Tolkien Events 2009 - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

The Might · 09-03-2009, 05:36 PM

What a pity... I was sad because the German Tolkien Society didn't seem to meet anywhere in the northwest for something special, and now that I'm studying in the south of Germany, where I thought they would rather plan something, I find out the Seminar for 2010 is in the east.

Surely, a curse of Morgoth.

Bêthberry · 09-04-2009, 02:44 PM

Well, it's done. At the second last moment on the last day I registered for Oxonmoot. Blame Mr. Berry for his prodding. He says he expects to hear that I am kicked out of Oxford.

I'm now waiting for word from Air Gwahir.

So, I guess I'll be seeing you there, Rune, narf, Esty, and Hookbill.

I doubt I'll have a costume ready though. I'm looking forward to hearing the panel speak about Esty's music book.

Lalwendë · 09-04-2009, 03:31 PM

Now I'm even more annoyed!

Still, would Oxford really be ready for the reign of terror that the young fella would inflict upon it in his search for triangles?

The Squatter of Amon Rûdh · 09-05-2009, 12:21 PM

Oxford's survived several invasions, one civil war and the Luftwaffe: I'm pretty sure it could withstand one more quest for geometry.

I will, of course, be joining the happy throng for Oxonmoot, which is a good thing for Bethberry since I'm her chauffeur for the weekend. It's shaping up to be a good one again, so hopefully the end of the month will see a truly ludicrous number of accounts in the meetings thread.

Is there to be another Oxonmoot special of the Downer, Hookbill? With an easier crossword, perchance?

Hookbill the Goomba · 09-05-2009, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by The Squatter of Amon Rûdh

Is there to be another Oxonmoot special of the Downer, Hookbill? With an easier crossword, perchance?

Fraid not.

But I'll be bringing a lap top with everything of P&A 3 on it. If you ask nicely (and pay me a few hundred pounds) I might share them with anyone who's interested.

The Squatter of Amon Rûdh · 09-05-2009, 12:46 PM

I'll give you three and sixpence and a pickled egg. I defy you to get a better offer than that.

Mithalwen · 09-05-2009, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Lalwendë

Now I'm even more annoyed!

Still, would Oxford really be ready for the reign of terror that the young fella would inflict upon it in his search for triangles?

If we could incite him to do the range of terror thing during the guitar playing / sub-vogon poetry recital I might be able to face going again.

Bêthberry · 09-05-2009, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Lalwendë

Now I'm even more annoyed!

Still, would Oxford really be ready for the reign of terror that the young fella would inflict upon it in his search for triangles?

I can imagine him playing with Lyra and gyptians quite easily.

We made a trek over the pond and around Amsterdam and Koln with a 26 month old and a 46 month old and both cities survived.

Since I'm also staying Sunday night (due to the exigencies of my kind and gracious chauffeur), could you and davem and the little one come for a day visit just on Sunday? You could skip the Oxonmoot expenses and still make a Downer social gathering.

Lalwendë · 09-06-2009, 05:54 AM

It's a bit too far for a day trip, but I'm thinking we may manage one night as we could find one of these Travel Inns cheap on the outskirts - this all depends on the car being 'fit' though - part of the bonnet has popped up by half an inch and if you drive fast it's quite terrifying because it sounds like you're in a jumbo jet

Oddly, I wish they'd not actually have Oxonmoot in Oxford as it's an impossible place to get to - horrible to drive around, impossible to park and just that bit too expensive on the train. So, I'm looking forwards to the event in 2012 in Loughborough!

Bêthberry · 09-06-2009, 02:56 PM

Duct tape! I know someone who lost the lock/key on the gas--petrol!--and used duct tape to keep the cover closed.

It would be great if you and davem and Sir Elf could make it, Lal. And of course Mithalwen too, although I don't know where she comes from, but I'm sure it's not as far as I'm coming.

Lalwendë · 09-06-2009, 04:22 PM

I am going to consider a trip, actually going to Oxonmoot would be a waste as we'd just have to take it in turns to entertain the Whirlwind, but we'll have to see what transport and money allows! I have visions of my bonnet flying open one day soon and having to drive like one of the Dukes of Hazzard, hangin' outta the window

Estelyn Telcontar · 09-08-2009, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by The Might

What a pity... I was sad because the German Tolkien Society didn't seem to meet anywhere in the northwest for something special, and now that I'm studying in the south of Germany, where I thought they would rather plan something, I find out the Seminar for 2010 is in the east.

Surely, a curse of Morgoth.

When I'm back at my own home PC with the German Tolkien Society information, I'll PM you with some possibilities for meeting other Tolkien fans in northern Germany, TM. There are smials (Stammtische) in several cities, including Hannover and Hamburg - if our timing is right, we might even meet there some time, as I now live up north as well.

I'm delighted that Ms. Berry is coming to Oxonmoot! The list of our allies grows! Hookbill, I will be in Oxford a day early, so definitely would be there and willing to meet you and any other Downers earlier on Friday. Anyone for a drink at the Bird and Baby?

Rune, Squatter, narfforc, it will be a pleasure, as always! Mithalwen, I don't remember - will you be coming this year? poison ivy has mentioned that she will be attending.

Lal and Dave, it would be a great delight to see you and the Elflet - I do hope you find a way to come for a day or two. I will miss my erstwhile roommate Guinevere this year - unless she decides to come at the last minute...

09-03-2009, 05:36 PM	#1
The Might Guard of the Citadel Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Oxon Posts: 2,205	What a pity... I was sad because the German Tolkien Society didn't seem to meet anywhere in the northwest for something special, and now that I'm studying in the south of Germany, where I thought they would rather plan something, I find out the Seminar for 2010 is in the east. Surely, a curse of Morgoth. __________________ “The invisible and the non-existent look very much alike.” Delos B. McKown

09-04-2009, 02:44 PM	#2
Bêthberry Cryptic Aura Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 6,003	Well, it's done. At the second last moment on the last day I registered for Oxonmoot. Blame Mr. Berry for his prodding. He says he expects to hear that I am kicked out of Oxford. I'm now waiting for word from Air Gwahir. So, I guess I'll be seeing you there, Rune, narf, Esty, and Hookbill. I doubt I'll have a costume ready though. I'm looking forward to hearing the panel speak about Esty's music book. __________________ I’ll sing his roots off. I’ll sing a wind up and blow leaf and branch away. Last edited by Bêthberry; 09-04-2009 at 02:52 PM.

09-04-2009, 03:31 PM	#3
Lalwendë A Mere Boggart Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: under the bed Posts: 4,737	Now I'm even more annoyed! Still, would Oxford really be ready for the reign of terror that the young fella would inflict upon it in his search for triangles? __________________ Gordon's alive!

09-05-2009, 12:21 PM	#4
The Squatter of Amon Rûdh Spectre of Decay Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Bar-en-Danwedh Posts: 2,178	Many mootings Oxford's survived several invasions, one civil war and the Luftwaffe: I'm pretty sure it could withstand one more quest for geometry. I will, of course, be joining the happy throng for Oxonmoot, which is a good thing for Bethberry since I'm her chauffeur for the weekend. It's shaping up to be a good one again, so hopefully the end of the month will see a truly ludicrous number of accounts in the meetings thread. Is there to be another Oxonmoot special of the Downer, Hookbill? With an easier crossword, perchance? __________________ Man kenuva métim' andúne?

09-05-2009, 12:46 PM	#6
The Squatter of Amon Rûdh Spectre of Decay Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Bar-en-Danwedh Posts: 2,178	I'll give you three and sixpence and a pickled egg. I defy you to get a better offer than that. __________________ Man kenuva métim' andúne?

09-06-2009, 05:54 AM	#9
Lalwendë A Mere Boggart Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: under the bed Posts: 4,737	It's a bit too far for a day trip, but I'm thinking we may manage one night as we could find one of these Travel Inns cheap on the outskirts - this all depends on the car being 'fit' though - part of the bonnet has popped up by half an inch and if you drive fast it's quite terrifying because it sounds like you're in a jumbo jet Oddly, I wish they'd not actually have Oxonmoot in Oxford as it's an impossible place to get to - horrible to drive around, impossible to park and just that bit too expensive on the train. So, I'm looking forwards to the event in 2012 in Loughborough! __________________ Gordon's alive!

09-06-2009, 02:56 PM	#10
Bêthberry Cryptic Aura Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 6,003	Duct tape! I know someone who lost the lock/key on the gas--petrol!--and used duct tape to keep the cover closed. It would be great if you and davem and Sir Elf could make it, Lal. And of course Mithalwen too, although I don't know where she comes from, but I'm sure it's not as far as I'm coming. __________________ I’ll sing his roots off. I’ll sing a wind up and blow leaf and branch away.

09-06-2009, 04:22 PM	#11
Lalwendë A Mere Boggart Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: under the bed Posts: 4,737	I am going to consider a trip, actually going to Oxonmoot would be a waste as we'd just have to take it in turns to entertain the Whirlwind, but we'll have to see what transport and money allows! I have visions of my bonnet flying open one day soon and having to drive like one of the Dukes of Hazzard, hangin' outta the window __________________ Gordon's alive!