Thanks! Do the NY organizers have things they've learned how to do this? I remember a post about the first one, I guess I should go look at that.
Each Megameetup has been different so far. The minimum you actually need is:
1) A large venue (can be a public park, a rented room, or a large house) 2) Refreshments 3) Advertise on Less Wrong
We've had successful Megameetups that didn't have any special theme. But we have tried to make them distinct.
1) Our first Megameetup (last summer) was just renting a room and talking with lots of interesting people.
2) The February Megameetup had several presentations throughout the day, which were also broadcast over a google hangout.
3) The Summer Megameetup did not h...
I've just posted two facebook events for The Winter Solstice Megameetup, the weekend of December 15th-16th.
One is for the Solstice Celebration - a Saturday night of ritual, song, stories and dance, catering to both Less Wrong-folk as well as other anyone with rational/humanist/futurist worldview they want to celebrate.
The second is the official Less Wrong Winter Megameetup, a Sunday afternoon of mingling and conversations with interesting aspiring rationalists. While there will not be a primary public discussion, people are encouraged to come with ideas about their goals for the next year. Take an opportunity to get a lot of feedback from smart, interesting people, many of whom have tackled some big projects and life changes in the past.
Both events are potluck - bring some great food to share with great people.
People from out of state attending both events are welcome to stay the night at Winterfell House. (You are advised to bring a sleeping bag - there is plenty of floor space but may not be enough mattresses for everyone)
If you have facebook, you're encouraged to RSVP on the events so we have as accurate a headcount as possible. If not, and you haven't already indicated you're coming, please reply here to let us know which day(s) you're coming.