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The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Acorn Computer User Group Nov 2023

November 23, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

£6.00

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 โ€“ the Falkirk Business Hub, in central Falkirk, Scotland.

To emphasise this event isย open to all with an interest in Acorn computers!

Date/Time : Thursday 23rd November 7:00PM-10:00PM

๐Ÿ•น Event Features:

This is an informal gathering for…

  • – Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.
  • – Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware, programming, or gaming projects.
  • – Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas, insights, and skills with other enthusiasts.
  • – Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.
  • – 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.

๐ŸŽ„The Christmas Edition : Extra Features ๐ŸŽ„

  • – Introductions – we’ll have an introductions segment for about 30 minutes so each user can tell us a bit more about themselves such as:-
    • – Their kit
    • – How their Acorn machine influenced their career path.
    • – A current project
    • – A favourite past retro memory
    • – What retro item they’d love for Christmas.
  • – Christmas theme – celebrate Christmas by using one of these ideas:-

  1. – Acorn Christmas Graphics: Program graphics that showcase snowflakes, Christmas trees, or Santa Claus animations, utilizing the unique capabilities of Acorn computers.
  2. – Retro Gaming Corner: Bring a classic Acorn Christmas-themed games or holiday mod of a popular game.ย 
  3. – Christmas BASIC Caroling: Recreate a classic Christmas carol using the Acorn’s sound capabilities and BASIC language.ย 

๐Ÿ’ปย All Are Welcome:
While the event is Acorn-centric, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well.

๐Ÿ“…ย Date & Time:
Thursday 23rd November 7:00PM running until 10:00PM

๐Ÿ“ย Location: Falkirk Business Hub

45 Vicar St, Falkirk FK1 1LL
Nearest car park (opposite building) : weir street

Access : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access.

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https://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ย โ€“ 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.
There is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.
Building includes disabled access and lifts.

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Details

Date:
November 23, 2023
Time:
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Cost:
£6.00
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