WikiSalon

A WikiSalon is a gathering of people interested in wikis. A WikiSalon is distinct from an Edit-a-thon, a Wikidojo, and other wiki-related gatherings in that it emphasizes unstructured time for spontaneous collaboration and/or discussion, of an intermediate level of organization between a Meetup and a WikiCon.

The idea is similar to Wiki Wednesday but WikiSalons are not limited to Wednesdays. GLAM Cafe is another similar concept, with a focus on the intersection between wiki and GLAM institutions.

Requirements

Must have

• Decent supply of power outlets and seating
• Relatively quiet and peaceful atmosphere that allows loitering
• Free wireless access

Should have

• Food and drinks freely available or for purchase
• Easy access to public transportation

WikiSalons in specific areas

New York City

Wikimedia NYC has held bi-monthly and then monthly WikiSalons since January 2008, first being branded as a "salon" in 2009:

• List of links to all dates (among other NYC wiki events): Wikipedia:Meetup/NYC/Event archive

San Francisco Bay Area

Launched April 2016:

• Public-facing page: WP:Bay Area WikiSalon
• Planning page: Monthly WikiSalon in San Francisco

Washington, DC

Wikimedia DC has held monthly WikiSalons since 2013:

• Main event page: Wikipedia:Meetup/DC/WikiSalon
• List of links to all dates (among other DC wiki events): Wikipedia:Meetup/DC/Archive

early brainstorming, perhaps outdated
Possibilities Zorba's Cafe Large upstairs with power outlets Not sure about the wireless situation Convenient location (just above north exit of Dupont Circle Metro) on 20th Street No idea if they allow loitering, but it was surprisingly quiet there on Sunday afternoon Starbucks Free wireless Seating can be annoying Power outlets can be annoying Find a quiet location or two that might work well?

See also

Similar events:

• Creative Commons Salons
• GLAM Cafe
• Wiki Wednesday