There is lots going on in the DC area for Wikimedia and enough things to discuss that I think we should do more regular meetups.  I propose we try doing monthly meetups, and rotate between weeknights (w/ talks, discussions) and weekends (at a restaurant, socializing only).<br>
<br>I propose the next meetup be on November 17th, in the evening (~7-9pm) at some place near the metro (I&#39;m looking into it).  If this goes well, we can make it a regularly thing, supplementing our social meetups.<br>
<br>Topics for discussion or as short presentations can include:<br>* Smithsonian collaboration <br>* Wikimedia public policy initiative<br>* Discuss how to move forward with formalizing Wikimedia DC. (as a local, separate chapter or local affiliate of a regional chapter? pros/cons, next steps)<br>
* Wikimedia fundraiser<br>* your topic ...<br><br>Meetup page and RSVP:<br><br><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC_13">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC_13</a><br><br>If people want, we can migrate after the meetup to a pub or some place.<br clear="all">
<br>Cheers,<br>Katie<br>