[wlug_org] [nzlug] Richard Stallman Visit Update: (fwd)

[Mark Foster]

WellyLUG types -
See below from Simon Bridge - we really should try to rig something up, a 
meeting to have opportunity to meet Richard would be ideal.

I know NZOSS want to rig something as well so we should probably be in 
touch with them.

Second email will follow shortly...





On Tue, 1 Jul 2008, simon wrote:

> Richard is requesting a more detailed itinerary, like, now.
> 
> Just to be clear:
> RMS is due to arrive on the 6th of August (5 weeks to go).
> First date available for a gig is the 8th.
> He is expected to leave on the 20th - which gives us two weeks.
> 
> Let's not waste this opportunity folks.
> 
> So far, UA CompSci wants two talks - probably in the first week. I've
> asked for an actual set of dates.
> 
> He is prepared to travel - and expects to. The main criterion is the
> number of people you can get to come to the talk. So even Hawks Bay LUG
> can get a look-in if they get the numbers.
> 
> When I know the who and where, I can organise travel and accommodation.
> 
> I have asked RMS to buy the ticket, to be reimbursed - preferably before
> he leaves. Expect things to move quickly from now on.
> 
> Anyone with press contacts, I have a press package for you.
> Thank you
> Simon Bridge
> 
> 
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