Yes, meeting later in the afternoon works better for me because the morning is tied up with a few calls that keep moving around.
If you want, start without me and send the first draft when you have a moment, then I can add my notes in one pass instead of creating extra versions.
For the room setup, a smaller table is probably better since we only need space for laptops, notebooks, and a pitcher of water.
I also think it would help to keep the agenda simple: first the timeline, then who is handling each task, then any open questions that need an answer before Thursday.
If anyone asks about seating, tell them there is no formal placement and they can choose what feels comfortable.
Also, please remind Mara that the printed pages should be double sided so the packets are easier to carry.
If weather changes and people arrive late, we can swap the discussion order and begin with the update that needs the fewest people in the room.
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That schedule sounds reasonable to me, and I agree that keeping the workshop to one main subject will make the conversation easier to follow.
I can bring the sign-in sheet, but I will need someone else to handle the name tags because my printer has been acting strangely this week.
If the group wants examples, I can gather three short samples that show different approaches and send them over before lunch.
For refreshments, tea, water, fruit, and plain crackers should be enough since people usually prefer lighter items during long sessions.
I would also leave a few blank pages at each seat so everyone can jot down anything they want to revisit later.
As for timing, I think ninety minutes is probably better than an hour because people tend to warm up slowly and ask their main questions near the second half.
Tell everyone there is no special preparation needed besides looking over the overview sheet once.