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ProZ.com powwow: Meeting each other, suggestions welcome
September 5, 2008, 12:00 am
CanadaTorontoIn personFrench
42 Yonge street Richtree
1) Drop your card in the bowl for the chance to win one of my unknown (For now) paintings
2) Introductions, your specialty, type of work you prefer...whatever
3) Funny translator or interpreter stories
4) Business exchange..........
5) Draw from funniest story and random from cards.
Oh no, I was just given an interpretation assignment at the Toronto Film Fest at exactly the same time that afternoon. I shall have to catch up with you all the next time.
I would have loved to come and meet other translators in Toronto, but unfortunately I already had something planned. Could you please keep me posted for the next one please?
Hélène Treloar Local time: 16:23 French to English + ...
welcome
May 1, 2008
looking forward to meeting you and your wife.
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Hélène Treloar Local time: 16:23 French to English + ...
New guest & photographer
May 13, 2008
Nicholas Ferreira will attend and volunteered to take pictures. Thanks Nicholas
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Hélène Treloar Local time: 16:23 French to English + ...
Things are looking-up
Jun 1, 2008
We now have 2 volunteers for photography and Ken to take notes. I think that by September we may have about 20 people. Please take a few moments and tell me what would be good place to meet and/or what you would like to see happen. You may write to me at b.e.t.a@rogers.com Hélène Treloar
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helene, thanks for your note. It should be a great event. I think most of us go to the powwows to meet other language professionals and network and socialize with them. So a restaurant or informal setting like a lounge might serve our purposes well, perhaps somewhere by the waterfront. I am not overly familiar with the area myself, so perhaps others might have concrete suggestions for a venue...
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Hélène Treloar Local time: 16:23 French to English + ...
Venue suggestions
Jun 2, 2008
I am thinking that of outdoor locations next to indoor locations in case of rain or if we want to get a drink. 1)Wilmot Creek Park at Leslie and Eglinton, on the North-East corner, there used to be the Inn on the Park, I would have to check what it is called now 2) Docks, which also has a new name now, it's in the East end by Cherry street, a bit pricey but a wonderful entertainment complex. 3) I don't know the West-end but there must be lounges or restaurant by the Park Whic... See more
I am thinking that of outdoor locations next to indoor locations in case of rain or if we want to get a drink. 1)Wilmot Creek Park at Leslie and Eglinton, on the North-East corner, there used to be the Inn on the Park, I would have to check what it is called now 2) Docks, which also has a new name now, it's in the East end by Cherry street, a bit pricey but a wonderful entertainment complex. 3) I don't know the West-end but there must be lounges or restaurant by the Park Which would you prefer or make your own suggestions ▲ Collapse
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Lynda Tharratt Local time: 16:23 Member (2006) Spanish to English + ...
venues
Jun 24, 2008
I think it would be nice if we could meet over a meal (either a picnic or restaurant). I will be coming from out of town so I will probably want to grab a bite to eat anyway. I like the waterfront suggestion but I must confess that I don't know Toronto that well.
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Hege Jakobsen Lepri Norway Local time: 22:23 Member (2002) English to Norwegian + ...
venues- museum and restaurants
Jun 24, 2008
Both the Gardiner Musem and the ROM have great restaurants that could work for the event.
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Juliana Brown Israel Local time: 16:23 Member (2007) Spanish to English + ...
Gardiner/ROM
Jun 24, 2008
The restaurants are good, if rather expensive (I'll have to raise my rates again). What's great about both is that they're right on the subway, which will make them easier to get to.
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Hege Jakobsen Lepri Norway Local time: 22:23 Member (2002) English to Norwegian + ...
another option
Jun 24, 2008
the date chosen also coincides with the Cabbagetown festival, so one of the meny restaurants in the area might be an option (and close to home for me)
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I concur that the ROM restaurant is great and expensive. I am a member of the ROM so may be able to negotiate a discount and help get reservation. I will probably know for sure if I can attend or not in a week or two
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Lynda Tharratt Local time: 16:23 Member (2006) Spanish to English + ...
ROM
Jul 5, 2008
Personally, I like the idea of the ROM, it's got my vote! And, it's on the subway so that may be handy for some.
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Lynda Tharratt Local time: 16:23 Member (2006) Spanish to English + ...
YIKES!
Jul 5, 2008
Just checked the menu prices for lunch, wow it is pricy!
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Hélène Treloar Local time: 16:23 French to English + ...
Whistlers
Jul 5, 2008
This restaurant is on broadview, walking distance from the subway and not far from Cabbagetown, if someone wants to check out the festival.It is reasonnable...... http://whistlers.sites.toronto.com/
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Lynda Tharratt Local time: 16:23 Member (2006) Spanish to English + ...
Whistler's
Jul 7, 2008
This restaurant looks like a good choice. Brunch sounds good! I think a more casual atmosphere is better too and perhaps they could accomodate a larger group in a more quiet section to facilitate discussion. What say ye, fellow attendees?
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Whenever I have to meet casually with many people, I love RichTree at Brookfield Place (http://www.richtree.ca/). Apart from being central and with easy access, the huge range of options can fit everyone's personal budget, as each one gets what they want using the restaurant's card. Payment is individual and simple, too. (I'm the "keep it simple" type.)
BTW, I really look forward to meeting other translators. I've been in Ca... See more
Whenever I have to meet casually with many people, I love RichTree at Brookfield Place (http://www.richtree.ca/). Apart from being central and with easy access, the huge range of options can fit everyone's personal budget, as each one gets what they want using the restaurant's card. Payment is individual and simple, too. (I'm the "keep it simple" type.)
BTW, I really look forward to meeting other translators. I've been in Canada for 1 year. ▲ Collapse
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