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SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Retro User Computer Group July 2025 (Day Event)
DESCRIPTION:Retro Computing Day Event – Register Now! \nDate: Saturday\, July 19\, 2025 Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM\n\nBring Your Hardware – Share Your Projects! \nWhether you’re repairing\, modding\, programming\, or just showing off your retro setup — this day is all about celebrating what you’re working on.\nNo set theme this time\, but we’ll include a light nod to computer music\, with a few sound-related demos and tunes along the way. \n\nEvent Highlights: \n\nHardware Showcase: Bring along your vintage machines to exhibit and discuss with fellow enthusiasts.\nPet Projects Welcome: Whether it’s software\, mods\, or music\, we’d love to see what you’ve been building or restoring.\nCollaborative Projects: Join others in working on hardware tweaks\, code experiments\, or classic game exploration.\nKnowledge Sharing: Swap ideas and tips with like-minded retro computing fans.\nRepair and Upgrade Tips: Get advice on troubleshooting and improving your systems.\nRefreshments Provided: Tea\, coffee\, and biscuits throughout the day. Plus\, enjoy lunch at the on-site Finnegans Café.\n\n\nOpen Invitation to All! \nWe welcome all retro platforms — not just Acorn. Whether you’re into Sinclair\, Atari\, Commodore\, Amstrad\, Apple or others\, you’ll find a friendly group eager to chat\, share\, and collaborate. \n\nVenue Details: \nFalkirk Business Hub\n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL\nVisit the Venue Website \nLocated just two minutes from Grahamston Train Station and easily reached via the M9 motorway. The venue is fully accessible with lifts and disabled access. After the event\, there are plenty of local bars and restaurants for further socialising. \n\nParking Recommendations: \n\nWeir Street Car Park: Right next to the venue. Great for dropping off gear. Note: short-term\, higher cost.\nMelville Street Car Park: One street away. Also short-term with premium rates.\nGarrison Place Car Park: Better value for long stays.\n\n\nJoin us for a hands-on day of retro computing\, tinkering\, chatting\, and reconnecting with Scotland’s growing retro community!
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-retro-user-computer-group-july-2025-day-event/
LOCATION:Falkirk Business Hub\, 45 Vicar St\, Falkirk\, FK1 1LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Bussey":MAILTO:paul@retrorendezvous.org
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SUMMARY:ABUG Online #97
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to welcome you to another virtual ABUG meetup! Our friendly Tuesday evening General Sessions happens every three weeks\, creating a relaxed space to share updates\, swap stories\, and discuss all things Acorn. You can chat about anything from restoring a cherished BBC Micro\, tracking down rare software\, or just eager to share about your favourite classic games\, this is the place for you. \nThis session\, we’d love to hear about your recent projects\, perhaps your most recently gained eBay treasures or other Acorn related gifts you received (perhaps to yourself!) over Christmas. \nPlanning to attend?  \nDrop a quick reply to this post to let us know you’ll be there. If you’ve got a story\, experience\, or discovery to share\, feel free to mention that too! \nSchedule of Events \n7:30pm – 9:30pm | General Discussion \nThis session\, we’d love to hear about your recent projects\, perhaps your most recently gained eBay treasures or other gifts (perhaps to yourself!) over Christmas. \nWe’ll have an open floor to showcase and chat about: \n•⁠ ⁠Things we bought\n•⁠ ⁠Things we want\n•⁠ ⁠Things we remember\n•⁠ ⁠Things we’ve discovered\n•⁠ ⁠Things we’ve learnt\n•⁠ ⁠Things we’ve lost (but not forgotten)\n•⁠ ⁠Games / Music / Graphics\n•⁠ Repairs and refurbishments\n•⁠ ⁠Bargains found! \nBring your updates\, join the conversation\, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. \nHow to Join \n•⁠ ⁠Date: Tuesday\, 28th January\n•⁠ ⁠Time: 7:30pm (Zoom lobby will open a bit earlier)\n•⁠ ⁠Zoom Link: If you don’t already have it\, please send a PM or ask in this thread. (Links are not shared publicly.) \n++++++++\nGet the Zoom link by a PM to me or requesting via this thread at the Stardot forum:-\nhttps://stardot.org.uk/forums/viewtopic.php?t=30476\n++++++++\nGrab a drink\, fire up your favourite Acorn machine\, and settle in for an enjoyable evening. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/abug-online-97/
LOCATION:Córdoba
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SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Retro User Computer Group Jan 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nEvent on Monday 13th January \nThis is a gathering for lovers of any retro microcomputers\, especially those fond of the BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, Atom\, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub\, in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nMonday 13th January 2025 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n🕹 Event Features: \nThis is an informal gathering for… \n\n– Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.\n– Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\n– Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other enthusiasts.\n– Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.\n– Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee\, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars\, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.\n\n🔎 Jan 2025 Focus \nAcorn’s Sandbox Gaming Legacy\nCelebrate the open-world and exploratory games of Acorn computers\, including classics like Elite\, Exile\, Citadel\, Repton\, and The Lords of Midnight (inspired by Acorn-era gaming – I will have a simple version of this running for the BBC Micro). These games were influential for their freedom of choice and creativity\, laying the groundwork for modern sandbox gaming. \nBringing in non-Acorn machines? See if you can find an early sandbox-style game for your own machine. \nWays to Contribute:\n\nGame Demos: Showcase these classics on your BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, or Archimedes.\nCustom Content: Share custom levels\, mods\, or unique strategies for games like Repton or Exile.\nPersonal Stories: Talk about your experiences with these games and their impact.\nCompetitions: Organize friendly challenges on Elite or Repton for prizes.\nHardware & Swaps: Bring spare hardware\, peripherals\, or game disks to trade or sell.\n\n All Are Welcome:\nWhile the event tends to be Acorn-centric\, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well. We’ve had Sinclair\, Atari\, Commodore\, Altair etc. \n Date & Time:\nMonday 13th January 2025 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n Location: Falkirk Business Hub \n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL \nAccess : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access. \n \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts. \n \n🚗🅿 There are two recommended car parks:- \ni) Weir street car park which is next to the venue. Free parking in the evenings\nii) Melville street – one street away – also free in the evenings.
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-retro-user-computer-group-jan-2025/
LOCATION:Falkirk Business Hub\, 45 Vicar St\, Falkirk\, FK1 1LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Bussey":MAILTO:paul@retrorendezvous.org
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SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Retro User Computer Group Nov 2024 (Day Event)
DESCRIPTION:Retro Computing Day Event – Register Now! \nNEW Date: Saturday\, November 30\, 2024\nTime: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM\n\nEvent Theme: Celebrating 3D Classics on Acorn Machines \nWe’re shining a spotlight on the pioneering 3D graphics that brought depth and immersion to early gaming. Feel free to bring along your copies of these games and we’ll see some of these run on the day. Got a pioneering 3D graphics game for a non Acorn machine? Then please bring along! \nKey titles include: \n– Elite (1984): The seminal space trading and combat simulator by David Braben and Ian Bell\, renowned for its vast universe and open-ended gameplay.\n– Aviator (1983): Geoff Crammond’s realistic Spitfire flight simulator\, offering thrilling aerial maneuvers and dogfights.\n– Revs (1984): Another Geoff Crammond masterpiece\, this Formula 3 racing simulation set new standards for realism in driving games.\n– 3D Tank Zone (1983): Navigate a wireframe-rendered battlefield in this first-person tank combat game.\n– Chocks Away (1990): A flight combat game for the Acorn Archimedes featuring solid 3D graphics. Pilot a biplane through challenging missions and dogfights.\n– Zarch (1987): Also known as “Virus\,” this groundbreaking 3D action game for the Acorn Archimedes by David Braben\, where you pilot a craft to eradicate an alien infection over a dynamic landscape.\n– Star Fighter 3000 (1994): A cutting-edge 3D space combat game for the Acorn Archimedes\, offering expansive environments and advanced graphics for its time. \n\nEvent Highlights: \n\nHardware Showcase: Bring along your vintage machines to exhibit and discuss with fellow enthusiasts.\nCollaborative Projects: Join others in working on hardware modifications\, coding adventures\, or classic gaming.\nKnowledge Sharing: Exchange ideas\, insights\, and expertise with a community of retro computing fans.\nRepair and Upgrade Tips: Seek advice on breathing new life into your Acorn systems and enhancing their capabilities.\nRefreshments Provided: Enjoy tea\, coffee\, and biscuits throughout the event. An on-site café is also available for your convenience.\n\n\nOpen Invitation to All! \nWhile we celebrate all things Acorn\, aficionados of other retro platforms are warmly welcomed. Previous gatherings have included fans and owners of Sinclair\, Atari\, Commodore\, Altair\, Apple and more. \n\nVenue Details: \nFalkirk Business Hub\n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL\nVisit the Venue Website \nLocated just a two-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station\, our modern venue is easily accessible via the M9 motorway connecting Stirling and Edinburgh. After the event\, explore the numerous nearby bars and restaurants for continued mingling. \nThe facility is fully accessible\, featuring disabled access and elevators. \n\nParking Recommendations: \n\nWeir Street Car Park: Adjacent to the venue—ideal for equipment drop-off. Please note it’s short-term parking with higher rates.\nMelville Street Car Park: Just a street away\, suitable for dropping off equipment. Also short-term and may be expensive.\nGarrison Place Car Park: Offers long-term parking with more affordable pricing.\n\n\nJoin us for a day of nostalgia\, learning\, and connecting with fellow retro computing enthusiasts! \n \n  \n 
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-retro-user-computer-group-nov-2024-day-event/
LOCATION:Falkirk Business Hub\, 45 Vicar St\, Falkirk\, FK1 1LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Bussey":MAILTO:paul@retrorendezvous.org
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SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Retro User Computer Group Sept 2024 (Day Event)
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for an exciting day event dedicated to retro computer enthusiasts\, with a special focus on Acorn machines. This ABUG event aims to bring together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting at the Falkirk Business Hub in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nEvent Date and Time\nSaturday\, 28th September 2024\n9:00 AM to 5:00 PM \nEvent Highlights\n\nWorkshops: Engage in hands-on workshops throughout the day (details to be confirmed).\nShow and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with fellow enthusiasts.\nCollaborative Working: Spend time working on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\nKnowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other retro computing fans.\nAdvice on Repair and Upgrade: Get tips and tricks for reviving and upgrading your Acorn machines.\nWe’ll have tea\, coffee and biscuits on hand through the day.\nAll Are Welcome : While the event is primarily Acorn-centric\, we also welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines. Past events have seen participation from fans of Sinclair\, Atari\, Commodore\, Altair\, and more.\n\nLocation\nFalkirk Business Hub\n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL\nAccess: Use the side door on Vicar Street\, which also has disabled access. \nThe venue is a contemporary setting just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station\, with easy access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing. There is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings. \nRecommended Car Parks\nWeir Street Car Park: Adjacent to the venue\nMelville Street Car Park: One street away \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts. \n \nWe will be using the large seminar room which can be sectioned off for workshops \n \n 
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-retro-user-computer-group-sept-2024-day-event/
LOCATION:Córdoba
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SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Retro User Computer Group June 2024
DESCRIPTION:This is a gathering for lovers of any retro microcomputers\, especially those fond of the BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, Atom\, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub\, in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nThursday 27th June 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n🕹 Event Features: \nThis is an informal gathering for… \n\n– Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.\n– Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\n– Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other enthusiasts.\n– Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.\n– Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee\, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars\, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.\n\n🔎 June 2024 Hardware Focus : Interfacing with the outside world \nAcorn machines in the main were blessed with a staggering range of internal and external expansion options that made it the ultimate platform for interfacing with all sorts of devices! \nFor this month’s session\, let’s bring in and demonstrate some of the more popular (or weird and wonderful) devices you can connect to an Acorn machine\, such as :- \n\nTurtle Graphics Device – Used with LOGO to draw and create graphics.\nInfra-red Touch Screen – For direct interaction with the computer interface.\nAnalogue 3D Joystick (The Bitstick) – For advanced gaming and 3D applications.\nLight Pens – For precise drawing and selecting on the screen.\nStylus Touch Pads – For graphic design and drawing tasks.\nMusical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) Devices – Used with synthesizer keyboards and other audio equipment.\nRobot Arm – For educational programming and robotics projects.\nPhilips LaserDisc Player – Connected via the BBC Domesday System for interactive video playback.\nSound Samplers – Devices for recording and manipulating sound.\nTemperature Sensors – For scientific experiments and data logging purposes.\nSatellite Receiver – For receiving and processing satellite signals. (I had one of these!)\n\n All Are Welcome:\nWhile the event tends to be Acorn-centric\, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well. We’ve had Sinclair\, Atari\, Commodore\, Altair etc. \n Date & Time:\nThursday 27th June 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n Location: Falkirk Business Hub \n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL \nAccess : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access. \n \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts. \n \n🚗🅿 There are two recommended car parks:- \ni) Weir street car park which is next to the venue. Free parking in the evenings\nii) Melville street – one street away – also free in the evenings.
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-retro-user-computer-group-june-2024/
LOCATION:FK1 1LL\, 45 Vicar Street\, Falkirk\, FK11LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Bussey":MAILTO:paul@retrorendezvous.org
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SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Retro User Computer Group May 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis is a gathering for lovers of any retro microcomputers\, especially those fond of the BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, Atom\, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub\, in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nThursday 30th May 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n🕹 Event Features: \nThis is an informal gathering for… \n\n– Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.\n– Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\n– Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other enthusiasts.\n– Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.\n– Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee\, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars\, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.\n\n🔎 May 2024 Hardware Focus : Econet and networking : Software Focus – multi-player games \n\nEconet Networking Demo: Let’s set up some Acorn computers with Econet hardware and demonstrate how Econet networking works. Show how files can be shared among connected computers.\nAcorn Econet Computer Showcase: bring your Acorn computers\, especially those with Econet interfaces\, to showcase and discuss your setups.\nEconet Troubleshooting: Experienced members can offer guidance and assistance in diagnosing and solving problems on networking Acorn machines together.\nMultiplayer Gaming Sessions: Econet Elite anyone? Let’s get some multiplayer gaming sessions set up!\n\nOther networking activities:- \n\nBulletin Board : Stardot user BrianMartin runs the “Night Owl” Bullentin Board – let’s see if we can connect to that or have it up and running at the meetup\nConnecting together other makes of retro machines locally or to others across the world.\n\n All Are Welcome:\nWhile the event tends to be Acorn-centric\, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well. We’ve had Sinclair\, Atari\, Commodore\, Altair etc. \n Date & Time:\nThursday 30th May 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n Location: Falkirk Business Hub \n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL \nAccess : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access. \n \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts. \n \n🚗🅿 There are two recommended car parks:- \ni) Weir street car park which is next to the venue. Free parking in the evenings\nii) Melville street – one street away – also free in the evenings.
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-retro-user-computer-group-may-2024/
LOCATION:FK1 1LL\, 45 Vicar Street\, Falkirk\, FK11LL\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240425T220000
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SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Retro User Computer Group Apr 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis is a gathering for lovers of any retro microcomputers\, especially those fond of the BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, Atom\, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub\, in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nThursday 25th April 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n🕹 Event Features: \nThis is an informal gathering for… \n\n– Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.\n– Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\n– Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other enthusiasts.\n– Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.\n– Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee\, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars\, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.\n\n🔎 April 2024 Software Focus : Adventure Games and Hardware Focus : Spring Cleaning \n \nI’ll be including a specially written version of “The Hobbit” – “Exploring Wilderland” written in BASIC on a BBC Micro that allows you to explore the original map of the game and it includes NPCs (remember Thorin and Gandalf?) with some additional programming to make them a little more…unpredictable. Just like in the original – wild things may happen! I’ll include a kiosk powerpoint on how I approached this coding project. \nBring along your own favourite text adventure/graphic adventure game and experience text/graphic adventures the way they were meant to be played—on vintage hardware. We’ll have setups ready for you to step back in time and immerse yourself in nostalgia. \nSpring Cleaning\nBring along a machine that needs a spring clean and demonstrate or ask advice on the best approaches to clean keyboards\, edge connectors or circuit boards. \n All Are Welcome:\nWhile the event tends to be Acorn-centric\, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well. We’ve had Sinclair\, Atari\, Commodore\, Altair etc. \n Date & Time:\nThursday 25th April 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n🔎 April 2024 Special Focus : TBC \n Location: Falkirk Business Hub \n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL \nAccess : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access. \n \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts. \n \n🚗🅿 There are two recommended car parks:- \ni) Weir street car park which is next to the venue. Free parking in the evenings\nii) Melville street – one street away – also free in the evenings.
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-retro-user-computer-group-apr-2024/
LOCATION:Falkirk Business Hub\, 45 Vicar St\, Falkirk\, FK1 1LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Bussey":MAILTO:paul@retrorendezvous.org
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240328T220000
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SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Retro User Computer Group Mar 2024
DESCRIPTION:This is a gathering for lovers of any retro microcomputers\, especially those fond of the BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, Atom\, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub\, in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nThursday 28th March 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n🕹 Event Features: \nThis is an informal gathering for… \n\n– Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.\n– Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\n– Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other enthusiasts.\n– Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.\n– Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee\, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars\, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.\n\n All Are Welcome:\nWhile the event tends to be Acorn-centric\, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well. \n Date & Time:\nThursday 28th March 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n🔎 March 2024 Special Focus : Rare Machines \nBring in a machine that you consider is the rarest in your collection\, or alternatively at the event talk about a particular rare retro machine you’ve got your sites on. \nI’ll be bringing along a ZX Spectrum 128K toastrack and have it up and running demonstrating a digital tape loader. \nDiscover and Share: Beyond the joy of showcasing your own rare equipment\, you’ll have the chance to see and learn about others’ unique items. It’s a fantastic opportunity to deepen your knowledge and appreciation for the rich history of Acorn computing and other retro makes. \nConnect and Converse: Our event is the perfect ground for meeting like-minded enthusiasts. Whether you’re a veteran collector\, a hobbyist\, or someone curious about the evolution of computers\, you’ll find friendly faces eager to share stories\, insights\, and a few laughs. \nInspire and Get Inspired: Witnessing the passion behind preserving and celebrating these machines can be incredibly inspiring. You might just leave with new ideas\, a wish list of tech to seek out\, or even the beginnings of a new project. \n Location: Falkirk Business Hub \n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL\nNearest car park (opposite building) : weir street \nAccess : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access. \n \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts.
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-retro-user-computer-group-mar-2024/
LOCATION:Córdoba
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SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Acorn User Computer Group Feb 2024
DESCRIPTION:This is a gathering for lovers of retro microcomputers\, especially those fond of the BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, Atom\, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub\, in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nTo emphasise this event is open to all with an interest in Acorn computers! \nThursday 29th February 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n🕹 Event Features: \nThis is an informal gathering for… \n\n– Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.\n– Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\n– Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other enthusiasts.\n– Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.\n– Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee\, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars\, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.\n\n🔎 February 2024 Special Focus : Restoration Workshop \nBring in a machine that you’re still repairing or can’t get to work and talk to the group to get advice about next steps for it’s restoration and some hands-on learning. You may be able to  get the computer tested\, get advice on cleaning or replacing components and best sources for obtaining those components. \n All Are Welcome:\nWhile the event is Acorn-centric\, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well. \n Date & Time:\nThursday 29th February 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n Location: Falkirk Business Hub \n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL\nNearest car park (opposite building) : weir street \nAccess : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access. \n \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts.
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-feb-2024/
LOCATION:Córdoba
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240118T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240118T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T145820
CREATED:20231212T143406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T093249Z
UID:297-1705604400-1705615200@retrorendezvous.org
SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) :  Acorn Computer User Group Jan 2024
DESCRIPTION:(photography in this poster by Richard Keeble) \nThis is a gathering for lovers of retro microcomputers\, especially those fond of the BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, Atom\, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub\, in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nTo emphasise this event is open to all with an interest in Acorn computers! \nThursday 18th January 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n🕹 Event Features: \nThis is an informal gathering for… \n\n– Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.\n– Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\n– Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other enthusiasts.\n– Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.\n– Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee\, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars\, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.\n\n🔎 January 2024 Focus : Acorn Swap Meet \nBring your Acorn-related items to swap\, sell\, offer as a freebie or showcase. \nThis could include hardware\, software\, magazines\, and accessories\, allowing you to expand your collections or discover rare items \nIf you want to take part in this\, then In the StarDot forum for this event\, post a reply stating one or more of these… \n\n– What you’re looking for\n– What you might be willing to swap\n– What you may wish to sell\n– What you may offer as a freebie\n– What you may bring to just showcase\n\nWe’d encourage you to abide by the StarDot forum rules for trading \n All Are Welcome:\nWhile the event is Acorn-centric\, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well. \n Date & Time:\nThursday 18th January 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n Location: Falkirk Business Hub \n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL\nNearest car park (opposite building) : weir street \nAccess : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access. \n \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts.
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-acorn-computer-user-group-jan-2024/
LOCATION:Córdoba
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231123T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231123T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T145820
CREATED:20231025T160634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T104159Z
UID:159-1700766000-1700776800@retrorendezvous.org
SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Acorn Computer User Group Nov 2023
DESCRIPTION:This is an informal gathering for lovers of retro machines\, especially those fond of the BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, Atom\, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub\, in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nTo emphasise this event is open to all with an interest in Acorn computers! \nDate/Time : Thursday 23rd November 7:00PM-10:00PM\n \n🕹 Event Features: \nThis is an informal gathering for… \n\n– Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.\n– Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\n– Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other enthusiasts.\n– Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.\n– Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee\, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars\, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.\n\n 🎄The Christmas Edition : Extra Features 🎄 \n\n– Introductions – we’ll have an introductions segment for about 30 minutes so each user can tell us a bit more about themselves such as:-\n\n– Their kit\n– How their Acorn machine influenced their career path.\n– A current project\n– A favourite past retro memory\n– What retro item they’d love for Christmas.\n\n\n– Christmas theme – celebrate Christmas by using one of these ideas:-\n\n \n\n– Acorn Christmas Graphics: Program graphics that showcase snowflakes\, Christmas trees\, or Santa Claus animations\, utilizing the unique capabilities of Acorn computers.\n– Retro Gaming Corner: Bring a classic Acorn Christmas-themed games or holiday mod of a popular game. \n– Christmas BASIC Caroling: Recreate a classic Christmas carol using the Acorn’s sound capabilities and BASIC language. \n\n All Are Welcome:\nWhile the event is Acorn-centric\, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well. \n Date & Time:\nThursday 23rd November 7:00PM running until 10:00PM \n Location: Falkirk Business Hub \n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL\nNearest car park (opposite building) : weir street \nAccess : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access. \n \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts.
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-acorn-computer-user-group-nov-2023/
LOCATION:Córdoba
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231019T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231019T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T145820
CREATED:20231010T120429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T140922Z
UID:43-1697743800-1697752800@retrorendezvous.org
SUMMARY:The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Acorn Computer User Group : October 2023
DESCRIPTION:I would like to announce an informal gathering for lovers of retro machines\, especially those fond of the BBC Micro\, Acorn Electron\, Atom\, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines in Scotland. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub\, in central Falkirk\, Scotland. \nTo emphasise this event is open to all with an interest in Acorn computers! \nDate/Time : Thursday 19th October 7:30PM-10:00PM\n \n🕹 Event Features: \nThis is an informal gathering for… \n\n– Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.\n– Collaborative W:orking: Spend time on hardware\, programming\, or gaming projects.\n– Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas\, insights\, and skills with other enthusiasts.\n– Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.\n– Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee\, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars\, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.\n\n All Are Welcome:\nWhile the event is Acorn-centric\, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well. \n Date & Time:\nThursday 19th October 7:30PM running until 10:00PM \n Location: Falkirk Business Hub \n45 Vicar St\, Falkirk FK1 1LL\nNearest car park (opposite building) : weir street \nAccess : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access. \n \nhttps://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located\, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.\nThere is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.\nBuilding includes disabled access and lifts.
URL:https://retrorendezvous.org/index.php/event/the-i-t-crowd-scotland-informal-gathering-for-users-of-acorn-computers/
LOCATION:Falkirk Business Hub\, 45 Vicar St\, Falkirk\, FK1 1LL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Bussey":MAILTO:paul@retrorendezvous.org
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