't mind an evening meet, just need to make plans to get back from it....


  Michelle



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From frances at forever.u-net.com  Wed Apr 10 18:46:03 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (frances_j_potter)
Date: Wed, 10 Apr 2002 18:46:03 -0000
Subject: * Problem *
In-Reply-To: <000701c1e071$3e6c5d60$969401d4@book>
Message-ID: <a9219b+116kc@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Michelle Apostolides" <
michelleapostolides at y...> wrote:
>   Since Michelle needs to get home fairly early, how about we meet at
>   noon or early afternoon, get lunch, and then go sightseeing? 

Hi everyone
If you are going to meet earlier in the day, I'd love to join you all 
if that is okay (5pm is a bit late when traveling home on one's own).

Look forward to final plans
Thanks
Frances





From judyshapiro at judyserenity.yahoo.invalid  Wed Apr 10 21:23:00 2002
From: judyshapiro at judyserenity.yahoo.invalid (judyserenity)
Date: Wed, 10 Apr 2002 21:23:00 -0000
Subject: My London Contact Info
Message-ID: <a92afk+gtnq@...>

Hello; I may not have email access before Saturday. So, here is where I will stay in London.  Catherine, I will try to call you tomorrow; please call me if you don't hear from me.

Hotel Earls Court
28 Warwick Road
Earls Court
London SW5 9UD
Tel: +44(0)20-7373-7079
Tel: +44(0)20-7373-0302




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Wed Apr 10 21:38:51 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Wed, 10 Apr 2002 22:38:51 +0100
Subject: Where to go and when...
References: <a9219b+116kc@...>
Message-ID: <006101c1e0d8$1eea16a0$ba3670c2@c5s910j>

How about meeting at 2pm, at the same coffee shop previously suggested?

As to our moves after that, I suggest a gentle wander through or around
Covent Garden and perhaps a visit to Neal's Yard for some food (perhaps
here?: http://www.nealsyardsaladbar.co.uk/).  If that's busy, there are
plenty of pubs etc. in that area.   I like the sound of this Gastro Pub, as
it has an "enhancing mirror" on the stairs: The Corner Store Gastro Pub:
http://www.coventgardenlife.com/places.asp?id='189').

Any other suggestions?

Neil











From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Thu Apr 11 08:57:24 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (catorman)
Date: Thu, 11 Apr 2002 08:57:24 -0000
Subject: Where to go and when...
In-Reply-To: <006101c1e0d8$1eea16a0$ba3670c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <a93j5k+i2j3@...>

Hi all,

This sounds fine to me.  2pm would be much better, and it would mean 
other people (Frances, Michelle) wouldn't have such problems.

The places you mentioned seem fine, Neil.  Another suggestion is the 
Pitcher and Piano - we met there with John recently, and during the 
day there are lots of comfy sofas available, and it's pretty quiet - 
good for sitting down and having a natter, anyway.

Catherine


--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Neil Ward" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> How about meeting at 2pm, at the same coffee shop previously 
suggested?
> 
> As to our moves after that, I suggest a gentle wander through or 
around
> Covent Garden and perhaps a visit to Neal's Yard for some food 
(perhaps
> here?: http://www.nealsyardsaladbar.co.uk/).  If that's busy, there 
are
> plenty of pubs etc. in that area.   I like the sound of this Gastro 
Pub, as
> it has an "enhancing mirror" on the stairs: The Corner Store Gastro 
Pub:
> http://www.coventgardenlife.com/places.asp?id='189').
> 
> Any other suggestions?
> 
> Neil




From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Thu Apr 11 09:38:30 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Thu, 11 Apr 2002 09:38:30 -0000
Subject: Where to go and when...
In-Reply-To: <a93j5k+i2j3@...>
Message-ID: <a93lim+93h1@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "catorman" <catherine at c...> wrote:
> Hi all,
> 
> This sounds fine to me.  2pm would be much better, and it would 
mean 
> other people (Frances, Michelle) wouldn't have such problems.
> 
> The places you mentioned seem fine, Neil.  Another suggestion is 
the 
> Pitcher and Piano - we met there with John recently, and during the 
> day there are lots of comfy sofas available, and it's pretty quiet -
 
> good for sitting down and having a natter, anyway.
> 
> Catherine
> 
OK by me.  If I have to be a litle late I will let you know and we 
can do the old homing-by-mobile trick.

David




From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Thu Apr 11 21:31:16 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (catorman)
Date: Thu, 11 Apr 2002 21:31:16 -0000
Subject: Saturday.  Final plans?
Message-ID: <a94vb4+h3st@...>

There seems to be some agreement that an earlier time would be better 
for Saturday.

Therefore, can I confirm with you all that the meeting time will be 
2pm?  Same meeting place - the coffee shop nearest Platform 6 at 
Charing Cross.

It has occurred to me that I am not sure which coffee shop David is 
referring to.  The coffee shop which was actually on the concourse is 
no more, and is now a Body Shop.  However, if you leave the concourse 
via the corridor which leads to the outside (Strand side) of the 
station, there is a coffee shop there.  The entrance is via the 
corridor, but they do have a few seats outside, very close to the 
queuing station for taxis.  So perhaps this is where we should meet?  
The people I won't recognise are Elisabeth and Frances - could you 
guys check the photos in the files section?  From there, you should 
be able to pick out at least, Neil, Michelle, Alex and myself.  

If not, and we need to fall back on David's failsafe, my mobile no: 
is 07710 487 375.

Catherine




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu Apr 11 22:08:13 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Thu, 11 Apr 2002 23:08:13 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Saturday.  Final plans?
References: <a94vb4+h3st@...>
Message-ID: <003b01c1e1a5$609649c0$123770c2@c5s910j>

Catherine said:

> It has occurred to me that I am not sure which coffee shop David is
> referring to.  The coffee shop which was actually on the concourse is
> no more, and is now a Body Shop.  However, if you leave the concourse
> via the corridor which leads to the outside (Strand side) of the
> station, there is a coffee shop there.  The entrance is via the
> corridor, but they do have a few seats outside, very close to the
> queuing station for taxis.  So perhaps this is where we should meet?

I'm thinking that's the one with those standy-up things outside it?  In any
case, I don't think we'll miss each other.  Is there a Body Shop on that
side?  Hmmm - I must be losing it...

> The people I won't recognise are Elisabeth and Frances - could you
> guys check the photos in the files section?  From there, you should
> be able to pick out at least, Neil, Michelle, Alex and myself.

> > If not, and we need to fall back on David's failsafe, my mobile no:
> is 07710 487 375.

and mine is 07957 423 185, in case Catherine isn't there.

Neil







From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Fri Apr 12 01:31:45 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 01:31:45 -0000
Subject: Saturday.  Final plans?
In-Reply-To: <003b01c1e1a5$609649c0$123770c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <a95de1+874r@...>

You all seem very sure I'm coming.

Well, actually I am.

2 pm is perfect.  Though if anybody is feeling particularly hardcore, 
I intend heading off on a merchandise hunt and possibly a lengthy 
browse at Foyles, so will probably be found in the Harry Potter 
section of Hamleys at around 12.00, completing my action figure 
collection.  Anyhow, I'll certainly be there.

My mobile (not for the faint hearted) - 07951 7822262
Be aware I tend to turn it off a lot.  If I'm driving ... no 
chance ... if I'm on a train I'll have my headphones in and won't 
notice.  So best to channel that telepathic energy, folks.

Looking forward already.

Alex




From miss_hollygolightly at hollygolightly95.yahoo.invalid  Fri Apr 12 07:41:27 2002
From: miss_hollygolightly at hollygolightly95.yahoo.invalid (hollygolightly95)
Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 07:41:27 -0000
Subject: Have Fun!
Message-ID: <a96337+kthr@...>

Hi All,

I'm sorry to miss all the fun tomorrow. I'll only be a few miles away 
though, at home in NW London, and I'm sure I'll be with you 'in 
spirit' (I suppose that coffee shop doesn't have a large fireplace 
for me to appear magicaly anyway...).
Hope you'll have a great time, and do post your 
comments/pictures/confessions afterwards!

Martine 




From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Fri Apr 12 09:50:23 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 09:50:23 -0000
Subject: Saturday.  Final plans?
In-Reply-To: <a94vb4+h3st@...>
Message-ID: <a96akv+4mt5@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "catorman" <catherine at c...> wrote:
> It has occurred to me that I am not sure which coffee shop David is 
> referring to.  The coffee shop which was actually on the concourse 
is 
> no more, and is now a Body Shop.  However, if you leave the 
concourse 
> via the corridor which leads to the outside (Strand side) of the 
> station, there is a coffee shop there.  The entrance is via the 
> corridor, but they do have a few seats outside, very close to the 
> queuing station for taxis.  So perhaps this is where we should 
meet?  

Yes, that was the one I meant all along - it's the only one I ever 
notice as I used to walk right past it every morning about (gasp) ten 
years ago.

I should be able to make 2pm, SW Trains permitting as ever.

David




From frances at forever.u-net.com  Fri Apr 12 15:31:00 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (frances_j_potter)
Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 15:31:00 -0000
Subject: Saturday.  Final plans?
In-Reply-To: <a94vb4+h3st@...>
Message-ID: <a96ujk+up61@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "catorman" <catherine at c...> wrote:
> There seems to be some agreement that an earlier time would be better 
> for Saturday.
> 
> Therefore, can I confirm with you all that the meeting time will be 
> 2pm?  Same meeting place - the coffee shop nearest Platform 6 at 
> Charing Cross.
> 

Thanks for the final instructions. It's ages since I've been a) on a 
train or b) to Charing Cross, but I'm sure I'll find the coffee shop if 
I actually make it from Southampton Parkway and onto the train!

Waterloo here I come... Looking forward to meeting everyone

Frances





From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Fri Apr 12 21:20:27 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (catorman)
Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 21:20:27 -0000
Subject: Saturday.  Final plans?
In-Reply-To: <a96akv+4mt5@...>
Message-ID: <a97j2r+m2er@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "davewitley" <dfrankiswork at n...> wrote:
> --- In HPFGU-London at y..., "catorman" <catherine at c...> wrote:
> > It has occurred to me that I am not sure which coffee shop David 
is 
> > referring to.  The coffee shop which was actually on the 
concourse 
> is 
> > no more, and is now a Body Shop.  However, if you leave the 
> concourse 
> > via the corridor which leads to the outside (Strand side) of the 
> > station, there is a coffee shop there.  The entrance is via the 
> > corridor, but they do have a few seats outside, very close to the 
> > queuing station for taxis.  So perhaps this is where we should 
> meet?  
> 
> Yes, that was the one I meant all along - it's the only one I ever 
> notice as I used to walk right past it every morning about (gasp) 
ten 
> years ago.
> 
> I should be able to make 2pm, SW Trains permitting as ever.
> 
> David

Erm, as I established this morning, the one Neil talked about with 
the stand-up tables is still there, so something else must have 
closed down when Body Shop moved in.  However, there is such a short 
distance between the two, it is fairly immaterial.  I will go with 
the one in the corridor, which has seats outside, close to the sign 
for the taxi rank.

Catherine.




From frances at forever.u-net.com  Sat Apr 13 22:49:56 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (frances_j_potter)
Date: Sat, 13 Apr 2002 22:49:56 -0000
Subject: Thanks
Message-ID: <a9acmk+ggvn@...>

Hi, just wanted to say thanks for the lovely day and for making me so 
welcome. It was great to meet up and to finally put some faces to 
names. I've uploaded two of the photos I took to the files section.

Hugs
Frances





From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sun Apr 14 09:23:28 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (catorman)
Date: Sun, 14 Apr 2002 09:23:28 -0000
Subject: Thanks
In-Reply-To: <a9acmk+ggvn@...>
Message-ID: <a9bhqg+u0d4@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "frances_j_potter" <frances at f...> wrote:
> Hi, just wanted to say thanks for the lovely day and for making me 
so 
> welcome. It was great to meet up and to finally put some faces to 
> names. I've uploaded two of the photos I took to the files section.
> 
> Hugs
> Frances

It was lovely to meet you - likewise Liz and Philip as well as the 
usual suspects.

Hope we do it again soon,

Catherine




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sun Apr 14 10:28:51 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sun, 14 Apr 2002 11:28:51 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Thanks
References: <a9acmk+ggvn@...>
Message-ID: <002d01c1e39f$2c711c00$ac3670c2@c5s910j>

Frances said:
>
> Hi, just wanted to say thanks for the lovely day and for making me so
> welcome. It was great to meet up and to finally put some faces to
> names. I've uploaded two of the photos I took to the files section.
>
> Hugs
> Frances

It was nice to meet you, too, Frances (I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to
speak to you much).  Thanks for posting the photos!

Neil





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sun Apr 14 10:31:21 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sun, 14 Apr 2002 11:31:21 +0100
Subject: 18 restriction is back... 
Message-ID: <003b01c1e39f$858e8660$ac3670c2@c5s910j>

As some people noted yesterday, the 'over 18' screen *is* back on this list.
Oh well... at least we're not under Dating any more, so I guess I'll leave
it.

Neil





From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Tue Apr 16 09:04:56 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Tue, 16 Apr 2002 09:04:56 -0000
Subject: Thanks
In-Reply-To: <a9acmk+ggvn@...>
Message-ID: <a9gpfo+dble@...>

Frances wrote:
> Hi, just wanted to say thanks for the lovely day and for making me 
so 
> welcome. It was great to meet up and to finally put some faces to 
> names. I've uploaded two of the photos I took to the files section.

Yes, me too.  It was nice to sit and natter, and lovely to meet Judy 
too.

Neil:

> the 'over 18' screen *is* back on this list.

I thought the photos were fairly harmless.  It must be because 
Frances didn't use the Yahoo-endorsed spy camera to take them.

David




From cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid  Thu May  9 10:59:17 2002
From: cygnusff at cygnusff.yahoo.invalid (cygnusff)
Date: Thu, 09 May 2002 10:59:17 -0000
Subject: Oxford meeting
Message-ID: <abdkq5+il1b@...>

Hello!

There's a fandom meeting in Oxford this Sunday.

Time: Sunday 12th May 7:00pm
Place: Somewhere in Oxford... 
Contact: Me
Itinerary: Some restaurant 
Guest Numbers: Possibly 6 so far, maybe even rising to 7...

Sorry about the short notice. Please come along if you can!




From selah_1977 at selah_1977.yahoo.invalid  Wed May 15 03:58:55 2002
From: selah_1977 at selah_1977.yahoo.invalid (selah_1977)
Date: Wed, 15 May 2002 03:58:55 -0000
Subject: No England this summer, but...
Message-ID: <absmdv+j2pq@...>

Hello to all my friends "across the pond":

Update, because I realize I never posted about it--I will not be 
attending the NEH seminar in London this summer.  *cries*

I will, however, be in Madrid for a conference in July.  
Unfortunately, my travel is being paid for and I am not allowed to 
make any changes to the flight reservations.  So I will not have the 
chance to see England at all in 2002.  *weeps*

A ray of hope remains, however--in late winter 2003 my students and I 
will embark upon the British Isles and the Continent for an exchange 
trip.  But alas, since I will be chaperoning, I will most likely not 
be allowed to *drink* as my students will be 15/16 and definitely not 
allowed... scary to contemplate.

So I think the next time I'll be in England on my own and able to 
meet with HP fans is during the 2003-2004 school year.

*is sad*

--Eb




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu May 16 20:26:42 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (flyingfordanglia)
Date: Thu, 16 May 2002 20:26:42 -0000
Subject: Next meeting to coincide with Tabouli's visit...
Message-ID: <ac14m2+i33g@...>

Hi everyone,

As keen HPfGUers will know, Tabouli is off soon on a major tour of 
the solar system, stopping off in the UK for a bit en route.  

A London gathering on the evening of Monday 17th June would fit into 
the schedule, details open to suggestions.  

Anyone up for that date?

Neil






From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Thu May 16 20:54:49 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Thu, 16 May 2002 21:54:49 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Next meeting to coincide with Tabouli's visit...
References: <ac14m2+i33g@...>
Message-ID: <001101c1fd1b$ebf91b00$f38901d4@john>

A London gathering on the evening of Monday 17th June would fit into 
the schedule, details open to suggestions.  

Anyone up for that date?

Yes, I am 

Michelle


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From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Fri May 17 12:33:19 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Fri, 17 May 2002 12:33:19 -0000
Subject: Next meeting to coincide with Tabouli's visit...
In-Reply-To: <001101c1fd1b$ebf91b00$f38901d4@john>
Message-ID: <ac2taf+9khq@...>

Consider me there.




From drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid  Sat May 18 10:59:37 2002
From: drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid (Elizabeth Clayton)
Date: Sat, 18 May 2002 10:59:37 +0000
Subject: Next meeting to coincide with Tabouli's visit... 
Message-ID: <F143F0SsAtYBM5OnEfT00002f67@...>

Yup, count me in too

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From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Mon May 20 09:49:05 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Mon, 20 May 2002 09:49:05 -0000
Subject: Next meeting to coincide with Tabouli's visit...
In-Reply-To: <ac14m2+i33g@...>
Message-ID: <acagqh+49e3@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "flyingfordanglia" <neilward at d...> wrote:

> As keen HPfGUers will know, Tabouli is off soon on a major tour of 
> the solar system, stopping off in the UK for a bit en route.  
> 
> A London gathering on the evening of Monday 17th June would fit 
into 
> the schedule, details open to suggestions.  

Will schedule space station orbit to achieve docking in designated 
window.

Well, it's hardly rocket science, is it?

David




From selah_1977 at selah_1977.yahoo.invalid  Sat May 25 01:01:20 2002
From: selah_1977 at selah_1977.yahoo.invalid (selah_1977)
Date: Sat, 25 May 2002 01:01:20 -0000
Subject: Cordial Invitation from the HP4GU-Great Lakers
Message-ID: <acmnp0+32m1@...>

To our fellow Potter fans across the pond--

The first (of what we hope are many!) GreatLakes Summer Meets will 
take place in Chicago, Illinois from June 28-30, 2002.  HP4GUers and 
FictionAlley folks from as far away as Canada, California, New York 
City, and the United Kingdom will be in attendance.

We're so enthused about this that we are planning pre-meets in 
Chicago, Detroit, and London (Ontario!) and a post-gathering week in 
and around Detroit and Southeastern Michigan, where I live.  

If you are interested, there is still time to hop on board.  Visit 
the HP4GU-GreatLakes list at
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HP4GU-GreatLakes/

or e-mail me at
selah_1977 at ...

for more information.

To Harry Potter--the Boy Who Lived!

Ebony AKA AngieJ




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Tue May 28 03:55:28 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Tue, 28 May 2002 04:55:28 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Next meeting to coincide with Tabouli's visit...
References: <ac14m2+i33g@...>
Message-ID: <004701c205fb$820e4a60$d83770c2@c5s910j>

Re Tabouli's visit:

> A London gathering on the evening of Monday 17th June would fit into
> the schedule, details open to suggestions.

Er, we may have to change this date as Tabouli is trying to fit in various
things around that time.  Watch this space...

Neil





From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Fri Jun  7 18:22:59 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Fri, 7 Jun 2002 19:22:59 +0100
Subject: Tabouli's visit date
Message-ID: <001801c20e50$5b13ec00$669601d4@john>

Now, last thing I heard was that we might have to change the date ?
Is there any further news on this ?

Michelle



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From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Fri Jun  7 18:39:09 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid)
Date: Fri, 7 Jun 2002 18:39:09 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Tabouli's visit date
In-Reply-To: <001801c20e50$5b13ec00$669601d4@john>
Message-ID: <20020607183909.7DA1B5735E@...>

Michelle Apostolides <michelleapostolides at ...> said:

> Now, last thing I heard was that we might have to change the date ?
> Is there any further news on this ?
> 
> Michelle

It looks like we'll be going for the original plan for the group meet in 
London.  Thanks for the reminder, Michelle.  It had slipped my mind to post 
something here.

Neil



From michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Fri Jun  7 20:03:29 2002
From: michelleapostolides at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Fri, 7 Jun 2002 21:03:29 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Tabouli's visit date
References: <20020607183909.7DA1B5735E@...>
Message-ID: <002b01c20e5e$66404d40$669601d4@john>


It looks like we'll be going for the original plan for the group meet in 
London.  Thanks for the reminder, Michelle.  It had slipped my mind to post 
something here.

De nada. Just wanted to check up on things. Where and when on the 17th ?


Michelle


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From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Wed Jun 12 03:46:15 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2002 04:46:15 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Tabouli's visit date
References: <20020607183909.7DA1B5735E@...> <002b01c20e5e$66404d40$669601d4@john>
Message-ID: <005501c211c3$b4510a20$1e3570c2@c5s910j>

Hi everyone,

Now next Monday evening is definitely on for our meeting, could I check who
is due to come?

IIRC, at last count, we had:

Neil
Tabouli
Michelle
Alex
David
Elisabeth (& Philip?)

If none of us has any suggestions for a venue in the meantime, I'll propose
that we meet outside the coffee place at Charing Cross again, at 6.30pm.

I guess the general plan will be: pub or cafe for a drink and then food,
somewhere or t'other way round.

I'm thinking we could hit Chinatown or surrounding area for food:

We could try "Wong Kei" in  Wardour Street - famous for its extremely rude
staff (although the food is not spectacular), but there's a cheap and
cheerful Vietnamese place opposite that, called "Vietnamese Restaurant".

Another restaurant I'd like to see (also in Wardour Street) is "Special Zone
1997", as it's apparently decorated with portraits of former Chinese
Communist Party Chairmen and has good food.  I've never been there before
though...

All three of these are close to each other.

Any other ideas?

Neil







From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Wed Jun 12 03:50:00 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2002 04:50:00 +0100
Subject: Planning for Monday...
References: <20020607183909.7DA1B5735E@...> <002b01c20e5e$66404d40$669601d4@john> <005501c211c3$b4510a20$1e3570c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <005c01c211c4$3aa43f20$1e3570c2@c5s910j>

Oops.. Should have renamed that.

> Hi everyone,
>
> Now next Monday evening is definitely on for our meeting, could I check
who
> is due to come?
>
> IIRC, at last count, we had:
>
> Neil
> Tabouli
> Michelle
> Alex
> David
> Elisabeth (& Philip?)
>
> If none of us has any suggestions for a venue in the meantime, I'll
propose
> that we meet outside the coffee place at Charing Cross again, at 6.30pm.
>
> I guess the general plan will be: pub or cafe for a drink and then food,
> somewhere or t'other way round.
>
> I'm thinking we could hit Chinatown or surrounding area for food:
>
> We could try "Wong Kei" in  Wardour Street - famous for its extremely rude
> staff (although the food is not spectacular), but there's a cheap and
> cheerful Vietnamese place opposite that, called "Vietnamese Restaurant".
>
> Another restaurant I'd like to see (also in Wardour Street) is "Special
Zone
> 1997", as it's apparently decorated with portraits of former Chinese
> Communist Party Chairmen and has good food.  I've never been there before
> though...
>
> All three of these are close to each other.
>
> Any other ideas?
>
> Neil
>
>
>
>
>
> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
> HPFGU-London-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com
>
>
>
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>
>





From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Wed Jun 12 06:48:39 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2002 07:48:39 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Tabouli's visit date
In-Reply-To: <005501c211c3$b4510a20$1e3570c2@c5s910j>
References: <20020607183909.7DA1B5735E@...>
 <002b01c20e5e$66404d40$669601d4@john>
 <005501c211c3$b4510a20$1e3570c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <EpC1DIBH7uB9Iwe4@...>

In message <005501c211c3$b4510a20$1e3570c2 at c5s910j>, Neil Ward 
<neilward at ...> writes
>Yahoo! Groups My Groups | HPFGU-London Main Page
>Hi everyone,
>
>Now next Monday evening is definitely on for our meeting, could I check who
>is due to come?
>
>IIRC, at last count, we had:
>
>Neil
>Tabouli
>Michelle
>Alex
>David
>Elisabeth (& Philip?)
>
>If none of us has any suggestions for a venue in the meantime, I'll propose
>that we meet outside the coffee place at Charing Cross again, at 6.30pm.
>
>I guess the general plan will be: pub or cafe for a drink and then food,
>somewhere or t'other way round.
>
>I'm thinking we could hit Chinatown or surrounding area for food:
>
>We could try "Wong Kei" in Wardour Street - famous for its extremely rude
>staff (although the food is not spectacular), but there's a cheap and
>cheerful Vietnamese place opposite that, called "Vietnamese Restaurant".
>
>Another restaurant I'd like to see (also in Wardour Street) is "Special Zone
>1997", as it's apparently decorated with portraits of former Chinese
>Communist Party Chairmen and has good food. I've never been there before
>though...
>All three of these are close to each other.
>Any other ideas?
>Neil


I'll be there as well.  Only please not Wong Kei - the last time I went 
there (admittedly about 10 years ago) the food was appalling.

Catherine



From lupinesque at lupinesque.yahoo.invalid  Fri Jun 14 00:01:17 2002
From: lupinesque at lupinesque.yahoo.invalid (lupinesque)
Date: Fri, 14 Jun 2002 00:01:17 -0000
Subject: Anyone know Tabouli's post-UK itinerary?
Message-ID: <aebbod+5m48@...>

Hi, all.  Just a few hours after Tabouli left home and computer, I 
heard from Sheryll that she (Tabouli) will be in Quebec (province of) 
after she leaves the UK.  I'll be in Quebec City around the right 
time, and though Sheryll didn't think Tabouli was going there, I'd 
like to check.

Thanks,
Amy




From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Fri Jun 14 20:25:56 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Fri, 14 Jun 2002 20:25:56 -0000
Subject: Tabouli's visit date
In-Reply-To: <EpC1DIBH7uB9Iwe4@...>
Message-ID: <aedjgk+lsvr@...>

Neil:

> >IIRC, at last count, we had:
> >
> >Neil
> >Tabouli
> >Michelle
> >Alex
> >David 
Yes
> >Elisabeth (& Philip?)
> >
> >If none of us has any suggestions for a venue in the meantime, 
I'll propose
> >that we meet outside the coffee place at Charing Cross again, at 
6.30pm.
> >
> >I guess the general plan will be: pub or cafe for a drink and then 
food,
> >somewhere or t'other way round.
> >
> >I'm thinking we could hit Chinatown or surrounding area for food:

Yes, all sounds fine to me.
> >
> >We could try "Wong Kei" in? Wardour Street -

Catherine: 
> I'll be there as well.  Only please not Wong Kei - the last time I 
went 
> there (admittedly about 10 years ago) the food was appalling.

I agree with Catherine - not Wonky's - though my last visit was 
probably before hers

David, wondering if Hermione fainted there




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Mon Jun 17 14:33:23 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2002 15:33:23 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Planning for Monday...
References: <20020607183909.7DA1B5735E@...> <002b01c20e5e$66404d40$669601d4@john> <005501c211c3$b4510a20$1e3570c2@c5s910j> <005c01c211c4$3aa43f20$1e3570c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <001a01c2160b$f01ed900$313670c2@c5s910j>

Just a reminder that for want of great inspiration, we're meeting at the
same place we met last time (Charing Cross coffee place, about 6.30pm) and
will probably adjourn to the same pub initially, to decide where to go for
food... or whatever, later.

Neil







From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Tue Jun 18 08:54:01 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 08:54:01 -0000
Subject: Last night
In-Reply-To: <001a01c2160b$f01ed900$313670c2@c5s910j>
Message-ID: <aemsf9+jofj@...>

Neil:
> Just a reminder that for want of great inspiration, we're meeting 
at the same place we met last time (Charing Cross coffee place, about 
6.30pm) and will probably adjourn to the same pub initially, to 
decide where to go for food... or whatever, later.

Hey, what happened to the whatever?

Thanks for a great time - it was good to meet and chinwag again.

Tabouli is now on her travels again - next HPFGU stop Switzerland, I 
believe

David




From drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid  Tue Jun 18 12:05:20 2002
From: drifty26 at drifty_26.yahoo.invalid (Elizabeth Clayton)
Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 12:05:20 +0000
Subject: Last night
Message-ID: <F32EbYU44taPwvqMQED00003570@...>

Glad you all had fun! Sorry I couldn't make it, work has been just full of 
problems.

Liz



>Message: 2
>    Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 08:54:01 -0000
>    From: "davewitley" <dfrankiswork at ...>
>Subject: Last night
>
>Neil:
> > Just a reminder that for want of great inspiration, we're meeting
>at the same place we met last time (Charing Cross coffee place, about
>6.30pm) and will probably adjourn to the same pub initially, to
>decide where to go for food... or whatever, later.
>
>Hey, what happened to the whatever?
>
>Thanks for a great time - it was good to meet and chinwag again.
>
>Tabouli is now on her travels again - next HPFGU stop Switzerland, I
>believe
>
>David
>
>
>
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From mike at aberforths_goat.yahoo.invalid  Tue Jun 18 12:34:03 2002
From: mike at aberforths_goat.yahoo.invalid (Aberforth's Goat)
Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 14:34:03 +0200
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Last night
References: <aemsf9+jofj@...>
Message-ID: <000b01c216c4$6fbe2a90$fb00a8c0@shasta>

> Tabouli is now on her travels again - next HPFGU stop
Switzerland, I
> believe

Indeed. Switzerland awaits her and may well survive. Did anyone
manage to discover her real name, or do I need to crack out the
truth serum?

Baaaaaa!

Aberforth's Goat (a.k.a. Mike Gray)
_______________________

"Of course, I'm not entirely sure he can read, so that
may not have been bravery...."





From greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid  Fri Aug  2 21:46:13 2002
From: greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid (grey_wolf_c)
Date: Fri, 02 Aug 2002 21:46:13 -0000
Subject: Presenting a new member: Greetings from Grey Wolf
Message-ID: <aieuj5+bre1@...>

Greetings, members of HP4GU, London branch. Some of you may already 
know me from the main list or the chat, but I'd imagine that there must 
be a few people in this list that don't know of me, and I thought I 
should introduce myself (although I did need a final push from Michelle 
- I'm not the one for self-introductions).

Anyway, since I don't like to use up a post just to introduce myself, I 
thought I should give you a little background information on myself and 
my future plans (and how all that relates to this list, obviously).

First thing, a bit about myself: I'm not from the UK, and I'm currently 
writing in an alien language (from my PoV). I am known as Grey Wolf, 
and I'm studying Computer Science. As a byproduct of my studies of 
computer security, I distrust sending personal information about myself 
through the Inet, except in very small quantities. Which means, for 
example, that I am known only as Grey Wolf, and only four people in the 
lists know my real name (and half of them, only by accident).

At any rate, I'd like to meet a few other Harry Potter fans, since in 
my own country I've been unable to find any. I'll be studying next year 
at Southampton, and Michelle suggested I could attend a few of your 
meetings while I'm here. She even threw a few clues about arranging a 
"wellcome meeting", which I would love, but at any rate there's still 
time to think about it (I'm still arranging a place to stay for the 
next year, and that's enough headache for some time).

I understnad that Michelle may be posting shortly other consequences of 
my visit (like the need for organizing formally the HP2 film-viewing). 
But, since it's her department, I will allow her to develop it.

Anyway, if you can spare a few moments to greet a poor wolf who's going 
to be away from home and family, alone for a year and in an alien 
country, for the first time of his life (without counting sporadic 
one-month stays in Ireland to improve my English), I'd be very grateful 
to read your comments.

Hope that helps,

Grey Wolf





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Mon Aug  5 09:43:26 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (flyingfordanglia)
Date: Mon, 05 Aug 2002 09:43:26 -0000
Subject: Presenting a new member: Greetings from Grey Wolf
In-Reply-To: <aieuj5+bre1@...>
Message-ID: <ailhbu+i6i7@...>

greywolf wrote:

> Greetings, members of HP4GU, London branch. Some of you may already 
> know me from the main list or the chat, but I'd imagine that there 
must 
> be a few people in this list that don't know of me, and I thought I 
> should introduce myself 

Hi Grey Wolf, and welcome to the London list of HPfGU!  

It's pretty quiet on here unless we're planning a meet.  I imagine 
we'll have another gathering or two before the outing to the CoS 
movie, in November.  I haven't spoken to Michelle in a while, but it 
would be great to have some non-UK visitors around for the London 
movie viewing.  I guess that's what she has in mind. Pingu?  

Of course, we'll be happy to see you next year, and perhaps we'll 
have advice for you on places to stay and see (not to mention those 
to avoid).

Best regards

Neil/ Flying Ford Anglia  





From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Mon Aug  5 10:40:19 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Mon, 5 Aug 2002 11:40:19 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Presenting a new member: Greetings from Grey Wolf
References: <ailhbu+i6i7@...>
Message-ID: <000001c23c73$ad7ab180$a39f01d4@john>

Hi Grey Wolf, and welcome to the London list of HPfGU!  

It's pretty quiet on here unless we're planning a meet.  I imagine 
we'll have another gathering or two before the outing to the CoS 
movie, in November.  I haven't spoken to Michelle in a while, but it 
would be great to have some non-UK visitors around for the London 
movie viewing.
Yes, we haven't spoken since Tabouli's visit, have we ? Grey Wolf will be living over here, as I understand it, so there will be plenty of time for a welcome meet. 

  I guess that's what she has in mind. Pingu?  
Well Dinah has already expressed an interest in joining us. So at some point come the autumn we might want to consider a firm date to view the movie, for those who might consider joining us from abroad to make the appropriate arrangements. Although I personally am not in as much of a hurry to see it as the first one ! ( Grins at Neil calling her by her nickname ! )

I suggest that we don't make any plans for a meet up until you are settled GW. But I am very much looking forward to finally meeting you !

Michelle




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From frances at forever.u-net.com  Mon Aug  5 11:56:56 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (frances_j_potter)
Date: Mon, 05 Aug 2002 11:56:56 -0000
Subject: Presenting a new member: Greetings from Grey Wolf
In-Reply-To: <aieuj5+bre1@...>
Message-ID: <ailp68+pmnc@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "grey_wolf_c" <greywolf1 at j...> wrote:
> At any rate, I'd like to meet a few other Harry Potter fans, since in 
> my own country I've been unable to find any. I'll be studying next 
> year at Southampton, 

Hi Grey Wolf
Welcome to the group.

So you are going to be studying at Southampton! I live just a few miles 
from there. Drop me a line if you want. I don't know the university 
that well, but I might be able to help you find your way around.

Frances






From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Tue Aug  6 22:14:35 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (davewitley)
Date: Tue, 06 Aug 2002 22:14:35 -0000
Subject: Presenting a new member: Greetings from Grey Wolf
In-Reply-To: <aieuj5+bre1@...>
Message-ID: <aiphob+83mu@...>

The grizzled lupine wrote:
> Greetings, members of HP4GU, London branch. 

Hi, Grey Wolf! Welcome to Grey Country.


> I'll be studying next year 
> at Southampton, and Michelle suggested I could attend a few of your 
> meetings while I'm here. She even threw a few clues about arranging 
a 
> "wellcome meeting", which I would love, but at any rate there's 
still 
> time to think about it (I'm still arranging a place to stay for the 
> next year, and that's enough headache for some time).

Sounds good to me.
> 
> I understnad that Michelle may be posting shortly other 
consequences of 
> my visit (like the need for organizing formally the HP2 film-
viewing). 

Do I understand that the second film is to be shown as a consequence 
of your visit?  Could you manage to get the fifth book published as 
well?

David, knowing that doesn't help




From greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid  Wed Aug  7 07:25:05 2002
From: greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid (grey_wolf_c)
Date: Wed, 07 Aug 2002 07:25:05 -0000
Subject: Presenting a new member: Greetings from Grey Wolf
In-Reply-To: <aiphob+83mu@...>
Message-ID: <aiqi0h+qdcq@...>

David wrote:
> Grey Wolf wrote:
> > I understnad that Michelle may be posting shortly other 
> > consequences of my visit (like the need for organizing formally 
> > the HP2 film-viewing). 
> 
> Do I understand that the second film is to be shown as a consequence 
> of your visit?  Could you manage to get the fifth book published as 
> well?
> 
> David, knowing that doesn't help

No, no. I haven't that much power. :-). I only said that due to my 
visit, and the possible visit of a few other non-British (and non-usual 
suspects), like Dinah, Pingu mentioned that there should be something  
*formal* organised.

Hope that helps,

Grey Wolf, who knows that you're joking, but still would like to clear 
the subject, and who also would like to use this post to express how 
grateful he is for your answers. Finally, he who, if he had the power 
to have book five and HP2 published/showed, would have had the book 
published a loooong time ago, but who would have left the film exactly 
where it is.





From frances at forever.u-net.com  Sun Aug 25 21:31:23 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (frances_j_potter)
Date: Sun, 25 Aug 2002 21:31:23 -0000
Subject: Overseas visitors
Message-ID: <akbibb+rk2j@...>

Hi, I just wanted to mention here that several overseas HP fans (9 or 
10 at the moment) are going to be in London at the time CoS opens. 
We've opened a little Yahoo group so that we can keep track of flight 
times, post photographs etc. If anyone is interested the groups URL is:

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/scared_potter/

Some of the people have also joined the London group and we are all 
hoping that we can meet up with anyone from this group who will be 
going to the opening on 15th November.

Frances
(Who isn't from overseas!!!)





From ina at ina_gryf.yahoo.invalid  Tue Aug 27 08:23:56 2002
From: ina at ina_gryf.yahoo.invalid (ina_gryf)
Date: Tue, 27 Aug 2002 08:23:56 -0000
Subject: Visit
Message-ID: <akfcus+dd42@...>

Hi, I am Ina, one of the ?overseas"-visitors, Frances mentioned. 
Though overseas in my case only means the channel as I am from 
Germany and some of you may already know me through FA or Livejournal.
It would be really great if we all could watch the movie together. I 
heard that a group of you watched PS/SS twice on opening night and it 
would be great if we could do that again for CoS.  So I am looking 
forward meeting you.

As Frances said, we opened a group for planning as we need to sort 
out flights and accommodations as well, which would be surely off 
topic here, but I am of course very thankful for any tips about 
things one should do when in London as it has been ages since I was 
last there.

Ina





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu Sep  5 02:42:06 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (flyingfordanglia)
Date: Thu, 05 Sep 2002 02:42:06 -0000
Subject: Visit
In-Reply-To: <akfcus+dd42@...>
Message-ID: <al6g9u+8hq6@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "ina_gryf" <ina at d...> wrote:

> Hi, I am Ina, one of the ?overseas"-visitors, Frances mentioned. 
> Though overseas in my case only means the channel as I am from 
> Germany and some of you may already know me through FA or 
Livejournal.

Hello, Ina. A belated welcome to the group.  

> It would be really great if we all could watch the movie together. 
I heard that a group of you watched PS/SS twice on opening night and 
it 
> would be great if we could do that again for CoS.  So I am looking 
> forward meeting you.

We saw it in previews and then on the afternoon and evening of the 
opening day, a week later.  I then went again with another friend and 
that was enough.  I bought the DVD when it came out, but haven't 
watched that right through.  I guess once was enough.

Having said that, I'm sure I'll be happy to watch CoS more than once, 
if that's what we plan to do.  

Keep us posted on your travel plans.

Neil
__________________
Flying Ford Anglia





From greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 14 21:15:22 2002
From: greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid (Grey Wolf)
Date: Sat, 14 Sep 2002 21:15:22 -0000
Subject: Next meeting on October 11?
Message-ID: <am08ta+5d9e@...>

Hi, londoners,

As I've stated before, I'd like to meet with you, and after checking my 
schedule for my first weeks at Southampton, I think I'm going to be 
able to be settled in by Friday Oct. 11. So, how about meeting in 
London that day?

Of course, if it would be easier for you to meet other days, I'll 
probably be free Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, so you can 
counter-offer any such day from the 11th onwards (not sooner, though, 
since I'll be very busy moving in).

I've been reading the groups archives, and I realise that it is sort of 
traditional that the one who proposes the meeting is the one who takes 
care of organization, but I fear that will be to much in my case, so I 
diffidently propose Pinguthegreek (aka Michelle Apostolides) as the one 
to talk to. She will know how to pass important changes to me. Besides, 
she's the only one that knows me by sight...

So, to put this short (I've been practicing putting things in short. 
I'm not too good at it, though. You might have noticed that, though. It 
takes me a hundred pages just to clear my throat), I propose a meeting 
in London on Friday, October 11th, subject to modification. Please post 
here your thoughts. I might not be able to get my email in the next few 
weeks, but I will definetely have acces to internet (I hope).

Hope that helps,

Grey Wolf, who is busy, busy, busy





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 15 05:49:20 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sun, 15 Sep 2002 05:49:20 -0000
Subject: Next meeting on October 11?
In-Reply-To: <am08ta+5d9e@...>
Message-ID: <am1710+n5b0@...>

Grey Wolf said:

<< As I've stated before, I'd like to meet with you, and after 
checking my schedule for my first weeks at Southampton, I think I'm 
going to be able to be settled in by Friday Oct. 11. So, how about 
meeting in London that day? >>

That day (evening) would suit me, but I would be out of the country 
from 13th-19th October.

Who else here is up for the 11th?

Neil






From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 15 15:26:05 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Sun, 15 Sep 2002 16:26:05 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Next meeting on October 11?
References: <am1710+n5b0@...>
Message-ID: <000901c25ccc$36d1d440$b19901d4@john>



  Grey Wolf said:

  << As I've stated before, I'd like to meet with you, and after 
  checking my schedule for my first weeks at Southampton, I think I'm 
  going to be able to be settled in by Friday Oct. 11. So, how about 
  meeting in London that day? >>

  That day (evening) would suit me, but I would be out of the country 
  from 13th-19th October.

  Who else here is up for the 11th?

  Suits me too. But I'm having computer problems, so please don't count on me to organise anything !!

  Michelle





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From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 15 17:52:35 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Sun, 15 Sep 2002 18:52:35 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Next meeting on October 11?
In-Reply-To: <000901c25ccc$36d1d440$b19901d4@john>
References: <am1710+n5b0@...> <000901c25ccc$36d1d440$b19901d4@john>
Message-ID: <MLLXbKAjjMh9Iw9W@...>

In message <000901c25ccc$36d1d440$b19901d4 at john>, Michelle Apostolides 
<pinguthegreek at ...> writes
>ADVERTISEMENT
>Yahoo! Groups My Groups | HPFGU-London Main Page
>http://us.adserver.yahoo.com/l?M=213858.2336340.3766596.2225242/D=egroupmail/S=:HM/A=763352/rand=492429497
>
>
>
> Grey Wolf said:
>
> << As I've stated before, I'd like to meet with you, and after
> checking my schedule for my first weeks at Southampton, I think I'm
> going to be able to be settled in by Friday Oct. 11. So, how about
> meeting in London that day? >>
>
> That day (evening) would suit me, but I would be out of the country
> from 13th-19th October.
>
> Who else here is up for the 11th?
>
> Suits me too. But I'm having computer problems, so please don't count on me
>to organise anything !!
> Michelle


I can do so if you like.  I'll be available on the 11th, and there isn't 
really too much to organise anyway - just a time and meeting place. 
Neil - will you be available from about 6-ish?  If everyone else wants 
to meet up earlier we can do so.  I'd suggest somewhere fairly central 
again - Charing Cross as usual might be the best bet.

Catherine




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Mon Sep 16 18:52:33 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Mon, 16 Sep 2002 18:52:33 -0000
Subject: Next meeting on October 11?
In-Reply-To: <MLLXbKAjjMh9Iw9W@...>
Message-ID: <am599h+m8a7@...>

Catherine said, re organising the next meet:

<< I can do so if you like.  I'll be available on the 11th, and there 
isn't really too much to organise anyway - just a time and meeting 
place. Neil - will you be available from about 6-ish?  If everyone 
else wants to meet up earlier we can do so.  I'd suggest somewhere 
fairly central again - Charing Cross as usual might be the best bet. 
>>

6-ish would be fine for me.  Thanks, Catherine.

I guess those of us who are familiar with London can throw some ideas 
around for places to eat, if that's what we want to do, but meeting 
at Charing Cross makes sense.

Neil








From kcawte at deputydowner.yahoo.invalid  Wed Sep 18 18:52:05 2002
From: kcawte at deputydowner.yahoo.invalid (deputydowner)
Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2002 18:52:05 -0000
Subject: New Member waves hello
Message-ID: <amai0l+u2cl@...>

Hi guys,

I'm new to this group although not to HPFGU as a whole. I tend to 
post semi-regularly on the OT group and never on the main list where 
I am a confirmed lurker.

I've been meaning to wander over here for a while but haven't had 
time.

My name is Kathryn (since that's not apparent from my yahoo id, btw 
does anyone know how to change the id without having to resub to all 
my lists?) and I live in Windsor.

OK, I hate intro messages so I guess that's all you're going to get 
for now.

K




From pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 21 12:41:36 2002
From: pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid (bluesqueak)
Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 12:41:36 -0000
Subject: Next meeting on October 11?
In-Reply-To: <am08ta+5d9e@...>
Message-ID: <amhpe0+ud9t@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Grey Wolf" <greywolf1 at j...> wrote:
> Hi, londoners,
> 
> As I've stated before, I'd like to meet with you, and after 
checking my 
> schedule for my first weeks at Southampton, I think I'm going to be 
> able to be settled in by Friday Oct. 11. So, how about meeting in 
> London that day?
> 
> 
> Grey Wolf, who is busy, busy, busy

Friday October 11th - evening from 6 onwards would be fine for me. 
Just so long as I don't have to do any organising whatsoever(No time).

Of course, *none* of you know me by sight, so is it 'green carnation 
in the buttonhole' time? [grin]. Or just a copy of HP?

Pip! Squeak




From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 21 14:11:18 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 15:11:18 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Next meeting on October 11?
References: <amhpe0+ud9t@...>
Message-ID: <000401c26178$c89e9100$328701d4@john>


  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: bluesqueak 
  Friday October 11th - evening from 6 onwards would be fine for me. 
  Just so long as I don't have to do any organising whatsoever(No time).

  Of course, *none* of you know me by sight, so is it 'green carnation 
  in the buttonhole' time? [grin]. Or just a copy of HP?

  Pip! Squeak

  Um. is there no way for you to give us a link to a photo ? It makes it a lot easier to recognise new people at meet ups. I can assure you we're all quite friendly and harmless. 

  Michelle


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From pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 21 16:44:01 2002
From: pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid (bluesqueak)
Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 16:44:01 -0000
Subject: Next meeting on October 11?
In-Reply-To: <000401c26178$c89e9100$328701d4@john>
Message-ID: <ami7kh+ovuo@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Michelle Apostolides" <pinguthegreek at u...> 
wrote:
> 
>   ----- Original Message ----- 
>   From: bluesqueak 
>   Friday October 11th - evening from 6 onwards would be fine for 
me. 
>   Just so long as I don't have to do any organising whatsoever(No 
time).
> 
>   Of course, *none* of you know me by sight, so is it 'green 
>  carnation  in the buttonhole' time? [grin]. Or just a copy of HP?
> 
>   Pip! Squeak
> 
Michelle replied:
>   Um. is there no way for you to give us a link to a photo ? It 
makes it a lot easier to recognise new people at meet ups. I can 
assure you we're all quite friendly and harmless. 

http://www.crescentmanagement.co.uk/anne.html
should, hopefully give you a picture of me, under my acting name. 

The site's under construction, which is why I'm saying 'hopefully'.

Pip! Squeak




From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 21 17:16:55 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 18:16:55 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Next meeting on October 11?
In-Reply-To: <amhpe0+ud9t@...>
References: <am08ta+5d9e@...> <amhpe0+ud9t@...>
Message-ID: <1aCeFoBHmKj9Iwr7@...>

In message <amhpe0+ud9t at ...>, bluesqueak 
<pipdowns at ...> writes
>
>ADVERTISEMENT
>Yahoo! Groups My Groups | HPFGU-London Main Page
>http://us.adserver.yahoo.com/l?M=233214.2377745.3805144.1261774/D=egroupmail/S=:HM/A=1227861/rand=393789911
>
>--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Grey Wolf" <greywolf1 at j...> wrote:
>> Hi, londoners,
>>
>> As I've stated before, I'd like to meet with you, and after
>checking my
>> schedule for my first weeks at Southampton, I think I'm going to be
>> able to be settled in by Friday Oct. 11. So, how about meeting in
>> London that day?
>>
>>
>> Grey Wolf, who is busy, busy, busy
>
>Friday October 11th - evening from 6 onwards would be fine for me.
>Just so long as I don't have to do any organising whatsoever(No time).
>
>Of course, *none* of you know me by sight, so is it 'green carnation
>in the buttonhole' time? [grin]. Or just a copy of HP?
>Pip! Squeak

Pip, I'm absolutely delighted you are coming - I had no idea you were 
Londonish based.  From experience we usually do eventually do recognise 
one another, but I'll hold my copy of PoA if you like.

It looks as though we're going to have a few new people turn up.  I'm 
going to take the organising upon myself, so to get things rolling it 
would be useful to do our usual "pass it on" list.  I'm going to plan 
for 6pm at Charing Cross Station at the coffee shop next to the taxi 
stand (usual place for those who have been there before).  For those who 
haven't, if you are facing the station, it is close to the entrance on 
the far right - close to Next.

The problem with 6pm is that all the bars and pubs will be filled with 
office workers, so it's going to be standing room only in most places, 
so if anyone knows anywhere which is likely to be quiet on a Friday 
night, shout up.  Or perhaps we should get something to eat first and 
then go and have a drink?  The alternative is some of us turning up 
early and bagging a very large table in the Pitcher and Piano or some 
place similar.

The list is for evening only, but if anyone wants to meet up earlier as 
well/instead, say so, and we'll have an afternoon list as well.

Evening
Catherine
Grey Wolf
Pip
Michelle

Is that it so far?

Catherine



From fionap19 at fionap19.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 21 17:55:40 2002
From: fionap19 at fionap19.yahoo.invalid (fionap19)
Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 17:55:40 -0000
Subject: Hello..............
Message-ID: <amibqs+pn05@...>

Don't really do intro postings but as I'm new to the group.... here 
goes!  Yes, I'm a Harry Potter fan (wouldn't be here if I wasn't) but 
then I have little choice!  My surname is Potter (really!) and I have 
a 12 year old Harry "double" who even has a genuine scar down his 
forehead (head-butted a fence) and wears glasses.  And guess where I 
went on the 1st September?  Yup, Platform 5 and 6 (alias 9 3/4) at 
Kings Cross Station at 11am.  But there was no Hogwarts Express just 
some other Harry fans from around the globe (the USA to be precise).  
My home is in deepest darkest Essex and I work in my local hospital.

Fiona Potter




From Ali at alhewison.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 21 18:11:57 2002
From: Ali at alhewison.yahoo.invalid (alhewison)
Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 18:11:57 -0000
Subject: Another newbie - Re: Next meeting on October 11?
In-Reply-To: <1aCeFoBHmKj9Iwr7@...>
Message-ID: <amicpd+f284@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., Catherine Coleman <catherine at c...> wrote:

 It looks as though we're going to have a few new people turn up.  
I'm  going to take the organising upon myself, so to get things 
rolling it  would be useful to do our usual "pass it on" list.  I'm 
going to plan  for 6pm at Charing Cross Station at the coffee shop 
next to the taxi  stand (usual place for those who have been there 
before).  For those who  haven't, if you are facing the station, it 
is close to the entrance on  the far right - close to Next.
> 
> The problem with 6pm is that all the bars and pubs will be filled 
with  office workers, so it's going to be standing room only in most 
places, so if anyone knows anywhere which is likely to be quiet on a 
Friday night, shout up.  Or perhaps we should get something to eat 
first and  then go and have a drink?  The alternative is some of us 
turning up  early and bagging a very large table in the Pitcher and 
Piano or some place similar.
> 
> The list is for evening only, but if anyone wants to meet up 
earlier as  well/instead, say so, and we'll have an afternoon list as 
well.
> 
> Evening
> Catherine
> Grey Wolf
> Pip
> Michelle
> 
> Is that it so far?
> 
> Catherine

Hi everyone

I'd love to be meet up with fellow HP fans. My problem is that I'll 
be coming from Reading and I won't be able to leave Reading til c. 
6ish.  So don't think that I'll be able to get into town til around 
8pm. Have you got any ideas about where you will be going in the 
evening so I could join you? 

Ali

(I might be able to get in slightly earlier, but my hubby is only 
arriving into Heathrow at 3.30, and must get home and take over the 
kids before I can come out!)




From ina at ina_gryf.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 21 18:35:22 2002
From: ina at ina_gryf.yahoo.invalid (ina_gryf)
Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 18:35:22 -0000
Subject: CoS in London
Message-ID: <amie5a+dp2v@...>

Hi,

I just found this on the website of the Odeon. 
http://www.odeon.co.uk/pls/Odeon/Odeon_general.film_x?
FILM=harry_potter:_chamber_of_secrets


Harry Potter: Chamber of Secrets
Bookable via the Odeon Filmline, 0870 50 50 007, from 27th September 
2002.
THIS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE TO BE BOOKED OVER THE INTERNET UNTIL 2nd 
NOVEMBER 2002

The 27th September is in six days!

I really would love to go together with as mayn people as possible, 
so I think we need to get organised. Unfortunatly I can't do that 
from Germany.

Any volunteers?

Ina

P.S.: I finalised my plans for the visit and will be in London from 
14th November to 20th November.




From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 21 22:05:18 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 23:05:18 +0100
Subject: Planning for COS
Message-ID: <001601c261ba$fb203b00$6d9c01d4@john>

Could everyone who is certain they want to see the COS movie on the opening day please let me know either here or offlist as I shall call to try and book tickets for a meet up on the 15th November. Usual suspects plus..... how many?


Michelle


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From john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 21 22:36:29 2002
From: john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid (John Walton)
Date: Sat, 21 Sep 2002 23:36:29 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Planning for COS
In-Reply-To: <1032645904.8545@...>
Message-ID: <1032647645.16964@...>


Michelle Apostolides said:

> Could everyone who is certain they want to see the COS movie on the opening
> day please let me know either here or offlist as I shall call to try and book
> tickets for a meet up on the 15th November. Usual suspects plus..... how many?

Moi! But you already knew that :)

--J

________________________________

John Walton -- john at ...

"'Twas brillig, and the slithy toves
Did gyre and gimble in the wabe;
All mimsy were the borogoves,
And the mome raths outgrabe."
--Lewis Carroll, "The Jabberwocky"
________________________________





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 08:41:51 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 09:41:51 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Planning for COS
In-Reply-To: <1032647645.16964@...>
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIEMACAAA.neilward@...>

Michelle Apostolides said:

> Could everyone who is certain they want to see the COS movie on the
opening
> day please let me know either here or offlist as I shall call to try and
book
> tickets for a meet up on the 15th November. Usual suspects plus..... how
many?

I guess I'm a "usual suspect", but add me to the list!

I have to try to plan a trip to Madrid in November, so I'm thinking I should
do that earlier in the month to avoid a glut of CoS viewings.  Mind you, I
did sleep through most of my third viewing last time, so perhaps I'll just
go to one or two this time.

Neil





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 08:59:11 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 09:59:11 +0100
Subject: Next meeting on October 11?/Welcomes etc.
In-Reply-To: <1aCeFoBHmKj9Iwr7@...>
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGEEMBCAAA.neilward@...>

List for planned meet on 11th October:

Evening:

Catherine
Grey Wolf
Pip
Michelle
Neil
Ali (but around 8pm)

Hi to all the new people who've posted in the last few days.  Let's see:
Kathryn, Pip, Fiona, Ali.. did I miss anyone?

Glad to hear that Ina has her trip planned for the CoS trip and that John is
coming down for the London opening night.  Sounds like we'll have quite a
gang...

Catherine - upstairs at the Pitcher and Piano has been fairly quiet the last
two times we've met, so perhaps we should stick with that?  If we arrange to
eat somewhere later, perhaps Ali could then join us before we leave the P&P?

Neil







From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 09:53:01 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 10:53:01 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Planning for COS
References: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIEMACAAA.neilward@...>
Message-ID: <002d01c2621d$d92eece0$6d9c01d4@john>

I guess I'm a "usual suspect", but add me to the list!
Yes, you are. But it's nice to know you'll be there !.

  Mind you, I
did sleep through most of my third viewing last time, so perhaps I'll just
go to one or two this time.
I'm thinking the same. What does everyone else want to do ?

Michelle


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From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 11:51:03 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 12:51:03 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Planning for COS
In-Reply-To: <002d01c2621d$d92eece0$6d9c01d4@john>
References: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIEMACAAA.neilward@...>
 <002d01c2621d$d92eece0$6d9c01d4@john>
Message-ID: <1KKeBaAn6aj9Iwq7@...>

In message <002d01c2621d$d92eece0$6d9c01d4 at john>, Michelle Apostolides 
<pinguthegreek at ...> writes
>
>ADVERTISEMENT
>Yahoo! Groups My Groups | HPFGU-London Main Page
>http://us.adserver.yahoo.com/l?M=228862.2128520.3581629.1261774/D=egroupmail/S=:HM/A=1182702/rand=639045336
>
>I guess I'm a "usual suspect", but add me to the list!
>Yes, you are. But it's nice to know you'll be there !.
>
>? Mind you, I
>did sleep through most of my third viewing last time, so perhaps I'll just
>go to one or two this time.
>I'm thinking the same. What does everyone else want to do ?
>
>Michelle

Another Usual Suspect checking in...

I'm wondering if we should wait and find out if there is a preview 
weekend again.  Not that I'm as desperate to see the film this time 
round (most of you know what I thought about PS anyway), but it might be 
worth considering.

I could handle watching the film twice if it's almost a week apart - I 
can't handle watching it twice in one day as we all did last time. 
Unlike Neil, I didn't fall asleep, but I was mightily relieved when the 
film ended.

Catherine



From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 12:56:42 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 13:56:42 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Planning for COS
References: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIEMACAAA.neilward@...> <002d01c2621d$d92eece0$6d9c01d4@john> <1KKeBaAn6aj9Iwq7@...>
Message-ID: <003a01c26237$80c7db60$6d9c01d4@john>

Another Usual Suspect checking in...

I'm wondering if we should wait and find out if there is a preview 
weekend again.  Not that I'm as desperate to see the film this time 
round (most of you know what I thought about PS anyway), but it might be 
worth considering.
Part of the reason for going on the 15th is that there's alarge group coming from abroad specially to see the film. I didn't mention the preview partly because of that and because I feel the same as you - don't want to see it more than once. 

I could handle watching the film twice if it's almost a week apart - I 
can't handle watching it twice in one day as we all did last time. 
Unlike Neil, I didn't fall asleep, but I was mightily relieved when the 
film ended.
Yes, I remember you being fidgety the thirs time round !!

 I propose only booking for the afternoon showing. I might be up for a preview but am not too bothered myself. Deadline to let me know if you want a ticket is Thursday night !!

Michelle




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From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 11:58:53 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 12:58:53 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] RE:  Next meeting on October 11?/Welcomes etc.
In-Reply-To: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGEEMBCAAA.neilward@...>
References: <1aCeFoBHmKj9Iwr7@...>
 <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGEEMBCAAA.neilward@...>
Message-ID: <QrcHpjB9Bbj9IwcK@...>

In message <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGEEMBCAAA.neilward at ...>, Neil 
Ward <neilward at ...> writes
>Hi to all the new people who've posted in the last few days.? Let's see:
>Kathryn, Pip, Fiona, Ali.. did I miss anyone?

Yes and a welcome from me too - Ali, I'm glad to hear that you've 
changed your mind and have decided to meet us after all - now we just 
have Kathryn to persuade?

>Catherine - upstairs at the Pitcher and Piano has been fairly quiet the last
>two times we've met, so perhaps we should stick with that?? If we arrange
>to
>eat somewhere later, perhaps Ali could then join us before we leave the
>P&P?
>
>Neil

True - but we've met there on a Saturday and early in the week when it's 
much quieter.  Fridays are generally a different ballgame.  I can't 
think of a better idea though, so we should just go with this one.

Catherine



From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 14:47:52 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 15:47:52 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] RE:  Next meeting on October 11?/Welcomes etc.
References: <1aCeFoBHmKj9Iwr7@...> <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGEEMBCAAA.neilward@...> <QrcHpjB9Bbj9IwcK@...>
Message-ID: <005c01c26247$096af600$6d9c01d4@john>


True - but we've met there on a Saturday and early in the week when it's 
much quieter.  Fridays are generally a different ballgame.  I can't 
think of a better idea though, so we should just go with this one.

Yes. Fridays... I'm considering coming up early if I can to beat the rush hour. Anyone got any plans for the afternoon ?

Michelle


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From greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 16:10:32 2002
From: greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid (Grey Wolf)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 16:10:32 -0000
Subject: meeting on October 11/Meeting place/COS 
In-Reply-To: <amhpe0+ud9t@...>
Message-ID: <amkq1o+o36q@...>

bluesqueak (Pip) wrote:
> Of course, *none* of you know me by sight, so is it 'green carnation 
> in the buttonhole' time? [grin]. Or just a copy of HP?
> 
> Pip! Squeak

You know, the same thing happens to me. I could send you a photo, but I 
think my paranoia about Internet safety is well enough known for me not 
have to explain why I'm not going to. At any rate, I'm going to get to 
London early, so I have ample time to get lost and STILL find the place 
in time, so check for a boy in black reading a HP book with yellow 
covers. That should be easy to see: yellow against black.

Catherine wrote:
> I'm going to plan for 6pm at Charing Cross Station at the coffee shop > next to the taxi stand (usual place for those who have been there 
> before). For those who haven't, if you are facing the station, it is
> close to the entrance on the far right - close to Next.

I have this horrible foreboding feeling I'm not going to be able to 
find that place as described. You don't happen to know the name of the 
place, do you, so I can ask in the station? Then again, if it's the 
*only* taxi stop, I can simply ask around for it... At any rate, any 
help to make it easier to find would be welcomed.

Michelle Apostolides (pinguthegreek) wrote:
> Could everyone who is certain they want to see the COS movie on the
> opening day please let me know either here or offlist as I shall call
> to try and book tickets for a meet up on the 15th November. Usual
> suspects plus..... how many?
> 
> 
> Michelle

Count me in for that, Michelle (but you knew that too, didn't you?). I 
prefer to go on the Friday showing, since I'll probably have class that 
same Friday, and I wouldn't want to oversleep after a late showing of 
COS on thursday.

Hope that helps,

Grey Wolf





From fionap19 at fionap19.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 17:02:27 2002
From: fionap19 at fionap19.yahoo.invalid (fionap19)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 17:02:27 -0000
Subject: meeting on October 11/Meeting place/COS
In-Reply-To: <amkq1o+o36q@...>
Message-ID: <amkt33+tce6@...>

Thanks for the welcome to the group everyone.  Would you mind if 
a "newbie" turned up on October 11th?  I've just spent the day trying 
desperately to get my 12 year-old a "decent" robe for him to wear.  
Trailed from Essex over to deepest darkest Kent (Bluewater) and got 
the one Warner Brothers currently sell but its #rap (if you catch my 
drift) but at least it does have the right Gryffindor badge on it.  
As for October 11th I think I know the coffee bar you mean but I 
think it may be that I'll have to find you rather than you be able to 
recognise me!  (Mind you I tend to go everywhere with a copy of at 
least one Harry book on me ....... is that a good enough password?)

Fiona




From raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 18:57:39 2002
From: raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid (*Dinah*)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 20:57:39 +0200
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Planning for COS
References: <001601c261ba$fb203b00$6d9c01d4@john>
Message-ID: <000d01c2626a$640accc0$2e2d07d5@Dinah>

Hey all!

As Michelle already knows I'll be coming over to London, too. But since I'm from Germany, too, organizing will be very hard to do for me. 

Since it'll be my first bigger meet I am already exiting (especially since I've known some of you for quite a long time now!) I'll be arriving on the 14th and leave on the 18th.

  ~ Dinah ~

There is no denying the fact that writers should be read but not seen.Rarely are they a winsome sight. ~ Edna Ferber



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From raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 19:16:59 2002
From: raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid (*Dinah*)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 21:16:59 +0200
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Planning for COS
References: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIEMACAAA.neilward@...> <002d01c2621d$d92eece0$6d9c01d4@john>
Message-ID: <004201c2626c$a3384880$2e2d07d5@Dinah>

Michelle asked what everyone else would like to do.

Firstly, I want to appologize for my language mistakes in my last message. I'm only half-coherent right now. 

I'd really like to just sit around in a Pub or so and chat a bit. I mean, we're going to be quite a lot of people and when is the chance of that happening again? I'm sure we'll have fun even if we don't see CoS 3 times on that weekend.

Dinah


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From simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 20:18:27 2002
From: simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid (Simon)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 21:18:27 +0100
Subject: CoS and 11th
In-Reply-To: <1032719298.351.61643.m12@yahoogroups.com>
Message-ID: <LOBBLGEGEBLNEOFHCDINMEJJEPAA.simon.hp@...>

Pingu:
>Could everyone who is certain they want to see the COS movie
>on the opening day please let me know either here or offlist as
>I shall call to try and book tickets for a meet up on the 15th
>November. Usual suspects plus..... how many?

>I propose only booking for the afternoon showing. I might
>be up for a preview but am not too bothered myself. Deadline
>to let me know if you want a ticket is Thursday night !!

I think I can make the 15th, but am fairly sure that an afternoon showing is
out. The prelimary timetable I have suggests that I will be in labs until nearly
5pm on Fridays, which could rule me out of attending altogether.



Neil:
>Mind you, I did sleep through most of my third viewing
>last time, so perhaps I'll just go to one or two this time.

I only managed one showing in total and that was enough!



Catherine wrote:
>I'm going to plan for 6pm at Charing Cross Station at the coffee shop
>next to the taxi stand (usual place for those who have been there
>before). For those who haven't, if you are facing the station, it is
>close to the entrance on the far right - close to Next.

I would guess that I cannot make it down for this, but will try to see if I can
get away.



Simon




From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 22 22:46:26 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Sun, 22 Sep 2002 23:46:26 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: meeting on October 11/Meeting place/COS
In-Reply-To: <amkq1o+o36q@...>
References: <amhpe0+ud9t@...> <amkq1o+o36q@...>
Message-ID: <hkD7akAChkj9IwqM@...>

In message <amkq1o+o36q at ...>, Grey Wolf <greywolf1 at ...> 
writes
>I have this horrible foreboding feeling I'm not going to be able to
>find that place as described. You don't happen to know the name of the
>place, do you, so I can ask in the station? Then again, if it's the
>*only* taxi stop, I can simply ask around for it... At any rate, any
>help to make it easier to find would be welcomed.

Well, it's never failed before, and it's very straight forward - there 
is only one taxi rank at Charing Cross, and that, coupled with Next, 
makes it pretty hard to miss.  There is outside seating for the coffee 
shop - it's one of the chains, but I'm not sure which - I think that 
it's Costa.  I'll check beforehand, anyway.

Catherine



From dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid  Mon Sep 23 14:00:55 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at dracos_boyfriend.yahoo.invalid (dracos_boyfriend)
Date: Mon, 23 Sep 2002 14:00:55 -0000
Subject: Movie ...
Message-ID: <amn6qn+kh6f@...>

I'm really wibbly at this point, purely because of wanting to go and 
do stuff as per Fran's plans on the scared_potter list, and wanting 
to go with you guys like we did last year, and am wondering how 
closely we're combining the showings and meetups that are occuring 
around the time of the 15th - Thursday being the London Eye day, 
Sunday being our possible trip-to-Hampshire day and so on and so 
forth.  Who's buying the tickets?  What's happening?  Am panicking.  
Waaah.  Cannot cope.  Off to Mordor

Alex




From pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid  Tue Sep 24 11:29:12 2002
From: pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid (bluesqueak)
Date: Tue, 24 Sep 2002 11:29:12 -0000
Subject: CoS and 11th
In-Reply-To: <LOBBLGEGEBLNEOFHCDINMEJJEPAA.simon.hp@...>
Message-ID: <ampia8+fltp@...>


> Pingu:
> >Could everyone who is certain they want to see the COS movie
> >on the opening day please let me know either here or offlist as
> >I shall call to try and book tickets for a meet up on the 15th
> >November. Usual suspects plus..... how many?
> 
> >I propose only booking for the afternoon showing. I might
> >be up for a preview but am not too bothered myself. Deadline
> >to let me know if you want a ticket is Thursday night !!
> 
I'd prefer an evening showing if that was possible; but an afternoon 
showing is do-able for me.

So whichever! Count me in.

Pip! Squeak





From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Wed Sep 25 21:59:16 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Wed, 25 Sep 2002 22:59:16 +0100
Subject: Reminder about COS tickets
Message-ID: <003301c264de$cb4c7ca0$429b01d4@john>

Hi everyone

If you haven't already let me know that you're interested in joining our ever increasing number of fans getting together in London for the opening day of the film of Chamber of Secrets, then please bear in mind that I need to know by tomorrow night at the latest. As things stand, list member Frances intends to try and make a booking for everyone. As far as I am aware, we intend to meet to see a lunchtime showing and then attend an evening showing too. So please indicate which showing you prefer if you don't wish to or unable to attend one showing or the other. However, please remember to confirm that you wish us to book tickets ! This will be, of course, at the Odeon in Leicester Square. Meeting time and place will be established nearer the time !


Thanks !!

Michelle



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From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu Sep 26 14:43:39 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2002 14:43:39 -0000
Subject: Reminder about COS tickets
In-Reply-To: <003301c264de$cb4c7ca0$429b01d4@john>
Message-ID: <amv6er+sq1s@...>

Michelle said:

<< So please indicate which showing you prefer if you don't wish to 
or unable to attend one showing or the other. However, please 
remember to confirm that you wish us to book tickets ! This will be, 
of course, at the Odeon in Leicester Square. Meeting time and place 
will be established nearer the time ! >>

I'm taking leave that day, but I think I'd prefer to attend the 
evening showing only.  However, if it's really awful, those people 
attending the earlier showing must pretend it was a truly wondrous 
experience, whilst not giving anything away with knowing looks.  

Frances: let me know if you need money up front for these bookings, 
or would prefer to split the load between several people.  If it's a 
large group, it may be hard to get seats in a block anyway.

Neil





From frances at forever.u-net.com  Thu Sep 26 15:25:34 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (Frances)
Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2002 15:25:34 -0000
Subject: Reminder about COS tickets
In-Reply-To: <amv6er+sq1s@...>
Message-ID: <amv8te+rr9k@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Neil Ward" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> Frances: let me know if you need money up front for these bookings, 
> or would prefer to split the load between several people.  If it's a 
> large group, it may be hard to get seats in a block anyway.
> 
> Neil

Hello Neil and everyone

I've just checked with the booking line and there is no limit to the 
number of tickets you can get in one booking. The only problem will be 
if there isn't a block a seats big enough. At the moment on my group 
there is about 18 people for each screening. I will get the tickets and 
then sort out the the money afterwards.

I'll be talking with Michelle later to get the requirements for HPfGU, 
but if anyone hasn't managed to get hold of her, I will be on YIM most 
of the evening (frances_j_potter) so please give me a buzz.

And we promise not to give away the plot if people aren't seeing it 
until the evening.

Frances





From frances at forever.u-net.com  Thu Sep 26 17:44:37 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (Frances)
Date: Thu, 26 Sep 2002 17:44:37 -0000
Subject: URGENT - CHAMBER OF SECRETS TICKETS
Message-ID: <amvh25+r7kh@...>

I am attempting to finalise my list of people who want tickets for 15th 
November.

I have the following names, but need to know:
a) Have I missed anyone
and
b) When do you want to go? Afternoon, Evening or Both

Simon
Neil
Catherine
Pipsqueak
Greywolf
Michelle
Ben
John

PLEASE either email me (frances at forever.u-net.com) or YIM me 
(frances_j_potter) or AIM me (franlet01) before 10pm this evening (26th 
September) to let me know.

If I haven't heard, I can't guarantee getting you tickets.

Thanks very much

Frances





From mike at aberforths_goat.yahoo.invalid  Fri Sep 27 07:53:55 2002
From: mike at aberforths_goat.yahoo.invalid (Aberforth's Goat)
Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 09:53:55 +0200
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Reminder about COS tickets
References: <003301c264de$cb4c7ca0$429b01d4@john>
Message-ID: <005701c265fb$08d5ef30$0200a8c0@shasta>

Hi guys!

I'm not sure whether I can make it - but I'd really like to. I've also
been looking at a theological conference in Sutton the weekend before
the flick, so I'm going to have to decide on one of them. (Even one
stay is pushing my university-laden budget, but I just got paid for a
translation freelance job that should foot the bill ... )

How soon do I have to have my mind made up? (Of course, if Alex would
promise to show up, it would obviously be a closed deal.)

Baaaaaa!

Aberforth's Goat (a.k.a. Mike Gray)
_______________________

"Of course, I'm not entirely sure he can read, so that may
not have been bravery...."

And there's proof that he can't write either - check out the
Viagramus Curse at

http://www.riddikulus.org/authors/agoat/VC01.html




From frances at forever.u-net.com  Fri Sep 27 09:25:17 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (Frances)
Date: Fri, 27 Sep 2002 09:25:17 -0000
Subject: In 8 weeks time we'll be sitting in the Odeon Leicester Square
Message-ID: <an185t+ipuo@...>

Well, that was fun!!!! I've just spent 45 minutes on the phone with a
really wonderful lady on the Odeon ticket line. She was just
brilliant. I have managed to book all the tickets *wipes sweat from
brow*. Below are all the details:

AFTERNOON:
Time: 1.25pm
Seats: Front of Circle
Price: GBP 6.50 each

EVENING:
Time: 8.35pm
Seats: Middle of Stalls
Price: GBP 10.00 each

PAYMENT: As I have now spent much more than I expected to, I would be
grateful if people could pay for their tickets as soon as possible.
This can either be done with paypal or with a cheque.

PAYPAL:
Go to https://www.paypal.com/
I think you may need to register.
My email address for payments is: frances at forever.u-net.com

CHEQUE:
British people or those with a UK bank account, pay by cheque. Email
me at the above address and I will send you my snailmail address.

Thanks very much.
*Collapses in the big heap on the floor at the thought that in 8 weeks
we will all be waiting for 1.25pm*

Mike: I'm sorry, but your email didn't get to me til after I made the
booking. We are in rows M and N in the stalls in the evening if you
want to try and get a ticket near by.

Hugs
Fran
--------------------------------------------

CONFIRMATION OF WHAT YOU'VE GOT:

Simon: 1 ticket (evening) = 10.00

Neil: 1 ticket (evening) = 10.00

Catherine: 2 tickets (afternoon/evening) = 16.50

Pipsqueak: 1 ticket (evening) = 10.00

Graywolf: 1 ticket (evening) = 10.00

Michelle: 2 tickets (afternoon/evening) = 16.50

Ben: 2 tickets (afternoon/evening) = 16.50

John: 2 tickets (afternoon/evening) = 16.50

Dinah: 2 tickets (afternoon/evening) = 16.50

Alex: 2 tickets (afternoon/evening) = 16.50







From raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid  Sat Sep 28 18:34:01 2002
From: raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid (*Dinah*)
Date: Sat, 28 Sep 2002 20:34:01 +0200
Subject: [HPFGU-London] In 8 weeks time we'll be sitting in the Odeon Leicester Square
References: <an185t+ipuo@...>
Message-ID: <001001c2671d$a0dd85e0$4d2907d5@Dinah>

Heh. Tonight I actually dreamed the whole movie, but the only thing I remember is that I thought it was a vast improvement to PS..

I guess I'll pass the time with re-reading the book a few times <g>

Dinah - very, very anxious


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From mike at aberforths_goat.yahoo.invalid  Sun Sep 29 18:43:02 2002
From: mike at aberforths_goat.yahoo.invalid (Aberforth's Goat)
Date: Sun, 29 Sep 2002 20:43:02 +0200
Subject: [HPFGU-London] In 8 weeks time we'll be sitting in the Odeon Leicester Square
References: <an185t+ipuo@...>
Message-ID: <000901c267e8$0bc46890$0200a8c0@shasta>

> Mike: I'm sorry, but your email didn't get to me til after I made
the
> booking. We are in rows M and N in the stalls in the evening if you
> want to try and get a ticket near by.

Rats. Oh well ... I guess I got started a little too late on that one.
Have fun guys!

Baaaaaa!

Aberforth's Goat (a.k.a. Mike Gray)
_______________________

"Of course, I'm not entirely sure he can read, so that may
not have been bravery...."

And there's proof that he can't write either - check out the
Viagramus Curse at

http://www.riddikulus.org/authors/agoat/VC01.html




From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Mon Sep 30 08:58:34 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (David)
Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 08:58:34 -0000
Subject: Oct 11
Message-ID: <an93nq+2i9d@...>

Just to say I won't be able to come - Ruth got her visit-friends-in-
London bid in first.

Sorry to miss you all, especially the RL first-timers

David




From bobbins29 at cockneyrebe1.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  1 22:54:19 2002
From: bobbins29 at cockneyrebe1.yahoo.invalid (fran)
Date: Tue, 01 Oct 2002 22:54:19 -0000
Subject: Hi
In-Reply-To: <amibqs+pn05@...>
Message-ID: <and92r+r3bj@...>

fiona said: 

> And guess where I 
> went on the 1st September?  Yup, Platform 5 and 6 (alias 9 3/4) at 
> Kings Cross Station at 11am.  But there was no Hogwarts Express 
just 
> some other Harry fans from around the globe (the USA to be 
precise).  
> My home is in deepest darkest Essex and I work in my local hospital.
> 
> Fiona Potter

I've only just started posting on HPforGrownUps (even though I've 
been a lurking reader for a while) so I thought I'd introduce myself 
as well.  I'm Fran, 20, from Herts.  I normally hang around 
fanfiction.net as "franthephoenix".  I was a philosophy student, but 
now... well I still am officially, but only because Reading doesn't 
believe I've left.  

Re:  King's Cross - I was relatively surprised once back last Winter 
to step off the Cambridge-King's Cross train and onto Platform 9 
3/4.  Did anyone else see it when it was all done-up?  It gave me 
quite a shock!


- Fran, not to be confused with "frances j potter", even though I am 
also a "frances j" - Frances Jane White.  




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sat Oct  5 13:05:30 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sat, 5 Oct 2002 14:05:30 +0100
Subject: Darn it... a clash
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGCEBGCBAA.neilward@...>

Oh dear.

I've just realised that ( I think) I arranged to take a business contact to
dinner on Friday evening.  For some reason, I failed to connect "Friday 11th
October" with "the Friday before Sunday 13th October".  I'm not sure what
time this thing is booked for, so if I can possibly join you before or
after, even for half an hour, I will.

Neil, feeling a bit dumb






From frances at forever.u-net.com  Sat Oct  5 15:22:31 2002
From: frances at forever.u-net.com (Frances)
Date: Sat, 05 Oct 2002 15:22:31 -0000
Subject: Payment for tickets
Message-ID: <ann03n+9jtm@...>

Hi, just another short note. If you haven't been in touch with me about 
paying for your tickets, please email me on frances at forever.u-net.com.

Message no 396 confirms what tickets people have and the cost.

Thanks
Frances





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Mon Oct  7 23:14:43 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2002 00:14:43 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Darn it... a clash
In-Reply-To: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGCEBGCBAA.neilward@...>
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIECHCBAA.neilward@...>

I said:

<< I've just realised that ( I think) I arranged to take a business contact
to dinner on Friday evening. >>

She's now suggesting "lunch or dinner would be nice," so I will push for
lunch and, with any luck, see you all as planned on Friday.

Feeling optimistic that I'll be there, my mobile no. is 07957 423 185.

Catherine and I had a brief discussion about possible restaurants and I
think we agreed that there were a few likely venues near the Pitcher &
Piano.  Does anyone *hate* any particular types of food?

Neil





From greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 10:03:16 2002
From: greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid (Grey Wolf)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 10:03:16 -0000
Subject: Darn it... a clash
In-Reply-To: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIECHCBAA.neilward@...>
Message-ID: <anuah4+ireb@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Neil Ward" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> I said:
> 
> << I've just realised that ( I think) I arranged to take a business
> contact to dinner on Friday evening. >>
> 
> She's now suggesting "lunch or dinner would be nice," so I will push
> for lunch and, with any luck, see you all as planned on Friday.

Hope you can make it! I was very much looking forward to meeting you.
 
> Feeling optimistic that I'll be there, my mobile no. is 07957 423185. 
> 
> Catherine and I had a brief discussion about possible restaurants and
> I think we agreed that there were a few likely venues near the
> Pitcher & Piano.  Does anyone *hate* any particular types of food?
> 
> Neil

Well, the only food I don't eat is vegetables, so as long as you don't 
take me to a vegetarian restaurant, I'll be OK. Also, I don't 
particularly enjoy (although I will eat) spicy (or "hot") food, so if 
you could please bypass Indian and similar eastern-style foodplaces, 
I'd be very grateful.

Hope that helps,

Grey Wolf





From dracos_boyfriend at ...  Tue Oct  8 15:36:34 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at ... (=?iso-8859-1?q?Al?=)
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2002 16:36:34 +0100 (BST)
Subject: This Friday ...
In-Reply-To: <1034087655.227.43312.m12@yahoogroups.com>
Message-ID: <20021008153635.50175.qmail@...>

Can I be refreshed on when and where we're meeting. 
I'd like to come, have a sudden burst of free time at
the end of the week that I need to use up somehow, and
will also have my New York photos to irritate you
with.

Alex

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From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 16:34:04 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 16:34:04 -0000
Subject: I'll be there/ where is "there"? /Food favourites (or not, as the case may be)
In-Reply-To: <anuah4+ireb@...>
Message-ID: <anv1ds+qp5j@...>

Firstly, I will be there on Friday.  

Secondly, Alex: We're meeting at the same place as last time (coffee 
place in the exit to Charing Cross Station) and moving to the Pitcher 
& Piano, for want of somewhere else.  Official meeting time is 6pm.  
Looking forward to seeing the NY photos! 

Grey Wolf (btw, I hope you'll reveal your real name to us) said:

<< Well, the only food I don't eat is vegetables, so as long as you 
don't take me to a vegetarian restaurant, I'll be OK. Also, I don't 
particularly enjoy (although I will eat) spicy (or "hot") food, so if 
you could please bypass Indian and similar eastern-style foodplaces, 
I'd be very grateful.

Erk.  No vegetables or spicy food?  Let's see - Italian sounds like 
the best bet for all tastes.  

Do wolves eat pasta?

Neil









From marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 17:43:16 2002
From: marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid (Marysia)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 18:43:16 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] I'll be there/ where is "there"? /Food favourites (or not, as the case may be)
In-Reply-To: <anv1ds+qp5j@...>
References: <anuah4+ireb@...> <anv1ds+qp5j@...>
Message-ID: <2766quo23bvivvm955f89ie74ukao102fh@...>

On Tue, 08 Oct 2002 16:34:04 -0000, "Neil Ward"
<neilward at ...> wrote:

>Firstly, I will be there on Friday.  

This Friday?

><< Well, the only food I don't eat is vegetables, so as long as you 
>don't take me to a vegetarian restaurant, I'll be OK. Also, I don't 
>particularly enjoy (although I will eat) spicy (or "hot") food, so if 
>you could please bypass Indian and similar eastern-style foodplaces, 
>I'd be very grateful.
>
>Erk.  No vegetables or spicy food?  Let's see - Italian sounds like 
>the best bet for all tastes.  

Italian is a pretty safe bet. Me, I love most food. Food good. How can
you not eat vegetables? There are so many different kinds.

>Do wolves eat pasta?

I think werewolves do.



From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 18:13:37 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 18:13:37 -0000
Subject: I'll be there/ where is "there"? /Food favourites (or not, as the case may be)
In-Reply-To: <2766quo23bvivvm955f89ie74ukao102fh@...>
Message-ID: <anv78h+o9mh@...>

Marysia said:

> This Friday?

Yes, it's Friday 11th.  I see you're fairly new here, Marysia, so 
welcome.  Perhaps you'll join us on Friday?

For those of you who aren't sure where we're meeting, it's the coffee 
place just inside the rightmost entrance to Charing Cross Railway 
Station as you face it from the street (near 'Next').  Its chairs 
spill out onto front of the area in front of the station.

I've lost track of who is coming, and who isn't.  Is this correct at 
the moment?

Catherine
Grey Wolf
Michelle
Alex
Fiona
Ali (needs to know where we'll be at 8pm)
Pip
Oh yeah - me

Anyone else, please add your names to the bottom of that list and 
post to the board.

Neil





From pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 18:35:35 2002
From: pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid (bluesqueak)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 18:35:35 -0000
Subject: I'll be there/ where is "there"? /Food favourites (or not, as the case may be)
In-Reply-To: <anv1ds+qp5j@...>
Message-ID: <anv8hn+715m@...>


> Erk.  No vegetables or spicy food?  Let's see - Italian sounds 
>like  the best bet for all tastes.  
> 
> Do wolves eat pasta?
> 
> Neil

Errk! Wolves may, I don't. 

Apologies; at the moment I'm under medical advice to avoid anything 
containing gluten (wheat type stuff) or lactose (milk type stuff) - 
which means if the restaurant's Italian, it's got to serve something 
*apart* from pizza or pasta.

Because a wheat-free, dairy-free pizza is pretty much a non-starter, 
really. [sheepish grin].

Eggs, vegetables, meat, fish, rice, potatoes, poultry, all ok, 
though. 

Apologies again (just as we were getting settled on Italian, huh, I 
can hear you all cry)

Pip








From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 17:34:24 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2002 18:34:24 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] This Friday ...
In-Reply-To: <20021008153635.50175.qmail@...>
References: <1034087655.227.43312.m12@yahoogroups.com>
 <20021008153635.50175.qmail@...>
Message-ID: <s148nwHgcxo9IwDS@...>

In message <20021008153635.50175.qmail at ...>, Al 
<dracos_boyfriend at ...> writes
>
>ADVERTISEMENT
>Yahoo! Groups My Groups | HPFGU-London Main Page
>http://us.adserver.yahoo.com/l?M=213858.2436161.3858594.2225242/D=egroupmail/S=:HM/A=763352/rand=782986369
>
>Can I be refreshed on when and where we're meeting.
>I'd like to come, have a sudden burst of free time at
>the end of the week that I need to use up somehow, and
>will also have my New York photos to irritate you
>with.
>
>Alex

Currently, it's 6pm, Charing Cross (the usual coffee bar near the taxi 
rank) - and we'll probably be going to the Pitcher and Piano again, 
before going to eat.

This might be a good time to have a quick head count, just so we can 
know who is definitely coming.

Finally, my mobile no. is 07710 487 375 just in case...

To start the list:

Catherine
Alex











From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 18:51:38 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 18:51:38 -0000
Subject: I'll be there/ where is "there"? /Food favourites (or not, as the case may be)
In-Reply-To: <anv8hn+715m@...>
Message-ID: <anv9fq+eu93@...>

Pip piped up on pasta:

> Errk! Wolves may, I don't. 
> 
> Apologies; at the moment I'm under medical advice to avoid anything 
> containing gluten (wheat type stuff) or lactose (milk type stuff) - 
> which means if the restaurant's Italian, it's got to serve 
something 
> *apart* from pizza or pasta.

Okay.  No vegetables for Grey Wolf, no wheat or dairy for Pip, no 
meat or fish for me.  Vodka and bananas it is, then. :-)

Neil, glad he asked the question






From pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 18:56:10 2002
From: pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid (bluesqueak)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 18:56:10 -0000
Subject: This Friday ...
In-Reply-To: <s148nwHgcxo9IwDS@...>
Message-ID: <anv9oa+g4tu@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., Catherine Coleman <catherine at c...> wrote:
> In message <20021008153635.50175.qmail at w...>, Al 
> <dracos_boyfriend at y...> writes
> >
> >ADVERTISEMENT
> >Yahoo! Groups My Groups | HPFGU-London Main Page
> >http://us.adserver.yahoo.com/l?
M=213858.2436161.3858594.2225242/D=egroupmail/S=:HM/A=763352/rand=782
986369
> >
> >Can I be refreshed on when and where we're meeting.
> >I'd like to come, have a sudden burst of free time at
> >the end of the week that I need to use up somehow, and
> >will also have my New York photos to irritate you
> >with.
> >
> >Alex
> 
> Currently, it's 6pm, Charing Cross (the usual coffee bar near the 
taxi 
> rank) - and we'll probably be going to the Pitcher and Piano 
again, 
> before going to eat.
> 
> This might be a good time to have a quick head count, just so we 
can 
> know who is definitely coming.
> 
> Finally, my mobile no. is 07710 487 375 just in case...
> 
> To start the list:
> 
> Catherine
> Alex
   Pip




From Ali at alhewison.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 20:21:01 2002
From: Ali at alhewison.yahoo.invalid (Ali)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 20:21:01 -0000
Subject: This Friday ...
In-Reply-To: <anv9oa+g4tu@...>
Message-ID: <anvend+q9ea@...>


> --- In HPFGU-London at y..., Catherine Coleman <catherine at c...> wrote:
> >
> > 
> > Currently, it's 6pm, Charing Cross (the usual coffee bar near the 
> taxi  rank) - and we'll probably be going to the Pitcher and Piano 
> again, before going to eat.
> > 
> > This might be a good time to have a quick head count, just so we 
> can know who is definitely coming.
> > 
> > Finally, my mobile no. is 07710 487 375 just in case...
> > 
> > To start the list:
> > 
> > Catherine
> > Alex
>    Pip
     Ali - I should hopefully be able to get there for 6. I'm meeting 
my hubby at Heathrow and handing over the kids before coming into 
London. His plane lands at 3.30, so depending on if it's on time, how 
quickly he clears customs etc etc...

I like all food as long as it hasn't got meat in it!!

My mobile no is 07740 168437 - but I'll ring Catherine if it looks 
like I'm going to be late.

Will be weird to put faces to the names and actually meet other HP 
people at long last.

Ali





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 20:40:03 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 20:40:03 -0000
Subject: This Friday ...
In-Reply-To: <anvend+q9ea@...>
Message-ID: <anvfr3+pjcv@...>

> > > To start the list:
> > > 
> > > Catherine
> > > Alex
> >    Pip
>      Ali - I should hopefully be able to get there for 6. 
Neil (mob: 07957 423 185) 

(I'll join in here, since I'm at cross-purposes with Catherine's 
thread!)







From greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct  8 22:07:05 2002
From: greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid (Grey Wolf)
Date: Tue, 08 Oct 2002 22:07:05 -0000
Subject: This Friday ...
In-Reply-To: <anvfr3+pjcv@...>
Message-ID: <anvku9+c1vs@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Neil Ward" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> > > > To start the list:
> > > > 
> > > > Catherine
> > > > Alex
> > >    Pip
> >      Ali - I should hopefully be able to get there for 6. 
> Neil (mob: 07957 423 185) 
Grey Wolf

> Okay.  No vegetables for Grey Wolf, no wheat or dairy for Pip, no 
> meat or fish for me.  Vodka and bananas it is, then. :-)

I should mention that I don't drink alcohol (or smoke, or take any sort of drug), 
so I'm afraid it's going to be just bananas for me... ;-)

I think the best idea would be to go to a normal restaurant, were they serve 
meat, fish and salads. I can take care of Ali's and Neil's meat, they can take 
care of my vegetables, and Pip will surely be able to find something without 
gluten.

On the other hand, we might want to tour London's restaurants, and everyone 
of us could simply go into the one that (s)he feels won't try to poison them.

Hope that helps,

Grey Wolf




From marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid  Wed Oct  9 18:02:52 2002
From: marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid (Marysia)
Date: Wed, 09 Oct 2002 19:02:52 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: I'll be there/ where is "there"? /Food favourites (or not, as the case may be)
In-Reply-To: <anv78h+o9mh@...>
References: <2766quo23bvivvm955f89ie74ukao102fh@...> <anv78h+o9mh@...>
Message-ID: <ior8qu4jf8f20ceku5u6495dr43ncr5cro@...>

On Tue, 08 Oct 2002 18:13:37 -0000, "Neil Ward"
<neilward at ...> wrote:

>I've lost track of who is coming, and who isn't.  Is this correct at 
>the moment?
>
>Catherine
>Grey Wolf
>Michelle
>Alex
>Fiona
>Ali (needs to know where we'll be at 8pm)
>Pip
>Oh yeah - me
Marysia

>Anyone else, please add your names to the bottom of that list and 
>post to the board.

Am coming unless world ends unexpectedly before then. 



From marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid  Wed Oct  9 18:04:18 2002
From: marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid (Marysia)
Date: Wed, 09 Oct 2002 19:04:18 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: I'll be there/ where is "there"? /Food favourites (or not, as the case may be)
In-Reply-To: <anv9fq+eu93@...>
References: <anv8hn+715m@...> <anv9fq+eu93@...>
Message-ID: <krr8qu0ib3ueqhl25is2824sov1lnog5hm@...>

On Tue, 08 Oct 2002 18:51:38 -0000, "Neil Ward"
<neilward at ...> wrote:

>Okay.  No vegetables for Grey Wolf, no wheat or dairy for Pip, no 
>meat or fish for me.  Vodka and bananas it is, then. :-)

There's always Garlic & Shots, not quite vodka & bananas but I guess
no-one thought of that yet.



From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu Oct 10 23:34:17 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Fri, 11 Oct 2002 00:34:17 +0100
Subject: Latest for Friday...
In-Reply-To: <ior8qu4jf8f20ceku5u6495dr43ncr5cro@...>
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGKEEMCBAA.neilward@...>

Hi all,

As far as I'm aware, the following people are confirmed for tomorrow:

Catherine
Grey Wolf
Michelle
Alex
Ali
Pip
Neil
Marysia

Fiona hasn't confirmed, but she did say she wanted to come, and that she'd
be carrying a Harry Potter book (hmm, not sure that narrows it down much).

We haven't decided where to eat yet, but it's pretty clear that variety is
essential.  Somewhere non-spicy with more than one type of salad, but not
exclusively vegetarian, would probably fit the bill.

It's getting late now, but I'll give it some more thought tomorrow.  With
8-9 people, we may have to think about booking a table.

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

Neil





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Thu Oct 10 23:52:48 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Fri, 11 Oct 2002 00:52:48 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Latest for Friday...
In-Reply-To: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGKEEMCBAA.neilward@...>
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGGEENCBAA.neilward@...>

<< We haven't decided where to eat yet, but it's pretty clear that variety
is
essential.  Somewhere non-spicy with more than one type of salad, but not
exclusively vegetarian, would probably fit the bill. >>

Me again.  There's a wine bar Catherine mentioned to me and I think she
meant Gordon's in Villers Street
(http://www.coventgardenlife.com/places.asp?PlaceID='46')

also (http://www.hotelspree.com/detail/London/_/United_Kingdom/230775/).

It looks okay, has some history (dates from the 14C), it's near Charing
Cross, fairly cheap and with a variety of food.

The only problem is that I found a website that said it was closed until
Nov/Dec.  Will need to find out if it's open.

Neil






From chris at lurkwarbler.yahoo.invalid  Fri Oct 11 05:01:27 2002
From: chris at lurkwarbler.yahoo.invalid (Chris M. Dickson)
Date: Fri, 11 Oct 2002 06:01:27 +0100
Subject: Nimbus - 2003
Message-ID: <zqNkkXFnslp9EwQo@...>

Nimbus 2003 is a symposium on Harry Potter presented by Harry Potter for
Grown Ups, with support from FictionAlley and The Leaky Cauldron. It
will take place in Orlando, Florida next July.

Other than the HPFGU connection, it is particularly pertinent to this
newsgroup because there is an online chat session taking place tomorrow
(Friday, October 11th) particularly aimed at answering questions from
Europeans who are thinking of making the journey to come and see
speakers and fandom members from all around the world. We'll be talking
about our prime location at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
Resort, but will be happy to answer any questions that you have.

It is rather a shame that the chat session will happen to coincide with
an occasion when one group of HP fans who happen to get together in real
life are doing so already, but these coincidences do happen. There
should be another session focused at Europeans before Christmas if
you're interested but can't make it tomorrow.

You can find out more about the event at http://www.hp2003.org/ - the
chat session will take place at 8pm British Standard Time (9pm Central
European Summer Time or 3pm Eastern Daylight Time) in the usual
location, the HPFGU chat room.

In short: Fri 11th October, 8pm UK time, http://www.hpfgu.org.uk/chat .

See you there!
Chris

-- 
  Chris M. Dickson, Middlesbrough, Great Britain. * chris at ...
  http://www.msoworld.com/ * http://www.livejournal.com/users/jiggery_pokery/

  Nimbus 2003, Harry Potter symposium: Orlando, July - http://www.hp2003.org/



From HPFGU-London at yahoogroups.com  Fri Oct 11 14:49:43 2002
From: HPFGU-London at yahoogroups.com (HPFGU-London at yahoogroups.com)
Date: 11 Oct 2002 14:49:43 -0000
Subject: New poll for HPFGU-London 
Message-ID: <1034347783.109.61554.w74@yahoogroups.com>


Enter your vote today!  A new poll has been created for the 
HPFGU-London group:

Do you write/read HP fan-fiction? 

  o Yes, I write and read it 
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  o I don't read/write any fanfic 
  o None of your business 


To vote, please visit the following web page:

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Thanks!

 







From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Fri Oct 11 15:51:12 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Fri, 11 Oct 2002 15:51:12 -0000
Subject: Latest for Friday...
In-Reply-To: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGGEENCBAA.neilward@...>
Message-ID: <ao6s1g+ffan@...>

> The only problem is that I found a website that said it was closed 
until
> Nov/Dec.  Will need to find out if it's open.

Gordon's *is* open, so we *could* go there.  They said it gets very 
busy on a Friday (no surprise, but at least it's not a dive).  The 
website I mentioned above referred to the year 1995: Nice to see 
current information in circulation on the internet.

Of course, we could go somewhere else, and I've never been to 
Gordon's before, so can't vouch for it being nice.

My mobile is 07957 423 185, just in case you didn't have that before, 
and I think Catherine mentioned hers in a previous message.

CU L8R

Neil





From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sat Oct 12 04:15:25 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sat, 12 Oct 2002 05:15:25 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Nimbus - 2003
In-Reply-To: <zqNkkXFnslp9EwQo@...>
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIEFHCBAA.neilward@...>

Hi Chris,

Sorry to have missed the chat.  As you mentioned, we had a RL London meeting
last night, which went very well.

Many people on our list are aware of the Orlando event and some are planning
to be there.  I'm planning to go myself and it would be good to have a
strong European contingent, so I will plug it further on HPfGU-London.

Best regards

Neil

<< Nimbus 2003 is a symposium on Harry Potter presented by Harry Potter for
Grown Ups, with support from FictionAlley and The Leaky Cauldron. It
will take place in Orlando, Florida next July. >>







From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Thu Oct 24 10:29:55 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2002 11:29:55 +0100
Subject: Between movie arrangements
Message-ID: <000f01c27b48$4c14f9a0$f19401d4@ukf974444>

Hi everyone

I've booked a table for us at the Pitcher and Piano for half past four ( after the movie ) for the 15th. 

There is an option of canapes if we all them. Can you please let me know if you want them or not. They are faxing me through a menu and a confirmation of the booking. I have not made and arrangements for that because I want to know if that's what you want me to do. So let me know !! 

Thanks

Michelle


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From frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid  Thu Oct 24 12:20:47 2002
From: frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid (Frances)
Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2002 12:20:47 -0000
Subject: The Film and meeting up
Message-ID: <ap8oiv+se1q@...>

Hi, this is a message for those on the list who are coming to see HP:CoS on 
15th. 

I thought we could arrange to meet in Leicester Square at about 12.30pm (an 
hour before the film starts).

Michelle suggested a pink umbrella as a sign of who we are and that maybe 
we'd get John to wave it around! I suggested we meet by the statue of Charlie 
Chaplin, which I believe is in the middle of Leicester Square. There is a 
performance of HP before the one we will be seeing, so we won't be able to 
go straight in to the cinema. Anyone who hasn't turned up half an hour before 
the film starts (1pm) will be too late as I will be going in by then.

My mobile phone number is 07734 106836. Can someone from each little 
group make sure they have this number so they can contact us in case of 
problems in getting to the cinema.

The film will finish about 4.30pm I would think. With the later performance 
8.35pm, so we have plenty of time to chat and eat etc. Michelle has booked a 
table at the Pitcher+Piano (see her post). 

For those only coming to the evening show, you can either join everyone 
earlier in the evening or meet at the cinema again. That performance is at 
8.35pm, so we will be going in at about 8.10pm I would think. So, please don't 
be late.

I'll confirm things nearer the time if that is okay. If anyone has problems with 
timings etc, please let me know.

All the best
Frances





From john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid  Thu Oct 24 16:07:26 2002
From: john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid (John Walton)
Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2002 17:07:26 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Between movie arrangements
In-Reply-To: <1035455155.18697@...>
Message-ID: <1035475178.32240@...>


Michelle Apostolides said:

> There is an option of canapes if we all them. Can you please let me know if
> you want them or not. They are faxing me through a menu and a confirmation of
> the booking. I have not made and arrangements for that because I want to know
> if that's what you want me to do. So let me know !!

On the topic of food:

I'm currently having exceedingly good results with the Atkins un-diet. This
means no carbohydrates for me -- none at all. No sugar or starch, basically.
Essentially, I can eat cheese and meat and fish, but not in combination with
any starch or sugar.

So, I'll have a bag of dessicated animal pieces in my bag to nibble on, but
if the Pig and Pumpkin *grin* can put on something along the meat-cheese
line, that would be fab.

--John

________________________________

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can't afford to have us read and love Tolkien's LOTR.  It's subversive
literature, and the only way they can be safe is to convince us all that
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From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Thu Oct 24 18:17:52 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2002 19:17:52 +0100
Subject: Canape menus
Message-ID: <002101c27b89$abd9aa20$e59b01d4@ukf974444>

OK, there are three options - according to price. 

?6, ? 8.50 or ? 12 per person

the ? 6 menu is tortilla chips with guacamole and tomato coriander salsa, chicken satay with spicy peanut dip, pork sausage with hooney and mustard glaze, deep fried baby potatoes with a creme fraiche and chive dip, vegetarian spring rolls with coriander and chilli dip. 

?8.50 - potato wedges with creme fraiche and garlic dips, chicken satay again, sausages with honey and orange glaze, lamb kofta with tzatziki, veggie spring rolls, deep fried brie with chilli prawn sauce, pitta served with houmous, tomato and tzatziki dip

the ? 12 is all the above but with cod goujons with a cheeky tartare sauce, mozarella, tomato and pesto crostinis, and roast beef and onion crostinis. 

They need a week's notice but seeing as there are lots of you to get an opnion off off, please let me know yes or no to whatever when you can.  

Michelle




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From john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid  Thu Oct 24 21:45:05 2002
From: john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid (John Walton)
Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2002 22:45:05 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Canape menus
In-Reply-To: <1035485167.16631@...>
Message-ID: <1035495438.11945@...>


Michelle Apostolides said:

> They need a week's notice but seeing as there are lots of you to get an opnion
> off off, please let me know yes or no to whatever when you can.

Okeydoke then, not for me, thanks :) I'll delve into the bag of dessicated
dead animal parts in my handbag.

--J

________________________________

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duvet up to cover his firm, slightly hairy chest.
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http://www.astronomytower.org/cgi-bin/links/jump.cgi?ID=264
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From dracos_boyfriend at ...  Fri Oct 25 15:13:46 2002
From: dracos_boyfriend at ... (=?iso-8859-1?q?Al?=)
Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2002 16:13:46 +0100 (BST)
Subject: cheeky sauce
In-Reply-To: <1035552250.407.92655.m12@yahoogroups.com>
Message-ID: <20021025151346.42373.qmail@...>

Can they do a nice, pleasant, chatty tartare sauce instead?

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From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Fri Oct 25 15:47:42 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2002 15:47:42 -0000
Subject: Canape menus
In-Reply-To: <002101c27b89$abd9aa20$e59b01d4@ukf974444>
Message-ID: <apbp2u+k3ki@...>

Michelle Apostolides wrote:

OK, there are three options - according to price. 

All look okay and, as a vegetarian, I spy a few edible things (I hope 
to join you, but as I'm only going to the evening show, I may stay 
away, to avoid hearing about the movie).  

To celebrate, a short limerick: -

There was a Professor called Snape
Who floated around in a cape
His tartare was cheeky
Decidedly freaky 
Especially beside a canape

Neil 




From raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid  Fri Oct 25 16:33:11 2002
From: raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid (raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid)
Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2002 10:33:11 -0600
Subject: Canape menus
In-Reply-To: <apbp2u+k3ki@...> 
References: <apbp2u+k3ki@...>
Message-ID: <courier.3DB97247.00007B7A@...>

Neil Ward writes 

>There was a Professor called Snape
>Who floated around in a cape
>His tartare was cheeky
>Decidedly freaky 
>Especially beside a canape

I had sudden visions of Snape doing a 9 1/2 weeks strip in front of my inner 
eye. I think it needs testing, too <g> 

Dinah 




From marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid  Sat Oct 26 16:08:41 2002
From: marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid (Marysia)
Date: Sat, 26 Oct 2002 17:08:41 +0100
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Canape menus
In-Reply-To: <002101c27b89$abd9aa20$e59b01d4@ukf974444>
References: <002101c27b89$abd9aa20$e59b01d4@ukf974444>
Message-ID: <190lrus9fom2l3f9q0dslp4k61nrb86qr2@...>

On Thu, 24 Oct 2002 19:17:52 +0100, "Michelle Apostolides"
<pinguthegreek at ...> wrote:

>OK, there are three options - according to price. 
>6,  8.50 or  12 per person
>
>the  6 menu is tortilla chips with guacamole and tomato coriander salsa, chicken satay with spicy peanut dip, pork sausage with hooney and mustard glaze, deep fried baby potatoes with a creme fraiche and chive dip, vegetarian spring rolls with coriander and chilli dip. 

The cheaper version is fine by me. I'm not interested in spending any
more than that on snack type stuff.

-- 
 Marysia - http://www.marysia.com/ 
 Music at www.mp3.com/marysia and www.mp3.com/celtic




From pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid  Sat Oct 26 17:27:09 2002
From: pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid (bluesqueak)
Date: Sat, 26 Oct 2002 17:27:09 -0000
Subject: Canape menus
In-Reply-To: <002101c27b89$abd9aa20$e59b01d4@ukf974444>
Message-ID: <apej9d+j8ie@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Michelle Apostolides" 
<pinguthegreek at u...> wrote:
> OK, there are three options - according to price. 
> 
> ?6, ? 8.50 or ? 12 per person
> 
> the ? 6 menu is tortilla chips with guacamole and tomato coriander 
salsa, chicken satay with spicy peanut dip, pork sausage with hooney 
and mustard glaze, deep fried baby potatoes with a creme fraiche and 
chive dip, vegetarian spring rolls with coriander and chilli dip. 
<Snip>
> Michelle

The ?6 menu sounds fine for me. At least, there are things in it I 
can eat [grin]. I'm not seeing the afternoon showing, but should be 
arriving at the Pitcher and Piano about 5ish. 

Grey Wolf is coming along as well, but I don't know if he wants any 
food.

(Don't worry about talking about the movie as far as I'm concerned 
btw - I'm one of those strange people who *enjoy* talking about a 
film before I see it).

Pip

Pip




From lauren.healy at loz31852002.yahoo.invalid  Sun Oct 27 14:31:35 2002
From: lauren.healy at loz31852002.yahoo.invalid (Lauren Healy)
Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2002 14:31:35 -0000
Subject: Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <1035724551.1377.71755.m12@yahoogroups.com>
Message-ID: <MBBBIJLGHHKMCFCGKJCCAEFDCBAA.lauren.healy@...>



Hi!

My name is Lauren and I live in Newcastle upon Tyne.  This is the nearest
regional list I can get for me, so I decided to join it.  I just wanted to
say 'Hi' and let people know that you have a newbie among you!

Interesting canape menu, btw!  ;)

Lauren  :-)




From greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid  Sun Oct 27 15:38:25 2002
From: greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid (Grey Wolf)
Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2002 15:38:25 -0000
Subject: Canape menus
In-Reply-To: <apej9d+j8ie@...>
Message-ID: <aph19h+ioc1@...>

bluesqueak wrote:
> Michelle Apostolides wrote:
> > OK, there are three options - according to price. 
> > 
> > ?6, ? 8.50 or ? 12 per person
> > 
> > the ? 6 menu is tortilla chips with guacamole and tomato coriander 
> salsa, chicken satay with spicy peanut dip, pork sausage with hooney 
> and mustard glaze, deep fried baby potatoes with a creme fraiche and 
> chive dip, vegetarian spring rolls with coriander and chilli dip. 
> <Snip>
> > Michelle

> Grey Wolf is coming along as well, but I don't know if he wants any 
> food.
> 
> Pip

Yes, I'm coming along, but I won't be taking any food. I'll eat in the 
train, and that should tie me until much later (and I'm scared of those 
menus: I don't understand half of the words, and I instinctively 
distrust food named strangely).

Oh, and I don't mind talking about the film (it's not as if you could 
spoil the ending, anyway, since you can see it in the trailer), but for 
some reason I always end up talking about MAGIC DISHWASHER anyway...

Hope that helps,

Grey Wolf





From chris at lurkwarbler.yahoo.invalid  Sun Oct 27 17:30:11 2002
From: chris at lurkwarbler.yahoo.invalid (Chris M. Dickson)
Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2002 17:30:11 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <MBBBIJLGHHKMCFCGKJCCAEFDCBAA.lauren.healy@...>
References: <1035724551.1377.71755.m12@yahoogroups.com>
 <MBBBIJLGHHKMCFCGKJCCAEFDCBAA.lauren.healy@...>
Message-ID: <XRLZceUjKCv9EwXg@...>

In message <MBBBIJLGHHKMCFCGKJCCAEFDCBAA.lauren.healy at ...>, Lauren
Healy <lauren.healy at ...> writes
>My name is Lauren and I live in Newcastle upon Tyne.  This is the nearest
>regional list I can get for me, so I decided to join it.

Well, here's a shout out from Middlesbrough. (I know a student at Durham
University who writes HP fanfic, too.) I do suspect that this has
unofficially morphed into HPFGU-UK to a certain extent.

I hope you London folk don't mind!
Chris

-- 
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  http://www.msoworld.com/ * http://www.livejournal.com/users/jiggery_pokery/

  Nimbus 2003, Harry Potter symposium: Orlando, July - http://www.hp2003.org/



From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sun Oct 27 18:12:25 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2002 18:12:25 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <XRLZceUjKCv9EwXg@...>
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGKENLCBAA.neilward@...>

Lauren said:

<< My name is Lauren and I live in Newcastle upon Tyne.  This is the nearest
regional list I can get for me, so I decided to join it. >>

Chris replied:

<<Well, here's a shout out from Middlesbrough. (I know a student at Durham
University who writes HP fanfic, too.) I do suspect that this has
unofficially morphed into HPFGU-UK to a certain extent.

I hope you London folk don't mind! >>

I don't.  After all, they have one group each for the whole of Australia,
Texas, Germany and many other areas larger than our sceptred isle.

I think we've only had one physical meeting outside London (in Oxford), but
perhaps we could plan to meet up in Manchester, or somewhere more northerly,
at some point?  I'm sure some of us southerners would make the trip beyond
Watford.  I say "southerners," but I'm actually a Midlander (Wellingborough)
myself.

Thoughts?

Oh - welcome to Lauren!

Neil





From orlaquirke2002 at orlaquirke2002.yahoo.invalid  Mon Oct 28 07:47:36 2002
From: orlaquirke2002 at orlaquirke2002.yahoo.invalid (orlaquirke2002)
Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2002 07:47:36 -0000
Subject: Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <MBBBIJLGHHKMCFCGKJCCAEFDCBAA.lauren.healy@...>
Message-ID: <apiq2o+7tff@...>

Hi! I'm a newbie too! I'm studying in Cambridge at the mo, but this 
was the closest group I could find. I really would like to meet some 
fans in the area, but I have tickets to one of the previews of CoS, 
so the London meeting on the fifteenth isn't cost efficient for me. 
Is there anyone out there from east anglia who fancies meeting for a 
drink to disscuss harry potter etc?

Orla




From sally at sallygrist.yahoo.invalid  Mon Oct 28 15:50:46 2002
From: sally at sallygrist.yahoo.invalid (sallygrist)
Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2002 15:50:46 -0000
Subject: Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <apiq2o+7tff@...>
Message-ID: <apjmcm+7bmm@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "orlaquirke2002" <orlaquirke2002 at y...> 
wrote:
 
> Is there anyone out there from east anglia who fancies meeting for 
>a drink to disscuss harry potter etc?> 


Hi Orla and everyone else out there , I'm also a newbie so I thought 
I'd take the oportunity to introduce myself. 

Sadly I'm not from East Anglia so I can't take you up on that offer 
for a drink, although I feel exactly the same way in wanting to meet 
up with other fans for a bit of real-life HP chit-chat.

I live just outside London in Kent, and have been really tempted by 
the idea of meeting up with everyone on the 15th, (mmmm, those 
canapes look tasty, but hang on, what, no butterbeer??!!!) We must 
get the recipe from JK one of these days!

But anyway, I too have a ticket to a preview, I'm lucky enough to be 
going to a press screening, so as much as I'd LOVE to meet you all, I 
don't want to turn up at your lovely event having already seen the 
film, I think that might spoil the occasion a bit. 

Meanwhile, if there's anyone out there from Kent, get in touch if you 
fancy meeting up some time!

Sally








From obby at obbeh.yahoo.invalid  Mon Oct 28 16:45:41 2002
From: obby at obbeh.yahoo.invalid (Richard Thorp)
Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2002 16:45:41 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <apjmcm+7bmm@...>
References: <apjmcm+7bmm@...>
Message-ID: <19087691093.20021028164541@...>

Hehe, also a newbie myself..

Living in Southend-on-Sea, and would come up to see CoS with peeps,
but am busy on that day (grrrr), so will have to see it with some
friends down here.. Tho if anything else goes on in London I'd love to
come along! Easy travelling distance really :)

-Rich
msn: obbles at ...




From john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid  Mon Oct 28 19:38:30 2002
From: john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid (John Walton)
Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2002 19:38:30 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <1035819782.11350@...>
Message-ID: <1035833444.5602@...>


sallygrist said:

> But anyway, I too have a ticket to a preview, I'm lucky enough to be
> going to a press screening, so as much as I'd LOVE to meet you all, I
> don't want to turn up at your lovely event having already seen the
> film, I think that might spoil the occasion a bit.

Oh, don't worry about that, Sally -- I'm planning to go to a preview in
Dundee the week before! Do come along, and we can smirk in the corner at the
people who've not seen it before. *grin*

--John

________________________________

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From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Mon Oct 28 20:03:54 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2002 20:03:54 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Hi, I'm a newbie!
References: <1035833444.5602@...>
Message-ID: <000f01c27ebd$251d6f80$649401d4@ukf974444>

Oh, don't worry about that, Sally -- I'm planning to go to a preview in
Dundee the week before! Do come along, and we can smirk in the corner at the
people who've not seen it before. *grin*

Oi !

No spoiling it for the rest of us John, even if we adore you !

Michelle




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From sally at sallygrist.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 15:17:48 2002
From: sally at sallygrist.yahoo.invalid (sallygrist)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 15:17:48 -0000
Subject: Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <000f01c27ebd$251d6f80$649401d4@ukf974444>
Message-ID: <apm8qs+4n8q@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Michelle Apostolides" <pinguthegreek at u...> 
wrote:
> Oh, don't worry about that, Sally -- I'm planning to go to a 
preview in
> Dundee the week before! Do come along, and we can smirk in the 
corner at the
> people who've not seen it before. *grin*
> 
> Oi !
> 
> No spoiling it for the rest of us John, even if we adore you !
> 
> Michelle
> 
 

Well in that case I'd love to come on the 15th, but I'll try to 
refrain from any 'corner-smirking'.

Someone told me that the blue Ford Anglia is gonna be on display 
throughout the premiere week, does anyone know if it'll still be 
there by the 15th?

Sal




From catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 15:49:41 2002
From: catherine at catorman.yahoo.invalid (Catherine Coleman)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 15:49:41 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <apm8qs+4n8q@...>
References: <000f01c27ebd$251d6f80$649401d4@ukf974444>
 <apm8qs+4n8q@...>
Message-ID: <KZzTFSBV4qv9IwN3@...>

In message <apm8qs+4n8q at ...>, sallygrist 
<sally at ...> writes
>Well in that case I'd love to come on the 15th, but I'll try to
>refrain from any 'corner-smirking'.
>
>Someone told me that the blue Ford Anglia is gonna be on display
>throughout the premiere week, does anyone know if it'll still be
>there by the 15th?
>
>Sal

Firstly, a welcome to all those who have recently joined us.  Sal, I'm 
in South East London (Blackheath), and make regular forays into Kent 
(mainly to spend money in Bluewater).  Whereabouts are you?

Secondly, I don't know if the Ford Anglia will still be there, but if 
not, we have something much better - the Mechanimagus Moderator, Flying 
Ford Anglia himself will be joining us.

Catherine




From frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 15:42:32 2002
From: frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid (Frances)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 15:42:32 -0000
Subject: Tickets
Message-ID: <apma98+toem@...>

Just to let you know that I picked up all the tickets yesterday, so at least I know 
we have them.

Sally, I'll be seeing the film the weekend before as well, so I can conspire in 
corners as well *grins*. Which performance are you going to on 15th and 
what is your seat number? It would be nice to know if you are anywhere 
nearby.

Frances




From sally at sallygrist.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 16:57:37 2002
From: sally at sallygrist.yahoo.invalid (sallygrist)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 16:57:37 -0000
Subject: 'Mechanimagus Moderators'???
In-Reply-To: <KZzTFSBV4qv9IwN3@...>
Message-ID: <apmem1+km2g@...>

I'm 
> in South East London (Blackheath), and make regular forays into 
Kent 
> (mainly to spend money in Bluewater).  Whereabouts are you?
> 
> Secondly, I don't know if the Ford Anglia will still be there, but 
if 
> not, we have something much better - the Mechanimagus Moderator, 
Flying 
> Ford Anglia himself will be joining us.
> 
> Catherine

Hiya Catherine,

Yes I regularly frequent the malls of Bluewater too. I live just 
outside of Maidstone, well actually I confess, its really Chatham, 
but telling people you come from Chatham doesn't do you many favours, 
particulary since the launch of the 'Chatham Girl' website. (Which 
incidentally is frighteningly accurate representation of my hometown, 
but I pray I'm not one of the stereotypes!). 

So anyway, you say that the 'Mechanimagus Moderator' will be joining 
us??? I'm not sure who this although I've seen someone called Flying 
Ford Anglia on the message boards. 

I assume this is one of the moderators from HPFGU who has mastered 
the technique of transfiguring him/herself into a car? If so then I 
greatly look forward to his/her after-dinner party-piece :o)

Sally




From sally at sallygrist.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 17:02:12 2002
From: sally at sallygrist.yahoo.invalid (sallygrist)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 17:02:12 -0000
Subject: Tickets
In-Reply-To: <apma98+toem@...>
Message-ID: <apmeuk+4ush@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Frances" <frances.potter at t...> wrote:

Which performance are you going to on 15th and 
> what is your seat number? It would be nice to know if you are 
anywhere 
> nearby.
> 
> Frances

Hi Frances, 
I haven't got a ticket yet as I haven't got round to looking up who 
I'm supposed to be telling that I'd like to come! 
I will get around to it, but I really should do some work at some 
point today instead of posting messages on this message board!!!
Sal





From annahemmant at ...  Tue Oct 29 17:27:00 2002
From: annahemmant at ... (=?iso-8859-1?q?Anna=20Hemmant?=)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 17:27:00 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Tickets
In-Reply-To: <apmeuk+4ush@...>
Message-ID: <20021029172700.59256.qmail@...>


Hi. I'd like to unsubscribe from this group please, as I've joined under another name.
Cheers, 
Anna




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From john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 17:56:57 2002
From: john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid (John Walton)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 17:56:57 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Tickets
In-Reply-To: <1035912625.31412@...>
Message-ID: <1035913751.15394@...>


Anna Hemmant said:

 
> Hi. I'd like to unsubscribe from this group please, as I've joined under
> another name.

As it says at the bottom of every message,

To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
HPFGU-London-unsubscribe at yahoogroups.com

--John





From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 18:58:37 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 18:58:37 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Hi, I'm a newbie!
References: <000f01c27ebd$251d6f80$649401d4@ukf974444> <apm8qs+4n8q@...> <KZzTFSBV4qv9IwN3@...>
Message-ID: <000801c27f7d$32d73780$259401d4@ukf974444>

Firstly, a welcome to all those who have recently joined us.  Sal, I'm 
in South East London (Blackheath), and make regular forays into Kent 
(mainly to spend money in Bluewater).  Whereabouts are you?

Welcome from me too. I am in Essex, but go to Bluewater sometimes - more so now I can drive my car !!

Michelle


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From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 19:51:06 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 19:51:06 -0000
Subject: 'Mechanimagus Moderators'???
In-Reply-To: <apmem1+km2g@...>
Message-ID: <apmora+4ri2@...>

Sally said, in response to Catherine:

<< So anyway, you say that the 'Mechanimagus Moderator' will be 
joining us??? I'm not sure who this although I've seen someone called 
Flying Ford Anglia on the message boards. 
 
I assume this is one of the moderators from HPFGU who has mastered 
the technique of transfiguring him/herself into a car? If so then I 
greatly look forward to his/her after-dinner party-piece :o) >>

For the uninitiated, that's me.  I may have to stick to my human form 
on the 15th though, as despite being quite compact as a car I fear 
I'd take up most of a row of seats.  

I may wink my indicators at you if you talk to me nicely. :-)

Neil
 





From frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 20:23:38 2002
From: frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid (Frances)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 20:23:38 -0000
Subject: Tickets
In-Reply-To: <apmeuk+4ush@...>
Message-ID: <apmqoa+bpsn@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "sallygrist" <sally at g...> wrote:
> Hi Frances, 
> I haven't got a ticket yet as I haven't got round to looking up who 
> I'm supposed to be telling that I'd like to come! 
> I will get around to it, but I really should do some work at some 
> point today instead of posting messages on this message board!!!
> Sal

Hi Sally
The number for the Odeon booking line is: 0870 505 0007 and the cinema 
you need to ask for is the Odeon Leicester Square.

We have booked the following seats for 15th November, so if you ask you 
might be able to still get seats nearby. I booked a couple of extra tickets at the 
weekend, so there might be some odd seats available.

1.25pm performance (6.50 per seat):
Royal circle (oh how posh!)
A15 to 29
B15 to 25
C15 to 17. I then booked C20 at the weekend. 

8.35pm performance (10.00 per seat):
Middle stalls 
M16 to 31
N16 to 26
I then booked M35 at the weekend.

Hope this is useful to you and that you can get a seat.

Good luck
Frances




From leiabelle at princessleiabelle.yahoo.invalid  Tue Oct 29 20:33:52 2002
From: leiabelle at princessleiabelle.yahoo.invalid (Erin)
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 20:33:52 -0000
Subject: 'nother newbie!
Message-ID: <apmrbg+bq69@...>

Hello! I'm an American student transplanted to Lancaster University.  
Am a fandom lurker, but most of the people with whom I squee over HP  
are back in the States, so I'm trying to branch out over here.

I have a ticket to the 8:35pm show, seat 29 row K.  Can anyone tell 
me whether this is good?

I'm going into London with some friends who are going to see Bombay 
Dreams instead (what are they thinking??), so I'd like to meet up 
with you all before the show, if possible.

With any luck, I will be going to a preview in Manchester on the 
9th.  Can I join the corner-smirkers?  :D

Hope to see you soon!

~Erin




From john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid  Wed Oct 30 17:27:29 2002
From: john at johnwaltonvu.yahoo.invalid (John Walton)
Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2002 17:27:29 +0000
Subject: COS Previews in Dundee
Message-ID: <1035998383.32156@...>


Hi folks,

Just wondering if there's anybody who might be interested in joining me at
the Dundee Contemporary Arts Theatre
(http://dca.org.uk/cinema/film_times.asp?id=434) at 5.15 or 8.15 on Friday,
the 8th of November. There are still seats left if you're interested, and
they're unallocated, so I plan to arrive at about four or so to get decent
seats.

I also have a spare bed -- in a cupboard, no less -- if anybody wants/needs
to stay over.

*hopeful look*

--John
____________________________________________

"People see you sneaking out of my bedroom at 2am, they might get the wrong
idea."
"Thanks," said Harry, and took the cloak.
"On the other hand, it could only enhance my reputation as a major stud,"
added Draco cheerfully.
--Draco Veritas, Chapter 3, by Cassandra Claire, at www.fictionalley.org

John Walton -- john at ...
____________________________________________






From marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid  Wed Oct 30 21:49:22 2002
From: marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid (Marysia)
Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2002 21:49:22 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Tickets
In-Reply-To: <apmqoa+bpsn@...>
References: <apmeuk+4ush@...> <apmqoa+bpsn@...>
Message-ID: <6attru8fgfc9df0btoacdt2c3102nijb05@...>

On Tue, 29 Oct 2002 20:23:38 -0000, "Frances"
<frances.potter at ...> wrote:

>1.25pm performance (6.50 per seat):
>Royal circle (oh how posh!)
>A15 to 29
>B15 to 25
>C15 to 17. I then booked C20 at the weekend. 

And IIRC I have C19.

-- 
 Marysia - http://www.marysia.com/ 
 Music at www.mp3.com/marysia and www.mp3.com/celtic



From fionap19 at fionap19.yahoo.invalid  Sat Nov  2 10:50:07 2002
From: fionap19 at fionap19.yahoo.invalid (fionap19)
Date: Sat, 02 Nov 2002 10:50:07 -0000
Subject: Hi, I'm a newbie!
In-Reply-To: <19087691093.20021028164541@...>
Message-ID: <aq0akv+3lks@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., Richard Thorp <obby at b...> wrote:
> Hehe, also a newbie myself..
> 
> Living in Southend-on-Sea, and would come up to see CoS with peeps,
> but am busy on that day (grrrr), so will have to see it with some
> friends down here.. Tho if anything else goes on in London I'd love 
to
> come along! Easy travelling distance really :)
> 
> -Rich
> msn: obbles at h...

Hi Rich

My name's Fiona and I'm only up the train line in Billericay.  I'm 
going to see CoS twice once on the 8th at the UCI in Basildon and 
again on the 15th at same cinema.  Where are you going to see it?  
I'll also be at The Royals shopping centre on the 16th as my son is a 
Harry Potter lookalike  ... same surname, REAL scar, REAL glasses... 
and is involved in the christmas lights switch on.    You're name's 
familiar to me  though.......

Fi




From Ali at alhewison.yahoo.invalid  Sun Nov  3 20:04:42 2002
From: Ali at alhewison.yahoo.invalid (Ali)
Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2002 20:04:42 -0000
Subject: I've gone and down it!
Message-ID: <aq3vgq+c279@...>

I've finally twisted my hubby's arm to babysit again. So, I've got a 
ticket for the 1.25 showing on November 15th. I've got D19 which is 
really near. I'm another one who's seeing the film on Friday, but I 
promise I'll keep quiet!

An excited Ali (now wondering what to do about food!)




From marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid  Sun Nov  3 22:55:34 2002
From: marysia at a_kolodziej.yahoo.invalid (Marysia)
Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2002 22:55:34 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] I've gone and down it!
In-Reply-To: <aq3vgq+c279@...>
References: <aq3vgq+c279@...>
Message-ID: <r9absuog5ju1a1im0eghtpirosk6bu4q9s@...>

On Sun, 03 Nov 2002 20:04:42 -0000, "Ali" <Ali at ...> wrote:

>I've finally twisted my hubby's arm to babysit again. So, I've got a 
>ticket for the 1.25 showing on November 15th. I've got D19 which is 
>really near. I'm another one who's seeing the film on Friday, but I 
>promise I'll keep quiet!

You'll be behind me then, I'm in C19!

-- 
 Marysia - http://www.marysia.com/ 
 Music at www.mp3.com/marysia and www.mp3.com/celtic



From obby at obbeh.yahoo.invalid  Tue Nov  5 18:00:23 2002
From: obby at obbeh.yahoo.invalid (Richard Thorp)
Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2002 18:00:23 +0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] I've gone and down it!
In-Reply-To: <r9absuog5ju1a1im0eghtpirosk6bu4q9s@...>
References: <aq3vgq+c279@...>
 <r9absuog5ju1a1im0eghtpirosk6bu4q9s@...>
Message-ID: <28532210921.20021105180023@...>

Now thats the sort of phonecall I like.. friend of mine rings up to
tell me she has tickets to the preview screening of CoS this Friday!!
Yay! :)

-Rich
msn: obbles at ...




From frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid  Tue Nov  5 23:05:15 2002
From: frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid (Frances)
Date: Tue, 05 Nov 2002 23:05:15 -0000
Subject: Some final film instructions for the 15th November
Message-ID: <aq9irb+dd99@...>

Sorry about the length of this.......

As promised, here are some final instructions for 15th November, plus a list 
of whom I have tickets for. I am having a few personal problems at the 
moment, so I hope this all makes sense. If not, please let me know. I will be 
posting bits of this in different places (Scared_Potter, HPfGU London, COS 
LJ), so apologies for the cross-posting

I know that there will be other people joining this group for both the 
afternoon and evening screenings. Unfortunately I haven't been able to 
track down all the names, so I have just listed those I have actually 
purchased tickets for. 
-----------------------------------
AFTERNOON: Time: 1.25pm. Seats: Front of Royal Circle
Alex
Ami
Anna
Ben
Catherine
Dinah
Erica
Frances
Ina (plus three friends)	
John
Katherine
Kay Taylor
Lasair
Lucy
Maya
Mia
Michelle
Milena
Olympia
Penelope
Debbie (plus Will and Jen)
Sarah
Tine
Toby
Zed
-----------------------------------
EVENING: Time: 8.35pm. Seats: Middle of Stalls
Alex
Ami
Anna
Ben
Catherine
Dinah
Erica
Frances
Greywolf
Ina
John
Katherine
Lasair
Lucy
Maya
Mia
Michelle
Milena
Neil
Olympia
Penelope
Pipsqueak
Sarah
Simon
Tine
Toby
Zed (plus Mr Zed)
-----------------------------------

OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS

FRIDAY 15th NOVEMBER 2002
A) KINGS CROSS -- BEFORE THE FILM

A meeting is planned at Kings Cross Station for anyone who fancies the 
idea of photos at platform ten and three quarters -- no running at the wall 
please. It's a long time since I have just gone to a platform at a station and 
once upon a time one would have to purchase a platform ticket to get 
through the barriers. I don't know if this is still the case. Be prepared to 
maybe having to buy one.

The time: 10am (to give us time to fool around at the station)
The place: Kings Cross Station. Please loiter around Platform 9. Just look 
for the strange people dressed in red/gold or green/silver!!! 

If you are planning on coming along, please let me know 
(frances.potter at ...)

I understand that there are major works going on at the station and that 
you need to get to Platform 9 through "the back door", whatever that 
means. The station has its own tube station (Kings Cross/St Pancras) and 
can be reached on the following underground lines: Victoria, Northern, 
Circle, Metropolitan, Piccadilly or Hammersmith & City.

For a London tube map, check out http://www.multimap.com/map/
tube.cgi?client=public&tsize=500&tmap=to

If you check out this map for the Arran Hotel (where several of us are 
staying), Kings Cross is near Euston Station (top right), Leicester Square is 
bottom right. http://www.london-hotel.co.uk/where.html

We'll be leaving Kings Cross by about 11am, unless people want to stay 
there to have some lunch etc. Otherwise we can get the tube back down to 
Leicester Square (Piccadilly line)
-----------------------------------

B) THE FILM ITSELF
AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE
The time: From 12.30pm
The place: Odeon Leicester Square. 

Meeting point: In the centre of the Square is a statue of Charlie Chaplin. 
There is (or there was on 27th October) a statue of a flying cow complete 
with cloak as well (just don't ask - I have no idea why there is a full-size 
flying cow statue).

IN CASE OF RAIN: We'll be outside the cinema or somewhere under cover

For those coming on the tube, you need either Leicester Square or 
Piccadilly Circus. It's a little further to walk from Piccadilly Circus, but tourists 
might like to have a quick look at the Statue of Eros, which is Located at 
Piccadilly Circus.

Head Girl Ina has a BLUE HP UMBRELLA with Harry, Hermione and Ron 
on brooms looking for the key. She will be waving it around near the flying 
cow!!!!

PLEASE ARRIVE BEFORE 1.10pm. 
I will remain outside the cinema until 1.10pm at the latest, so if you arrive 
after that, it will be too late. My mobile phone number is 07734 106836. 
Can someone from each little group make sure they have this number so 
they can contact us in case of problems in getting to the cinema.

EVENING PERFORMANCE

The time: From 7.30pm
The place: Odeon Leicester Square. 

Hopefully we would have all met up by this time. If not, we can meet up as 
above from about 7.30pm. 
PLEASE ARRIVE BEFORE 8.10pm. 
-----------------------------------

C) BETWEEN SHOWS
The film should be finished by 5pm. With the later performance not being 
until 8.30, we have plenty of time to chat and eat etc. Michelle has kindly 
booked tables at Pitcher and Piano, 40 - 42 King William IV Street, WC2N 
4DO. It is a short walk from Leicester Square). If you have already ordered 
food, then Michelle will be sorting that out.

For those not eating there, please note the time of evening show - we'll all 
meet up again at the cinema. Remember it will probably take a little while to 
get served at this time and you need to be back at the cinema by about 
8pm. 

For those only coming to the evening show, you can either join everyone 
earlier in the evening at the Pitcher and Piano (we promise not to give away 
the plot) or meet at the cinema. See note above about times.
-----------------------------------

Well, I think that is probably as clear as mud. If there are any problems, 
please post onlist or email me directly.

Thanks
Frances






From raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid  Wed Nov  6 18:40:06 2002
From: raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid (raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2002 11:40:06 -0700
Subject: A little request?
Message-ID: <courier.3DC96206.000052B9@...>

Hey! 

Does anyone who's coming to the film on Friday order at amazon.uk? Because I 
really want that: 

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00005YW4K/ref=sr_aps_classical_1_1 
/026-2927885-8990801 

CD, and in Germany it costs 30 Euro, which is just not normal. I'd really 
appreciate it if someone could order it and then bring it on Friday, where 
I'd pay them for it. 

Any takers? *pleading look* 

Dinah



From raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid  Wed Nov  6 22:09:45 2002
From: raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid (raevynsong at bludger_witch.yahoo.invalid)
Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2002 15:09:45 -0700
Subject: Request
Message-ID: <courier.3DC99329.00001666@...>

Hello! 

Just wanted to send a quick note that the lovely Michelle has agreed to get 
me the CD. Thanks a lot! 

Dinah



From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sat Nov  9 14:34:38 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sat, 9 Nov 2002 14:34:38 -0000
Subject: I confess!
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIEEMCCAA.neilward@...>

Dear all,

Okay, I'm going to see the film tomorrow at The Barbican.  A friend asked me
and spent all of 0.00065 seconds persuading me that I should go.

This means I won't feel bad about meeting up in the Pitcher & Piano next
week and hearing that Lucius wore shoes with buckles and Ginny was as wooden
as a cricket bat(naturally, I was planning to be there, regardless!).

I was taking the day off that day, but I may be working now, so would not
get to the P&P until about 6pm.  I may get lost in the crowd...

Foodwise, I don't really want anything, unless Michelle's already taking my
previous comment as a "yes".

See you all next week!

Neil





From pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid  Sun Nov 10 20:44:07 2002
From: pipdowns at bluesqueak.yahoo.invalid (bluesqueak)
Date: Sun, 10 Nov 2002 20:44:07 -0000
Subject: I confess!
In-Reply-To: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGIEEMCCAA.neilward@...>
Message-ID: <aqmgen+deer@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Neil Ward" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> Dear all,
> 
> Okay, I'm going to see the film tomorrow at The Barbican.  A 
> friend asked me and spent all of 0.00065 seconds persuading me     
> that I should go.
> 
> This means I won't feel bad about meeting up in the Pitcher & 
> Piano next week and hearing that Lucius wore shoes with buckles 
> and Ginny was as wooden as a cricket bat(naturally, I was planning 
> to be there, regardless!).
<Snip>
> See you all next week!
> 
> Neil

I also have a confession - I've just been to see it in preview. So, 
like Neil, you can discuss the film all you like in front of me at 
the P&P, (I'm only booked for the evening showing, and should be 
arriving around 5 ish) because I've seen it! [And it's fun. It's 
good.]

Didn't notice what shoes Lucius was wearing, though. [Grin]

Pip




From dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid  Sun Nov 10 20:57:08 2002
From: dfrankiswork at davewitley.yahoo.invalid (David)
Date: Sun, 10 Nov 2002 20:57:08 -0000
Subject: I confess!
In-Reply-To: <aqmgen+deer@...>
Message-ID: <aqmh74+hnee@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "bluesqueak" <pipdowns at e...> wrote:

> I also have a confession - I've just been to see it in preview. 

Yep, me too.  The kids couldn't believe we were really going, and 
pointed to the poster that said November 15 when we got to the 
cinema.  Why *do* they do this thing of announcing a date and then 
actually starting a week early?

Kenneth Branagh was on cracking form - but that's for another list, I 
guess.

David




From lauren.healy at loz31852002.yahoo.invalid  Sun Nov 10 21:07:40 2002
From: lauren.healy at loz31852002.yahoo.invalid (Lauren Healy)
Date: Sun, 10 Nov 2002 21:07:40 -0000
Subject: I've seen the film!
In-Reply-To: <1036938094.807.29944.m12@yahoogroups.com>
Message-ID: <MBBBIJLGHHKMCFCGKJCCGEHCCBAA.lauren.healy@...>



I have to say it's amazing.  So much better than the first one.  Daniel,
Rupert, Emma and Tom's acting are way better and everything about this film
is amazing.  I loved it.  I wou;d write a longer review, but I'm too excited
to do that right now (I saw the film over 24 hours ago, YET I'm still
hyper....go figure?!)

It's sooo good.  Whenever all of you are seeing it, you will all enjoy it
emmensly!!

Lauren  :)




From mad_about_harrypotter at mad_about_harrypotter.yahoo.invalid  Tue Nov 12 19:59:21 2002
From: mad_about_harrypotter at mad_about_harrypotter.yahoo.invalid (mad_about_harrypotter)
Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 19:59:21 -0000
Subject: Hello everyone!
Message-ID: <aqrmip+g37b@...>

Hi there, I've just joined this list and am very excited to know 
there are so many closet HP fans in the local area! I'm off to see 
CoS in Leicester Square on Friday night, are any of the rest of you 
going?

Nice to be a part of the group, chat again soon!

Crookshanks
x




From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Tue Nov 12 19:59:15 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Tue, 12 Nov 2002 19:59:15 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Hello everyone!
References: <aqrmip+g37b@...>
Message-ID: <007001c28a85$faefd3e0$cf8e01d4@ukf974444>



  Hi there, I've just joined this list and am very excited to know 
  there are so many closet HP fans in the local area! I'm off to see 
  CoS in Leicester Square on Friday night, are any of the rest of you 
  going?


  Crookshanks, welcome ! Therre is a whacking great group of us meeting for that film. What time showing are you going to ?



  Michelle



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From mad_about_harrypotter at mad_about_harrypotter.yahoo.invalid  Wed Nov 13 15:04:17 2002
From: mad_about_harrypotter at mad_about_harrypotter.yahoo.invalid (mad_about_harrypotter)
Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 15:04:17 -0000
Subject: Hello everyone!
In-Reply-To: <007001c28a85$faefd3e0$cf8e01d4@ukf974444>
Message-ID: <aqtplh+t54t@...>

Hmm, sorry about that! I really should have looked back over the 
archived messages before asking such a dumb question. Apologies to 
all! I'm going to the 8.35pm showing, which it seems most of you are 
off to as well. If I'd joined this list earlier, I would have 
arranged to go with you guys, but have instead managed to drag my 
boyfriend along to see it with me. He can't understand my Potter 
obsession, so I'm hoping the film will convert him. 

I'll keep my eyes peeled for any future meets with group members, 
hope you all enjoy the film on Friday. Just 2 days to go!

All the best, 
Claudine

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Michelle Apostolides" <pinguthegreek at u...> 
wrote:
> 
> 
>   Hi there, I've just joined this list and am very excited to know 
>   there are so many closet HP fans in the local area! I'm off to 
see 
>   CoS in Leicester Square on Friday night, are any of the rest of 
you 
>   going?
> 
> 
>   Crookshanks, welcome ! Therre is a whacking great group of us 
meeting for that film. What time showing are you going to ?
> 
> 
> 
>   Michelle
> 
> 
> 
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]








From anne_caroline12 at anne_caroline12.yahoo.invalid  Wed Nov 13 16:02:58 2002
From: anne_caroline12 at anne_caroline12.yahoo.invalid (Caro)
Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 16:02:58 -0000
Subject: Another newbie hoping to gatecrash
Message-ID: <aqtt3i+qa92@...>

Hi, 

As a quick intro, my name is Caroline. I'm 27 and a lawyer working in 
London. I've only just got round to joining this group, although I've 
been lurking on HPFGU for months and I play at FAP. 

I noticed that a lot of you are meeting up on Friday to see CoS. I'm 
not going to either of the showings on Friday because I didn't think 
I'd be in the country. That's fallen through and, as I work about 10 
minutes away from the Pitcher and Piano, I was wondering if I could 
drop by and meet fellow fanatics anyway?

Caro

 






From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Wed Nov 13 16:27:26 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 16:27:26 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Another newbie hoping to gatecrash
References: <aqtt3i+qa92@...>
Message-ID: <001e01c28b31$8dd80c80$809f01d4@ukf974444>

 as I work about 10 
minutes away from the Pitcher and Piano, I was wondering if I could 
drop by and meet fellow fanatics anyway?

Yes, by all means. We'll all be theree some time between  half four and five - depending on how long it takes for the lot of us to get out of the film and to the pub. We look forward to seeing you ! There is a table booked in my name. 

Michelle


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From frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid  Wed Nov 13 21:00:17 2002
From: frances.potter at frances_j_potter.yahoo.invalid (Frances)
Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2002 21:00:17 -0000
Subject: Spare ticket for HP
Message-ID: <aqueh1+kakf@...>

I have a spare ticket for Friday evening (15th) performance of HP at Odeon 
Leicester Square (8.35pm). The cost is GBP10.00. It is close to the big block 
booking I got for the group, but not actually with those seats. If anyone is 
interested, please drop me a line off-list (frances.potter at ...).

Thanks
Frances




From simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid  Sat Nov 16 15:14:31 2002
From: simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid (Simon Branford)
Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2002 15:14:31 -0000
Subject: Thanks to Frances and Michelle
Message-ID: <ar5ncn+b60f@...>

Hi all,

I would just like to take to say a big thank you to Frances and
Michelle for organising the tickets and food for those of going who
went to the film yesterday. It was great to have an opportunity to
meet with so many others and watch the film in such a similarly minded
group. Your efforts were much appreciated by myself and I certain that
the others who were their feel the same.

So thanks :)

Simon




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Sun Nov 17 12:01:38 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2002 12:01:38 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Thanks to Frances and Michelle
In-Reply-To: <ar5ncn+b60f@...>
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGEEIKCCAA.neilward@...>

Simon said:

<< I would just like to take to say a big thank you to Frances and
Michelle for organising the tickets and food for those of going who
went to the film yesterday. It was great to have an opportunity to
meet with so many others and watch the film in such a similarly minded
group. Your efforts were much appreciated by myself and I certain that
the others who were their feel the same. >>

Well, Simon said it all, but I'd like to add my thanks, especially to
Frances, who did an amazing job coordinating all those people, let alone
purchasing all the tickets.  I was only at the evening showing, but everyone
seemed to have a great time.

Sorry for dashing off hurriedly after the film, but a train beckoned and I
didn't fancy flying back to Lewisham.

Neil (aka Flying Ford Anglia, for those puzzled by that last remark).





From simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid  Mon Nov 18 23:56:11 2002
From: simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid (Simon Branford)
Date: Mon, 18 Nov 2002 23:56:11 -0000
Subject: Oxford meet in January...
Message-ID: <arbumr+p1f@...>

http://www.livejournal.com/talkread.bml?
journal=sjbranford&itemid=27207


The idea is for a meet on the 18th January in Oxford. So clear your 
diary's for that date and make the necessary arrangments. More 
details will follow.


Simon




From macloudt at ...  Tue Nov 19 15:19:01 2002
From: macloudt at ... (=?iso-8859-1?q?Mary=20Ann=20Jennings?=)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2002 15:19:01 +0000 (GMT)
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Oxford meet in January...
In-Reply-To: <arbumr+p1f@...>
Message-ID: <20021119151901.94571.qmail@...>

Any possibility of us meeting during the afternoon? 
It's just that I'd be taking the train from
Weston-super-Mare and I don't want to take a train
home late at night.  There are enough weirdos in this
town during daylight hours.

Mary Ann :)
(smiling sweetly at Simon)

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From simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid  Tue Nov 19 20:00:58 2002
From: simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid (Simon Branford)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2002 20:00:58 -0000
Subject: Oxford meet in January...
In-Reply-To: <20021119151901.94571.qmail@...>
Message-ID: <are59q+eisp@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., Mary Ann Jennings <macloudt at y...> wrote:
> Any possibility of us meeting during the afternoon? 
> It's just that I'd be taking the train from
> Weston-super-Mare and I don't want to take a train
> home late at night.  There are enough weirdos in this
> town during daylight hours.

The meeting will likely start sometime around noon (I am loath to 
call this lunchtime as this is regularly breakfast time on a weekend 
for some of us) and then keep going (and going and going). So that 
people who only wish to be there during daylight hours can be, while 
allowing some of the party animals to keep going.

I would assume that I will take a morning train and arrive in Oxford 
to eat lunch (probably a sandwich from one of the varied sandwich 
shops in the covered market), meeting up with whoever is around by 
then (looks pointedly at those based in Oxford).



Simon






From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Tue Nov 19 20:00:08 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2002 20:00:08 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Oxford meet in January...
References: <are59q+eisp@...>
Message-ID: <004b01c29006$43639b40$5c9901d4@ukf974444>

-- In HPFGU-London at y..., Mary Ann Jennings <macloudt at y...> wrote:
> Any possibility of us meeting during the afternoon? 
> It's just that I'd be taking the train from
> Weston-super-Mare and I don't want to take a train
> home late at night.  There are enough weirdos in this
> town during daylight hours.
You have my vote too. I will be driving back to Essex so will be around for daytime/Early evening only. 

I would assume that I will take a morning train and arrive in Oxford 
to eat lunch (probably a sandwich from one of the varied sandwich 
shops in the covered market), meeting up with whoever is around by 
then (looks pointedly at those based in Oxford).

Can be in Oxford for middayish. 

Michelle
( Ex  Oxford Brookes )


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From pennylin at plinsenmayer.yahoo.invalid  Sat Nov 23 02:36:24 2002
From: pennylin at plinsenmayer.yahoo.invalid (Penny Linsenmayer)
Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2002 02:36:24 -0000
Subject: Nimbus - 2003: Secrets of Submissions
Message-ID: <armpj8+111hu@...>

Hi London members:

As the weeks continue to fly by, the January 15 submission deadline 
for Nimbus ? 2003 is quickly approaching.  The Programming Committee 
wants * your * submissions.  For those who haven't heard already,
Nimbus is the Harry Potter Symposium that will be held in Orlando, FL
from July 17-20, 2003.

To help make the submissions process a bit easier for everyone, we 
have created a Submissions Guide/ FAQ to be used with the Nimbus Call 
for Papers.  The Submissions Guide defines terms and answers 
questions regarding both submissions and presentations.

If submission is something you have been considering, please give the 
Submissions Guide a read through.  We look forward to reading all the 
great proposals that come our way.


The Submissions Guide can be found at: 
http://www.hp2003.org/cfp/cfpfaq2.html.


If you have any questions which are not covered in the Submissions 
Guide, contact the Programming Committee at HPProg at yahoogroups.com. 


Magically Yours,

Ebony and Penny
Co-Chasers, Programming
Team Nimbus ? 2003, A Harry Potter Symposium
www.hp2003.org







From HPFGU-London at yahoogroups.com  Tue Nov 26 08:41:29 2002
From: HPFGU-London at yahoogroups.com (HPFGU-London at yahoogroups.com)
Date: 26 Nov 2002 08:41:29 -0000
Subject: Poll results for HPFGU-London 
Message-ID: <1038300089.56.78488.m11@yahoogroups.com>


The following HPFGU-London poll is now closed.  Here are the 
final results: 


POLL QUESTION: Do you write/read HP fan-fiction? 

CHOICES AND RESULTS
- Yes, I write and read it, 2 votes, 25.00%  
- Yes, I read it, 1 votes, 12.50%  
- I don't read/write HP fanfic, 2 votes, 25.00%  
- I don't read/write any fanfic, 3 votes, 37.50%  
- None of your business, 0 votes, 0.00%  



For more information about this group, please visit 
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HPFGU-London 

For help with Yahoo! Groups, please visit
http://help.yahoo.com/help/us/groups/ 

 





From greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid  Sat Nov 30 23:23:11 2002
From: greywolf1 at grey_wolf_c.yahoo.invalid (Grey Wolf)
Date: Sat, 30 Nov 2002 23:23:11 -0000
Subject: Oxford meet in January...
In-Reply-To: <arbumr+p1f@...>
Message-ID: <asbh8v+rc2u@...>

--- In HPFGU-London at y..., "Simon Branford" <simon.hp at v...> wrote:
> http://www.livejournal.com/talkread.bml?
> journal=sjbranford&itemid=27207
> 
> 
> The idea is for a meet on the 18th January in Oxford. So clear your 
> diary's for that date and make the necessary arrangments. More 
> details will follow.
> 
> 
> Simon

I've been debating with myself whether to post this or not, and I've 
decided to air it, in case it makes a difference.

The bare fact is that I'm not going to be able to attend on that day. 
My exams are concentrated on the week after, and I simply cannot afford 
to go sight-seeing on the weekend I should be studying/relaxing (and in 
this case, by relaxing I mean lying on a bed reading, not going 
places). My exams are only a week long, but unfortunately start on a 
wednesday and finish on a tuesday, so anything sooner than two weeks 
later than the 18th would be impossible for me.

I assume that no especial concesions should be made for my case, and I 
expect none, but just wanted to clear up the air.

Hope that helps,

Grey Wolf





From pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid  Sat Nov 30 23:20:12 2002
From: pinguthegreek at pinguthegreek.yahoo.invalid (Michelle Apostolides)
Date: Sat, 30 Nov 2002 23:20:12 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Re: Oxford meet in January...
References: <asbh8v+rc2u@...>
Message-ID: <002801c298c7$08ca8880$0f8e01d4@ukf974444>

I assume that no especial concesions should be made for my case, and I 
expect none, but just wanted to clear up the air.

This is something we can solve. We'll have another meet up after your exams. How about that ?

Michelle


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From ohyeahbrucie at ohyeahbrucie.yahoo.invalid  Sun Dec  8 20:07:29 2002
From: ohyeahbrucie at ohyeahbrucie.yahoo.invalid (ohyeahbrucie <ohyeahbrucie@ohyeahbrucie.yahoo.invalid>)
Date: Sun, 08 Dec 2002 20:07:29 -0000
Subject: new member from Leeds
Message-ID: <at08q1+boot@...>

New harry potter fan from leeds, love to meet chat to other fans 




From simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid  Sat Dec 14 22:55:50 2002
From: simon.hp at sjbranford.yahoo.invalid (Simon)
Date: Sat, 14 Dec 2002 22:55:50 -0000
Subject: Oxford - 18th January
Message-ID: <FNENKBINFJFDKIHDHODNMEBPFEAA.simon.branford@...>

Hello all,

Can anyone looking at joining us in Oxford on the 18th January please join
this (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/oxford_hp_fanfic/) group please. We are
going to use it to do some of the planning, because it is a good idea to
have some sort of a plan!


Cygnus has limited room for some people to stay the night at his. So you
will also have to claim some floor space with him if you require it and have
no alternative arrangements.


Simon (and Cygnus)




From neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid  Fri Dec 27 19:16:04 2002
From: neilward at flyingfordanglia.yahoo.invalid (Neil Ward)
Date: Fri, 27 Dec 2002 19:16:04 -0000
Subject: [HPFGU-London] Oxford - 18th January
In-Reply-To: <FNENKBINFJFDKIHDHODNMEBPFEAA.simon.branford@...>
Message-ID: <MCBBLKIPNKBOEBHFIPHGOEMNCDAA.neilward@...>

Hi everyone,

Much as I'd love to be in Oxford on the 18th, I now have to be at my
parents' place that weekend, so I won't be able to attend.

I hope it goes well and I look forward to seeing (some of) you at the next
London meeting, or elsewhere!

Neil