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depths of wikipedia...tomorrow
by phoebe ayers 11 Mar '26

11 Mar '26

Dear Greater New England Wikimedians - late breaking, but in case you didn't see, Annie is bringing her (fantastic and very funny) show Depths of Wikipedia back to Boston tomorrow! https://thewilbur.com/event/depths-of-wikipedia-live-with-annie-rauwerda/ If you go you should reach out to her! She likes to say hi to the Wikipedians who go! Phoebe -- Schedule a meeting with me: https://calendly.com/phoebeayers

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Editathon this Saturday in Lexington
by Sarah Shepherd 26 Feb '26

26 Feb '26

Hi all, Join us on Saturday, February 28th, for a Wikipedia Edit-a-thon! Learn more about American fraternal organizations and contribute to enhancing their digital presence by editing articles on Wikipedia. Regardless of your editing experience, your participation is valued and welcomed! The event will be hosted at the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library and will run from 10:00am-2:00 pm. Feel free to drop in at any time to participate. If you can't come in-person, there will be a virtual concurrent Edit-a-thon from 10:00am-12:00 pm. Learn more and sign up for the in-person or virtual event on our website: https://www.srmml.org/event/wikipedia-edit-a-thon/ Sincerely, Sarah

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Join us on Saturday, February 28th, for a Wikipedia Edit-a-thon!
by shshepherd0＠gmail.com 09 Feb '26

09 Feb '26

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Wikipedia coverage in Boston Globe
by Alan Wu 21 Jan '26

21 Jan '26

Here are some *Boston Globe* articles about Wikipedia. Recent Wikipedia 25th Anniversary celebration at MIT (I got a brief cameo mention): https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/20/business/mit-wikipedia-25-birthday/ Wikipedia licensing agreements with AI companies: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/15/business/wikipedia-unveils-new-ai-li… Commentary on issues facing Wikipedia: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/15/opinion/wikipedia-anniversary-musk-c… <https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/15/opinion/wikipedia-anniversary-musk-c…> Commentary on Wikipedia as a reliable source of information: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/10/17/opinion/use-wikipedia-reliable-sourc… <https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/10/17/opinion/use-wikipedia-reliable-sourc…> The articles may be paywalled, or you might get to see a limited number of them for free. Many Massachusetts library card holders may be able to get limited online access through their local library. Let me know if you can't get access, and I might be able to send you a "gift" link that works. Feel free to comment on the fairness, accuracy, and relevance of the *Boston Globe* coverage. --Alan

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Wikipedia@25 @MIT
by phoebe ayers 04 Jan '26

04 Jan '26

Dear all, Happy New Year! As SJ mentioned before the holidays, we are hosting a gathering to celebrate Wikipedia @ 25 at MIT, on January 15, 10:00-4:00pm. We'll feature some speakers who are thinking about Wikipedia's future, as well as watching the live stream of the international celebration together. We'll also have time to spend time together and share demos and tools. Both experienced and new Wikipedians are welcome. Please join us if you can - but do register if you plan to attend so I have a good headcount, and because capacity is limited. Registration link and more info is here: https://libcal.mit.edu/calendar/events/wikipedia_iap26 Let me know if you have any questions. cheers, Phoebe Ayers (user:phoebe)

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Meetup tonight @ Catalyst at 7 hosted by AI Commons
by Samuel Klein 18 Dec '25

18 Dec '25

(sorry for the late send -- first post went to an older list) Dear Bostonians, There are some AI Commons folks in Cambridge today and tomorrow, and gathering at Catalyst 7-10pm tonight, 300 Technology Square. If you are in Kendall and want to catch up, come by for food and conversation :) SJ 🌍🌏🌎🌑

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Political Buttons Research-a-Thon & Copyright-a-Thon
by Rowell, Chelcie Juliet 09 Oct '25

09 Oct '25

Hello, Wikimedia Boston folks! Ahead of state and local elections this November, the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) Library is hosting two events focused on the Political Buttons at HKS Collection<https://www.hks.harvard.edu/faculty-research/library-knowledge-services/col…>. The events will focus on improving collection metadata and investigating copyright status, enabling us to make collection items available on platforms beyond Harvard (e.g., ✨Wikimedia Commons✨) to expand the collection's reach and research potential. You’re invited! Please join us. The first event is in-person in the Boston area, while the second event is virtual. All are welcome at both events. At the events, you’ll... * Research the dates associated with the buttons of candidates who have run for all levels of political office. * Learn about copyright law and researching copyright registrations. * Investigate the copyright status associated with these buttons. * Help to make it much easier for people to find specific buttons in the collection. * Enable us to make the buttons available on many more platforms beyond Harvard. * Explore the many political campaigns run in the US over the past century. * Learn how to register to vote in your municipal election taking place on November 4. View event details and register: * Research-A-Thon<https://libcal.library.harvard.edu/event/14759570>: Friday, October 17, 10:30AM-2:30PM, In Person – Identify dates associated with the buttons of candidates who have run for political office. * Copyright-A-Thon<https://libcal.library.harvard.edu/event/14759577>: Tuesday, October 28, 10:30AM-2:30PM, Virtual via Zoom – Investigate the copyright status of candidate buttons with identified dates. We look forward to seeing you there! — Chelcie Juliet Rowell (she, they) Associate Head of Digital Collections Discovery UX & Discovery, Harvard Library

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Political Buttons Research-a-Thon & Copyright-a-Thon
by Rowell, Chelcie Juliet 20 Aug '25

20 Aug '25

Hello, Boston Wikimedia folks! Ahead of state and local elections this November, the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) Library, in collaboration with Harvard Library's Information & Technical Services and UX & Discovery departments, is hosting two civically engaged, participatory events focused on the Political Buttons at HKS Collection<https://www.hks.harvard.edu/faculty-research/library-knowledge-services/col…>, which features nearly 3,000 buttons representing U.S. political history from 1904 through today. The events will focus on improving collection metadata and investigating copyright status, enabling us to make collection items available on platforms beyond Harvard (e.g., ✨Wikimedia Commons✨) to expand the collection's reach and research potential. At the events, we'll also have information on how participants can register to vote in municipal elections taking place on November 4. View event details and register: * Research-A-Thon<https://libcal.library.harvard.edu/event/14759570>. In-person on Friday, October 17, 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Identify dates associated with the buttons of candidates who have run for political office. * Copyright-A-Thon<https://libcal.library.harvard.edu/event/14759577>. Virtual via Zoom on Tuesday, October 28, 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Investigate the copyright status of candidate buttons with identified dates. You are invited to participate in one (or more!) of three ways: * Attend the event(s) yourself! Register using the links above. * Spread the word about the events in your circles. * Volunteer to support the events by testing participant instructions and/or staffing the event(s) day-of. What would volunteering entail? We are asking for your insight and support in one or both of two ways: * By late September, review and test the draft documentation/instructions we plan to provide to participants. We estimate this will require approximately 2–3 hours, including a brief meeting. * Help staff the events by answering participant questions and supporting their workflows. Time commitment varies depending on your availability but will involve attending a 45-minute onboarding meeting and staffing one or both 4-hour events. If you are willing and able to provide support, please fill out this form to sign up<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__harvard.az1.qualtrics.…>. By participating in and/or supporting these events, you will: * Help to enhance Harvard's digital collections metadata to promote open knowledge and expand access. * Promote copyright literacy and practice one method for determining a work's copyright status. * Promote civic engagement by providing local voter registration information. * Explore the many political campaigns run in the U.S. over the past century. Warm thanks for considering. We hope to see you at one or both events! — Chelcie Juliet Rowell (she, they) Associate Head of Digital Collections Discovery UX & Discovery, Harvard Library

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Wikipedia day idea
by Amir E. Aharoni 10 Jan '25

10 Jan '25

Hi, Spinning off the other thread, here's a very naïve attempt at something simple to kick things off. Wikipedia day is next month! Can there be a simple informal meetup in some library or cafe in Boston on one of the weekends? Saturday January 25 would be ideal for me, but the weekend before that would be okay, too. Some American cities are already organizing something :) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Wikipedia_Day I can't organize much more myself because I'm not in Boston and I hardly know any places there, but maybe some locals have a good proposal.

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Introduction
by Rachele Rosi-Kessel 17 Dec '24

17 Dec '24

Hello, I just discovered this cool Wikipedia meet up. I’ve started doing some editing on Wikipedia, but it is a little lonely and it would be great to meet other people in the Boston area who are also doing this. Especially the edit-a-thons. I live in Roslindale and am looking forward to meeting new people. Rachele (pronounced Racquel) Best way to reach me in a hurry is texting. Have a nice day!

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