This might be of interest for events;

Pools of Insight

It's a pattern language for study groups. It seems to me that the so far Drupal events have been around knowledge sharing. Although not that practical, it might be insightful or just and interesting read. Also it might be relivant as Drupal is community enabling, one such community is likely to be techie.

If this is too off-topic then let me know, I'll hold back posting stuff on communities etc...

Andy.