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New stuff

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The Signpost: 30 January 2022

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Saturday Feb 5: ONLINE Met Afrofuturist edit-a-thon (and monthlong campaign)

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February 5, 12-2pm: ONLINE Met Afrofuturist edit-a-thon
 
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for a virtual Metropolitan Museum of Art edit-a-thon Saturday afternoon (12-2pm) with partners AfroCROWD and Black Lunch Table. To join the livestream from your computer or smartphone, just watch at this link. More information about how to connect is available on the meetup page.

Our focus will be on the exhibition Before Yesterday We Could Fly inspired by Seneca Village, and featured art, artists, history and culture of the African diaspora.

We look forward to seeing local Wikimedians, but would also like to invite folks from the greater New York metropolitan area (and beyond!) who might not typically be able to join us in person!

We are also running a Met Afrofuturist chat channel on our Wikimedia NYC Discord server for the whole monthlong campaign.

12:00pm - 2:00 pm livestream via YouTube

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--Wikimedia New York City Team 05:27, 3 February 2022 (UTC)

Wikimedia NYC: Strategic Planning Survey for our community

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Wikimedia NYC: Strategic Planning Survey for our community
 
Welcome to Wikimedia New York City!

Hi Wiki-Yorkers,

We are reaching out as part of our community-building efforts at Wikimedia NYC. Our regional group is engaged in a strategic planning process to sharpen our strategy for the next three years, and we would like your input. Given your connection to us and your experience with Wikimedia NYC, I would be grateful if you would be willing to share some of your perspectives and insights as we think about our next chapter.

Attached is an anonymous survey, which will remain active until February 28. Responses will go directly to Barretto Consulting and the Wikimedia NYC board will receive responses in aggregate and to identify cross-cutting themes. Please take some time to answer it and share your thoughts with us.

Fill out our Wikimedia NYC survey!

Thank you so much. We appreciate all your ideas and community spirit.

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--Wikimedia New York City Team 18:35, 10 February 2022 (UTC)

February 23, 7pm: ONLINE WikiWednesday Salon NYC
 
Welcome to Wikimedia New York City!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our monthly "WikiWednesday" evening salon (7-8pm) and knowledge-sharing workshop. To join the meeting from your computer or smartphone, just visit this link. More information about how to connect is available on the meetup page.

We look forward to seeing local Wikimedians, but would also like to invite folks from the greater New York metropolitan area (and beyond!) who might not typically be able to join us in person!

If there's a project you'd like to share or a question you'd like answered, just let us know by adding it to the agenda or the talk page.

7:00pm - 8:00 pm online via Zoom (optional breakout rooms from 8:00-8:30)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team 19:38, 22 February 2022 (UTC)

The Signpost: 27 February 2022

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Nomination of Troy Rusnack for deletion

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A discussion is taking place as to whether the article Troy Rusnack is suitable for inclusion in Wikipedia according to Wikipedia's policies and guidelines or whether it should be deleted.

The article will be discussed at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Troy Rusnack until a consensus is reached, and anyone, including you, is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion. However, do not remove the article-for-deletion notice from the top of the article.

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Mar 27: Wiki-Tent Brunch in Brooklyn

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March 27, 11am-2pm: Wiki-Tent Brunch in Brooklyn
 
Wiki-Tent Brunch location, Sahadi’s – Courtyard 3/4 in Industry City.
 

You are invited to join us for a planned outdoor gathering between the local Wikimedia NYC community and visitors from the global Wikimedia Foundation at Sahadi's tent in Brooklyn's Industry City.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

11:00am - 2:00 pm
(Industry City, Brooklyn)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team 04:11, 18 March 2022 (UTC)

Online and in-person events
 

You are invited to join us for:

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--Wikimedia New York City Team 13:22, 23 March 2022 (UTC)

The Signpost: 27 March 2022

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Apr 24: Wiki-Picnic and WikiSeder in Brooklyn

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April 24, 2-5pm: Wiki-Picnic and WikiSeder in Brooklyn
 
Fort Greene Park.

You are invited to join us for a planned outdoor gathering with the local Wikimedia NYC community at the barbecue area of Brooklyn's Fort Greene Park.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

2:00 - 5:00 pm
(Fort Greene Park, Brooklyn)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 15:45, 14 April 2022 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 24 April 2022

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April 27, 7pm: ONLINE WikiWednesday Salon NYC
 
Welcome to Wikimedia New York City!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our monthly "WikiWednesday" evening salon (7-8pm) and knowledge-sharing workshop. To join the meeting from your computer or smartphone, just visit this link. More information about how to connect is available on the meetup page.

We look forward to seeing local Wikimedians, but would also like to invite folks from the greater New York metropolitan area (and beyond!) who might not typically be able to join us in person!

If there's a project you'd like to share or a question you'd like answered, just let us know by adding it to the agenda or the talk page.

7:00pm - 8:00 pm online via Zoom (optional breakout rooms from 8:00-8:30)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team 02:30, 27 April 2022 (UTC)

May 22: Wiki-Picnic and Hackathon in Brooklyn

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May 22, 12-5pm: Wiki-Picnic and Hackathon in Brooklyn
 
Prospect Park, 1871 map
 

You are invited to join us for a planned outdoor "Hacknic" gathering with the local Wikimedia NYC community at the 10th Avenue Lawn of Brooklyn's Prospect Park.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

12:00 - 5:00 pm
(10th Avenue Lawn, Prospect Park, Brooklyn)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team 02:16, 19 May 2022 (UTC)

May 25, 7pm: ONLINE WikiWednesday Salon NYC
 
Welcome to Wikimedia New York City!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our monthly "WikiWednesday" evening salon (7-8pm) and knowledge-sharing workshop. To join the meeting from your computer or smartphone, just visit this link. More information about how to connect is available on the meetup page.

We look forward to seeing local Wikimedians, but would also like to invite folks from the greater New York metropolitan area (and beyond!) who might not typically be able to join us in person!

If there's a project you'd like to share or a question you'd like answered, just let us know by adding it to the agenda or the talk page.

7:00pm - 8:00 pm online via Zoom (optional breakout rooms from 8:00-8:30)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team 00:44, 25 May 2022 (UTC)

The Signpost: 29 May 2022

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June 8: NYBG Environment of The Bronx - Editing Wikipedia for Beginners

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Wednesday June 8, 11am-5pm: New York Botanical Garden - Environment of the Bronx - Editing Wikipedia for Beginners
 

The LuEsther T. Mertz Library of the New York Botanical Garden and the Environment of New York City Task Force invite the general public of all experience levels to come to the Mertz Library in person and learn how to use Wikipedia! All skill levels welcome at the event! Experienced Wikipedia editors from the Wikimedia New York City chapter will be in attendance and available to help. A one hour training session will be offered at the start of this event covering introductory topics. Attendees familiar with editing Wikipedia can edit off of a worklist focused on the environment of New York City; as well as, a sub-list focused on the environment of the Bronx. The Mertz Library will pull topical media from their collection to assist the editing.

--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 18:03, 1 June 2022 (UTC)Reply

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Thank you

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  Surprise kitten!
Thank you for the barnstar - it can be fun to find a surprise dimension in a BLP. I wish I knew more about Broadway, but this was a start! Beccaynr (talk) 21:20, 2 June 2022 (UTC)Reply

NYC Wiknic, June 26

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Hold the date. Meetup/NYC Wiknic in Crotona Park, Sunday June 26.

Watch Wikipedia:Meetup/NYC/Wiknic June 2022 for further details as they become available.

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Precious
 
Nine years!

Precious anniversary

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--Gerda Arendt (talk) 21:18, 7 June 2022 (UTC)Reply

Thank you, kindly! Bearian (talk) 12:56, 8 June 2022 (UTC)Reply
June 22, 7pm: ONLINE WikiWednesday Salon NYC
 
Welcome to Wikimedia New York City!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our monthly "WikiWednesday" evening salon (7-8pm) and knowledge-sharing workshop. To join the meeting from your computer or smartphone, just visit the Zoom link on the meetup page.

We look forward to seeing local Wikimedians, but would also like to invite folks from the greater New York metropolitan area (and beyond!) who might not typically be able to join us in person!

If there's a project you'd like to share or a question you'd like answered, just let us know by adding it to the agenda or the talk page.

7:00pm - 8:00 pm online via Zoom (optional breakout rooms from 8:00-8:30)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team 14:49, 21 June 2022 (UTC)

Sun June 26: Bronx Wiki-Picnic

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June 26, 3-6pm: Bronx Wiki-Picnic
 
Charlotte Street BBQ area, Crotona Park.

You are invited to join us for a planned outdoor gathering with the local Wikimedia NYC community at the Charlotte Street barbecue area of the Bronx's Crotona Park.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

3:00 - 6:00 pm
(Crotona Park, The Bronx)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 19:43, 23 June 2022 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 26 June 2022

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Thu July 14: Astoria Beer Garden Wiki-Picnic

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Thu July 14, 7-9pm: Astoria Beer Garden Wiki-Picnic
 
Beer garden at Bohemian Citizens' Benevolent Society.

You are invited to join us for a planned outdoor gathering with the local Wikimedia NYC community at the beer garden of Queens's Bohemian Citizens' Benevolent Society, better known as "Bohemian Hall".

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

7:00 - 9:00 pm
(Bohemian Citizens' Benevolent Society / "Bohemian Hall", Astoria, Queens)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 14:40, 11 July 2022 (UTC)Reply

July 27: WikiWednesday Salon NYC (+Aug in-person for Wikimania)

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July 27, 7pm: ONLINE WikiWednesday Salon NYC
 
Welcome to Wikimedia New York City!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our monthly "WikiWednesday" evening salon (7-8pm) and knowledge-sharing workshop. To join the meeting from your computer or smartphone, just visit the Zoom link on the meetup page.

We look forward to seeing local Wikimedians, but would also like to invite folks from the greater New York metropolitan area (and beyond!) who might not typically be able to join us in person!

If there's a project you'd like to share or a question you'd like answered, just let us know by adding it to the agenda or the talk page.

7:00pm - 8:00 pm online via Zoom (optional breakout rooms from 8:00-8:30)

P.S. next in-person August 12-14 Wiki World's Fair for Wikimania

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 21:41, 26 July 2022 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 1 August 2022

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Fri/Sat/Sun Aug 12-14 with Saturday flagship Wiki World's Fair at Queens Museum

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Aug 12-14: Wiki World's Fair for Wikimania in NYC
 
Queens Museum, venue of our Saturday flagship event, with the Unisphere just outside.

You are invited to join the local Wikimedia NYC community for its flagship event to be held all-day on Saturday August 13, 2022 at the Queens Museum, in the context of the 1939/1964 fairgrounds at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park. There will also be smaller sessions for much of August 12-14 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) as hybrid local gatherings for the global online conference Wikimania 2022.

You are also encouraged to sign up for a lightning talk!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

Flagship event:

10:00 am - 5:00 pm + evening
(Queens Museum and Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, in the evening Queens Night Market)

Other sessions (subject to change, see full Agenda):

  • Friday August 12 Evening welcome reception in Queens
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Sunday August 14 Morning global breakfast banquet + Afternoon closing ceremony in Brooklyn
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 04:00, 6 August 2022 (UTC)Reply

Aug 24: WikiWednesday Salon NYC (+Sep annual meeting)

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August 24, 7pm: ONLINE WikiWednesday Salon NYC
 
Welcome to Wikimedia New York City!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our monthly "WikiWednesday" evening salon (7-8pm) and knowledge-sharing workshop. To join the meeting from your computer or smartphone, just visit the Zoom link on the meetup page.

We look forward to seeing local Wikimedians, but would also like to invite folks from the greater New York metropolitan area (and beyond!) who might not typically be able to join us in person!

If there's a project you'd like to share or a question you'd like answered, just let us know by adding it to the agenda or the talk page.

7:00pm - 8:00 pm online via Zoom (optional breakout rooms from 8:00-8:30)

P.S. September 28 will be our chapter's online Annual Election/Members Meeting

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 03:40, 23 August 2022 (UTC)Reply

David Copperfield help

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Hi there - I proposed some updates to the David Copperfield article back in February here. Since the Request edits queue seems to be stalled and you’re a member of WP:LAS, I was wondering if you’d be interested in reviewing my proposals? I can’t do it myself because of a COI. Thanks very much. MagicTech1902 (talk) 15:11, 26 August 2022 (UTC)Reply

No, thank you. I’m not a fan. Bearian (talk) 19:28, 26 August 2022 (UTC)Reply

Help with Giffords Law Center article

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Hi Bearian. I see you’re a member of WikiProject Law. I’ve made a number of proposals to substantially improve the article about Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence, posted on the Talk page here: Talk:Giffords_Law_Center_to_Prevent_Gun_Violence#Updates_to_Improve_Article_-_June_14,_2022. Since I have a conflict of interest, I can’t implement the changes myself. Would you possibly have time to look at these and weigh in? Thank you very much.Brooklyn1576 (talk) 17:41, 26 August 2022 (UTC)Reply

Sure, next week. Bearian (talk) 19:28, 26 August 2022 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 31 August 2022

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Sep 28: Wikimedia NYC Annual Election/Members Meeting (+October 2 picnic)

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September 28, 7pm: ONLINE Wikimedia NYC Annual Election/Members Meeting
 
Welcome to Wikimedia New York City!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our Annual Election/Members Meeting. To join the meeting from your computer or smartphone, just visit the Zoom link on the meetup page.

Important election info:

  • register your chapter membership at wmnyc:Membership
  • read the Election FAQ
  • review and possibly add yourself to the board Nominations
  • voting will be online, via emailed ballots, and the poll will be open for the 24-hour period of September 28
7:00pm - 8:00 pm online via Zoom (optional breakout rooms from 8:00-8:30)

P.S. Sunday October 2 will be post-election picnic gathering at the Grecian Shelter in Prospect Park, Brooklyn.

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 01:36, 20 September 2022 (UTC)Reply

Sun Oct 2: WikiNYC Post-Election Wiki-Picnic

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Sun Oct 2, 2-5pm: WikiNYC Post-Election Wiki-Picnic
 
Grecian Shelter at Prospect Park, Brooklyn.

You are invited to join us for a planned outdoor gathering with the local Wikimedia NYC community at the Grecian Shelter of Brooklyn's Prospect Park.

We will celebrate after Wednesday's Chapter Election, share some food, and informally discuss wiki-plans for the coming year.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

2:00 - 5:00 pm
(Grecian Shelter, Prospect Park, Brooklyn)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 17:32, 28 September 2022 (UTC)Reply

Regrets. Bearian (talk) 20:32, 2 October 2022 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 30 September 2022

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Sat Oct 29: Wikidata Day in NYC

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Sat Oct 29: Wikidata Day in NYC
 
Brooklyn Public Library at Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn.
 
Wikidata 10th Birthday

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for Wikidata Day in NYC, an event marking the Wikidata 10th Birthday with a celebration and mini-conference. The all-day event will feature beginner workshops, keynote presentations, breakout group discussions, lightning talks and yes, CAKE.

It is inspired by such past events as the Wikipedia Day tradition in New York City.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. Brooklyn Public Library encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

9:30 am - 5:30 pm
(Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn)

P.S. Three days before, October 26 will be October Online WikiWednesday

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 18:00, 17 October 2022 (UTC)Reply

Fantastic! Bearian (talk) 20:25, 29 October 2022 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 31 October 2022

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Sat Nov 12: WikiConference North America in NYC

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Sat Nov 12: WikiConference North America in NYC
 
Like Wikidata Day last month, this event will be at Brooklyn Public Library by Grand Army Plaza.
 
WikiConference North America 2022.

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for WikiConference North America in NYC, as a local satellite event and celebration of the primarily online WikiConference 2022 (Nov 11-13). The Saturday in-person event will feature beginner workshops, keynote presentations, breakout group discussions, and lightning talks.

It is inspired by such past events as the Wikipedia Day tradition in New York City.

In keeping with the online conference's partnership this year with Mapping USA and theme of "open knowledge allies", we are highlighting OpenStreetMap NYC efforts and other local organizing around various communities of practice.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. Brooklyn Public Library encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

9:30 am - 5:30 pm
(Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn)

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 16:18, 3 November 2022 (UTC)Reply

Regrets. I probably won’t make it. Bearian (talk) 11:35, 4 November 2022 (UTC)Reply

Women

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https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_Loves_Women/SheSaid Bearian (talk) 15:16, 5 November 2022 (UTC)Reply

Nov 30: WikiWednesday Salon in Brooklyn + online

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Nov 30: WikiWednesday @ BPL + on Zoom
 
WikiWednesday is back in-person, pizza included!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon, with in-person at Brooklyn Public Library by Grand Army Plaza, in the Central Library's Info Commons Lab, as well as an online-based participation option. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

We are proud to announce that monthly PIZZA has returned!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. Brooklyn Public Library encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (note modified time)
(Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn)
Also online via Zoom

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--Wikimedia New York City Team via MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 21:36, 25 November 2022 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 28 November 2022

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ArbCom 2022 Elections voter message

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Hello! Voting in the 2022 Arbitration Committee elections is now open until 23:59 (UTC) on Monday, 12 December 2022. All eligible users are allowed to vote. Users with alternate accounts may only vote once.

The Arbitration Committee is the panel of editors responsible for conducting the Wikipedia arbitration process. It has the authority to impose binding solutions to disputes between editors, primarily for serious conduct disputes the community has been unable to resolve. This includes the authority to impose site bans, topic bans, editing restrictions, and other measures needed to maintain our editing environment. The arbitration policy describes the Committee's roles and responsibilities in greater detail.

If you wish to participate in the 2022 election, please review the candidates and submit your choices on the voting page. If you no longer wish to receive these messages, you may add {{NoACEMM}} to your user talk page. MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 00:31, 29 November 2022 (UTC)Reply

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  There is currently a discussion at Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Incidents regarding an issue with which you may have been involved. The thread is Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/3 Damansara Shopping Mall (2nd nomination). Thank you.. I'm notifying you as an editor has raised the possibility with a self admitted no evidence of an undisclosed COI but did not notify you. Nil Einne (talk) 02:53, 9 December 2022 (UTC)Reply

Happy Birthday!

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Wishing Bearian a very happy birthday on behalf of the Birthday Committee!   Chris Troutman (talk) 20:41, 14 December 2022 (UTC)Reply
Thank you kindly. Bearian (talk) 20:43, 14 December 2022 (UTC)Reply

Happy Birthday!

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Thank you! Bearian (talk) 17:06, 15 December 2022 (UTC)Reply

Dec 28: WikiWed Salon (+ Wikipedia Day on Jan 15)

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Dec 28: WikiWednesday @ BPL + on Zoom
 
WikiWednesday is back in-person, pizza included!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon, with in-person at Brooklyn Public Library by Grand Army Plaza, in the Central Library's Info Commons Lab, as well as an online-based participation option. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

We are proud to announce that monthly PIZZA has returned!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. Brooklyn Public Library encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
(Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn)
Also online via Zoom

P.S. Next big event January 15 will be Wikipedia Day NYC 2023, and you can sign up now for your lightning talk!

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Happy holidays to you and yours!

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Ohara Shoson (Koson), Egrets in Snow, Ohara Koson, 1927
Have a wonderful holiday season
filled with peace, joy, prosperity and wonder.

Hi Bearian, Thank you for all your contributions during the year.
May your 2023 be filled with creativity and good health.

Image: Egrets in Snow, Ohara Koson, 1927
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The Signpost: 1 January 2023

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Happy New Year, Bearian!

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   Send New Year cheer by adding {{subst:Happy New Year fireworks}} to user talk pages.

Moops T 17:17, 2 January 2023 (UTC)Reply

Thank you! Bearian (talk) 20:25, 3 January 2023 (UTC)Reply

Sun Jan 15: Wikipedia Day returns to NYC!

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Sunday January 15: Wikipedia Day 2023 NYC
 
Wikipedia Day NYC is back in-person at Jefferson Market Library, cake included!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our Wikipedia Day 2023 at Jefferson Market Library in Greenwich Village, a Wikipedia and Public Domain Day celebration and mini-conference as part of birthday festivities marking the project's founding in 2001. In addition to the party, the event features presentations by Jason Scott of the Internet Archive and Anne Hunnell Chen of the International (Digital) Dura-Europos Archive, panels, and, of course, lightning talks. Newcomers are very welcome! Bring your friends and colleagues!

And there will be WIKICAKE.

1 - 5PM at Jefferson Market Library, 425 Sixth Avenue in Manhattan
After 5PM, migration to afterparty at Ace Hotel, 20 West 29th St
Livestreaming is likely, watch the wiki meetup page

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. New York Public Library encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

 

P.S. Next regular event February 15 will be Feb WikiWednesday.

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The Signpost: 16 January 2023

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Judas Priest reminder

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Long overdue - apologies, but every time I remembered, I wasn't near something on which I could drop you this line I promised to drop when we chatted at Brooklyn Public last year! The Judas Priest song I mentioned was "Raw Deal", off of the Sin After Sin album. I don't remember the context exactly, but I think this was what I was supposed to mention..! Tduk (talk) 02:14, 16 January 2023 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 4 February 2023

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Feb 15: WikiWednesday Salon in Brooklyn

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Feb 15: WikiWednesday @ BPL + on Zoom
 
WikiWednesday is back in-person, pizza included!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon, with in-person at Brooklyn Public Library by Grand Army Plaza, in the Central Library's Info Commons Lab, as well as an online-based participation option. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

We are proud to announce that monthly PIZZA has returned!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. Brooklyn Public Library encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
(Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn)
Also online via Zoom

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The Signpost: 20 February 2023

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Martin J. Mack

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Saw that you added photo of Jeff Pearlman. I think Martin Mack is notable. Would love your opinion. Joco179 (talk) 16:16, 27 February 2023 (UTC)Reply

I enquired with people who should know about notability. Reasonable people can disagree. Bearian (talk) 18:50, 27 February 2023 (UTC)Reply

Mar 8: WikiWednesday Salon by Grand Central

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Mar 8: WikiWednesday Salon by Grand Central
 
The gathering is in the vicinity of Grand Central Terminal.

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community and visitors from the global Wikimedia Foundation for our WikiWednesday Salon by Grand Central, in-person at Convene 101 Park Avenue in the vicinity of Manhattan's Grand Central Terminal. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

This is somewhat of a sequel to last year's Wikipedia:Meetup/NYC/Brunch in terms of the participants, though this time it is an evening event in a different borough.

We may leaven the event with a few impromptu lightning talks, a Wiki-fashion show (yes, really!), and likely an afterparty tour.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
(Convene 101 Park Avenue, near Manhattan's Grand Central Terminal)

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The Signpost: 9 March 2023

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The Signpost: 20 March 2023

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The Signpost: 03 April 2023

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Apr 12 WikiWednesday + Earth Week (Apr 15-23)

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April 12: WikiWednesday @ BPL + on Zoom
 
WikiWednesday is back in-person, pizza included!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon, with in-person at Brooklyn Public Library by Grand Army Plaza, in the Central Library's Info Commons Lab, as well as an online-based participation option. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

We are proud to announce that monthly PIZZA has returned!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. Brooklyn Public Library encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

5:30 pm -6:30 pm (Open Hour)
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (Wiki Salon)
(Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn)
Also online via Zoom starting at ~6:30 pm
April 15-23: Earth Week!

Please RSVP on-wiki to any of the Earth Day/Week activities you will be joining, all are open:

When: Saturday, April 15, 11pm - 3pm
Where: Howland Public Library, 313 Main Street, Beacon NY
When: Wednesday, April 19, 2pm-5pm
Where: LaGuardia CC - Room MB10B, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Queens, NY 11101
When: Saturday April 22, 11am-2pm
Where: Spectrum Learning Lab - DeKalb branch Brooklyn Public Library and Sure We Can & Hybrid
When: Sunday, April 23, 12-5pm
Where: Concert Grove Pavilion, Prospect Park

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Sat: Earth Day Edit-a-thon + Sun: Wiki-Picnic

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April 22: Earth Day Edit-a-thon + April 23: Wiki-Picnic
 
Join us for two final Earth Week events!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for a pair of special events this weekend as we wrap up Earth Week! No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome.

What: Improve Wikipedia articles on the Environment of Brooklyn!
When: Saturday April 22, 11am-1pm (BPL), 1pm-5:30pm (SWC)
Where: Spectrum Learning Lab - DeKalb branch Brooklyn Public Library and Sure We Can & Hybrid
What: Enjoy a picnic celebration and Wiki-Seder!
When: Sunday, April 23, 12-5pm
Where: Concert Grove Pavilion, Prospect Park

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The Signpost: 26 April 2023

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Apologies

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Hi Bearian. I've struck the "tenuous" comment I left on Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/United States v. Strong and thank you for what I take as a gentle nudge by your "thanks". Didn't see it at the time of writing but my comment could be interpreted as a cast aspersion on the sincerity of your opinion. Not what I meant, but when I looked at it again, I realised its ambiguity. I respect your opinion, although in this AfD we may have to slightly disagree. Rupples (talk) 19:40, 5 May 2023 (UTC)Reply

Thanks fine. I was thanking your for constructive criticism. Bearian (talk) 17:03, 6 May 2023 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 8 May 2023

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Proposed deletion of Melissa Sgambelluri

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The article Melissa Sgambelluri has been proposed for deletion because of the following concern:

Absolutely fails WP:NSINGER.

While all constructive contributions to Wikipedia are appreciated, pages may be deleted for any of several reasons.

You may prevent the proposed deletion by removing the {{proposed deletion/dated}} notice, but please explain why in your edit summary or on the article's talk page.

Please consider improving the page to address the issues raised. Removing {{proposed deletion/dated}} will stop the proposed deletion process, but other deletion processes exist. In particular, the speedy deletion process can result in deletion without discussion, and articles for deletion allows discussion to reach consensus for deletion. Bgsu98 (Talk) 12:16, 12 May 2023 (UTC)Reply

Nomination of Melissa Sgambelluri for deletion

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A discussion is taking place as to whether the article Melissa Sgambelluri is suitable for inclusion in Wikipedia according to Wikipedia's policies and guidelines or whether it should be deleted.

The article will be discussed at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Melissa Sgambelluri until a consensus is reached, and anyone, including you, is welcome to contribute to the discussion. The nomination will explain the policies and guidelines which are of concern. The discussion focuses on high-quality evidence and our policies and guidelines.

Users may edit the article during the discussion, including to improve the article to address concerns raised in the discussion. However, do not remove the article-for-deletion notice from the top of the article until the discussion has finished.

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May 17: WikiWednesday Salon + Queering Wikipedia

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May 17: WikiWednesday + Queering Wikipedia @ BPL + on Zoom
 
WikiWednesday is back in-person, pizza included!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon, with in-person at Brooklyn Public Library by Grand Army Plaza, in the Central Library's Info Commons Lab, as well as an online-based participation option. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

We will also sync with the Queering Wikipedia 2023 Conference and Wiki Loves Pride 2023 and have a Wikidata session on LGBT themes for figures in religion/mythology.

We are proud to announce that monthly PIZZA has returned!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. Brooklyn Public Library encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

5:30 pm -6:30 pm (Open Hour + Wikidata-thon)
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (Wiki Salon)
(Brooklyn Public Library, Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn)
Also online via Zoom

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An automated process has detected that when you recently edited Red diaper baby, you added a link pointing to the disambiguation page Marathon Man.

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The Signpost: 22 May 2023

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The Signpost: 5 June 2023

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Always precious

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Ten years ago, you were found precious. That's what you are, always. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 06:34, 6 June 2023 (UTC)Reply

Thank you. This affirmation is much needed. Bearian (talk) 17:43, 7 June 2023 (UTC)Reply

June 21: WikiWednesday Salon back in Manhattan!

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June 21: WikiWednesday @ Prime Produce
 
WikiWednesday is back in Manhattan!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon, with in-person at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, as well as an online-based participation option. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

We are proud to announce that monthly food has returned!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. Prime Produce encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
(Prime Produce, Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan)
Also online via Zoom

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The Signpost: 3 July 2023

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July 19 WikiWednesday + New York Botanical Garden Edit-a-thon (July 29)

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July 19: WikiWednesday @ Prime Produce
 
WikiWednesday is back in Manhattan!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon, with in-person at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, as well as an online-based participation option. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

We are proud to announce that monthly free food has returned!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate. Prime Produce encourages the wearing of masks when indoors, and especially be mindful of those in your proximity.

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
(Prime Produce, Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan)
Also online via Zoom
July 29: NYBG Environment of the Bronx Edit-a-thon!
 
Flyer for the NYBG event

You are also invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our 9th Editathon with the New York Botanical Gardens! Attendees familiar with editing Wikipedia can edit off of a worklist focused on the environment of New York City; as well as, a sub-list focused on the environment of the Bronx. Additionally, LuEsther T. Mertz Library will pull topical media from their collection to assist the editing. You can also learn more and RSVP on the NYBG website here.

Bring your own laptop if you can, the Library can only provide laptops on a first-come, first-served basis. Entrance to the Library is free; when you arrive, alert Security that you are here for the event. Please enter through the Mosholu Entrance at 2950 Southern Boulevard.

12:00pm - 3:00pm
(Mertz Library at the New York Botanical Garden, Bronx)

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The Signpost: 17 July 2023

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The Signpost: 1 August 2023

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WikiWednesday (Aug 23) and Governors Island Wiki-Picnic (Sun Aug 27)

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August 23: WikiWednesday @ Prime Produce
 
WikiWednesday in Manhattan

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon, with in-person at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, as well as an online-based participation option. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person, you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

August 27: Annual NYC Wiknic @ Governors Island
 
Group photo from 2012 Governors Island Wiknic

Additionally, you are invited to the picnic anyone can edit on Governors Island, at Colonel's Row by ArtCrawl Harlem house, as part of the Great North American Wiknic celebrations (and Wikimania satellite events) being held across the continent.

This is the first big summer Wiknic since the 2019 edition and will feature an edit-a-thon focused on Governors Island and ArtCrawl Harlem, Depths of Wikipedia (recently of perpetual stew fame), as well as plenty more food topics drawing on the potluck ethos. All are welcome, new and experienced!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct, and don't forget your sunscreen!

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The Signpost: 15 August 2023

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Sunday: NYC Wiki-Picnic @ Gov Island

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August 27: Annual NYC Wiknic @ Governors Island
 
Group photo from 2012 Governors Island Wiknic

You are invited to the Annual NYC Wiknic, "the picnic anyone can edit" on Governors Island, at Colonel's Row by ArtCrawl Harlem house, as part of the Great North American Wiknic celebrations (and Wikimania satellite events) being held across the continent.

This is the first summer Wiknic since the 2019 edition and will feature an edit-a-thon focused Governors Island and ArtCrawl Harlem, Depths of Wikipedia and perpetual stew, as well as plenty more food. All are welcome, new and experienced!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct, and don't forget your sunscreen!

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The Signpost: 31 August 2023

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Wikipedia:Administrator intervention against vandalism

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I don't think you realize it, but with this edit, you deleted part of what I previously posted. Please be more careful in the future.—Anita5192 (talk) 18:22, 9 September 2023 (UTC)Reply

Sorry! Bearian (talk) 13:26, 11 September 2023 (UTC)Reply
That's quite all right. It looked like an accident. I was able to spot it and correct it before an administrator reached it through the backlog. Happy editing!  Anita5192 (talk) 14:43, 11 September 2023 (UTC)Reply

Sep 20: Wikimedia NYC Annual Election Meeting

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September 20: Annual Election & Members Meeting
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our Annual Election & Members Meeting, with in-person at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, as well as an online-based participation option.

The Members' Meeting is similar to other WikiWednesday meetups, except that its primary function is to elect a new Board of Directors. We will elect five board seats. After being elected, those elected can potentially appoint more seats. We will also have a fun WikiWednesday!

Election info:

  • To run for election or to vote, you must be a dues-paying member of Wikimedia New York City, having renewed in the past 12 months.
  • Voting will be both online, via emailed ballots from the ElectionBuddy service, and in-person.
  • The poll will be open for the 48 hours between 8pm EDT on September 18 and 8pm EDT on September 20.
  • For additional information, please consult the Election FAQ.

Meeting info:

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person, you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

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The Signpost: 16 September 2023

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Deletion review for Princess Anna of Saxony (1903–1976)

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An editor has asked for a deletion review of Princess Anna of Saxony (1903–1976). Because you closed the deletion discussion for this page, speedily deleted it, or otherwise were interested in the page, you might want to participate in the deletion review. 62.181.221.7 (talk) 08:46, 20 September 2023 (UTC)Reply

Sun Oct 1: NYC Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month 2023

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October 1: Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month 2023: Edit-a-thon!
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month 2023: Edit-a-thon!, with in-person at Prime Produce Guild Hall in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan.

It is being held in the middle of National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sep 15–Oct 15).

Some past local edit-a-thons touching on this area have included the two editions of Wikipedia:Meetup/WikiArte at MoMA in 2015-16, and the CUNY LaGuardia translat-a-thons held annually since 2018.

Meeting info:

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person, you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

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The Signpost: 3 October 2023

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Wiki.NYC Pavilion for Open House New York (Oct 21–22) and Wikidata Day (Oct 29)

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October 21–22: Wiki.NYC Pavilion for Open House New York @ Prime Produce
 
Prime Produce

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our Wiki.NYC Pavilion for Open House New York at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan. The event will feature several interactive exhibits highlighting the "wiki way" for New York City

October 29: Wikidata Day in New York City
 
2023 Wikidata Day NYC flyer

Additionally, you are invited to Wikidata Day in New York City at Butler Library, Columbia University, in celebration of Wikidata's 11th birthday. This coincides with the online/global WikidataCon 2023 and is a sequel to Wikidata Day 2022. The event will feature a Harlem Arts & Culture edit-a-thon, spotlight sessions, lightning talks, and cake!

At both events, all attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person, you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

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The Signpost: 23 October 2023

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The Signpost: 6 November 2023

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Nov 15: WikiWednesday Salon + Wikimedia NYC Executive Director job

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November 15: WikiWednesday @ Prime Produce
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our monthly WikiWednesday Salon at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, with an online-based participation option also available. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person, you should be vaccinated and be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

Meeting info:

Wikimedia New York City Executive Director job listing
 

Wikimedia NYC, the 501(c)(3) non-profit supporting Wikipedia and related projects in the metro area, is hiring our founding Executive Director, apply here.

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The Signpost: 20 November 2023

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Wed Dec 6: Hacking Night + job listing

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December 6: Hacking Night @ Prime Produce
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our first NYC Hacking Night at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan. This event is intended primarily for technical contributors, though newcomers are welcome as well!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct and Wikimedia's Technical Code of Conduct.

Meeting info:

Wikimedia New York City Executive Director job listing
 

Wikimedia NYC, the 501(c)(3) non-profit supporting Wikipedia and related projects in the metro area, is hiring our founding Executive Director; apply here.

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ArbCom 2023 Elections voter message

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The Signpost: 4 December 2023

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Happy Birthday!

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Thu Jan 4: Hacking Night + Wikipedia Day soon

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January 4: Hacking Night @ Prime Produce
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for NYC Hacking Night at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan. This event is a successor to our inaugural December 2023 Hacking Night. It is intended primarily for technical contributors, though newcomers are welcome as well!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct and Wikimedia's Technical Code of Conduct.

Meeting info:

January 14: Wikipedia Day 2024 @ Columbia University
 

In addition, you are invited to Wikipedia Day 2024, hosted at Columbia University by the Brown Institute for Media Innovation with Wikimedia NYC. Eventbrite RSVP is required, while RSVP on-wiki is also highly encouraged.

The special focus this year will be Artificial intelligence in Wikimedia projects.

More details about the event will be shared later, but save the date for now!

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The Signpost: 24 December 2023

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AFD participation request

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Hi, if you have some spare time, could you participate in the AFD for Civil Police Officer? It is not getting enough participation. Thank you in advance. 2409:4073:114:4E4C:4D26:ABA5:4290:7758 (talk) 15:21, 27 December 2023 (UTC)Reply

I am fine with a merger. Bearian (talk) 00:03, 8 January 2024 (UTC)Reply

Restoring DJ Many Due To Notability For RIAA Gold Record Certification

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Heya Brian This Is DJ Many I Think I'm Notable Now LOL I Was Certified Gold By The RIAA Source: https://www.riaa.com/gold-platinum/?tab_active=default-award&se=DJ+Many#search_section Last Month For My Song With https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toby_Turner Here Is A Article About It In Broadway World https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwmusic/article/DJ-Many-YouTuber-Tobuscus-Reach-RIAA-Gold-For-Minecraft-Collab-20231214

Some Articles In The Media About Me.

https://www.inc.com/john-boitnott/how-to-use-your-talent-to-attract-the-attention-of-major-brands.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/news/2016/03/14/dj-many-twitter-personality-emanuel-thomas.html

https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwmusic/article/DJ-Many-YouTuber-Tobuscus-Reach-RIAA-Gold-For-Minecraft-Collab-20231214

https://www.flavourmag.co.uk/dj-many-releases-single-know-with-pop-legend-donny-osmond/

Gold Record Database Link:

https://www.riaa.com/gold-platinum/?tab_active=default-award&se=DJ+Many#search_section

I Have Read: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Notability_(music) Please Check Section 3 2601:2C1:4080:7170:64AF:5D08:8478:AAB4 (talk) 08:01, 10 January 2024 (UTC)Reply

  • I can't help you, but I messaged an administrator who might be able to help you. Bearian (talk)

The Signpost: 10 January 2024

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Unreferenced articles February 2024 backlog drive

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WikiProject Unreferenced articles | February 2024 Backlog Drive
 

There is a substantial backlog of unsourced articles on Wikipedia, and we need your help! The purpose of this drive is to add sources to these unsourced articles and make a meaningful impact.

  • Barnstars will be awarded based on the number of articles cited.
  • Remember to tag your edit summary with [[WP:FEB24]], both to advertise the event and tally the points later using Edit Summary Search.
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MediaWiki message delivery (talk) 15:38, 20 January 2024 (UTC)Reply

Welcome, welcome! Law-related pages are very underappreciated on Wikipedia and I'm very grateful that you can join the drive. You might want to look at the instruction page or test your citation skills at 777 uncited law articles. Anyways, I wish you a happy day and good luck for the drive! You'll need it. CactiStaccingCrane (talk) 14:06, 23 January 2024 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 31 January 2024

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Welcome to the drive!

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Welcome, welcome, welcome Bearian! I'm glad that you are joining the drive! Please, have a cup of WikiTea, and go cite some articles.

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Thu Feb 8 NYC Hacking Night + Feb 21 WikiWednesday

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February 8: Hacking Night @ Prime Produce
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for NYC Hacking Night at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan. It is intended primarily for technical contributors, though newcomers are welcome as well!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct and Wikimedia's Technical Code of Conduct.

Meeting info:

February 21: WikiWednesday Salon @ Prime Produce

WikiWednesday is back this month! You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, with an online-based participation option also available. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person, you should be vaccinated and be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

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Happy First Edit Day!

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  Hey, Bearian. I'd like to wish you a wonderful First Edit Day on behalf of the Wikipedia Birthday Committee!
Have a great day!
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Thank you! Bearian (talk) 15:23, 9 February 2024 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 13 February 2024

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New message from GeoffreyT2000

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  You are invited to join the discussion at Talk:Corporate appointeeship § Content dispute. GeoffreyT2000 (talk) 05:05, 15 February 2024 (UTC)Reply

My Draft

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Hello! My draft Draft:James Kall was recently not accepted. I fixed the problem that the Reviewer listed. I’m hoping if you get the time you could give it a look over and see if it could now be accepted as an article. I believe this actor is notable and there are multiple sources discussing him and his works! Thank you! Elvisisalive95 (talk) 17:09, 19 February 2024 (UTC)Reply

I don't see the notability, Elvisisalive95. He has a mere 1,573 followers on Instagram. I'll review it again later, next weekend. I am very busy in real life this week. Bearian (talk) 13:40, 21 February 2024 (UTC)Reply
Thank you @Bearian. I really appreciate it, i’m going to keep on working on it in the mean time. Elvisisalive95 (talk) 14:11, 21 February 2024 (UTC)Reply

Tue March 5: Wiki Gala NYC

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March 5: Wiki Gala @ Prime Produce
 
Wiki-fashion show at last year's event

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community and visitors from the global Wikimedia Foundation for our Wiki Gala at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan. All are welcome!

This is a sequel to the March 2023 Grand Central Salon and the March 2022 Wiki-Tent Brunch.

The event will feature lightning talks and a Wiki-fashion show, for which you are encouraged to dress in your finest Wikimedia clothing and accessories (bags, buttons, even books), or clothing connected to the topics you edit on wiki projects.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct. In addition, to participate in person you should be vaccinated and also be sure to respect others' personal space, and we may limit overall attendance size if appropriate.

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The Signpost: 2 March 2024

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February 2024 WikiProject Unreferenced articles backlog drive – award

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Citation Barnstar

This award is given in recognition to Bearian for collecting 10 points during the WikiProject Unreferenced articles's FEB24 backlog drive. Your contributions played a crucial role in sourcing 14,300 unsourced articles during the drive. Thank you so much for participating and helping to reduce the backlog! – – DreamRimmer (talk) 18:03, 8 March 2024 (UTC)Reply

WikiNYC: 3/14 Hacking Night + 3/16 Queens Name Explorer

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March 14: Hacking Night @ Prime Produce
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for Pi Day Hacking Night at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan. It is intended primarily for technical contributors, though newcomers are welcome as well, and pies will be served in celebration of Pi Day!

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March 16: Queens Name Explorer @ QPL Tech Lab
 

You are also invited to the Wikipedia:Meetup/NYC/Queens Name Explorer edit-a-thon at the Queens Public Library Tech Lab in Long Island City, which will be hosted in collaboration OpenStreetMap US, Urban Archive and the Queens Memory Project. This is an opportunity for the tech savvy to learn about Queens history and for the history savvy to hone their open data skills – plus, there will be refreshments and prizes for everyone!

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The Signpost: 29 March 2024

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WikiWednesday (April 10) and City Tech Library LGBTQIA edit-a-thon (April 11)

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April 10: WikiWednesday @ Prime Produce
 
Prime Produce

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our WikiWednesday Salon, with in-person at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, as well as an online-based participation option.

Among the topics, we'll be covering the newly-released drafts of the Movement Charter for Wikimedia global governance.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct.

April 11: City Tech Library LGBTQIA edit-a-thon
 
New York City College of Technology

Additionally, you are invited to City Tech Library LGBTQIA edit-a-thon at the New York City College of Technology Library in Downtown Brooklyn! Join us in person on April 11th to learn about these great new materials at City Tech Library; to learn about editing Wikipedia; and to help increase representation of LGBTQIA individuals and issues online. All are welcome, new and experienced!

Interested in attending, but not a CUNY student or faculty? Please get in touch; we'll help you navigate City Tech building security. Email Jen: jennifer.hoyer18 (at) citytech.cuny.edu.

  • Thursday, April 11 City Tech Library LGBTQIA edit-a-thon (RSVP on-wiki).
    12:30 pm – 3:30 pm (come by any time!)
    4:00 pm – 5:00 pm (reception to celebrate the library's LGBTQIA collection)
    City Tech Library Multimedia Screening and Meeting Space, 300 Jay Street, Brooklyn NY

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Thu April 25: WikiNYC Hacking Night

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April 25: Hacking Night @ Prime Produce
 
Past event at Prime Produce.

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for NYC Hacking Night at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan. It is intended primarily for technical contributors, though newcomers are welcome as well!

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The Signpost: 25 April 2024

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May 8: WikiWednesday Salon with new Executive Director

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May 8: WikiWednesday @ Prime Produce
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our monthly WikiWednesday Salon at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, with an online-based participation option also available. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

This special WikiWednesday will feature a welcome session and beginning of a listening tour by the newly appointed executive director of Wikimedia NYC, the first staff member leading our local non-profit.

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The Signpost: 16 May 2024

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June 2: Hacking Sunday (+preview of June 8 Wiknic)

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June 2: Hacking Sunday @ Prime Produce
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our Hacking Sunday at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan. It is intended primarily for technical contributors, though newcomers are welcome as well! The event runs for the whole day, though you are welcome to come by for as little or as long as you'd like.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct and Wikimedia's Technical Code of Conduct.

A documentary filmmaker will be in attendance, working on Rabbit Hole, which aims to document Wikipedia's community to showcase how our network tackles important questions about how history is recorded. They will be in attendance to film snippets of this gathering for the documentary. It is completely optional to be a part of the film and there will be protocols in place if you wish to not be filmed. If there are any questions about the filming please reach out to the filmmaker, Meg Vatterott ([email protected]).

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P.S. Next up will be Sat June 8 Wiknic on Governors Island!

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Sat June 8: Governors Island Wiknic

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June 8: Wiknic @ Governors Island
 
2023 Wiknic group photo

You are invited to the picnic anyone can edit on Governors Island, at 403 Colonels Row by the ArtCrawl Harlem house.

This is a sequel event to the 2023 Governors Island Wiknic and will feature a workshop led by AfroCrowd at the ArtCrawl Harlem house. We'll also encourage collaboration for wiki-coverage of ArtCrawl Harlem's current exhibition at Governors Island. All are welcome, new and experienced!

Bring a picnic blanket and some potluck, as well as some sunscreen! We'll also provide sandwiches for everyone, and maybe some NYC pizza too, but we encourage you to bring your own favorite dishes to share, especially for those food cultural topics you would like to improve on Wikipedia.

We'll also do a portal thing for a bit with West Coast friends at Wikipedia:Meetup/LA/Wiknic2024.

Saturday, June 8, 2024 NYC Wiknic @ Governors Island (RSVP on-wiki)

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The Signpost: 8 June 2024

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June 26: ONLINE WikiWednesday Salon NYC

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June 26: ONLINE WikiWednesday Salon NYC
 
Welcome to Wikimedia New York City!

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our Online-Only WikiWednesday Salon on Zoom. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

This special online-only WikiWednesday will be dedicated to the Wikimedia Movement Charter referendum, and also to exploring future options of other online-centric events for our Wikimedia NYC chapter.

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Fri July 19: Wikicurious in NYC, Editing Wikipedia for Beginners

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July 19: Wikicurious: Editing Wikipedia for Beginners @ Civic Hall
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for the inaugural event of the beginner-focused Wikicurious series at Civic Hall! All are welcome, and newcomers and aspiring editors are especially encouraged to attend.

Registration via Eventbrite is required for building entry, and is also encouraged on the event page on Meta.

The Wikicurious series at Civic Hall is supported by Craig Newmark Philanthropies. Wikimedia NYC is an official affiliate and supported by the Wikimedia Foundation.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct.

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CS1 error on Danny Ellis (musician)

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The Signpost: 22 July 2024

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Reviving Task force Philippine history

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Hey! I noticed you're part of the Philippines Wikiproject as well. Hello! We're trying to see if we can revive the PH History Task Force, and I wanted to ask if you might be interested in helping out. What do you think? Drop by the discussion or the TF page! NyanThousand (talk) 16:05, 28 July 2024 (UTC)Reply

Thank you! My interest is through my Filipino fiancé. Bearian (talk) 18:59, 28 July 2024 (UTC)Reply

Masada

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Re your comment on the Masada myth, did you read the citations and bibliography? Onceinawhile (talk) 15:17, 29 July 2024 (UTC)Reply

No, I don’t have the time, but others did. Even if there’s significant coverage, it’s still a POV fork. Bearian (talk) 02:40, 30 July 2024 (UTC)Reply
OK, I will make that clear at the discussion, so as not to mislead other editors. Onceinawhile (talk) 06:50, 30 July 2024 (UTC)Reply
I’m not misleading anyone. The article is misleading our readers. Bearian (talk) 09:01, 30 July 2024 (UTC)Reply
Without reading the sources, you cannot know that for sure. I think you would find them interesting - it is a fascinating story. Onceinawhile (talk) 20:34, 30 July 2024 (UTC)Reply
Thank you for your opinion. Have a good night. Bearian (talk) 21:26, 30 July 2024 (UTC)Reply

WikiProject

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Hi, I see you've contributed a lot to Awilda, would you be interested in a taskforce on oral tradition? Kowal2701 (talk) 16:56, 2 August 2024 (UTC)Reply

Thank you, but I’m very busy in real life for at least the next month. Bearian (talk) 18:36, 2 August 2024 (UTC)Reply
That’s okay, no worries Kowal2701 (talk) 19:48, 2 August 2024 (UTC)Reply
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Sat August 24: Roosevelt Island Wiknic

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August 24: Wiknic @ Roosevelt Island
 
2019 Wiknic group photo, last time we held it on Roosevelt Island

You are invited to the picnic anyone can edit on Roosevelt Island, at Southpoint Park.

Following up on this month's Wikimania in Poland, this Wiknic will have as guest of honor User:DerHexer, the 2024 Wikimedia Laureate of the Year, marking his triumphant North American tour!

Bring a picnic blanket and some potluck, as well as some sunscreen! We'll also provide a little something for everyone, but we encourage you to bring your own favorite dishes to share, especially for those food cultural topics you would like to improve on Wikipedia.

We'll also do a portal thing for a bit with West Coast friends at the WikiLA ocean life edit-a-thon.

All are welcome, new and experienced!

Saturday, August 24, 2024 NYC Wiknic @ Roosevelt Island (RSVP on-wiki)

  • Time: 2:00 - 7:00 pm (come by any time!)
  • Salon-style Discussions: 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm (session A) 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm (session B)
  • Location: Roosevelt Island (Southpoint Park, look for our Wikipedia/Wikimedia NYC banner).

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ITN recognition for Betty Halbreich

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On 27 August 2024, In the news was updated with an item that involved the article Betty Halbreich, which you updated. If you know of another recently created or updated article suitable for inclusion in ITN, please suggest it on the candidates page. —Bagumba (talk) 05:40, 27 August 2024 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 4 September 2024

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Global Education Monitoring Report

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Hi Bearian

I recently noticed an article I was involved in creating got deleted, I agree there weren't enough reliable sources. Can I ask you to undelete it into a draft space User:John_Cummings/Articles/Global Education Monitoring Report and then I can look for enough reliable sources?

Thanks :)

John Cummings (talk) 14:55, 9 September 2024 (UTC)Reply

I can’t do that because I’m no longer an admin. Bearian (talk) 16:04, 9 September 2024 (UTC)Reply
Hi Bearian, thanks so much for your clear and speedy answer. Do you know what the correct next step is? Just ask on the admin notice board? John Cummings (talk) 18:40, 9 September 2024 (UTC)Reply

Sep 25: Wikimedia NYC Annual Election Meeting (plus Latin music event on Sep 21!)

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September 25: Annual Election & Members Meeting
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for our Annual Election & Members Meeting, with in-person at Prime Produce in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, as well as an online-based participation option.

The Members' Meeting is similar to other WikiWednesday meetups, except that its primary function is to elect a new Board of Directors. We will elect three board seats, half of the elected seats on the board. After being elected, those elected can potentially appoint more seats.

We will also focus on the Wikimedia NYC Strategic Plan, our Financial Report, and Annual and Monthly event teams for the coming year.

Election info:

  • To run for election or to vote, you must be a dues-paying member of Wikimedia New York City, having renewed in the past 12 months.
  • Voting will be both online, via emailed ballots from the ElectionBuddy service, and in-person.
  • The poll will be open for the 48 hours between 8pm EDT on September 23 and 8pm EDT on September 25.
  • For additional information, please consult the Election FAQ.

Meeting info:

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct.

P.S. Also upcoming just before our annual meeting is the Latin music edit-a-thon, Wikicurious: Editing to the Beat (RSVP at Eventbrite), on Saturday September 21!

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Sep 21: Wikicurious for Latin Music: Editing to the Beat ♫

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Sat Sep 21: Wikicurious - Editing to the Beat ♫ @ Lehman College
 

You are invited to join the Wikimedia NYC community for the "Editing to the Beat" event of the beginner-focused Wikicurious series at Lehman College. This is the second event of the series, following the inaugural event at Civic Hall in July. Led by a 9-person live band demonstrating Caribbean and Latin musical genres, we'll engage with efforts such as WikiProject Latin Music, and will encourage editing on both English and Spanish Wikipedia. All are welcome, and newcomers and aspiring editors are especially encouraged to attend. Registration via Eventbrite is required for building entry, and is also encouraged on the event page on Meta.

The Wikicurious series is supported by Craig Newmark Philanthropies. Wikimedia NYC is an official affiliate and supported by the Wikimedia Foundation. Also supporting this event are Equis, The Celia Cruz Foundation, and the International Museum of Salsa. In association with WikiCari and AfroCrowd.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct.

Meeting info:

  • RSVP is necessary for building entry.

P.S. Upcoming WikiNYC meetups:

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The Signpost: 26 September 2024

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Oct 26: Wikidata Day NYC

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October 26: Wikidata Day in New York City
 
2024 Wikidata Day NYC flyer

You are invited to Wikidata Day in New York City at Pratt Institute School of Information in Manhattan, in celebration of Wikidata's 12th birthday. This event, held by our chapter in collaboration with Pratt and Girls Who Code, will be our third annual celebration of Wikidata Day. It will feature spotlight sessions, lightning talks, and the customary Wiki-cake, while those unable to attend in person will be able to watch a livestream.

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Curiosity

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You mentioned that you had not found any news regarding the painter Driggu Florentino, yet I believe that your search may not have been conducted properly. I ventured to Google and was able to locate pertinent information. The lack of results likely stemmed from the manner or the location of your inquiry. I recommend attempting again with different sources or more specific search terms.

Could you reevaluate?

https://news.google.com/read/CBMizgFBVV95cUxQVHRlRUxpUnpqbG9raG9vYWQ5WklXRk1CLV9sVlhWMmNsYk92TlpYRjhfQ2R5bG1OS3JaMVZoWjZrMi1jRTVkbTdwUnlNX2RNVHIwT2lLOG5uX2d1MFBaVjVaREdqR0thVS1PbjlKVy1yTVFFaFlDOXJmQjZQaUZIZmY1RUdqbi12Sl90dEt4TlY1QVR6OTRuRG40M2VzdkY2NnpyYXY4N09LekgxNTN1MFE5NjBTUlcwdUp1amRodndGNnJVOUJ0bXAtbUdoUQ?hl=pt-PT&gl=PT&ceid=PT%3Apt-150

https://news.google.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?hl=pt-PT&gl=PT&ceid=PT%3Apt-150 Moniiquedecastro (talk) 13:50, 13 October 2024 (UTC)Reply

Neither of those sources appear to be reliable. Bearian (talk) 17:03, 13 October 2024 (UTC)Reply
Let the decision be made! I will not appeal any further. Moniiquedecastro (talk) 17:24, 13 October 2024 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 19 October 2024

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WikiProject Unreferenced articles November 2024 backlog drive

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WikiProject Unreferenced articles | November 2024 Backlog Drive
 

There is a substantial backlog of unsourced articles on Wikipedia, and we need your help! The purpose of this drive is to add sources to these unsourced articles and make a meaningful impact.

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AfD controversy about some Jewish history articles

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@Bearian: Thank you for your attention. After you correctly removed [1] the prod at History of the Jews in Cambodia, the same editor who did the prod has subsequently submitted the article for deletion [2] and it seems has plans to pile on a number of similar articles of "History of the Jews in ____" that is part of a greater whole relating to Jewish history, as in Category:Jewish history by country that have taken over 20 years to be written up on WP. Since you were astute enough to see the potential for controversy with these moves, kindly share your point of view about this at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/History of the Jews in Cambodia. Thank you so much! IZAK (talk) 05:21, 21 October 2024 (UTC)Reply

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Welcome to the drive!

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Welcome, welcome, welcome Bearian! I'm glad that you are joining the November 2024 drive! Please, have a cup of WikiTea, and go cite some articles.

Cielquiparle (talk) 11:58, 1 November 2024 (UTC)Reply

Bicycle seat

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Can we find and add references to this stub? Bearian (talk) 01:38, 4 November 2024 (UTC)Reply

I've added the one I could find. -AndrewDressel (talk) 07:52, 4 November 2024 (UTC)Reply
Thanks. Bearian (talk) 08:42, 4 November 2024 (UTC)Reply

The Signpost: 6 November 2024

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Found out that Ammakandakara is not a hoax

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Hi, earlier this month you added a suspected hoax template to the article. I found out it actually isn't so I thought I'd let you know. It's a small village + electoral ward in the Parakode junction. Jolielover (talk) 17:37, 10 November 2024 (UTC)Reply

Thank you Jolielover. Bearian (talk) 20:04, 10 November 2024 (UTC)Reply

November 22 + 26: Free Culture Friday and Wikicurious photo event!

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November 22: Free Culture Friday
 

You are invited to Foundation and Friends' Free Culture Friday at Prime Produce on Friday, November 22. This event will feature a reception with Wikimedia Foundation staff in the afternoon, followed by a more informal salon and game night, utilizing Prime Produce's vast collection of board games. No experience of anything at all is required. All are welcome!

  • Friday, November 22, 2024
    1:30 pm – 7:00 pm
    Prime Produce, 424 W 54th St
November 26: Wikicurious: Capturing the Moment
 
Jefferson Market Library

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  • Tuesday, November 26, 2024
    3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
    Jefferson Market Library, 425 6th Ave
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Steven E North

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Bearian, would you be willing to give a quick opinion on possible notability of Steven E North? I removed some copyvio material, which did say that he began his career involved in the prosecution of the Weather Underground, but reliable sources don't seem to cover his role. I am considering nominating for AfD. Russ Woodroofe (talk) 17:25, 12 November 2024 (UTC)Reply

He’s a run of the mill plaintiff’s attorney. The “awards” he’s been given are not competitive. He has no record of law review/ journal, nor service to any bar association. If you take this to WP:AfD, I would be able to help. Bearian (talk) 17:29, 12 November 2024 (UTC)Reply
Nominated! Thank you taking a look. Apologies for delay -- was looking into a broader pattern. Russ Woodroofe (talk) 15:09, 13 November 2024 (UTC)Reply

Irreconcilable Differences and Marital Breakdown

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You need to make sure to put the respective merger template on both articles and start a talk page discussion on one of the two articles discussing the merger in order to complete the initial setup of the discussion. I would finish this process for you, but I have no knowledge on this topic and the proposal and only bumped into it by chance. Just wanted to make sure you were aware of this. Has one ever considered Magneton? Pokelego999 (talk) 23:59, 14 November 2024 (UTC)Reply

Sure. It’s not urgent at all. Bearian (talk) 00:07, 15 November 2024 (UTC)Reply
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Qashan Principality

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Good day, Bearian! I'll try it. We need to change the title of the article to the Bulgar Ulus. Historically and encyclopedically, this is a more correct decision. I will not be able to hand it in, because my settings are tied to the Chuvash Wikipedia. Someone in our section changed the settings and now my computer does not have this option. Best regards, Viktor (talk) 12:53, 20 November 2024 (UTC)Reply
OK. Bearian (talk) 18:58, 20 November 2024 (UTC)Reply

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A barnstar for you!

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  The Tireless Contributor Barnstar
Hello, Bearian,

Thank you for spending some of your time working on the project reviewing articles that have been tagged for Proposed Deletion and also nominating articles yourself. PRODs don't get as much attention as articles nominated for AFD discussions so it's nice to see that more than one editor has assessed these tagged articles. Thank you for giving some your endorsement! Liz Read! Talk! 21:32, 1 December 2024 (UTC)Reply

You’re welcome! Bearian (talk) 01:30, 2 December 2024 (UTC)Reply