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Birmingham Meet-ups Thread 2 - 2026

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Elrel Wed 27-May-26 07:54:23

Hi everyone, shall we try for another meet-up? The Exchange on Broad Street seemed to suit people although the Art Gallery Edwardian Tea Room has now re-opened.
Suggestions of dates welcome, previously it was always a weekday at 11am. Looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones!

Gymstagran Wed 08-Jul-26 10:54:08

In my opinion, we could rethink setting dates. I understand wanting to avoid school holidays but in early Sept many people are on holiday having avoided the school holidays.
Nevertheless, it seems that when we set dates in the future, by the time the date comes around, many have other appointments. Obviously, as well, unplanned things arise.
Does anyone else think its worth trying setting dates with short notice say one or two weeks? I just think people might then have more idea of their plans. Let me know your thoughts, just an idea.

NannyJan53 Wed 08-Jul-26 16:36:06

Yes, I think that is a good idea suggesting a date a week or two before may be the best. We go away 28th September.

Blinko Sun 12-Jul-26 18:52:19

Sorry I only just caught up. Couldn’t have come anyway as I’m not good in this heat. I’ll keep an eye out when temperatures are more normal.

Allsorts Thu 06-Aug-26 07:56:05

I never get to one as dates keep changing, Wouldn't it be easier to arrange two weeks before so it’s a definite yes unless something urgent turn up. If I arrange to meet someone it goes on calendar so that date is booked. Then if there are few booked and one drops out it’s not cancelled but maybe they will make next time. I would think even 3/4 people meeting is worthwhile.

Elrel Thu 20-Aug-26 01:57:17

September is rapidly approaching. Does anyone want to suggest a date?
September 14-20 is Birminghamļ Heritage Week when various places are open to visitors and some have tours arranged,

Blinko Sat 22-Aug-26 06:43:31

I’m interested, depending on dates though.

NannyJan53 Tue 25-Aug-26 09:25:03

I can do Tuesday 8th September.

monk08 Tue 25-Aug-26 09:46:13

NannyJan53

I can do Tuesday 8th September.

That's my birthday so that would be a no😀.
Can do 16th ,17th, 22nd and 23rd

Blinko Tue 25-Aug-26 10:37:25

I, too can do 16th, 17th, 22nd and 23rd.

NannyJan53 Wed 26-Aug-26 08:01:25

I can do 16th or 23rd, cannot do 22nd or 23rd

NannyJan53 Wed 26-Aug-26 14:11:35

Meant cannot do 17th! Can do 23rd.

Gymstagran Thu 27-Aug-26 15:22:49

Im watching to see if dates change. The ones offered are 3-4 weeks away. Ive booked events in the Birmingham heritage week and am awaiting conformation of some.

Elrel Sat 05-Sept-26 00:22:13

17th in Symphony Hall there is free music 1pm-2pm by various artists as part of Celebrating Sanctuary. I can do other dates as well.

NannyJan53 Sat 05-Sept-26 08:07:14

That's a shame, as I cannot make 17th.

Gymstagran Tue 08-Sept-26 10:57:34

Happy Birthday Monk

monk08 Tue 08-Sept-26 14:51:41

Gymstagran

Happy Birthday Monk

Thank you.

Blinko Tue 08-Sept-26 15:02:31

Happy birthday, Monk.

monk08 Tue 08-Sept-26 15:40:09

Blinko

Happy birthday, Monk.

Thank you.

Elrel Tue 08-Sept-26 23:32:33

I now have a painful Baker’s cyst and, temporarily I hope, can barely walk.🙄