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- Fri Aug 19, 2011 9:44 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Drivers Sought for 29 & 30 August
- Replies: 7
- Views: 16888
Drivers Sought for 29 & 30 August
Do you have a valid EU driving licence? Are you twenty-five or older? Are you free on Monday 29th & Tuesday 30th of August? Then the Forest needs you! While none of us wants to & hope that PwC reconsiders their stance, we have to prepare for leaving Bristo Place. On those two days we will be removin...
- Sun Aug 14, 2011 10:19 pm
- Forum: The People's Forum
- Topic: August Audio I Spy: Overheard Conversations
- Replies: 19
- Views: 27395
Re: August Audio I Spy: Overheard Conversations
"Can you ever really learn anything yourself Tom?"
"I'm not sure Sebastian, I'm really not sure."
My personal favourite: "Darling, you look very fresh faced. Have you shaved?"
"I'm not sure Sebastian, I'm really not sure."
My personal favourite: "Darling, you look very fresh faced. Have you shaved?"
- Thu Aug 11, 2011 8:29 am
- Forum: The People's Forum
- Topic: I hereby apologise...
- Replies: 13
- Views: 23237
Re: I hereby apologise...
Margarida wrote:brittonie wrote:
But we should totally get stuff on in the basement- we've got this great space, lets use it!!!
totally up for it but not the vollie crib.
that place is a madness-free-tranquility-quietness-bubble. we really really need it
So say we all!
- Wed Aug 03, 2011 11:00 pm
- Forum: The People's Forum
- Topic: Shhhhh - Forest Flash Mob (let's promote our August!)
- Replies: 18
- Views: 27275
Re: Shhhhh - Forest Flash Mob (let's promote our August!)
On the plus side there'll be more people about.Margarida wrote:We don't have flyers yet soooooo we'll probably will have to change this to next week...
- Tue Aug 02, 2011 9:19 pm
- Forum: The People's Forum
- Topic: August Audio I Spy: Overheard Conversations
- Replies: 19
- Views: 27395
Re: August Audio I Spy: Overheard Conversations
"What's that wonderful dish you just served?"
"Soup"
"Soup"
- Tue Aug 02, 2011 10:00 am
- Forum: The People's Forum
- Topic: the vollie crib
- Replies: 9
- Views: 16114
Re: the vollie crib
Do we want this for the crib? Looks a touch mucky but could come in useful
http://groups.freecycle.org/FreecycleEd ... s/13187685
http://groups.freecycle.org/FreecycleEd ... s/13187685
- Sun Jul 31, 2011 7:11 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Chairs & Tables Needed for August.
- Replies: 0
- Views: 6499
Chairs & Tables Needed for August.
Do you have spare or unwanted chairs or small tables? If so, would you lend* or give them to the Forest for use during August? We need extra furniture for the Hall and the other rooms featuring events during the Fringe. Any and all help much appreciated. Cheers, Keni *We cannot promise that anythin...
- Fri Jul 29, 2011 11:29 am
- Forum: The People's Forum
- Topic: Shhhhh - Forest Flash Mob (let's promote our August!)
- Replies: 18
- Views: 27275
Re: Shhhhh - Forest Flash Mob (let's promote our August!)
As long as you don't come on my lunch I don't mind.HGiles wrote:Fucking brilliant idea.
I'm working, but will try and come on my lunch!
- Fri Jul 29, 2011 4:20 am
- Forum: The People's Forum
- Topic: Shhhhh - Forest Flash Mob (let's promote our August!)
- Replies: 18
- Views: 27275
Re: Shhhhh - Forest Flash Mob (let's promote our August!)
You have to ask? Dressed in civilian wear to make it more interesting?
- Thu Jul 28, 2011 2:21 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
Nope. Want me to keep it safe for you?Shannon wrote:Wow!!
Out of curiosity, did anyone claim the sewing machine in 2011-07-18 22.45.34.jpg? I think that might have been my contribution to the pile o' junk.
- Wed Jul 27, 2011 1:02 pm
- Forum: The People's Forum
- Topic: the vollie crib
- Replies: 9
- Views: 16114
Re: the vollie crib
There's a rug in the artist's balcony, will carry it down on Thursday.Stephen wrote:Also some rugs and general snugifying things would be nice as well. See yo thursday.
- Tue Jul 26, 2011 8:58 pm
- Forum: Events
- Topic: Get a haircut! Just not quite yet.
- Replies: 14
- Views: 22339
Re: Get a haircut! Just not quite yet.
Brilliant, put me in mind of King Kurt's Demon Barber.
- Tue Jul 26, 2011 8:42 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: New Premises Sought
- Replies: 9
- Views: 19393
Re: New Premises Sought
Morning all I thought a quick update here would help make sure everybody know where we are currently at in the search for a new Forest home. We've viewed several properties over the last two months and held discussions with two potential landlords. One of these led to us submitting a detailed propo...
- Wed Jul 20, 2011 6:07 pm
- Forum: Events
- Topic: BIKE SMUT FRINGE
- Replies: 42
- Views: 54518
Re: BIKE SMUT FRINGE
Fair enough.Margarida wrote:yeah.Catalina wrote:Yeah but since it's the last night, we can turn into sth else. We'll be moving out the next day anyway...
- Wed Jul 20, 2011 6:02 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
What is this toning down you talk of? August will see the usual array of fun, nonsense and shows across the three floors in Bristo Place. The Forest Fringe has a full programme and we'll have some old friends popping in throughout the month. For more info, see our press release on the subject: http...
- Wed Jul 20, 2011 3:08 pm
- Forum: Events
- Topic: BIKE SMUT FRINGE
- Replies: 42
- Views: 54518
Re: BIKE SMUT FRINGE
Screen printing room is going to be the vollie room Brittonie so possibly not an option.
- Wed Jul 20, 2011 2:03 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
stuart wrote:If The Forest needs any help with something, I'd like to help.
Thanks for the offer Stuart. We're fine at the moment but will keep you in mind when we next need help.
- Tue Jul 19, 2011 9:35 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
A few more
- Tue Jul 19, 2011 9:29 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
For those who haven't see the rooms yet, here's a wee glimpse. . .
- Tue Jul 19, 2011 9:24 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
Once again, I really appreciate all the help yesterday and today. Starting to clear out of Bristo Place isn't easy for any of us and I know it affected some more than others. I will find some suitable way to reward you all, which won't include a surprise water pistol attack. In no particular order,...
- Mon Jul 18, 2011 10:30 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
Thank you to everybody who helped out today - you were wonderful & the help was very much appreciated. A big soppy kiss to you all but a special heartfelt thanks to Gandalf & Martin for moving the copier. Lads, I believe Atlas is looking for a holiday - fancy a shot?
- Mon Jul 18, 2011 8:03 am
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
Thanks Nix. We'll keep the folding bar in Hall in that case.
Mirja, I'll put the boards with the screen printing room equipment.
Mirja, I'll put the boards with the screen printing room equipment.
- Sun Jul 17, 2011 10:00 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
Yes & yes Mirja. Where are they in the Hall?
- Sun Jul 17, 2011 5:43 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
One last quick reminder. If you've haven't lifted anything of yours from Bristo Place by 1000 tomorrow morning, the Forest will find a suitable home for it. The only exceptions are the Dorkbot stuff on the organ, which is leaving tomorrow, Morag Edwards' canvases & the OHB boxes, which are going on...
- Sun Jul 17, 2011 5:40 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
Two question: - Can we keep some paint as well (we could sort out the paints that we need)? - Free shop stuff? Stays or goes? I suggest stay because of the fleamarket+custom party. Kata, keeping some pots of paint is fine but try to keep it to the minimum & only if you have a definite use for them....
- Sun Jul 17, 2011 2:12 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
Fine Martin, we'll leave it there for you. Remember to bring some boxes with you please.
- Sun Jul 17, 2011 12:07 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
I have it Catalina. There were two signs up saying I'd be clearing the cupboard yesterday, written in big red letters. I'll make the more obvious for everyone nest time so folk like Danny don't get caught out. After all, he wasn't to know.
- Sun Jul 17, 2011 11:19 am
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
I foegot to say last night, instead if using a colour system why noy just initial the boxes? Anything from the Action Room goes in AR1 onwards, the Office O1, et cetera.
I'd like to get into Bristo Place for 9 tomorrow. Can somebody with keys be there then or lend me their keys please?
I'd like to get into Bristo Place for 9 tomorrow. Can somebody with keys be there then or lend me their keys please?
- Sat Jul 16, 2011 8:55 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
i shall come after work about 6pm fo-op has 2 filing cabinets in action room. the smaller one can go into storage if feel we want to keep it otherwise can go. the larger one has food in it and i am hoping someone from old hat books gets back to me about leaving it in their library space when they m...
- Sat Jul 16, 2011 7:42 pm
- Forum: Volunteering
- Topic: jukebox radio tape/cd deck
- Replies: 4
- Views: 13276
Re: jukebox radio tape/cd deck
Aye, it went up to the free shop on Monday as there was no note on it.
Please not, the vollie cupboard was emptied today. The next time I'll clear it is Friday 29th July at 1000 but will post reminders closer top the date.
Please not, the vollie cupboard was emptied today. The next time I'll clear it is Friday 29th July at 1000 but will post reminders closer top the date.
- Fri Jul 15, 2011 7:43 pm
- Forum: Facilities
- Topic: screen printing room closure?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 15089
Re: screen printing room closure?
I can now confirm that the screen printing room will close this weekend. A pity your uncle couldn't have made use of our facilities, would have been good. Hope he gets something else sorted.
- Fri Jul 15, 2011 4:35 pm
- Forum: Facilities
- Topic: screen printing room closure?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 15089
Re: screen printing room closure?
Hi Dylan. As far as I know, we're closing up the screenprinting room over the weekend. Is it a general query or related to owt in particular? Wanting to have Edith printed on some T-shirts say? ;-}
- Wed Jul 13, 2011 2:04 am
- Forum: Events
- Topic: Occupation Day, Friday 15 July
- Replies: 6
- Views: 11756
Re: Occupation Day, Friday 15 July
The Book Club will have a reading from this week's book - I Don't Want to Have a Bath by Julia Sykes, with illustrations by Tim Warnes. There is a copy of this opus in the Forest library or you can reserve a copy via the Edinburgh Library website, http://ow.ly/5Awfd. The discussion will focus on th...
- Wed Jul 13, 2011 1:53 am
- Forum: Events
- Topic: Occupation Day, Friday 15 July
- Replies: 6
- Views: 11756
Occupation Day, Friday 15 July
At a loose end and don't know what to do on Friday? Then come along to the Forest's Occupation Day, where you'll find lots of things to keep you busy and having fun. We've got a full and fun programme of events, with something to suit all tastes. 1000-1200 Art Class 1200-1300 Body Building 1300-140...
- Tue Jul 12, 2011 6:31 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
We're looking for somebody who can drive a transit to our secret off-site storage location. Can you drive & are free on Monday? If you have a Transit or equivalent, even better. If not, we'll hire one for the day. Likewise, if you have a van we can borrow, please get in touch. Remember, Sunday is t...
- Mon Jul 11, 2011 6:39 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
August is coming and the Forest is tidying up. Just a quick reminder that you have until the end of Sunday to remove your property from the Forest. For the vollie cupboard and the hall twixt it & the toilet, you have less time - until the end of Friday. Please let us know if you want to help on the...
- Sun Jul 10, 2011 6:47 pm
- Forum: Front of House/Gallery
- Topic: gallery last 10 days of August
- Replies: 15
- Views: 31503
Re: gallery last 10 days of August
the only other ones we talked about was a one day 'getting rid of stuff' feeding frenzy event for the free shop, I do not know if tis is going to happen, depends on whether the transition/moving people think this good timing wise. More one for the Free Shop crew than the Transition Team Mirja. I li...
- Sun Jul 10, 2011 8:54 am
- Forum: Website/Online
- Topic: PC in the Front Room Down
- Replies: 6
- Views: 15369
Re: PC in the Front Room Down
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKT_09pARN4 Sorry, Margarida, I don't think that is the best course of action. a working public PC is a very important service that Forest offers. we should try and fix it or replace it. Somebody call the tech helpline, the sense of humour programme has stopped functi...
- Sat Jul 09, 2011 7:17 pm
- Forum: Website/Online
- Topic: PC in the Front Room Down
- Replies: 6
- Views: 15369
Re: PC in the Front Room Down
Very helpful, thank you.
- Sat Jul 09, 2011 6:05 pm
- Forum: Website/Online
- Topic: PC in the Front Room Down
- Replies: 6
- Views: 15369
PC in the Front Room Down
The mouse in the PC wasn't working earlier - vertical was fine but horizontal movement was non existent. The PC wouldn't respond to Ctrl +Alt+Delete so I did a hard reboot. Same problem so changed mouse, which made no difference. Tried a hard reboot again & this time there was horizontal movement b...
- Fri Jul 08, 2011 2:08 am
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: CANDLES ASAP
- Replies: 4
- Views: 18438
Re: CANDLES ASAP
I'm heading out that way next week, probably Thursday. If you can wait until then I'll pick them up as long as the Forest buys me an obligatory Ikea ice cream. Sweetens the pain, don't you know.
- Thu Jul 07, 2011 1:57 pm
- Forum: Website/Online
- Topic: Website meet for anyone that is interested
- Replies: 23
- Views: 46732
Re: Website meet for anyone that is interested
Come on folks, there's got to be some of you out there in BB-land that can help move this forward. We can't achieve if we load it all onto one person. Give Brittonie a hand & let's make things better.
- Mon Jul 04, 2011 4:39 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
TICK FOLLOWS TOCK FOLKS. . . The Action Day is in two weeks time. You have until then to clear anything you won out of Bristo Place. While I won't be merciless I will treat excuses with a high degree of disdain. So, if you are using the Forest to store a coat, guitar, TV, PC, speakers, ANYTHING , g...
- Mon Jul 04, 2011 2:54 pm
- Forum: Events
- Topic: BIKE SMUT FRINGE
- Replies: 42
- Views: 54518
Re: BIKE SMUT FRINGE
Looks interesting, GFI.
- Thu Jun 30, 2011 5:23 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
alba wrote:I can help!!!!
alba
GREAT! The more the merrier.
simone wrote:i shall come after work and clearly label the foop filing cabinets and will take responsibility for moving them.
Wonderful Simone, that's really helpful. Thanks.
- Wed Jun 29, 2011 4:11 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Re: Preparations for Departure
mirja wrote:keni, i will have stuff in the hall for the drawing class until end of july,
it will be all tagged.
That's fine Mirja and totally understandable. Information like this will really help us on the Action Day to get the building ready for leaving and August.
- Wed Jun 29, 2011 2:40 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: Preparations for Departure
- Replies: 59
- Views: 96387
Preparations for Departure
Do you have anything stored at 3 Bristo Place? If so, you need to clear it out as soon as possible. Our lease on Bristo Place finishes on Wednesday 31 August. To help make our departure as easy and ordered* as possible, we have to start preparing for it. That means we have to start clearing the bui...
- Tue Jun 21, 2011 3:27 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: New Premises Sought
- Replies: 9
- Views: 19393
Re: New Premises Sought
As a gambling man I agree with Ken, you only bet what you can afford to lose. I don't think the Forest can afford to lose a grand right now, let alone £25k.
- Mon Jun 20, 2011 9:46 pm
- Forum: The Building
- Topic: New Premises Sought
- Replies: 9
- Views: 19393
Re: New Premises Sought
Hi Alasdair. From memory, the Roxy is at least 1,000 square metres. Another factor against considering it is that it is for sale (£850k fixed price) rather than renting. For a commercial mortgage you need at least a 20% deposit to secure the lending. At the moment we have raised £25k, so it is way ...
- Mon Jun 20, 2011 4:52 am
- Forum: The People's Forum
- Topic: This week I've been mostly listening to...
- Replies: 216
- Views: 405805
Re: This week I've been mostly listening to...
In no particular order. . . Cosmo Jarvis - Gay Pirates Tom Robinson - Saturday Disco Marillion - Bitter Suite (AND PROUD OF IT!) Pogues - Rainy Night in Soho Warren Zevon - Desperadoes under the Eaves Saxon - Call of the Wild Redgum - Gladstone Pier Cold Cut - True Skool Lou Rawls - Stormy Monday Br...