#transformers meets

Conventions are brilliant places to meet new friends, but the wait between them can be painful. Why wait until 2019, when you can meet new friends all year round?

Enter, TFNation: The Gathering. A new selection of social meetups which we will be rolling out over the coming year. Paying homage to the fandom's rich history of social get-togethers, these Gatherings will be free to attend events, where friends new and old can meet and socialise. They are a great way to bridge the gap between conventions, but also act as a first step for those wanting to meet like-minded fans before taking their first convention plunge!

Our first Gathering will take place on Saturday 6th October 2018, in London, England. Our base of operations will be the Penderel's Oak Weatherspoon in the Holborn area. You'll be sure to see us upon entering, but if in any doubt, just ask staff to direct you to the area reserved for the TFNation group.

If London is a little too far for you to travel, please feel free to send us your recommended locations for future Gatherings!

Transmission Initiated Transmission ID:00013 TFNation_2017 Operation: TFNation Social Meets

We are excited to today announce our plans to host the first TFNation social meets over the coming year!

WHAT IS A SOCIAL MEET?

It’s a great, free-to-attend, day out with friends – and friends you’ve yet to meet!

Those of you who have ever been to a London Social Meet (hosted for many years by community champion Matt Clarke) will know that meets are typically centred around a base of operations, such as a pub or hotel. They are a relaxed and friendly way to hang out with fellow fans for food, drinks, shopping and laughs. They’re also a perfect icebreaker for people who are still on the fence about attending their first convention.

Many members of the TFNation crew met at social meets and as such, they have a special place in our hearts. We strongly believe they represent the perfect way for new and old fans alike to make lasting friendships, in a relaxed and welcoming environment. After the support we were shown in our first year, we feel now is the perfect time to give something back to the community.

HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?

Whilst the TFNation crew will be involved in organising the meets, we will also be looking for volunteers with good local knowledge to help us to run the events.

You can also get involved by giving us your feedback to this post. We have already scouted various locations, initially across the UK and Ireland – and now we want your help! We would love to hear which locations you feel would be great for a meet, and why.

Whether it is at TFNation 2017, or a TFN social meet, we look forward to seeing you over the next year!

Further transmissions to follow.

TFNation

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Press Release: https://tfnation.com/2017/blog/News/story/Operation:%20TFNation%20Social%20Meets