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<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who rent a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. <br />
<br />
[[Public meetings|We are open to the public Wednesday evenings]] from 7pm until 10pm. Our open hours are family friendly.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* We have a public [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] too.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://www.instagram.com/bloominglabs/ Instagram].<br />
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* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact [at] bloominglabs [dot] org.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
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== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
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If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Members, this is how we process cash and hardware donations: [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
== Hardware Donations ==<br />
<br />
We appreciate hardware donations too! However, please ask before bringing any item donations and arrange to meet someone for the handoff. contact [at] bloominglabs [dot] org <!-- bring all donations to Bloominglabs during our Public Hack Meetings (see above). !--><br />
This gives us a chance to decide what of your donation is useful to us currently. For things we can't use, we'll help you figure out other groups in Bloomington who would appreciate them or help you determine the best way to dispose of them.<br />
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== Current & Upcoming Events ==<br />
([[PastEvents]])<br />
<!--===[http://makevention.org Makevention!] 2021===<br />
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===[[Public meetings]]!===<br />
* Wednesdays from 7pm until 10pm<br />
<!--* 1st & 3rd Thursdays from 7pm to 10pm<br />
* 2nd & 4th Fridays from 7pm to 10pm<br />
* Saturdays from 1pm until 4pm --><br />
* E-mail contact [at] bloominglabs [dot] org or ask in Slack if you would like to arrange access to the space at another time.<br />
* Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
* All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
===Introduction to Parkour===<br />
''' Mondays -- 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM '''<br />
<br />
* Format: In-Person, at Bloominglabs, 1840 S. Walnut St, Bloomington, IN<br />
* Cost: Drop-ins welcome, individual sessions are $15 ($10 for Bloominglabs members.) Pay cash or card on location.<br />
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Always wanted to learn Parkour? Take the leap, with our in-depth Basic Parkour class: brought to you by [https://www.bloomingtonparkour.com BPK] and Bloominglabs! You’ll learn all the fundamentals of the Art of Movement, in a safe and fun environment.<br />
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== Upcoming Workshops ==<br />
Workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. See our [[Workshops]] page for more information.<br />
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''' Plant Tower Workshop '''<br />
''' Saturday June 25rd, 2022 -- 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM '''<br />
[[File:Plant_tower.jpg|x200px|right]]<br />
* Format: In-Person, outside<br />
* Cost: $50 for the public, or $40 for Bloominglabs members <br />
* Maximum Class Size: 3 students<br />
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Plant towers are a vertical garden that can house 50+ plants in 4 sq ft of space. Plant towers also contain a composting tube to allow users to easily return their vegetative waste back to their plants.<br />
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''' Rain Barrel Workshop '''<br />
''' Saturday June 25rd, 2022 -- 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM '''<br />
* Format: In-Person, outside<br />
* Cost: $50 for the public, or $40 for Bloominglabs members <br />
* Maximum Class Size: 3 students<br />
<br />
During the summer months, lawns and gardens account for an average of 40% of household water usage. Water barrels can help to reduce water usage and bills by allowing you to tend to your lawn and garden using naturally harvested rain water. Come make one for yourself! All materials and tools will be provided.<br />
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'''Check out [[Workshops]] to see even further into the future!'''<br />
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== Current Initiatives ==<br />
<br />
These are things we are working on, or would like to see, to improve the space. If you are interested in any of these, feel free to work on it! If you are unsure where to start, please [[Main Page#Stay_informed|get in touch]]!<br />
<br />
* improve the tool and workspace arrangement and cleanliness<br />
* purge excess junk<br />
* <span style="text-decoration:line-through;">vend snacks and drinks (we used to do this at the previous space, but haven't since moving)</span> Achieved!<br />
* <strike>revive the asset management system</strike>, and add our new assets to it<br />
* make Bloominglabs's web presence friendlier<br />
** The page you get when people from the public go to [http://bloominglabs.org bloominglabs.org] has an overwhelming amount of information on it.<br />
** The [[New Members]] page and the [[Membership Manual]] should be merged together.<br />
** In general, it would be great to see more participation in the wiki, especially on the [Projects] page.<br />
** It might be good to have a page that lists all members with their name, picture, username, email, interests, areas of the space they are familiar with, etc.<br />
* make the [[3D Printers]] more reliable, make the 3D printing process easier, and spread the knowledge<br />
* <strike>wire the CCTV system</strike><br />
* wire speakers in the lounge (and maybe in the classroom)<br />
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== [[Public meetings]] and Membership ==<br />
Please see the [[Membership Manual]] and [[New Members]] for more details.<br />
<br />
During normal non-pandemic conditions we meet every Wednesday from 7pm to 10pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. Having access to tools is only part of the equation. Socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting you'll find somebody who's interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive (Elkhart, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
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* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* [http://www.kre8now.com Kre8Now (Lexington, Kentucky)] (related to the former Collexion space)<br />
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== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington & Monroe County ==<br />
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* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
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* [https://73siara.org Southern Indiana Amateur Radio Association]<br />
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* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/MrTattoohead%27s_ProjectsMrTattoohead's Projects2022-03-18T15:17:00Z<p>Sdcharle: /* In the Dustbin */</p>
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<div>Hey,<br />
<br />
This is my first time editing a wiki page. So if I butcher this then maybe someone can clue me in?<br />
<br />
About me: I like to eat, so I like to cook. I've done some stuff with technology in the past. I hope to one day own a bandoneon again and actually play it in public.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Completed==<br />
<br />
<br />
*Making a mess. Many times over...<br />
<br />
<br />
.<br />
<br />
==On the Block==<br />
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* Raffin Scale 20-Note Crank Organ<br />
<br />
<br />
==On the Back Burner==<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==In the Offing==<br />
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* CNC Organ Roll Music Punching Machine <br />
<br />
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==In the Dustbin==</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/MrTattoohead%27s_ProjectsMrTattoohead's Projects2021-12-29T01:45:36Z<p>Sdcharle: /* In the Dustbin */</p>
<hr />
<div>Hey,<br />
<br />
This is my first time editing a wiki page. So if I butcher this then maybe someone can clue me in?<br />
<br />
About me: I like to eat, so I like to cook. I've done some stuff with technology in the past. I hope to one day own a bandoneon again and actually play it in public.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Completed==<br />
<br />
<br />
*Making a mess. Many times over...<br />
<br />
<br />
.<br />
<br />
==On the Block==<br />
<br />
* Raffin Scale 20-Note Crank Organ<br />
<br />
<br />
==On the Back Burner==<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==In the Offing==<br />
<br />
* CNC Organ Roll Music Punching Machine <br />
<br />
<br />
==In the Dustbin==<br />
<br />
MrTattoohead's membership</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/File:2021_Summer_Workshops.pdfFile:2021 Summer Workshops.pdf2021-09-09T01:05:32Z<p>Sdcharle: 2021 Flyer</p>
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<div>2021 Flyer</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2021-07-06T01:16:11Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Public meetings and Membership */</p>
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<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who rent a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. <br />
<br />
We will re-open to the public for Wednesday evenings starting July 14th. 7pm until 10pm. Our open hours are family friendly.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* We have a public [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] too.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://www.instagram.com/bloominglabs/ Instagram].<br />
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* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact@bloominglabs.org.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
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<br />
Members, this is how we process cash and hardware donations: [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
== Hardware Donations ==<br />
<br />
We appreciate hardware donations too! However, please ask before bringing any item donations and arrange to meet someone for the handoff. contact@bloominglabs.org <!-- bring all donations to Bloominglabs during our Public Hack Meetings (see above). !--><br />
This gives us a chance to decide what of your donation is useful to us currently. For things we can't use, we'll help you figure out other groups in Bloomington who would appreciate them or help you determine the best way to dispose of them.<br />
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== Current & Upcoming Events ==<br />
([[PastEvents]])<br />
<br />
===[http://makevention.org Makevention!] 2021===<br />
Bloomington's Makevention MakerFair 2021 is being planned right now and is scheduled for August 28th, 2021. Please e-mail contact@makevention.org if you are interested in being involved.<br />
<br />
===TAU Day Slack Call===<br />
* Public, casual, Slack call in honor of TAU (2*pi) day. <br />
* June 28th, 8pm est<br />
* bloominglabs.slack.com<br />
<br />
===[[Public meetings]]!===<br />
Returning July 14th, 2021.<br />
* Wednesdays from 7pm until 10pm<br />
<!--* 1st & 3rd Thursdays from 7pm to 10pm<br />
* 2nd & 4th Fridays from 7pm to 10pm<br />
* Saturdays from 1pm until 4pm --><br />
* E-mail contact@bloominglabs.org or ask in Slack if you would like to arrange access to the space at another time.<br />
* Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
* All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
=== Upcoming Workshops ===<br />
Workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. See our [[Workshops]] page for more information.<br />
<br />
==== Rain Barrel Workshop ====<br />
''' Sunday, July 10th, 2021 -- 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM '''<br />
* Format: In-Person, outside<br />
* Cost: $50 for the public, or $40 for Bloominglabs members <br />
* Maximum Class Size: 3 students<br />
<br />
During the summer months, lawns and gardens account for an average of 40% of household water usage. Water barrels can help to reduce water usage and bills by allowing you to tend to your lawn and garden using naturally harvested rain water. Come make one for yourself! All materials and tools will be provided.<br />
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==== Plant Tower Workshop ====<br />
''' Sunday, July 10th, 2021 -- 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM '''<br />
[[File:Plant_tower.jpg|x200px|right]]<br />
* Format: In-Person, outside<br />
* Cost: $50 for the public, or $40 for Bloominglabs members <br />
* Maximum Class Size: 3 students<br />
<br />
Plant towers are a vertical garden that can house 50+ plants in 4 sq ft of space. Plant towers also contain a composting tube to allow users to easily return their vegetative waste back to their plants.<br />
<br />
Participants will build their own plant tower and compost tube from a recycled food grade barrel. 2 hour class. All materials provided.<br />
<br />
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====Build a P25 Digital Scanner with a Raspberry Pi and Software Defined Radios====<br />
'''Monday & Tuesday, July 26-27th, 2021 -- 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM both days'''<br />
* Format: In-Person, at Bloominglabs, 1840 S. Walnut St, Bloomington, IN<br />
* Cost: $50 for non-members, or $25 for members [bring your own equipment]<br />
* Optional equipment check: Tuesday July 20 (stop by any time between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM to make sure you have everything on the required equipment list)<br />
* Maximum Class Size: 6<br />
* Registration deadline: Saturday July 17, 2021 (or when all seats are filled)<br />
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In this workshop you will create a police scanner using open source software and common off-the-shelf hardware. By the end of this workshop you will have your own scanner capable of receiving and decoding P25 digital signals, complete with a responsive web interface.<br />
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This is a "bring your own equipment" workshop. Please read the entire description and list of required equipment and register [[Workshops#Build_a_P25_Digital_Scanner_with_a_Raspberry_Pi_and_Software_Defined_Radios|here]].<br />
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'''Check out [[Workshops]] to see even further into the future!'''<br />
<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
<br />
These are things we are working on, or would like to see, to improve the space. If you are interested in any of these, feel free to work on it! If you are unsure where to start, please [[Main Page#Stay_informed|get in touch]]!<br />
<br />
* improve the tool and workspace arrangement and cleanliness<br />
* purge excess junk<br />
* <span style="text-decoration:line-through;">vend snacks and drinks (we used to do this at the previous space, but haven't since moving)</span> Achieved!<br />
* revive the asset management system, and add our new assets to it<br />
* make Bloominglabs's web presence friendlier<br />
** The page you get when people from the public go to [http://bloominglabs.org bloominglabs.org] has an overwhelming amount of information on it.<br />
** The [[New Members]] page and the [[Membership Manual]] should be merged together.<br />
** In general, it would be great to see more participation in the wiki, especially on the [Projects] page.<br />
** It might be good to have a page that lists all members with their name, picture, username, email, interests, areas of the space they are familiar with, etc.<br />
* make the [[3D Printers]] more reliable, make the 3D printing process easier, and spread the knowledge<br />
* <strike>wire the CCTV system</strike><br />
* wire speakers in the lounge (and maybe in the classroom)<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings]] and Membership ==<br />
Currently we open to members but are closed to the public until the pandemic situation improves. <br />
<br />
Despite this we are still accepting new memberships! Since we are closed to the public for the time being please send mail to contact [at] bloominglabs dot org to arrange a tour and to learn more about our on-boarding process. Please see the [[Membership Manual]] and [[New Members]] for more details.<br />
<br />
During normal non-pandemic conditions we would meet every Wednesday from 7pm to 10pm and every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street. These meetings were open to the public; anyone was welcome to attend. Having access to tools is only part of the equation. Socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting you'll find somebody who's interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive (Elkhart, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
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* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
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* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* [http://www.kre8now.com Kre8Now (Lexington, Kentucky)] (related to the former Collexion space)<br />
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== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington & Monroe County ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://73siara.org Southern Indiana Amateur Radio Association]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
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<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
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<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
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Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who rent a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. <br />
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Bloominglabs is open for members, however, '''due to social distancing requirements, Bloominglabs has suspended all open meetings until further notice.''' Send email to contact@bloominglabs.org if you are a non-member and wish to connect with us and/or access our tools and facility.<br />
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== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
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Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
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* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
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== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
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== Stay informed ==<br />
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* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* We have a public [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] too.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://www.instagram.com/bloominglabs/ Instagram].<br />
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* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact@bloominglabs.org.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
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== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
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If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
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Members, this is how we process cash and hardware donations: [[Donations]].<br />
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== Hardware Donations ==<br />
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We appreciate hardware donations too! However, please ask before bringing any item donations and arrange to meet someone for the handoff. contact@bloominglabs.org <!-- bring all donations to Bloominglabs during our Public Hack Meetings (see above). !--><br />
This gives us a chance to decide what of your donation is useful to us currently. For things we can't use, we'll help you figure out other groups in Bloomington who would appreciate them or help you determine the best way to dispose of them.<br />
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== Current & Upcoming Events ==<br />
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<!---*'''[http://makevention.org Makevention!] 2021'''<br />
Bloomington's Makevention MakerFair 2021 is being planned right now and is scheduled for August 28th, 2021. Please e-mail contact@makevention.org if you are interested in being involved.--><br />
*'''[[Public meetings]]!'''<br />
** Due to COVID-19, we are suspending open meetings until further notice<br />
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** E-mail contact@bloominglabs.org or ask in Slack if you would like to arrange access to the space<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
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*'''May the Sith be with you Day'''<br />
** '''May 5th, 2021 -- 7:00PM to 8:00PM'''<br />
** Come to <span style="text-decoration:line-through;">the dark side, we have cookies!</span> our Slack group call to chat and bake cookies<br />
** https://bloominglabs.slack.com/ -- Email contact@bloominglabs.org if you need an invite to Slack<br />
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=== Upcoming Workshops ===<br />
Workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. See our [[Workshops]] page for more information.<br />
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* '''Rain Barrel Workshop -- FULL'''<br />
** '''Sunday, April 11th, 2021 -- 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM'''<br />
** Build your own 50-gallon rain barrel. During the summer months, lawns and gardens account for an average of 40% of household water usage. Water barrels can help to reduce water usage and bills by allowing you to tend to your lawn and garden using naturally harvested rain water. <br />
** Weather date: Sunday, April 18th.<br />
** Format: In-Person, outside<br />
** Cost: $50 for the public, or $40 for Bloominglabs members <br />
** '''This workshop is full. Registration is closed.'''<br />
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* '''Plant Tower Workshop'''<br />
** '''Sunday, April 11th, 2021 -- 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM'''<br />
** Build your own plant tower and compost tube from a recycled food grade barrel. Plant towers are a vertical garden that can house 50+ plants in 4 sq ft of space. Plant towers also contain a composting tube to allow users to easily return their vegetative waste back to their plants.<br />
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* '''Build an Outdoor Gym: Parkour Edition'''<br />
**'''Sunday, April 18th, 2021 -- 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM'''<br />
** Bored of the usual home fitness routine? Always wanted to learn how to make sturdy, interesting, wooden structures? Why not both! In this workshop, you’ll learn the principles of how to build your own sturdy, reliable workout equipment so that you too can start integrating Parkour into your daily routine! By the end of the workshop, you’ll be going home with either:<br />
*** Your very own vault box (you will need to transport a box with footprint 3'x3' home)!<br />
*** OR A set of convenient, portable, precision jump trainers that can be used anywhere. All built with your own two hands!<br />
** Format: In-Person<br />
** Cost is one of: <br />
*** Parkour Vault: $75 ($65 for members)<br />
*** Precision Jump Trainers: $30 ($25 for members)<br />
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* '''Lock Picking for Sport'''<br />
** '''Saturday, April 24th, 2021 -- 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM'''<br />
** Picking locks is a fun pastime and we’ll show you how it’s done in this virtual workshop. We’ll start with our code of ethics and then dive into the picking. Lockpicks will be available for sale and delivered ahead of the virtual workshop. Locks will also be provided.<br />
** Format: Virtual, pick up kits<br />
** Cost: $25 ($10 for members), plus a lock picking kit<br />
** Kits:<br />
*** [[:File:PRO-10 lockpick Kit.png|PRO-10 (10-piece kit with snap case)]]: $35<br />
*** [[:File:Basic lockpick Kit.jpg|FOOLS Basic (6-piece basic kit with tube case)]]: $25<br />
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'''Check out [[Workshops]] to see even further into the future!'''<br />
<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
<br />
These are things we are working on, or would like to see, to improve the space. If you are interested in any of these, feel free to work on it! If you are unsure where to start, please [[Main Page#Stay_informed|get in touch]]!<br />
<br />
* improve the tool and workspace arrangement and cleanliness<br />
* purge excess junk<br />
* <span style="text-decoration:line-through;">vend snacks and drinks (we used to do this at the previous space, but haven't since moving)</span> Achieved!<br />
* revive the asset management system, and add our new assets to it<br />
* make Bloominglabs's web presence friendlier<br />
** The page you get when people from the public go to [http://bloominglabs.org bloominglabs.org] has an overwhelming amount of information on it.<br />
** The [[New Members]] page and the [[Membership Manual]] should be merged together.<br />
** In general, it would be great to see more participation in the wiki, especially on the [Projects] page.<br />
** It might be good to have a page that lists all members with their name, picture, username, email, interests, areas of the space they are familiar with, etc.<br />
* make the [[3D Printers]] more reliable, make the 3D printing process easier, and spread the knowledge<br />
* <strike>wire the CCTV system</strike><br />
* wire speakers in the lounge (and maybe in the classroom)<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings]] and Membership ==<br />
Currently we open to members but are closed to the public until the pandemic situation improves. <br />
<br />
Despite this we are still accepting new memberships! Since we are closed to the public for the time being please send mail to contact [at] bloominglabs dot org to arrange a tour and to learn more about our on-boarding process. Please see the [[Membership Manual]] and [[New Members]] for more details.<br />
<br />
During normal non-pandemic conditions we would meet every Wednesday from 7pm to 10pm and every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street. These meetings were open to the public; anyone was welcome to attend. Having access to tools is only part of the equation. Socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive (Elkhart, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
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* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
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* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* [http://www.kre8now.com Kre8Now (Lexington, Kentucky)] (related to the former Collexion space)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington & Monroe County ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://73siara.org Southern Indiana Amateur Radio Association]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<!--<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/VOIP_Phone_IntegrationVOIP Phone Integration2020-09-11T19:58:17Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
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<div>When people successfully badge into the space, a tone plays and a message appears on the VOIP phones in the HAM/electronics room and elsewhere in the space to let people know somebody's arrived.<br />
<br />
The first 2 phones are the Grandstream GXV3240 model: [[http://www.grandstream.com/products/ip-video-telephony/ip-video-phones-android/product/gxv3240]]<br />
<br />
The software for this runs on [[poquito]] which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software packages and such on poquito are out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc can be 'shaky'. The only reason I mention this is because there is a Python module called python-ESL [[https://github.com/sangoma/python-ESL]] that seems especially nicely suited to handling SIP/phone stuff, but we could not install it via pip. In addition to python-ESL, Kevin discovered a command line tool, SIPPing [[https://github.com/pbertera/SIPPing]] that creates and sends SIP packets albeit in a less clean and ideal fashion.<br />
<br />
It is worth noting that historically as we become aware of security issues that would affect poquito, we apply necessary patches. Not everything is latest and greatest, though.<br />
<br />
On poquito, in /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots, there are two files: sipping_template.txt and sipping_func.py. The first has the packet format, the second has a function that 'wraps' SIPPing.<br />
<br />
net_doorbot.py (in the same directory) is 'doorbot', and dosman put some machinery in place that does checks to make sure it's running. As far as integrating SIPPing, just:<br />
<br />
'''import sipping_func'''<br />
<br />
which you can then call when you want to announce somebody has arrived:<br />
<br />
'''sipping_func.announce_arrival('test person')'''<br />
<br />
'import' working depends on /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots being in PYTHONPATH. Or you can just do this:<br />
<br />
'''import sys'''<br />
<br />
'''sys.path.append('/home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots')'''<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/VOIP_Phone_IntegrationVOIP Phone Integration2020-09-11T19:57:23Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div>When people successfully badge into the space, a tone plays and a message appears on the VOIP phones in the HAM/electronics room and elsewhere in the space to let people know somebody's arrived.<br />
<br />
The first 2 phones are the Grandstream GXV3240 model: [[http://www.grandstream.com/products/ip-video-telephony/ip-video-phones-android/product/gxv3240]]<br />
<br />
The software for this runs on [[poquito]] which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software packages and such on poquito are out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc can be 'shaky'. The only reason I mention this is because there is a Python module called python-ESL [[https://github.com/sangoma/python-ESL]] that seems especially nicely suited to handling SIP/phone stuff, but we could not install it via pip. In addition to python-ESL, Kevin discovered a command line tool, SIPPing [[https://github.com/pbertera/SIPPing]] that creates and sends SIP packets albeit in a less clean and ideal fashion.<br />
<br />
It is worth noting that historically as we become aware of security issues that would affect poquito, we apply necessary patches. Not everything is latest and greatest, though.<br />
<br />
On poquito, in /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots, there are two files: sipping_template.txt and sipping_func.py. The first has the packet format, the second has a function that 'wraps' SIPPing.<br />
<br />
net_doorbot.py (in the same directory) is 'doorbot', and dosman put a lot of machinery in place that does checks to make sure it's running. As far as integrating SIPPing, just:<br />
<br />
'''import sipping_func'''<br />
<br />
which you can then call when you want to announce somebody has arrived:<br />
<br />
'''sipping_func.announce_arrival('test person')'''<br />
<br />
'import' working depends on /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots being in PYTHONPATH. Or you can just do this:<br />
<br />
'''import sys'''<br />
<br />
'''sys.path.append('/home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots')'''<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/VOIP_Phone_IntegrationVOIP Phone Integration2020-09-11T19:56:31Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div>When people successfully badge into the space, a tone plays and a message appears on the VOIP phones in the HAM/electronics room and elsewhere in the space to let people know somebody's arrived.<br />
<br />
The first 2 phones are this model: [[http://www.grandstream.com/products/ip-video-telephony/ip-video-phones-android/product/gxv3240]]<br />
<br />
The software for this runs on [[poquito]] which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software packages and such on poquito are out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc can be 'shaky'. The only reason I mention this is because there is a Python module called python-ESL [[https://github.com/sangoma/python-ESL]] that seems especially nicely suited to handling SIP/phone stuff, but we could not install it via pip. In addition to python-ESL, Kevin discovered a command line tool, SIPPing [[https://github.com/pbertera/SIPPing]] that creates and sends SIP packets albeit in a less clean and ideal fashion.<br />
<br />
It is worth noting that historically as we become aware of security issues that would affect poquito, we apply necessary patches. Not everything is latest and greatest, though.<br />
<br />
On poquito, in /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots, there are two files: sipping_template.txt and sipping_func.py. The first has the packet format, the second has a function that 'wraps' SIPPing.<br />
<br />
net_doorbot.py (in the same directory) is 'doorbot', and dosman put a lot of machinery in place that does checks to make sure it's running. As far as integrating SIPPing, just:<br />
<br />
'''import sipping_func'''<br />
<br />
which you can then call when you want to announce somebody has arrived:<br />
<br />
'''sipping_func.announce_arrival('test person')'''<br />
<br />
'import' working depends on /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots being in PYTHONPATH. Or you can just do this:<br />
<br />
'''import sys'''<br />
<br />
'''sys.path.append('/home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots')'''<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/VOIP_Phone_IntegrationVOIP Phone Integration2020-09-11T05:37:59Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div>When people successfully badge into the space, a tone plays and a message appears on the VOIP phones in the HAM/electronics room and elsewhere in the space to let people know somebody's arrived.<br />
<br />
The software for this runs on [[poquito]] which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software packages and such on poquito are out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc can be 'shaky'. The only reason I mention this is because there is a Python module called python-ESL [[https://github.com/sangoma/python-ESL]] that seems especially nicely suited to handling SIP/phone stuff, but we could not install it via pip. In addition to python-ESL, Kevin discovered a command line tool, SIPPing [[https://github.com/pbertera/SIPPing]] that creates and sends SIP packets albeit in a less clean and ideal fashion.<br />
<br />
It is worth noting that historically as we become aware of security issues that would affect poquito, we apply necessary patches. Not everything is latest and greatest, though.<br />
<br />
On poquito, in /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots, there are two files: sipping_template.txt and sipping_func.py. The first has the packet format, the second has a function that 'wraps' SIPPing.<br />
<br />
net_doorbot.py (in the same directory) is 'doorbot', and dosman put a lot of machinery in place that does checks to make sure it's running. As far as integrating SIPPing, just:<br />
<br />
'''import sipping_func'''<br />
<br />
which you can then call when you want to announce somebody has arrived:<br />
<br />
'''sipping_func.announce_arrival('test person')'''<br />
<br />
'import' working depends on /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots being in PYTHONPATH. Or you can just do this:<br />
<br />
'''import sys'''<br />
<br />
'''sys.path.append('/home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots')'''<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/VOIP_Phone_IntegrationVOIP Phone Integration2020-09-11T05:36:35Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div>When people successfully badge into the space, a tone plays and a message appears on the VOIP phones in the HAM/electronics room and elsewhere in the space to let people know somebody's arrived.<br />
<br />
The software for this runs on [[poquito]] which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software packages and such on poquito are out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc can be 'shaky'. The only reason I mention this is because there is a Python module called python-ESL [[https://github.com/sangoma/python-ESL]] that seems especially nicely suited to handling SIP/phone stuff, but we could not install it via pip. Kevin discovered a command line tool, SIPPing [[https://github.com/pbertera/SIPPing]] that creates and sends SIP packets albeit in a less clean and ideal fashion.<br />
<br />
It is worth noting that historically as we become aware of security issues that would affect poquito, we apply necessary patches. Not everything is latest and greatest, though.<br />
<br />
On poquito, in /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots, there are two files: sipping_template.txt and sipping_func.py. The first has the packet format, the second has a function that 'wraps' SIPPing.<br />
<br />
net_doorbot.py (in the same directory) is 'doorbot', and dosman put a lot of machinery in place that does checks to make sure it's running. As far as integrating SIPPing, just:<br />
<br />
'''import sipping_func'''<br />
<br />
which you can then call when you want to announce somebody has arrived:<br />
<br />
'''sipping_func.announce_arrival('test person')'''<br />
<br />
'import' working depends on /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots being in PYTHONPATH. Or you can just do this:<br />
<br />
'''import sys'''<br />
<br />
'''sys.path.append('/home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots')'''<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/VOIP_Phone_IntegrationVOIP Phone Integration2020-09-11T05:35:50Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div>When people successfully badge into the space, a tone plays and a message appears on the VOIP phones in the HAM/electronics room and elsewhere in the space to let people know somebody's arrived.<br />
<br />
The software for this runs on [[poquito]] which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software packages and such on poquito are out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc are 'shaky'. The only reason I mention this is because there is a Python module called python-ESL [[https://github.com/sangoma/python-ESL]] that seems especially nicely suited to handling SIP/phone stuff, but we could not install it via pip. Kevin discovered a command line tool, SIPPing [[https://github.com/pbertera/SIPPing]] that creates and sends SIP packets albeit in a less clean and ideal fashion.<br />
<br />
It is worth noting that historically as we become aware of security issues that would affect poquito, we apply necessary patches. Not everything is latest and greatest, though.<br />
<br />
On poquito, in /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots, there are two files: sipping_template.txt and sipping_func.py. The first has the packet format, the second has a function that 'wraps' SIPPing.<br />
<br />
net_doorbot.py (in the same directory) is 'doorbot', and dosman put a lot of machinery in place that does checks to make sure it's running. As far as integrating SIPPing, just:<br />
<br />
'''import sipping_func'''<br />
<br />
which you can then call when you want to announce somebody has arrived:<br />
<br />
'''sipping_func.announce_arrival('test person')'''<br />
<br />
'import' working depends on /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots being in PYTHONPATH. Or you can just do this:<br />
<br />
'''import sys'''<br />
<br />
'''sys.path.append('/home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots')'''<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/VOIP_Phone_IntegrationVOIP Phone Integration2020-09-11T05:31:03Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div>Stuff runs on [[poquito]] which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software is out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc are 'shaky'. The only reason I mention this is because there is a Python module called python-ESL [[https://github.com/sangoma/python-ESL]] that seems especially nicely suited to handling SIP/phone stuff, but we could not install it via pip. Kevin discovered a command line tool, SIPPing [[https://github.com/pbertera/SIPPing]] that creates and sends SIP packets albeit in a less clean and ideal fashion. <br />
<br />
On poquito, in /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots, there are two files: sipping_template.txt and sipping_func.py. The first has the packet format, the second has a function that 'wraps' SIPPing.<br />
<br />
net_doorbot.py (in the same directory) is 'doorbot', and dosman put a lot of machinery in place that does checks to make sure it's running. As far as integrating SIPPing, just:<br />
<br />
'''import sipping_func'''<br />
<br />
which you can then call when you want to announce somebody has arrived:<br />
<br />
'''sipping_func.announce_arrival('test person')'''<br />
<br />
'import' working depends on /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots being in PYTHONPATH. Or you can just do this:<br />
<br />
'''import sys'''<br />
<br />
'''sys.path.append('/home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots')'''<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/VOIP_Phone_IntegrationVOIP Phone Integration2020-09-11T05:26:34Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div>Stuff runs on [[poquito]] which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software is out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc are 'shaky'. The only reason I mention this is because there is a Python module called python-ESL [[https://github.com/sangoma/python-ESL]] that seems especially nicely suited to handling SIP/phone stuff, but we could not install it via pip. Kevin discovered a command line tool, SIPPing [[https://github.com/pbertera/SIPPing]] that creates and sends SIP packets albeit in a less clean and ideal fashion. <br />
<br />
On poquito, in /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots, there are two files: sipping_template.txt and sipping_func.py. The first has the packet format, the second has a function that 'wraps' SIPPing.<br />
<br />
net_doorbot.py (in the same directory) is 'doorbot', and dosman put a lot of machinery in place that does checks to make sure it's running. As far as integrating SIPPing, just:<br />
<br />
'''import sipping_func'''<br />
<br />
which you can then call when you want to announce somebody has arrived:<br />
<br />
'''sipping_func.announce_arrival('test person')'''<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/VOIP_Phone_IntegrationVOIP Phone Integration2020-09-11T05:23:45Z<p>Sdcharle: Created page with "Stuff runs on poquito which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software is out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc..."</p>
<hr />
<div>Stuff runs on [[poquito]] which is an ancient (ca. 2011?) Raspberry Pi. Some of the software is out of date, the upshot is efforts to update things like versions of Python etc are 'shaky'. The only reason I mention this is because there is a Python module called python-ESL [[https://github.com/sangoma/python-ESL]] that seems especially nicely suited to handling SIP/phone stuff, but we could not install it via pip. Kevin discovered a command line tool, SIPPing [[https://github.com/pbertera/SIPPing]] that creates and sends SIP packets albeit in a less clean and ideal fashion. <br />
<br />
So over on poquito, in /home/pi/Bloominglabs/bots, there are two files: sipping_template.txt and sipping_func.py. The first has the packet format, the second has a function that 'wraps' SIPPing.<br />
<br />
net_doorbot.py is 'doorbot', and dosman put a lot of machinery in place that does fun checks to make sure it's running. As far as integrating SIPPing, you just:<br />
<br />
'''import sipping_func'''<br />
<br />
which you can then call when you want to announce somebody has arrived:<br />
<br />
'''sipping_func.announce_arrival('test person')'''<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/PoquitoPoquito2020-09-11T05:23:17Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div>poquito is an ancient (ca. 2011) Raspberry Pi Model B that runs part of the RFID software. Should poquito die, the tags which have been granted access are stored on the EEPROM of the ancient (Duemilanove a.k.a. 2012) Arduino that runs the firmware of the RFID system.<br />
<br />
There's a web interface to a sqlite (yes) database on poquito, basically it's the Django admin interface. This database associates the binary RFID tags with actual members.<br />
<br />
Also on poquito there is a 'server' connected to the serial port of the aforementioned Arduino. This allows potentially many clients to monitor and react to what is happening on the system (badging in, being rejected while attempting to badge in, etc., etc.) In retrospect sending those to an MQTT broker clients could subscribe to would make more sense.<br />
<br />
'doorbot' runs on poquito, and sends notifications to the IRC server (#blabs-bots channel), SignBot, and VOIP phones in the space so that people far from the door know when people arrive.<br />
<br />
It would not be a terrible idea to update/upgrade poquito, as it is now in a bit of an 'it runs, don't touch it' state.<br />
<br />
There is possibly more stuff on poquito, but checking it recently these are the things definitely running on there.<br />
<br />
[[Category: Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/PoquitoPoquito2020-09-11T05:19:23Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div>poquito is an ancient (ca. 2011) Raspberry Pi Model B that runs part of the RFID software. Should poquito die, the tags which have been granted access are stored on the EEPROM of the ancient (Duemilanove a.k.a. 2012) Arduino that runs the firmware of the RFID system.<br />
<br />
There's a web interface to a sqlite (yes) database on poquito, basically it's the Django admin interface. This database associates the binary RFID tags with actual members.<br />
<br />
Also on poquito there is a 'server' connected to the serial port of the aforementioned Arduino. This allows potentially many clients to monitor and react to what is happening on the system (badging in, being rejected while attempting to badge in, etc., etc.) In retrospect sending those to an MQTT broker clients could subscribe to would make more sense.<br />
<br />
'doorbot' runs on poquito, and sends notifications to the IRC server (#blabs-bots channel), SignBot, and VOIP phones in the space so that people far from the door know when people arrive.<br />
<br />
It would not be a terrible idea to update/upgrade poquito, as it is now in a bit of an 'it runs, don't touch it' state.<br />
<br />
There is possibly more stuff on poquito, but checking it recently these are the things definitely running on there.</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/PoquitoPoquito2020-09-11T05:15:53Z<p>Sdcharle: Created page with "Poquito is an ancient (ca. 2011) Raspberry Pi Model B that runs part of the RFID software. Should poquito die, the tags which have been granted access are stored on the EEPROM..."</p>
<hr />
<div>Poquito is an ancient (ca. 2011) Raspberry Pi Model B that runs part of the RFID software. Should poquito die, the tags which have been granted access are stored on the EEPROM of the ancient (Duemilanove a.k.a. 2012) Arduino that runs the firmware of the RFID system.<br />
<br />
There's a web interface to a sqlite (yes) database on poquito, basically it's the Django admin interface. This database associates the binary RFID tags with actual members.<br />
<br />
Also on poquito, there is a 'server' connected to the serial port of the aforementioned Arduino. This allows potentially many clients to monitor and react to what is happening on the system (badging in, being rejected while attempting to badge in, etc., etc.) In retrospect sending those to an MQTT broker clients could subscribe to would make more sense.<br />
<br />
'doorbot' runs on poquito, and sends notifications to the IRC server (#blabs-bots channel), SignBot, and VOIP phones in the space so that people far from the door know when people arrive.<br />
<br />
It would not be a terrible idea to update/upgrade poquito, as it is now in a bit of an 'it runs, don't touch it' state.</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/StevesProjectsStevesProjects2020-09-11T04:29:59Z<p>Sdcharle: /* VOIP Phone Integration */</p>
<hr />
<div>==[[The Bloominglabs side-lit LED sign]]==<br />
This was a collaborative effort with Sam Cranford, who has a really nice CNC machine. He helped us carve the logo into a sheet of acrylic, Nick chiseled out all the molten plastic gunk that hardened in the grooves, I built a little stand and a black backing for the sign and attached a strip of very bright blue LEDs from AutoZone to the top, and Jenett attached a wall-wart so's we can plug it in. It's been in our front window for months and is still a sight to behold.<br />
<br />
==[[Haptic Belt]]==<br />
A belt with cell phone vibrator motors distributed around the belt. A compass module and Arduino determine which motor is (closest to) North, and then the motor is turned on, so the wearer is always aware of which direction he/she is facing. I've built a working prototype, but it is clunky looking. I wore it to a meeting and even felt self-conscious in that safe place for nerds. v2 is in the works.<br />
<br />
==[[Homing Geocache Box]]==<br />
Based on the 'Reverse Geocache'. This one works pretty nice and was built for the ill-fated 'Wisdom of Play' project connected to TEDxBloomington. Some people played with it at the 2011 Open House. I really need to do a write up.<br />
<br />
==[[Shoot the Windows Logo, Win Candy Game]]==<br />
A silly thing I hacked together w/ a 555 timer, one of those 'motion detecting candy dispensers', and some stiff wire and a cardboard box. At the center of the box is a circle with the Windows Logo on it. Hit the circle and it triggers the candy dispenser. Very Pavlovian. Did this for Indy Linuxfest and it was a hit, especially with the kids.<br />
<br />
==Hack the Rhinocerous Beetle robot toy==<br />
General hacking of the toy - make it remote controlled, add sensors, etc.<br />
[[RhinoBeetleRemote]]<br />
<br />
== RFID System ==<br />
Part of the bigger project I've been working on with dosman for some time. It's been operative and up and running since Fall of 2011. There have been spin-offs like:<br />
<br />
=== doorbot ===<br />
doorbot is the IRC bot that tells us when people badge in. It also records this info and used to record info from a motion sensor in the front room in a SQLite database. It also sends [http://pushingbox.com Pushingbox] notifications to whoever subscribes to them. It also provides info about recent badge-ins and sensor readings (no longer available) to people in the IRC channel who ask '!last sensor' or '!last access 10'. For a while it greeted people as they came in using Festival. What can't doorbot do?<br />
<br />
=== SignBot ===<br />
An offshoot to make <br />
<br />
=== Web Interface ===<br />
I wrote a site in Django w/ a SQLite backend to manage user RFID info. It also manages Pushingbox notifications.<br />
<br />
=== Twisted Networked Server ===<br />
I used the Twisted networking library (Python language) to turn the Serial interface into a network (TCP) interface. This eliminates a lot of the clunky duct-tabe and bailing wire of the initial logging/admin setup using screen and minicom and looking at a tail of the access log and blah blah blah. With twistd it can be setup as a daemon that runs on start-up of the pogobox.<br />
<br />
=== [[VOIP Phone Integration]] ===<br />
Working with Kevin, we added a hook to send doorbot notifications to VOIP phones in the space. This was relatively simple, but somewhat hacky in its current (9/10/2020) form. The reason for this being that the server doorbot lives on, poquito, is very, very old, and thus numerous packages etc. are out of date. This can be addressed in the future.<br />
<br />
=== Idea for the future: MQTT Broker ===<br />
While it was fun to learn about 'Twisted', at the end of the day it'd probably be better to have RFID events logged to an MQTT broker (Mosquito?) which any service using the info could then subscribe to. Just an idea. This would handle all networking aspects neatly, with password protection to boot.<br />
<br />
== Pachube (now Cosm) Online Sensor Data ==<br />
I like taking sensor readings (light, temperature, motion) and putting them on the web. Pachube (now with the pronounceable name Cosm) makes this pretty easy. <br />
<br />
Update 9/10/2020 - this was a good cautionary tale about the short-lived nature of IoT websites and services. None of this works anymore - build your own systems, folks!<br />
<br />
== Glitchbox ==<br />
Project that uses an Arduino, an R2R DAC, an LM386 Op Amp, and plays samples when triggered, and also records rhythms that can be played back. Ideally I attach this to the 'RockBand' drum kit in the junk pile.<br />
<br />
= Scrapped or Dormant Projects, Just left here for laffs =<br />
<br />
== Bloomington Crime Stats ==<br />
I've scraped a bunch (12,000+) of local crime reports and geocoded them. Now need to open that up to Bloomington/the world. Actually eventually the crappy 'B-Aware Bloomington' site went subscription only and this project fell by the wayside<br />
<br />
== FM (or AM) radio ==<br />
Get a radio station up and running which will broadcast lots of text-to-speech goofiness, but preferably some useful info too.</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/StevesProjectsStevesProjects2020-09-11T04:26:46Z<p>Sdcharle: /* RFID System */</p>
<hr />
<div>==[[The Bloominglabs side-lit LED sign]]==<br />
This was a collaborative effort with Sam Cranford, who has a really nice CNC machine. He helped us carve the logo into a sheet of acrylic, Nick chiseled out all the molten plastic gunk that hardened in the grooves, I built a little stand and a black backing for the sign and attached a strip of very bright blue LEDs from AutoZone to the top, and Jenett attached a wall-wart so's we can plug it in. It's been in our front window for months and is still a sight to behold.<br />
<br />
==[[Haptic Belt]]==<br />
A belt with cell phone vibrator motors distributed around the belt. A compass module and Arduino determine which motor is (closest to) North, and then the motor is turned on, so the wearer is always aware of which direction he/she is facing. I've built a working prototype, but it is clunky looking. I wore it to a meeting and even felt self-conscious in that safe place for nerds. v2 is in the works.<br />
<br />
==[[Homing Geocache Box]]==<br />
Based on the 'Reverse Geocache'. This one works pretty nice and was built for the ill-fated 'Wisdom of Play' project connected to TEDxBloomington. Some people played with it at the 2011 Open House. I really need to do a write up.<br />
<br />
==[[Shoot the Windows Logo, Win Candy Game]]==<br />
A silly thing I hacked together w/ a 555 timer, one of those 'motion detecting candy dispensers', and some stiff wire and a cardboard box. At the center of the box is a circle with the Windows Logo on it. Hit the circle and it triggers the candy dispenser. Very Pavlovian. Did this for Indy Linuxfest and it was a hit, especially with the kids.<br />
<br />
==Hack the Rhinocerous Beetle robot toy==<br />
General hacking of the toy - make it remote controlled, add sensors, etc.<br />
[[RhinoBeetleRemote]]<br />
<br />
== RFID System ==<br />
Part of the bigger project I've been working on with dosman for some time. It's been operative and up and running since Fall of 2011. There have been spin-offs like:<br />
<br />
=== doorbot ===<br />
doorbot is the IRC bot that tells us when people badge in. It also records this info and used to record info from a motion sensor in the front room in a SQLite database. It also sends [http://pushingbox.com Pushingbox] notifications to whoever subscribes to them. It also provides info about recent badge-ins and sensor readings (no longer available) to people in the IRC channel who ask '!last sensor' or '!last access 10'. For a while it greeted people as they came in using Festival. What can't doorbot do?<br />
<br />
=== SignBot ===<br />
An offshoot to make <br />
<br />
=== Web Interface ===<br />
I wrote a site in Django w/ a SQLite backend to manage user RFID info. It also manages Pushingbox notifications.<br />
<br />
=== Twisted Networked Server ===<br />
I used the Twisted networking library (Python language) to turn the Serial interface into a network (TCP) interface. This eliminates a lot of the clunky duct-tabe and bailing wire of the initial logging/admin setup using screen and minicom and looking at a tail of the access log and blah blah blah. With twistd it can be setup as a daemon that runs on start-up of the pogobox.<br />
<br />
=== VOIP Phone Integration ===<br />
Working with Kevin, we added a hook to send doorbot notifications to VOIP phones in the space. This was relatively simple, but somewhat hacky in its current (9/10/2020) form. The reason for this being that the server doorbot lives on, poquito, is very, very old, and thus numerous packages etc. are out of date. This can be addressed in the future.<br />
<br />
=== Idea for the future: MQTT Broker ===<br />
While it was fun to learn about 'Twisted', at the end of the day it'd probably be better to have RFID events logged to an MQTT broker (Mosquito?) which any service using the info could then subscribe to. Just an idea. This would handle all networking aspects neatly, with password protection to boot.<br />
<br />
== Pachube (now Cosm) Online Sensor Data ==<br />
I like taking sensor readings (light, temperature, motion) and putting them on the web. Pachube (now with the pronounceable name Cosm) makes this pretty easy. <br />
<br />
Update 9/10/2020 - this was a good cautionary tale about the short-lived nature of IoT websites and services. None of this works anymore - build your own systems, folks!<br />
<br />
== Glitchbox ==<br />
Project that uses an Arduino, an R2R DAC, an LM386 Op Amp, and plays samples when triggered, and also records rhythms that can be played back. Ideally I attach this to the 'RockBand' drum kit in the junk pile.<br />
<br />
= Scrapped or Dormant Projects, Just left here for laffs =<br />
<br />
== Bloomington Crime Stats ==<br />
I've scraped a bunch (12,000+) of local crime reports and geocoded them. Now need to open that up to Bloomington/the world. Actually eventually the crappy 'B-Aware Bloomington' site went subscription only and this project fell by the wayside<br />
<br />
== FM (or AM) radio ==<br />
Get a radio station up and running which will broadcast lots of text-to-speech goofiness, but preferably some useful info too.</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/StevesProjectsStevesProjects2020-09-11T02:05:34Z<p>Sdcharle: /* RFID System */</p>
<hr />
<div>==[[The Bloominglabs side-lit LED sign]]==<br />
This was a collaborative effort with Sam Cranford, who has a really nice CNC machine. He helped us carve the logo into a sheet of acrylic, Nick chiseled out all the molten plastic gunk that hardened in the grooves, I built a little stand and a black backing for the sign and attached a strip of very bright blue LEDs from AutoZone to the top, and Jenett attached a wall-wart so's we can plug it in. It's been in our front window for months and is still a sight to behold.<br />
<br />
==[[Haptic Belt]]==<br />
A belt with cell phone vibrator motors distributed around the belt. A compass module and Arduino determine which motor is (closest to) North, and then the motor is turned on, so the wearer is always aware of which direction he/she is facing. I've built a working prototype, but it is clunky looking. I wore it to a meeting and even felt self-conscious in that safe place for nerds. v2 is in the works.<br />
<br />
==[[Homing Geocache Box]]==<br />
Based on the 'Reverse Geocache'. This one works pretty nice and was built for the ill-fated 'Wisdom of Play' project connected to TEDxBloomington. Some people played with it at the 2011 Open House. I really need to do a write up.<br />
<br />
==[[Shoot the Windows Logo, Win Candy Game]]==<br />
A silly thing I hacked together w/ a 555 timer, one of those 'motion detecting candy dispensers', and some stiff wire and a cardboard box. At the center of the box is a circle with the Windows Logo on it. Hit the circle and it triggers the candy dispenser. Very Pavlovian. Did this for Indy Linuxfest and it was a hit, especially with the kids.<br />
<br />
==Hack the Rhinocerous Beetle robot toy==<br />
General hacking of the toy - make it remote controlled, add sensors, etc.<br />
[[RhinoBeetleRemote]]<br />
<br />
== RFID System ==<br />
Part of the bigger project I've been working on with dosman for some time. It's been operative and up and running since Fall of 2011. There have been spin-offs like:<br />
<br />
=== doorbot ===<br />
doorbot is the IRC bot that tells us when people badge in. It also records this info and used to record info from a motion sensor in the front room in a SQLite database. It also sends [http://pushingbox.com Pushingbox] notifications to whoever subscribes to them. It also provides info about recent badge-ins and sensor readings (no longer available) to people in the IRC channel who ask '!last sensor' or '!last access 10'. For a while it greeted people as they came in using Festival. What can't doorbot do?<br />
<br />
=== Web Interface ===<br />
I wrote a site in Django w/ a SQLite backend to manage user RFID info. It also manages Pushingbox notifications.<br />
<br />
=== Twisted Networked Server ===<br />
I used the Twisted networking library (Python language) to turn the Serial interface into a network (TCP) interface. This eliminates a lot of the clunky duct-tabe and bailing wire of the initial logging/admin setup using screen and minicom and looking at a tail of the access log and blah blah blah. With twistd it can be setup as a daemon that runs on start-up of the pogobox.<br />
<br />
=== VOIP Phone Integration ===<br />
Working with Kevin, we added a hook to send doorbot notifications to VOIP phones in the space. This was relatively simple, but somewhat hacky in its current (9/10/2020) form. The reason for this being that the server doorbot lives on, poquito, is very, very old, and thus numerous packages etc. are out of date. This can be addressed in the future.<br />
<br />
=== Idea for the future: MQTT Broker ===<br />
While it was fun to learn about 'Twisted', at the end of the day it'd probably be better to have RFID events logged to an MQTT broker (Mosquito?) which any service using the info could then subscribe to. Just an idea. This would handle all networking aspects neatly, with password protection to boot.<br />
<br />
== Pachube (now Cosm) Online Sensor Data ==<br />
I like taking sensor readings (light, temperature, motion) and putting them on the web. Pachube (now with the pronounceable name Cosm) makes this pretty easy. <br />
<br />
Update 9/10/2020 - this was a good cautionary tale about the short-lived nature of IoT websites and services. None of this works anymore - build your own systems, folks!<br />
<br />
== Glitchbox ==<br />
Project that uses an Arduino, an R2R DAC, an LM386 Op Amp, and plays samples when triggered, and also records rhythms that can be played back. Ideally I attach this to the 'RockBand' drum kit in the junk pile.<br />
<br />
= Scrapped or Dormant Projects, Just left here for laffs =<br />
<br />
== Bloomington Crime Stats ==<br />
I've scraped a bunch (12,000+) of local crime reports and geocoded them. Now need to open that up to Bloomington/the world. Actually eventually the crappy 'B-Aware Bloomington' site went subscription only and this project fell by the wayside<br />
<br />
== FM (or AM) radio ==<br />
Get a radio station up and running which will broadcast lots of text-to-speech goofiness, but preferably some useful info too.</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/StevesProjectsStevesProjects2020-09-11T01:57:14Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Pachube (now Cosm) Online Sensor Data */</p>
<hr />
<div>==[[The Bloominglabs side-lit LED sign]]==<br />
This was a collaborative effort with Sam Cranford, who has a really nice CNC machine. He helped us carve the logo into a sheet of acrylic, Nick chiseled out all the molten plastic gunk that hardened in the grooves, I built a little stand and a black backing for the sign and attached a strip of very bright blue LEDs from AutoZone to the top, and Jenett attached a wall-wart so's we can plug it in. It's been in our front window for months and is still a sight to behold.<br />
<br />
==[[Haptic Belt]]==<br />
A belt with cell phone vibrator motors distributed around the belt. A compass module and Arduino determine which motor is (closest to) North, and then the motor is turned on, so the wearer is always aware of which direction he/she is facing. I've built a working prototype, but it is clunky looking. I wore it to a meeting and even felt self-conscious in that safe place for nerds. v2 is in the works.<br />
<br />
==[[Homing Geocache Box]]==<br />
Based on the 'Reverse Geocache'. This one works pretty nice and was built for the ill-fated 'Wisdom of Play' project connected to TEDxBloomington. Some people played with it at the 2011 Open House. I really need to do a write up.<br />
<br />
==[[Shoot the Windows Logo, Win Candy Game]]==<br />
A silly thing I hacked together w/ a 555 timer, one of those 'motion detecting candy dispensers', and some stiff wire and a cardboard box. At the center of the box is a circle with the Windows Logo on it. Hit the circle and it triggers the candy dispenser. Very Pavlovian. Did this for Indy Linuxfest and it was a hit, especially with the kids.<br />
<br />
==Hack the Rhinocerous Beetle robot toy==<br />
General hacking of the toy - make it remote controlled, add sensors, etc.<br />
[[RhinoBeetleRemote]]<br />
<br />
== RFID System ==<br />
Part of the bigger project I've been working on with dosman for some time. It's been operative and up and running since Fall of 2011. There have been spin-offs like:<br />
<br />
=== doorbot ===<br />
doorbot is the IRC bot that tells us when people badge in. It also records this info and info from a motion sensor in the front room in a SQLite database. It also sends this info to Cosm. It also sends [http://pushingbox.com Pushingbox] notifications to whoever subscribes to them. It also provides info about recent badge-ins and sensor readings to people in the IRC channel who ask 'last sensor' or 'last access'. For a while it greeted people as they came in using Festival. What can't doorbot do?<br />
<br />
Cosm sends notifications to my (Steve's) iPhone if it hasn't heard from doorbot in a while. Sometimes that also means pogobox in down. It's nice.<br />
<br />
=== web interface ===<br />
I wrote a site in Django w/ a SQLite backend to manage user RFID info. It also manages Pushingbox notifications. There is a last 'handshake' piece that needs to be written to keep the database in sync w/ the EEPROM on the Arduino better.<br />
<br />
=== Twisted Networked Server ===<br />
I used the Twisted networking library (Python language) to turn the Serial interface into a network (TCP) interface. This eliminates a lot of the clunky duct-tabe and bailing wire of the initial logging/admin setup using screen and minicom and looking at a tail of the access log and blah blah blah. With twistd it can be setup as a daemon that runs on start-up of the pogobox.<br />
<br />
== Pachube (now Cosm) Online Sensor Data ==<br />
I like taking sensor readings (light, temperature, motion) and putting them on the web. Pachube (now with the pronounceable name Cosm) makes this pretty easy. <br />
<br />
Update 9/10/2020 - this was a good cautionary tale about the short-lived nature of IoT websites and services. None of this works anymore - build your own systems, folks!<br />
<br />
== Glitchbox ==<br />
Project that uses an Arduino, an R2R DAC, an LM386 Op Amp, and plays samples when triggered, and also records rhythms that can be played back. Ideally I attach this to the 'RockBand' drum kit in the junk pile.<br />
<br />
= Scrapped or Dormant Projects, Just left here for laffs =<br />
<br />
== Bloomington Crime Stats ==<br />
I've scraped a bunch (12,000+) of local crime reports and geocoded them. Now need to open that up to Bloomington/the world. Actually eventually the crappy 'B-Aware Bloomington' site went subscription only and this project fell by the wayside<br />
<br />
== FM (or AM) radio ==<br />
Get a radio station up and running which will broadcast lots of text-to-speech goofiness, but preferably some useful info too.</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/PogoPogo2019-11-14T03:22:59Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Services Pogo provides */</p>
<hr />
<div>Decommissioned somewhere around 2016. This page is only here for reference purposes. The backups of the code and projects described here probably do exist in a few peoples hands.<br />
<br />
Pogo is the name of the system we keep running for services in the space. Generally we try to keep it in a running state as much as possible.<br />
<br />
== Services Pogo provides ==<br />
* Internal webserver/fileserver<br />
* External webserver via dynamic dns<br />
* Shell accounts<br />
* RFID access management (RFID operates independently)<br />
* Gateway between RFID system and IRC via doorbot<br />
* Audio annunciation to people within the space<br />
* Controls scrolling LED sign, access from IRC via SignBot<br />
* X10 Firecracker (serial X10 device control)<br />
* LDAP (still experimental)<br />
* Minecraft server for a while (kept crashing)<br />
<br />
== FTDI - /dev/ttyUSBx ordering ==<br />
We have a number of FTDI serial adapters connected to pogo. These allow access to X10 control, the scrolling LED sign, access to the RFID board, etc. To keep the tty devices ordered the same after each reboot some udev rules had to be created.<br />
<br />
* /etc/udev/rules.d/10-local.rules<br />
<br />
<pre><br />
# Run this to find an FTDI adapters serial number:<br />
# udevadm info --name=/dev/ttyUSB1 --attribute-walk | grep -i serial<br />
# More info here: https://forum.sparkfun.com/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=34590<br />
<br />
# Definition for the X10 Firecracker on FTDI /dev/ttyUSB0<br />
SUBSYSTEMS=="usb", KERNEL=="ttyUSB*", ATTRS{serial}=="FTCUSA8R"<br />
<br />
# Definition for the RFID system (Arduino)<br />
SUBSYSTEMS=="usb", KERNEL=="ttyUSB*", ATTRS{serial}=="A7006QeX"<br />
<br />
# Definition for the serial USB interface to the scrolling LCD sign /dev/ttyUSB2<br />
SUBSYSTEMS=="usb", KERNEL=="ttyUSB*", ATTRS{serial}=="FTCBW2W2"<br />
</pre><br />
<br />
<br />
== Notes on pulseaudio setup ==<br />
There were some pulse audio notes here, but the final fix to get audio working again on pogo was to uninstall pulse-audio. That's it.<br />
<br />
= RIP pogo =<br />
Pogo was retired when we moved to the new space. Poquito (RFID system) is still kicking for now.<br />
<br />
[[Category:Hackerspace systems]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Publicity_OutletsPublicity Outlets2019-08-22T00:01:12Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Online Outlets */</p>
<hr />
<div>=Publicity Outlets=<br />
<br />
dosman gave me (Steve) a list of publicity outlets he’d compiled while hyping packetsniffers and FOOLS, so I ran with it and have been posting info about workshops and events on various sites and social media and TV and radio and so on. There’s no reason others can’t join in the fun, and in the interest of sharing the info, I created this document.<br />
<br />
If you are running down the list to advertise something, weight the type of event you are submitting for the audience. The free forums and stuff is fine for smaller events. I'd use the radio spots and newpapers for workshops and fundraiser events too. However I wouldn't chase periodicals like Bloom Magazine for something like a workshop advertisement, but something larger like Makevention is fine. Just some food for thought for anyone other than sdc or dosman reading this page. Thanks!<br />
<br />
==First the obvious==<br />
Front page of our wiki:<br />
<br>http://bloominglabs.org (get an account there if you don’t have one to edit it)<br />
<br />
Our email announcement list:<br />
<br>http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce<br />
<br />
[https://twitter.com/Bloominglabs Facebook] and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+] (ask to be made an Admin on the page)<br />
<br />
Our google calendar https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York<br />
<br />
[https://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs] on Twitter (ask Steve for details)<br />
<br />
Word of mouth (you can’t beat it)<br />
<br />
Flyers (both in the space and in public) - we can always use people with mad design skills to help with this<br />
<br />
==Online Outlets==<br />
<br />
'''WhoFish''' <br />
<br>https://www.whofish.org/Default.aspx?tabid=47&modid=382&itemid=4881480&rCode=39&action=detail&iv=ext<br />
<br />
'''VisitBloomington Calendar'''<br />
<br>This one is pretty nice looking, good for posting links to Twitter and such.<br />
<br>http://www.visitbloomington.com/events/submit-event/<br />
<br />
'''The Scene''' is now this site, still ran by the HT:<br />
<br>https://www.hoosiertimes.com/calendar/<br />
<br />
<s>'''The Scene''' (ran by the Herald Times online) has free event posting<br />
<br>http://calendar.bloomingtonscene.com/</s><br />
<br />
'''Herald Times Calendar''' - Unsure if this is still a valid calendar, it is "tricky" to get the page to load correctly but will accept submissions.<br />
<br>https://heraldtimesonline-dot-com.bloxcms-ny1.com/users/admin/calendar/event/?referer_url=/calendar/search/&_ijcid=1439262240292|4.79890770.1429636001134.a8696ff<br />
<br />
'''Bloomingtononline's calendar''' (seems to be used quite a bit) - They retooled their calendar in April 2017, but apparently it won't accept new events. There is a set of empty forums though that can be posted to, ha.<br />
<br>http://www.bloomingtononline.net/calendar/<br />
<br />
'''Bloomington Craigslist''' - The old standby<br />
<br>http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cal/<br />
<br />
'''Eventful'''<br />
<br>This site is very nice looking. I’m not sure how much it is used<br />
<br>http://eventful.com/bloomington/events/<br />
<br>FYI, seems like other sites do pull events from Eventful automatically like [http://www.lovemyzip.com/events/HOBBIEVILLE/IN this one].<br />
<br />
'''BTown-Banter'''<br />
<br>http://viewpoints.iu.edu/btown-banter/<br />
<br>This is an IU affiliated blog. It covers tech events like TEDx etc. so may be good to reach out to as appropriate.<br />
<br />
'''MobTalk'''<br />
<br><s>http://mobtalk.net<br />
<br>Monroe County centric message board. Not a calendar but might be worth posting some events here.</s> <br />
<br />
Appears MobTalk has gone away, or maby they just moved somewhere else like they have in the past.<br />
<br />
'''Make magazine''' - no longer does any advertising for hackerspaces :-(<br />
<s><br>http://makezine.com/cs/user/create/event (link is now a forward to an old kickstarter)<br />
<br>http://blog.makezine.com/archive/category/events - this seems to be dead, no events are listed and it's unclear how to submit anything to them :-(<br />
<br>There’s also '''Hackerspace Happenings''' on the Make site. As of this writing John Baichtal is the guy you need to email: nerdyjb@gmail.com</s><br />
<br />
'''Meetup.com'''<br />
<br>http://www.meetup.com/cities/us/in/bloomington/groups/<br />
<br>Costs $19 for 1 month in "organizer dues", we already have everything they try to provide for you (people who know where we are).<br />
<br />
<s>'''Let’s go bloomington''' - Includes monthly printed calendar...get your stuff in early:<br />
<br>http://letsgo.terrorware.com/</s><br />
<br>As of 4-2014 this calendar seems to be in a state of detrius, letsgobloomington.org expired and all contact email addresses went away with that. All events currently listed are recurring ones that go on forever. Might have some luck pinging them via facebook.<br />
<br />
==Radio and TV==<br />
'''WFIU event submission''' (web calendar with some/most events read on the air)<br />
<br>http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wfiu/events.eventsmain?action=submitEvent<br />
<br>This appears to be an especially good outlet as it’s been mentioned more than anything else on this list when we ask how people heard about us.<br />
<br />
'''WFHB on-air event calendar'''<br />
<br>Available free to non-profits<br />
<br>Email calendar@wfhb.org with the event, approximately 1 week before the event, event is read on air the day it is to happen<br />
<br />
'''CATS Community Calendar'''<br />
<br>Submissions may be made by any non-profit (rolls on channels 3, 12, and 14 when there's no programming):<br />
<br>http://catstv.net<br />
<br>Now submissions are by email to: commcal (at) mcpl.info <br />
<br />
'''WRTV 6 (Indianapolis ABC affiliate)'''<br />
<br>http://events.theindychannel.com/ DOES NOT WORK ON CHROME AT ALL<br />
<br />
'''WCLS event submission'''<br />
<br>submissions made by non-profits will be put on air for free.<br />
<br>Must submit at least 2 weeks in advance<br />
<br>http://wclsfm.com/psa.htm<br />
<br />
==Magazines and Print==<br />
<br />
'''IDS events submissions'''<br />
<br>http://guides.idsnews.com/happenings/new<br />
<br><s>(man that form is not friendly - if title > 30 characters, throws yr whole submission away.)</s>Seems they have fixed their form, works better now<br />
<br />
'''Herald Times classifieds'''<br />
<br>Free submission of events to their online calendar (non-profits only). Otherwise it would be a paid classified add or other advertisement:<br />
<br>https://heraldtimesonline.com/htoclass/<br />
<br />
'''The Ryder'''<br />
<br>editor (at) theryder.com<br />
<br>They accept paid advertisements, we used them for Makevention 2013. No one reported seeing the ad in the survey. Unsure if they do smaller free spots for smaller events.<br />
<br />
'''H&L Magazine'''<br />
<br>jfinch (at) kiva.net<br />
<br />
'''BLOOM Magazine'''<br />
<br>editor (at) magbloom.com<br />
<br>We had an article in there in 2011, also they ran a Makevention article in 2016 (using pictures they apparently took in 2015).<br />
<br />
==Misc==<br />
'''Twitter accounts that are nice to us'''<br />
<br>@iusoic<br />
<br>@kmakice<br />
<br>@bloomingtweeps<br />
<br>@theheraldtimes<br />
<br>@rickdietz<br />
<br>@make<br />
<br>@gobead<br />
<br>@BloomingtonGrapevine<br />
<br>@bloom_tech (BTP, Bloomington Tech Partnership, they're big supporters.)<br />
<br />
'''Check These Twitter feeds'''<br />
<br>http://twitter.com/#!/meetup<br />
<br>http://twitter.com/#!/Plancast<br />
<br>http://twitter.com/#!/eventbrite<br />
<br><br />
MCCSC has a bulletin board for non-profit events. This would be good for family-friendly activities.<br />
<br><br />
Community Bulletin Board: Are you looking for something to do? Visit the MCCSC Community Bulletin Board at http://www.mccsc.edu/cbb to find out about activities and events in the Bloomington area.<br />
<br><br />
The CBB is the home for approved notices from not-for-profit community organizations. If you would like to post in the bulletin board, please send requests for posting along with a PDF copy of your flyer to events@mccsc.edu. Please include your contact information and web site address on flyer information. Upon approval, your flyer will be placed on our Community Bulletin Board. Allow (7) seven days for the processing of your request.<br />
<br />
==Indianapolis calendar sites==<br />
'''Online event calendars'''<br />
<br>http://www.indyhackers.org<br />
<br>http://funcityfinder.com/events/indianapolis/index.php?com=submit<br />
<br>http://www.aroundindy.com<br />
<br>http://www.indydt.com<br />
<br>http://indysouthmag.com/contact-us<br />
<br>http://indyhub.org/calendar/#ai1ec-create-event-modal<br />
<br>http://www.indyevents.com - requires free login<br />
<br>http://indianapolis.localtiger.com/indianapolis-in/indianapolis-events/technology/<br />
<br>http://calendar.indy.gov - City government site<br />
<br>http://socialinindy.com/calendar/#/46201-indianapolis/all/today<br />
<br>http://www.indyschild.com/Site.Calendar.html<br />
<br>http://www.townplanner.com - community/non-commercial events only<br />
<br>http://techvenue.com - costs money to post events<br />
<br />
'''TV & Radio stations'''<br />
<br>http://www.wthr.com/category/179440/event-calendar#/46204-indianapolis/all/today - Channel 13 WTHR<br />
<br><s>http://www.wthr.com/story/817946/community-calendar - second calendar for Channel 13 WTHR - says to email: communityaffairs@wthr.com</s><br />
<br>http://wishtv.com/community/events-calendar - Channel 8 WISH<br />
<br>http://events.theindychannel.com/createevent - Channel 6 WRTV<br />
<br>http://www.indysmix.com/pages/16682807.php#.U1X1RMfBIbQ - 107.9FM<br />
<br>http://events.wibc.com/login.aspx?url=add.aspx - WIBC 93.1RM - requires free login and publishable phone number<br />
<br> It seems like about half of all other Indy radio stations link to the WIBC calendar too, this is an important one to hit<br />
<br>http://fox59.com/community-calendar/#/46278-indianapolis/all/today<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Hard copy with online calendars'''<br />
<br>http://posting.nuvo.net/indianapolis/Events/AddEvent - requires free login, events possibly get in their hardcopy<br />
<br>http://thingstodo.indystar.com/events - Indy Star calendar<br />
<br>http://www.indianapolisrecorder.com/calendar/<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category: Operations]] [[Category:Advertising]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-02-17T22:36:34Z<p>Sdcharle: /* 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
== Annual Meeting Preface ==<br />
* Welcome, new members since last annual meeting!<br />
* What is Consensus? - no STRONG opposition to a decision, doesn't mean everybody has to be 100% on board.<br />
* What is membership, and how does that happen?<br />
* What are donuts, and how do they magically appear?<br />
<br />
== Members Attending ==<br />
<br />
* Dan H.<br />
* Steve C.<br />
* Laura H.<br />
* Alex V.<br />
* Pete K.<br />
* Rebeca S.<br />
* Kevin R. <br />
* Tobias M.<br />
* Heath R.<br />
* Jenett T.<br />
* Matt H.<br />
* dosman<br />
* Jimmy L.<br />
* Sarah W-D. <br />
* Josh C.<br />
* Josh 'Mr.' G.<br />
<br />
* Gavin W. (via Google Hangout)<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
Electric: 1924.26 <br /><br />
Freshbooks: 139.65<br /><br />
Garbage: 677.04<br /><br />
Gas*: 109.19<br /><br />
Insurance: 871.25<br /><br />
Internet: 897<br /><br />
Makevention: 277.66<br /><br />
Lowes/Menards: 1619.05<br /><br />
Metal Shop: 2363.91<br /><br />
Misc: 292.43<br /><br />
Parade: 41.78<br /><br />
Rent: 14968.25<br /><br />
Rent Deposit: 1000<br /><br />
Water*: 88.96<br /><br />
Government filings: 22<br /><br />
Workshop expenses: 135<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Total expenses: 25427.43<br /><br />
Total income: 27775.10<br /><br />
Net change: 2139.64<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Savings account<br /><br />
Initial balance: 2376.83<br /><br />
Ending balance: 2603.56<br /><br />
Net change: 226.73<br /><br />
<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Monthly Expenses<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Rent: 1360.75<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /><br />
Freshbooks: 20<br /><br />
Gas*: 40<br /><br />
Garbage: 48<br /><br />
Insurance: 73<br /><br />
Internet: 70<br /><br />
Water*: 50<br /><br />
Total: 1861.75<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 46.5<br /><br />
<br /><br />
* started paying in October<nowiki><br />
</nowiki><br /><br />
<br /><br />
Financial Postamble<br /><br />
<br /><br />
2019 Expected Expenses<br /><br />
Rent: 1594.08 - Starting February<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /> <br />
Freshbooks: 32.5 ???<br /><br />
Gas: 40 <br /><br />
Garbage: 48 <br /><br />
Insurance: 73 <br /><br />
Internet: 70 <br /><br />
Water: 50 <br /><br />
Total: 2107.58 <br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 52.6895 <br /><br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
** Blender<br />
** Needle felting (attempted)<br />
** Soldering (x2)<br />
** Laser cutting and engraving<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Micropython and IoT<br />
** Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
** Welding Day<br />
** Machining (x2)<br />
** Makevention onsite workshops:<br />
*** Lockpicking<br />
*** Soldering<br />
** Needle felting (actual)<br />
** #badgelife (with special guest hosts mzbat and 'Frank the Tank')<br />
** Essential Oils<br />
** Rain barrel / plant tower<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Break for Lunch ==<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex, Jimmy<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* [[2019 bylaw change proposals]] - broken out to a separate page to keep discussion clearer<br />
* The Space!<br />
** How happy are we? Do we want to talk with Mark now about a long-term lease?<br />
** How much do we need the kitchen?<br />
* Members!<br />
** Better onboarding needed, but how?<br />
** Better access to spaces, ''but how''? /s<br />
** Member photo wall<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
*** Alternatives matrix<br />
*** How do you pronounce "Apricot"?<br />
** Actually getting other systems off Dosman's Linode instance<br />
* Security infrastructure<br />
** Additional RFID equipment<br />
** New door?<br />
** Cameras<br />
** Reflective film for glass doors<br />
* Cleanliness and excellence<br />
** "Is this the best use of this space?"<br />
** "What if someone parked their stuff in space I wanted to work in?"<br />
** "What if someone put a parking sticker on my project?"<br />
<br />
* Other space needs<br />
** Fume hood exhaust hole<br />
** Enhance dust collection w/filter & cyclone/baffle<br />
** Good shop-vac to replace Gavin's<br />
<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
** Machine knitting (already on the schedule)<br />
** Laser cutting<br />
** Soldering<br />
** Book binding<br />
** Sustainabarrels<br />
** Essential Oils<br />
** Welding?<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Fun with LEDs<br />
** Needle felting<br />
** How not to be on fire/Avoiding being called "Stumpy" (workshop safety)<br />
** Resin casting<br />
** Recording your work (photo/video)?<br />
** Tool overview?<br />
*** Do we want to upgrade our laser? (90W, 120W, etc)<br />
*** Do we want to fundraise for a new big tool? (CNC table router, Wazer/water jet, CNC metal mill, etc)<br />
*** Still intend to sell 3rd lathe which can help raise funds (dosman)<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
** Open houses<br />
** Rummage sales<br />
** DANGER DAYS!<br />
** Show and Yell<br />
** FIY days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Recycling runs (req. commandeering a truck)<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Junk teardown<br />
** Repair<br />
* We have a wind turbine generator in storage at dosmans that belongs to the space<br />
** And two power inverters in the electronics room for battery charging<br />
** And a large solar cell in the members room which Will left behind<br />
* Laboratory fume hood vent hookup<br />
* Makevention<br />
** Volunteers vs Exhibitors<br />
** Bloominglabs booth<br />
*** Dedicated runner who is not the booth organizer<br />
*** Members who have booths should not double-dip on Bloominglabs vending space<br />
** Committee members? JOIN US!<br />
* Anything else?<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-02-17T22:35:42Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Members Attending */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
== Annual Meeting Preface ==<br />
* Welcome, new members since last annual meeting!<br />
* What is Consensus? - no STRONG opposition to a decision, doesn't mean everybody has to be 100% on board.<br />
* What is membership, and how does that happen?<br />
* What are donuts, and how do they magically appear?<br />
<br />
== Members Attending ==<br />
<br />
* Dan H.<br />
* Steve C.<br />
* Laura H.<br />
* Alex V.<br />
* Pete K.<br />
* Rebeca S.<br />
* Kevin R. <br />
* Tobias M.<br />
* Heath R.<br />
* Jenett T.<br />
* Matt H.<br />
* dosman<br />
* Jimmy L.<br />
* Sarah W-D. <br />
* Josh C.<br />
* Josh 'Mr.' G.<br />
<br />
* Gavin W. (via Google Hangout)<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
Electric: 1924.26 <br /><br />
Freshbooks: 139.65<br /><br />
Garbage: 677.04<br /><br />
Gas*: 109.19<br /><br />
Insurance: 871.25<br /><br />
Internet: 897<br /><br />
Makevention: 277.66<br /><br />
Lowes/Menards: 1619.05<br /><br />
Metal Shop: 2363.91<br /><br />
Misc: 292.43<br /><br />
Parade: 41.78<br /><br />
Rent: 14968.25<br /><br />
Rent Deposit: 1000<br /><br />
Water*: 88.96<br /><br />
Government filings: 22<br /><br />
Workshop expenses: 135<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Total expenses: 25427.43<br /><br />
Total income: 27775.10<br /><br />
Net change: 2139.64<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Savings account<br /><br />
Initial balance: 2376.83<br /><br />
Ending balance: 2603.56<br /><br />
Net change: 226.73<br /><br />
<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Monthly Expenses<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Rent: 1360.75<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /><br />
Freshbooks: 20<br /><br />
Gas*: 40<br /><br />
Garbage: 48<br /><br />
Insurance: 73<br /><br />
Internet: 70<br /><br />
Water*: 50<br /><br />
Total: 1861.75<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 46.5<br /><br />
<br /><br />
* started paying in October<nowiki><br />
</nowiki><br /><br />
<br /><br />
Financial Postamble<br /><br />
<br /><br />
2019 Expected Expenses<br /><br />
Rent: 1594.08 - Starting February<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /> <br />
Freshbooks: 32.5 ???<br /><br />
Gas: 40 <br /><br />
Garbage: 48 <br /><br />
Insurance: 73 <br /><br />
Internet: 70 <br /><br />
Water: 50 <br /><br />
Total: 2107.58 <br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 52.6895 <br /><br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
** Blender<br />
** Needle felting (attempted)<br />
** Soldering (x2)<br />
** Laser cutting and engraving<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Micropython and IoT<br />
** Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
** Welding Day<br />
** Machining (x2)<br />
** Makevention onsite workshops:<br />
*** Lockpicking<br />
*** Soldering<br />
** Needle felting (actual)<br />
** #badgelife (with special guest hosts mzbat and 'Frank the Tank')<br />
** Essential Oils<br />
** Rain barrel / plant tower<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Break for Lunch ==<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex, Jimmy<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* [[2019 bylaw change proposals]] - broken out to a separate page to keep discussion clearer<br />
* The Space!<br />
** How happy are we? Do we want to talk with Mark now about a long-term lease?<br />
** How much do we need the kitchen?<br />
* Members!<br />
** Better onboarding needed, but how?<br />
** Better access to spaces, ''but how''? /s<br />
** Member photo wall<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
*** Alternatives matrix<br />
*** How do you pronounce "Apricot"?<br />
** Actually getting other systems off Dosman's Linode instance<br />
* Security infrastructure<br />
** Additional RFID equipment<br />
** New door?<br />
** Cameras<br />
** Reflective film for glass doors<br />
* Cleanliness and excellence<br />
** "Is this the best use of this space?"<br />
** "What if someone parked their stuff in space I wanted to work in?"<br />
** "What if someone put a parking sticker on my project?"<br />
** "<br />
* Other space needs<br />
** Fume hood exhaust hole<br />
** Enhance dust collection w/filter & cyclone/baffle<br />
** Good shop-vac to replace Gavin's<br />
** ??<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
** Machine knitting (already on the schedule)<br />
** Laser cutting<br />
** Soldering<br />
** Book binding<br />
** Sustainabarrels<br />
** Essential Oils<br />
** Welding?<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Fun with LEDs<br />
** Needle felting<br />
** How not to be on fire/Avoiding being called "Stumpy" (workshop safety)<br />
** Resin casting<br />
** Recording your work (photo/video)?<br />
** Tool overview?<br />
*** Do we want to upgrade our laser? (90W, 120W, etc)<br />
*** Do we want to fundraise for a new big tool? (CNC table router, Wazer/water jet, CNC metal mill, etc)<br />
*** Still intend to sell 3rd lathe which can help raise funds (dosman)<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
** Open houses<br />
** Rummage sales<br />
** DANGER DAYS!<br />
** Show and Yell<br />
** FIY days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Recycling runs (req. commandeering a truck)<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Junk teardown<br />
** Repair<br />
* We have a wind turbine generator in storage at dosmans that belongs to the space<br />
** And two power inverters in the electronics room for battery charging<br />
** And a large solar cell in the members room which Will left behind<br />
* Laboratory fume hood vent hookup<br />
* Makevention<br />
** Volunteers vs Exhibitors<br />
** Bloominglabs booth<br />
*** Dedicated runner who is not the booth organizer<br />
*** Members who have booths should not double-dip on Bloominglabs vending space<br />
** Committee members? JOIN US!<br />
* Anything else?<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-02-17T16:05:38Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Members Attending */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
== Annual Meeting Preface ==<br />
* Welcome, new members since last annual meeting!<br />
* What is Consensus? - no STRONG opposition to a decision, doesn't mean everybody has to be 100% on board.<br />
* What is membership, and how does that happen?<br />
* What are donuts, and how do they magically appear?<br />
<br />
== Members Attending ==<br />
<br />
* Dan H.<br />
* Steve C.<br />
* Laura H.<br />
* Alex V.<br />
* Pete K.<br />
* Rebeca S.<br />
* Kevin M. <br />
* Tobias M.<br />
* Heath R.<br />
* Jenett T.<br />
* Matt H.<br />
* dosman<br />
* Jimmy L.<br />
* Sarah W-D. <br />
* Josh C.<br />
<br />
* Gavin W. (via Google Hangout)<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
Electric: 1924.26 <br /><br />
Freshbooks: 139.65<br /><br />
Garbage: 677.04<br /><br />
Gas*: 109.19<br /><br />
Insurance: 871.25<br /><br />
Internet: 897<br /><br />
Makevention: 277.66<br /><br />
Lowes/Menards: 1619.05<br /><br />
Metal Shop: 2363.91<br /><br />
Misc: 292.43<br /><br />
Parade: 41.78<br /><br />
Rent: 14968.25<br /><br />
Rent Deposit: 1000<br /><br />
Water*: 88.96<br /><br />
Government filings: 22<br /><br />
Workshop expenses: 135<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Total expenses: 25427.43<br /><br />
Total income: 27775.10<br /><br />
Net change: 2139.64<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Savings account<br /><br />
Initial balance: 2376.83<br /><br />
Ending balance: 2603.56<br /><br />
Net change: 226.73<br /><br />
<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Monthly Expenses<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Rent: 1360.75<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /><br />
Freshbooks: 20<br /><br />
Gas*: 40<br /><br />
Garbage: 48<br /><br />
Insurance: 73<br /><br />
Internet: 70<br /><br />
Water*: 50<br /><br />
Total: 1861.75<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 46.5<br /><br />
<br /><br />
* started paying in October<nowiki><br />
</nowiki><br /><br />
<br /><br />
Financial Postamble<br /><br />
<br /><br />
2019 Expected Expenses<br /><br />
Rent: 1594.08 - Starting February<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /> <br />
Freshbooks: 32.5 ???<br /><br />
Gas: 40 <br /><br />
Garbage: 48 <br /><br />
Insurance: 73 <br /><br />
Internet: 70 <br /><br />
Water: 50 <br /><br />
Total: 2107.58 <br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 52.6895 <br /><br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
** Blender<br />
** Needle felting (attempted)<br />
** Soldering (x2)<br />
** Laser cutting and engraving<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Micropython and IoT<br />
** Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
** Welding Day<br />
** Machining (x2)<br />
** Makevention onsite workshops:<br />
*** Lockpicking<br />
*** Soldering<br />
** Needle felting (actual)<br />
** #badgelife (with special guest hosts mzbat and 'Frank the Tank')<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Break for Lunch ==<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex, Jimmy<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* [[2019 bylaw change proposals]] - broken out to a separate page to keep discussion clearer<br />
* The Space!<br />
** How happy are we? Do we want to talk with Mark now about a long-term lease?<br />
** How much do we need the kitchen?<br />
* Members!<br />
** Better onboarding needed, but how?<br />
** Better access to spaces, ''but how''? /s<br />
** Member photo wall<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
*** Alternatives matrix<br />
*** How do you pronounce "Apricot"?<br />
** Actually getting other systems off Dosman's Linode instance<br />
* Security infrastructure<br />
** Additional RFID equipment<br />
** New door?<br />
** Cameras<br />
** Reflective film for glass doors<br />
* Cleanliness and excellence<br />
** "Is this the best use of this space?"<br />
** "What if someone parked their stuff in space I wanted to work in?"<br />
** "What if someone put a parking sticker on my project?"<br />
** "<br />
* Other space needs<br />
** Fume hood exhaust hole<br />
** Enhance dust collection w/filter & cyclone/baffle<br />
** Good shop-vac to replace Gavin's<br />
** ??<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
** Machine knitting (already on the schedule)<br />
** Laser cutting<br />
** Soldering<br />
** Book binding<br />
** Sustainabarrels?<br />
** Welding?<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Fun with LEDs<br />
** Needle felting<br />
** How not to be on fire/Avoiding being called "Stumpy" (workshop safety)<br />
** Resin casting<br />
** Recording your work (photo/video)?<br />
** Tool overview?<br />
*** Do we want to upgrade our laser? (90W, 120W, etc)<br />
*** Do we want to fundraise for a new big tool? (CNC table router, Wazer/water jet, CNC metal mill, etc)<br />
*** Still intend to sell 3rd lathe which can help raise funds (dosman)<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
** Open houses<br />
** Rummage sales<br />
** DANGER DAYS!<br />
** Show and Yell<br />
** FIY days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Recycling runs (req. commandeering a truck)<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Junk teardown<br />
** Repair<br />
* We have a wind turbine generator in storage at dosmans that belongs to the space<br />
** And two power inverters in the electronics room for battery charging<br />
** And a large solar cell in the members room which Will left behind<br />
* Laboratory fume hood vent hookup<br />
* Makevention<br />
** Volunteers vs Exhibitors<br />
** Bloominglabs booth<br />
*** Dedicated runner who is not the booth organizer<br />
*** Members who have booths should not double-dip on Bloominglabs vending space<br />
** Committee members? JOIN US!<br />
* Anything else?<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-02-17T15:56:41Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Members Attending */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
== Annual Meeting Preface ==<br />
* Welcome, new members since last annual meeting!<br />
* What is Consensus? - no STRONG opposition to a decision, doesn't mean everybody has to be 100% on board.<br />
* What is membership, and how does that happen?<br />
* What are donuts, and how do they magically appear?<br />
<br />
== Members Attending ==<br />
<br />
* Dan H.<br />
* Steve C.<br />
* Laura H.<br />
* Alex V.<br />
* Pete K.<br />
* Rebecca<br />
* Kevin M. <br />
* Tobias<br />
* Heath R.<br />
* Jenett T.<br />
* Matt<br />
* dosman<br />
* Jimmy L.<br />
* Sarah W-D. <br />
* Josh C.<br />
<br />
* Gavin W. (via Google Hangout)<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
Electric: 1924.26 <br /><br />
Freshbooks: 139.65<br /><br />
Garbage: 677.04<br /><br />
Gas*: 109.19<br /><br />
Insurance: 871.25<br /><br />
Internet: 897<br /><br />
Makevention: 277.66<br /><br />
Lowes/Menards: 1619.05<br /><br />
Metal Shop: 2363.91<br /><br />
Misc: 292.43<br /><br />
Parade: 41.78<br /><br />
Rent: 14968.25<br /><br />
Rent Deposit: 1000<br /><br />
Water*: 88.96<br /><br />
Government filings: 22<br /><br />
Workshop expenses: 135<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Total expenses: 25427.43<br /><br />
Total income: 27775.10<br /><br />
Net change: 2139.64<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Savings account<br /><br />
Initial balance: 2376.83<br /><br />
Ending balance: 2603.56<br /><br />
Net change: 226.73<br /><br />
<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Monthly Expenses<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Rent: 1360.75<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /><br />
Freshbooks: 20<br /><br />
Gas*: 40<br /><br />
Garbage: 48<br /><br />
Insurance: 73<br /><br />
Internet: 70<br /><br />
Water*: 50<br /><br />
Total: 1861.75<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 46.5<br /><br />
<br /><br />
* started paying in October<nowiki><br />
</nowiki><br /><br />
<br /><br />
Financial Postamble<br /><br />
<br /><br />
2019 Expected Expenses<br /><br />
Rent: 1594.08 - Starting February<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /> <br />
Freshbooks: 32.5 ???<br /><br />
Gas: 40 <br /><br />
Garbage: 48 <br /><br />
Insurance: 73 <br /><br />
Internet: 70 <br /><br />
Water: 50 <br /><br />
Total: 2107.58 <br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 52.6895 <br /><br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
** Blender<br />
** Needle felting (attempted)<br />
** Soldering (x2)<br />
** Laser cutting and engraving<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Micropython and IoT<br />
** Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
** Welding Day<br />
** Machining (x2)<br />
** Makevention onsite workshops:<br />
*** Lockpicking<br />
*** Soldering<br />
** Needle felting (actual)<br />
** #badgelife (with special guest hosts mzbat and 'Frank the Tank')<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Break for Lunch ==<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex, Jimmy<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* [[2019 bylaw change proposals]] - broken out to a separate page to keep discussion clearer<br />
* The Space!<br />
** How happy are we? Do we want to talk with Mark now about a long-term lease?<br />
** How much do we need the kitchen?<br />
* Members!<br />
** Better onboarding needed, but how?<br />
** Better access to spaces, ''but how''? /s<br />
** Member photo wall<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
*** Alternatives matrix<br />
*** How do you pronounce "Apricot"?<br />
** Actually getting other systems off Dosman's Linode instance<br />
* Security infrastructure<br />
** Additional RFID equipment<br />
** New door?<br />
** Cameras<br />
** Reflective film for glass doors<br />
* Cleanliness and excellence<br />
** "Is this the best use of this space?"<br />
** "What if someone parked their stuff in space I wanted to work in?"<br />
** "What if someone put a parking sticker on my project?"<br />
** "<br />
* Other space needs<br />
** Fume hood exhaust hole<br />
** Enhance dust collection w/filter & cyclone/baffle<br />
** Good shop-vac to replace Gavin's<br />
** ??<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
** Machine knitting (already on the schedule)<br />
** Laser cutting<br />
** Soldering<br />
** Book binding<br />
** Sustainabarrels?<br />
** Welding?<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Fun with LEDs<br />
** Needle felting<br />
** How not to be on fire/Avoiding being called "Stumpy" (workshop safety)<br />
** Resin casting<br />
** Recording your work (photo/video)?<br />
** Tool overview?<br />
*** Do we want to upgrade our laser? (90W, 120W, etc)<br />
*** Do we want to fundraise for a new big tool? (CNC table router, Wazer/water jet, CNC metal mill, etc)<br />
*** Still intend to sell 3rd lathe which can help raise funds (dosman)<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
** Open houses<br />
** Rummage sales<br />
** DANGER DAYS!<br />
** Show and Yell<br />
** FIY days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Recycling runs (req. commandeering a truck)<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Junk teardown<br />
** Repair<br />
* We have a wind turbine generator in storage at dosmans that belongs to the space<br />
** And two power inverters in the electronics room for battery charging<br />
** And a large solar cell in the members room which Will left behind<br />
* Laboratory fume hood vent hookup<br />
* Makevention<br />
** Volunteers vs Exhibitors<br />
** Bloominglabs booth<br />
*** Dedicated runner who is not the booth organizer<br />
*** Members who have booths should not double-dip on Bloominglabs vending space<br />
** Committee members? JOIN US!<br />
* Anything else?<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-02-17T15:37:22Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Members Attending */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
== Annual Meeting Preface ==<br />
* Welcome, new members since last annual meeting!<br />
* What is Consensus? - no STRONG opposition to a decision, doesn't mean everybody has to be 100% on board.<br />
* What is membership, and how does that happen?<br />
* What are donuts, and how do they magically appear?<br />
<br />
== Members Attending ==<br />
<br />
* Dan H.<br />
* Steve C.<br />
* Laura H.<br />
* Alex V.<br />
* Pete K.<br />
* Rebecca<br />
* Kevin M. <br />
* Tobias<br />
* Heath R.<br />
* Jenett T.<br />
* Matt<br />
* dosman<br />
* Jimmy L.<br />
* Sarah W-D. <br />
<br />
* Gavin W. (via Google Hangout)<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
Electric: 1924.26 <br /><br />
Freshbooks: 139.65<br /><br />
Garbage: 677.04<br /><br />
Gas*: 109.19<br /><br />
Insurance: 871.25<br /><br />
Internet: 897<br /><br />
Makevention: 277.66<br /><br />
Lowes/Menards: 1619.05<br /><br />
Metal Shop: 2363.91<br /><br />
Misc: 292.43<br /><br />
Parade: 41.78<br /><br />
Rent: 14968.25<br /><br />
Rent Deposit: 1000<br /><br />
Water*: 88.96<br /><br />
Government filings: 22<br /><br />
Workshop expenses: 135<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Total expenses: 25427.43<br /><br />
Total income: 27775.10<br /><br />
Net change: 2139.64<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Savings account<br /><br />
Initial balance: 2376.83<br /><br />
Ending balance: 2603.56<br /><br />
Net change: 226.73<br /><br />
<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Monthly Expenses<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Rent: 1360.75<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /><br />
Freshbooks: 20<br /><br />
Gas*: 40<br /><br />
Garbage: 48<br /><br />
Insurance: 73<br /><br />
Internet: 70<br /><br />
Water*: 50<br /><br />
Total: 1861.75<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 46.5<br /><br />
<br /><br />
* started paying in October<nowiki><br />
</nowiki><br /><br />
<br /><br />
Financial Postamble<br /><br />
<br /><br />
2019 Expected Expenses<br /><br />
Rent: 1594.08 - Starting February<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /> <br />
Freshbooks: 32.5 ???<br /><br />
Gas: 40 <br /><br />
Garbage: 48 <br /><br />
Insurance: 73 <br /><br />
Internet: 70 <br /><br />
Water: 50 <br /><br />
Total: 2107.58 <br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 52.6895 <br /><br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
** Blender<br />
** Needle felting (attempted)<br />
** Soldering (x2)<br />
** Laser cutting and engraving<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Micropython and IoT<br />
** Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
** Welding Day<br />
** Machining (x2)<br />
** Makevention onsite workshops:<br />
*** Lockpicking<br />
*** Soldering<br />
** Needle felting (actual)<br />
** #badgelife (with special guest hosts mzbat and 'Frank the Tank')<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Break for Lunch ==<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex, Jimmy<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* [[2019 bylaw change proposals]] - broken out to a separate page to keep discussion clearer<br />
* The Space!<br />
** How happy are we? Do we want to talk with Mark now about a long-term lease?<br />
** How much do we need the kitchen?<br />
* Members!<br />
** Better onboarding needed, but how?<br />
** Better access to spaces, ''but how''? /s<br />
** Member photo wall<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
*** Alternatives matrix<br />
*** How do you pronounce "Apricot"?<br />
** Actually getting other systems off Dosman's Linode instance<br />
* Security infrastructure<br />
** Additional RFID equipment<br />
** New door?<br />
** Cameras<br />
** Reflective film for glass doors<br />
* Cleanliness and excellence<br />
** "Is this the best use of this space?"<br />
** "What if someone parked their stuff in space I wanted to work in?"<br />
** "What if someone put a parking sticker on my project?"<br />
** "<br />
* Other space needs<br />
** Fume hood exhaust hole<br />
** Enhance dust collection w/filter & cyclone/baffle<br />
** Good shop-vac to replace Gavin's<br />
** ??<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
** Machine knitting (already on the schedule)<br />
** Laser cutting<br />
** Soldering<br />
** Book binding<br />
** Sustainabarrels?<br />
** Welding?<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Fun with LEDs<br />
** Needle felting<br />
** How not to be on fire/Avoiding being called "Stumpy" (workshop safety)<br />
** Resin casting<br />
** Recording your work (photo/video)?<br />
** Tool overview?<br />
*** Do we want to upgrade our laser? (90W, 120W, etc)<br />
*** Do we want to fundraise for a new big tool? (CNC table router, Wazer/water jet, CNC metal mill, etc)<br />
*** Still intend to sell 3rd lathe which can help raise funds (dosman)<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
** Open houses<br />
** Rummage sales<br />
** DANGER DAYS!<br />
** Show and Yell<br />
** FIY days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Recycling runs (req. commandeering a truck)<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Junk teardown<br />
** Repair<br />
* We have a wind turbine generator in storage at dosmans that belongs to the space<br />
** And two power inverters in the electronics room for battery charging<br />
** And a large solar cell in the members room which Will left behind<br />
* Laboratory fume hood vent hookup<br />
* Makevention<br />
** Volunteers vs Exhibitors<br />
** Bloominglabs booth<br />
*** Dedicated runner who is not the booth organizer<br />
*** Members who have booths should not double-dip on Bloominglabs vending space<br />
** Committee members? JOIN US!<br />
* Anything else?<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-02-17T15:36:41Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
== Annual Meeting Preface ==<br />
* Welcome, new members since last annual meeting!<br />
* What is Consensus? - no STRONG opposition to a decision, doesn't mean everybody has to be 100% on board.<br />
* What is membership, and how does that happen?<br />
* What are donuts, and how do they magically appear?<br />
<br />
== Members Attending ==<br />
Dan H.<br />
Steve C.<br />
Laura H.<br />
Alex V.<br />
Pete K.<br />
Rebecca<br />
Kevin M. <br />
Tobias<br />
Heath R.<br />
Jenett T.<br />
Matt<br />
dosman<br />
Jimmy L.<br />
Sarah W-D. <br />
<br />
Gavin W. (via Google Hangout)<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
Electric: 1924.26 <br /><br />
Freshbooks: 139.65<br /><br />
Garbage: 677.04<br /><br />
Gas*: 109.19<br /><br />
Insurance: 871.25<br /><br />
Internet: 897<br /><br />
Makevention: 277.66<br /><br />
Lowes/Menards: 1619.05<br /><br />
Metal Shop: 2363.91<br /><br />
Misc: 292.43<br /><br />
Parade: 41.78<br /><br />
Rent: 14968.25<br /><br />
Rent Deposit: 1000<br /><br />
Water*: 88.96<br /><br />
Government filings: 22<br /><br />
Workshop expenses: 135<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Total expenses: 25427.43<br /><br />
Total income: 27775.10<br /><br />
Net change: 2139.64<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Savings account<br /><br />
Initial balance: 2376.83<br /><br />
Ending balance: 2603.56<br /><br />
Net change: 226.73<br /><br />
<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Monthly Expenses<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Rent: 1360.75<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /><br />
Freshbooks: 20<br /><br />
Gas*: 40<br /><br />
Garbage: 48<br /><br />
Insurance: 73<br /><br />
Internet: 70<br /><br />
Water*: 50<br /><br />
Total: 1861.75<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 46.5<br /><br />
<br /><br />
* started paying in October<nowiki><br />
</nowiki><br /><br />
<br /><br />
Financial Postamble<br /><br />
<br /><br />
2019 Expected Expenses<br /><br />
Rent: 1594.08 - Starting February<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /> <br />
Freshbooks: 32.5 ???<br /><br />
Gas: 40 <br /><br />
Garbage: 48 <br /><br />
Insurance: 73 <br /><br />
Internet: 70 <br /><br />
Water: 50 <br /><br />
Total: 2107.58 <br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 52.6895 <br /><br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
** Blender<br />
** Needle felting (attempted)<br />
** Soldering (x2)<br />
** Laser cutting and engraving<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Micropython and IoT<br />
** Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
** Welding Day<br />
** Machining (x2)<br />
** Makevention onsite workshops:<br />
*** Lockpicking<br />
*** Soldering<br />
** Needle felting (actual)<br />
** #badgelife (with special guest hosts mzbat and 'Frank the Tank')<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Break for Lunch ==<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex, Jimmy<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* [[2019 bylaw change proposals]] - broken out to a separate page to keep discussion clearer<br />
* The Space!<br />
** How happy are we? Do we want to talk with Mark now about a long-term lease?<br />
** How much do we need the kitchen?<br />
* Members!<br />
** Better onboarding needed, but how?<br />
** Better access to spaces, ''but how''? /s<br />
** Member photo wall<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
*** Alternatives matrix<br />
*** How do you pronounce "Apricot"?<br />
** Actually getting other systems off Dosman's Linode instance<br />
* Security infrastructure<br />
** Additional RFID equipment<br />
** New door?<br />
** Cameras<br />
** Reflective film for glass doors<br />
* Cleanliness and excellence<br />
** "Is this the best use of this space?"<br />
** "What if someone parked their stuff in space I wanted to work in?"<br />
** "What if someone put a parking sticker on my project?"<br />
** "<br />
* Other space needs<br />
** Fume hood exhaust hole<br />
** Enhance dust collection w/filter & cyclone/baffle<br />
** Good shop-vac to replace Gavin's<br />
** ??<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
** Machine knitting (already on the schedule)<br />
** Laser cutting<br />
** Soldering<br />
** Book binding<br />
** Sustainabarrels?<br />
** Welding?<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Fun with LEDs<br />
** Needle felting<br />
** How not to be on fire/Avoiding being called "Stumpy" (workshop safety)<br />
** Resin casting<br />
** Recording your work (photo/video)?<br />
** Tool overview?<br />
*** Do we want to upgrade our laser? (90W, 120W, etc)<br />
*** Do we want to fundraise for a new big tool? (CNC table router, Wazer/water jet, CNC metal mill, etc)<br />
*** Still intend to sell 3rd lathe which can help raise funds (dosman)<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
** Open houses<br />
** Rummage sales<br />
** DANGER DAYS!<br />
** Show and Yell<br />
** FIY days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Recycling runs (req. commandeering a truck)<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Junk teardown<br />
** Repair<br />
* We have a wind turbine generator in storage at dosmans that belongs to the space<br />
** And two power inverters in the electronics room for battery charging<br />
** And a large solar cell in the members room which Will left behind<br />
* Laboratory fume hood vent hookup<br />
* Makevention<br />
** Volunteers vs Exhibitors<br />
** Bloominglabs booth<br />
*** Dedicated runner who is not the booth organizer<br />
*** Members who have booths should not double-dip on Bloominglabs vending space<br />
** Committee members? JOIN US!<br />
* Anything else?<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-02-17T15:34:42Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Annual Meeting Preface */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
== Annual Meeting Preface ==<br />
* Welcome, new members since last annual meeting!<br />
* What is Consensus? - no STRONG opposition to a decision, doesn't mean everybody has to be 100% on board.<br />
* What is membership, and how does that happen?<br />
* What are donuts, and how do they magically appear?<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
Electric: 1924.26 <br /><br />
Freshbooks: 139.65<br /><br />
Garbage: 677.04<br /><br />
Gas*: 109.19<br /><br />
Insurance: 871.25<br /><br />
Internet: 897<br /><br />
Makevention: 277.66<br /><br />
Lowes/Menards: 1619.05<br /><br />
Metal Shop: 2363.91<br /><br />
Misc: 292.43<br /><br />
Parade: 41.78<br /><br />
Rent: 14968.25<br /><br />
Rent Deposit: 1000<br /><br />
Water*: 88.96<br /><br />
Government filings: 22<br /><br />
Workshop expenses: 135<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Total expenses: 25427.43<br /><br />
Total income: 27775.10<br /><br />
Net change: 2139.64<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Savings account<br /><br />
Initial balance: 2376.83<br /><br />
Ending balance: 2603.56<br /><br />
Net change: 226.73<br /><br />
<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Monthly Expenses<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Rent: 1360.75<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /><br />
Freshbooks: 20<br /><br />
Gas*: 40<br /><br />
Garbage: 48<br /><br />
Insurance: 73<br /><br />
Internet: 70<br /><br />
Water*: 50<br /><br />
Total: 1861.75<br /><br />
<br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 46.5<br /><br />
<br /><br />
* started paying in October<nowiki><br />
</nowiki><br /><br />
<br /><br />
Financial Postamble<br /><br />
<br /><br />
2019 Expected Expenses<br /><br />
Rent: 1594.08 - Starting February<br /><br />
Electric: 200<br /> <br />
Freshbooks: 32.5 ???<br /><br />
Gas: 40 <br /><br />
Garbage: 48 <br /><br />
Insurance: 73 <br /><br />
Internet: 70 <br /><br />
Water: 50 <br /><br />
Total: 2107.58 <br /><br />
Full member rate / month: 52.6895 <br /><br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
** Blender<br />
** Needle felting (attempted)<br />
** Soldering (x2)<br />
** Laser cutting and engraving<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Micropython and IoT<br />
** Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
** Welding Day<br />
** Machining (x2)<br />
** Makevention onsite workshops:<br />
*** Lockpicking<br />
*** Soldering<br />
** Needle felting (actual)<br />
** #badgelife (with special guest hosts mzbat and 'Frank the Tank')<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Break for Lunch ==<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex, Jimmy<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* [[2019 bylaw change proposals]] - broken out to a separate page to keep discussion clearer<br />
* The Space!<br />
** How happy are we? Do we want to talk with Mark now about a long-term lease?<br />
** How much do we need the kitchen?<br />
* Members!<br />
** Better onboarding needed, but how?<br />
** Better access to spaces, ''but how''? /s<br />
** Member photo wall<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
*** Alternatives matrix<br />
*** How do you pronounce "Apricot"?<br />
** Actually getting other systems off Dosman's Linode instance<br />
* Security infrastructure<br />
** Additional RFID equipment<br />
** New door?<br />
** Cameras<br />
** Reflective film for glass doors<br />
* Cleanliness and excellence<br />
** "Is this the best use of this space?"<br />
** "What if someone parked their stuff in space I wanted to work in?"<br />
** "What if someone put a parking sticker on my project?"<br />
** "<br />
* Other space needs<br />
** Fume hood exhaust hole<br />
** Enhance dust collection w/filter & cyclone/baffle<br />
** Good shop-vac to replace Gavin's<br />
** ??<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
** Machine knitting (already on the schedule)<br />
** Laser cutting<br />
** Soldering<br />
** Book binding<br />
** Sustainabarrels?<br />
** Welding?<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Fun with LEDs<br />
** Needle felting<br />
** How not to be on fire/Avoiding being called "Stumpy" (workshop safety)<br />
** Resin casting<br />
** Recording your work (photo/video)?<br />
** Tool overview?<br />
*** Do we want to upgrade our laser? (90W, 120W, etc)<br />
*** Do we want to fundraise for a new big tool? (CNC table router, Wazer/water jet, CNC metal mill, etc)<br />
*** Still intend to sell 3rd lathe which can help raise funds (dosman)<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
** Open houses<br />
** Rummage sales<br />
** DANGER DAYS!<br />
** Show and Yell<br />
** FIY days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Recycling runs (req. commandeering a truck)<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Junk teardown<br />
** Repair<br />
* We have a wind turbine generator in storage at dosmans that belongs to the space<br />
** And two power inverters in the electronics room for battery charging<br />
** And a large solar cell in the members room which Will left behind<br />
* Laboratory fume hood vent hookup<br />
* Makevention<br />
** Volunteers vs Exhibitors<br />
** Bloominglabs booth<br />
*** Dedicated runner who is not the booth organizer<br />
*** Members who have booths should not double-dip on Bloominglabs vending space<br />
** Committee members? JOIN US!<br />
* Anything else?<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-01-23T19:23:01Z<p>Sdcharle: /* 2018 year in review */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Micropython and IoT<br />
** Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
** #badgelife (with special guest hosts mzbat and 'Frank the Tank'<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
** Alternatives matrix<br />
* Member photo wall<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Repair<br />
* Anything else?<br />
<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-01-23T17:18:50Z<p>Sdcharle: /* 2018 year in review */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
** Arduino<br />
** Micropython and IoT<br />
** Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
** #badgelife<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
** Alternatives matrix<br />
* Member photo wall<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Repair<br />
* Anything else?<br />
<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-01-23T17:18:17Z<p>Sdcharle: /* 2018 year in review */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
Arduino<br />
Micropython and IoT<br />
Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
badgelife<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
** Alternatives matrix<br />
* Member photo wall<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Repair<br />
* Anything else?<br />
<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/2019_Yearly_Meeting2019 Yearly Meeting2019-01-23T17:17:57Z<p>Sdcharle: /* 2018 year in review */</p>
<hr />
<div><!--[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes|Notes from the meeting]]--><br />
<br />
= Boominglabs 2019 Yearly Meeting Agenda =<br />
<br />
== Financial Preamble ==<br />
<br />
== 2018 year in review ==<br />
* Member survey results<br />
* Member exit survey results<br />
** Need to send out exit surveys to members who left<br />
* Who have we collaborated with?<br />
** Community Foundation (STEM Lunches)<br />
** MCPL<br />
** Wonderlab<br />
* What workshops did we have?<br />
Arduino<br />
Micropython and IoT<br />
Build an IoT Switch (Jay Sissom)<br />
#badgelife<br />
<br />
* Makevention<br />
** 2018 (Year 6!) - how did it go?<br />
***Financial Report<br />
** 2019<br />
* Trebuchet.<br />
* Fundraising, donations, and attempts<br />
* The Move Pt2: The Move In<br />
** Remodeling<br />
** Space definition<br />
** Continuing work<br />
<br />
== Officer elections ==<br />
* Prospective Nominees:<br />
** President: LaserDan<br />
** Treasurer: Heath<br />
** Secretary: Sarah<br />
** At-large: Laura, Pete, Alex<br />
<br />
== 2019 Pressing issues, goals, and things to discuss ==<br />
* Software infrastructure<br />
** FreshBooks price increase<br />
** Alternatives matrix<br />
* Member photo wall<br />
* Membership goals<br />
* Workshops, Workshops, Workshops!<br />
* Non-workshop event days<br />
* Space workdays<br />
** Cleaning<br />
** Maintenance<br />
** Repair<br />
* Anything else?<br />
<br />
[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2019-01-08T01:19:59Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Current Events (PastEvents) */</p>
<hr />
<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm, and '''for a trial period, Saturdays from 1pm until 5pm,''' and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* We have a public [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] too.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+], and [https://www.instagram.com/bloominglabs/ Instagram].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
<br />
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Also, we have an [http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1572418 Amazon Smile Account For Bloominglabs].<br />
If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Saturdays from 1pm until 5pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
== Workshops ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Parents must come inside to fill out a minor liability waiver for children under 18 (unless previously filled out). Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
<br />
<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<br />
<br />
== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2018-07-08T21:30:40Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Spring and Summer Workshops! */</p>
<hr />
<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
<br />
<html><br />
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<br />
Also, we have an [http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1572418 Amazon Smile Account For Bloominglabs].<br />
If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
== Spring and Summer Workshops! ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Parents must come inside to fill out a minor liability waiver for children under 18 (unless previously filled out). Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
<!--<br />
* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required. For members, cost is $15.<br />
** You need to bring your own laptop, preferably with Arduino software installed: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software <br />
** No programming experience needed (but it's always nice) - this is introductory level.<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
--><br />
<br />
<br />
* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 17th and 24th, 6:30-8:30pm<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Limited to 6 seats, pre-reg required (send email to contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.).<br />
** Topics include MicroPython fundamentals, logging data to a service and responding to that data, and standing up a web server on a $15 microcontroller and controlling devices via the web.<br />
** ESP32 Modules will be available for purchase at cost, but this is optional - we'll provide them for the class.<br />
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* '''Learn to Solder'''<br />
** July 30th<br />
** Come learn to solder! No prior experience necessary. You will assemble a fun working electronic circuit. <br />
** Cost is $20 per person, class runs from 7-9pm.<br />
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<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<br />
== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2018-07-08T21:29:47Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Spring and Summer Workshops! */</p>
<hr />
<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
<br />
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If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
== Spring and Summer Workshops! ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Parents must come inside to fill out a minor liability waiver for children under 18 (unless previously filled out). Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
<!--<br />
* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required. For members, cost is $15.<br />
** You need to bring your own laptop, preferably with Arduino software installed: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software <br />
** No programming experience needed (but it's always nice) - this is introductory level.<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
--><br />
<br />
<br />
* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 17th and 24th, 6:30-8:30pm<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Limited to 6 seats, pre-reg required (send email to contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.).<br />
** Topics include MicroPython fundamentals, logging data to a service and responding to that data, and standing up a web server on a $15 microcontroller and controlling devices via the web.<br />
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* '''Learn to Solder'''<br />
** July 30th<br />
** Come learn to solder! No prior experience necessary. You will assemble a fun working electronic circuit. <br />
** Cost is $20 per person, class runs from 7-9pm.<br />
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<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<br />
== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2018-07-07T16:35:12Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
<br />
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Also, we have an [http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1572418 Amazon Smile Account For Bloominglabs].<br />
If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
== Spring and Summer Workshops! ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Parents must come inside to fill out a minor liability waiver for children under 18 (unless previously filled out). Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
<!--<br />
* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required. For members, cost is $15.<br />
** You need to bring your own laptop, preferably with Arduino software installed: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software <br />
** No programming experience needed (but it's always nice) - this is introductory level.<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
--><br />
<br />
<br />
* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 10th and 17th, 6:30-8:30pm<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Limited to 6 seats, pre-reg required (send email to contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.).<br />
** Topics include MicroPython fundamentals, logging data to a service and responding to that data, and standing up a web server on a $15 microcontroller and controlling devices via the web.<br />
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* '''Learn to Solder'''<br />
** July 30th<br />
** Come learn to solder! No prior experience necessary. You will assemble a fun working electronic circuit. <br />
** Cost is $20 per person, class runs from 7-9pm.<br />
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<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<br />
== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2018-06-24T19:56:17Z<p>Sdcharle: /* Spring and Summer Workshops! */</p>
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<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
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Also, we have an [http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1572418 Amazon Smile Account For Bloominglabs].<br />
If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
== Spring and Summer Workshops! ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
<!--<br />
* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required. For members, cost is $15.<br />
** You need to bring your own laptop, preferably with Arduino software installed: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software <br />
** No programming experience needed (but it's always nice) - this is introductory level.<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
--><br />
<br />
<br />
* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 10th and 17th, 6:30-8:30pm<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Pre-reg required (send email to contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.).<br />
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* '''Learn to Solder'''<br />
** July 30th<br />
** Come learn to solder! No prior experience necessary. You will assemble a fun working electronic circuit. <br />
** Cost is $20 per person, class runs from 7-9pm.<br />
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<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<br />
== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2018-06-23T00:40:47Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
<br />
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Also, we have an [http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1572418 Amazon Smile Account For Bloominglabs].<br />
If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
== Spring and Summer Workshops! ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
<br />
* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required. For members, cost is $15.<br />
** You need to bring your own laptop, preferably with Arduino software installed: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software <br />
** No programming experience needed (but it's always nice) - this is introductory level.<br />
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* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 10th and 17th<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Cost $50, $30 for members, pre-reg required (send email to contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.).<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''Learn to Solder'''<br />
** Two opportunities: July 30th<br />
** Come learn to solder! No prior experience necessary. You will assemble a fun working electronic circuit. <br />
** Cost is $20 per person, class runs from 7-9pm.<br />
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<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<br />
== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2018-06-23T00:29:36Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
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Also, we have an [http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1572418 Amazon Smile Account For Bloominglabs].<br />
If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
== Spring and Summer Workshops! ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
<br />
* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required. For members, cost is $15.<br />
** You need to bring your own laptop, preferably with Arduino software installed: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software <br />
** No programming experience needed (but it's always nice) - this is introductory level.<br />
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* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 10th and 17th<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Cost $50, $30 for members, pre-reg required (send email to contact@bloominglabs.org).<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''Learn to Solder'''<br />
** Two opportunities: July 30th<br />
** Come learn to solder! No prior experience necessary. You will assemble a fun working electronic circuit. <br />
** Cost is $20 per person, class runs from 7-9pm.<br />
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<br />
----<br />
<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<br />
== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2018-06-23T00:29:10Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
<hr />
<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
<br />
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Also, we have an [http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1572418 Amazon Smile Account For Bloominglabs].<br />
If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
<br />
=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
<br />
----<br />
<br />
== Spring and Summer Workshops! ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
<br />
* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required. For members, cost is $15.<br />
** You need to bring your own laptop, preferably with Arduino software installed: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software <br />
** No programming experience needed (but it's always nice) - this is introductory level.<br />
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<br />
* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 10th and 17th<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Cost $50, $30 for members, pre-reg required (send email to contact@bloominglabs.org).<br />
<br />
* '''Learn to Solder'''<br />
** Two opportunities: July 30th<br />
** Come learn to solder! No prior experience necessary. You will assemble a fun working electronic circuit. <br />
** Cost is $20 per person, class runs from 7-9pm.<br />
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<br />
== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
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<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
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== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
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== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
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=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
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** April 21 and 28th<br />
** 11am-3pm (formal "class" time), 3pm-5pm (project help provided)<br />
** Come learn to use our laser cutter to make cool stuff with wood and acrylic!<br />
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* '''Machining Fundamentals'''<br />
** April<br />
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* '''Retr0bright Day'''<br />
** May 5th, 10-3pm<br />
** Do you have an old computer or electronic device from a by-gone era? Has the non-painted plastic case faded from its once beautiful white/grey color to a nasty shade of yellow? Come rejuvenate your device at Retr0bright day! What is Retr0bright you might ask? It’s a simple formula made from common household chemicals which when combined with exposure to UV light will remove the nasty faded stain from old plastics to make them look brand new again!<br />
** We’ll assist you with the Retr0bright process. You must be prepared to disassemble your own devices as the plastic covers must be removed. We can provide assistance with disassembly, and we will provide the Retr0bright. The process does require several hours of direct exposure to UV light, if direct sunlight does not favor us we will provide an artificial source while you wait with us. Afterwords the solution is washed off to reveal fresh looking plastic once again. <br />
** Cost is $10 per person, bring as many devices as you can work on.<br />
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* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required. For members, cost is $15.<br />
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* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
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* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 10th and 17th<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Cost TBD, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon!<br />
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== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
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== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
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== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
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<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
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<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
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== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
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== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
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<div>== Welcome ==<br />
Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's Hackerspace. For members, this document is here to help you integrate into our group as easily as possible. For non-members, you can see if becoming a member is something you might be interested in.<br />
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== Becoming a Member ==<br />
We want to make sure you can get the most from your experience with Bloominglabs. If you are interested in becoming a member we ask that you attend 3 meetings or workshops and get to know everyone first. Let someone know of your intent to join and we'll mark you down. Once you've been to three public events we'll have you fill out a [[Media:BloominglabsMembershipForm.pdf|membership form]] and pay the first months dues. That's it! We always welcome new people and even if you don't wish to join you are welcome to hang out at the public meetings each week.<br />
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== Your Role (as a Member) ==<br />
* Come to open meetings on Wednesdays and get to know your fellow members<br />
* Come to a workshop and learn something new<br />
* Build something awesome<br />
* Ask Questions!<br />
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=== Membership Perks ===<br />
* An RFID fob for 24x7 access to the Bloominglabs Space<br />
* Access to tools and supplies at Bloominglabs<br />
* Free or reduced cost for all Bloominglabs workshops (excluding materials fees)<br />
* Member storage area to keep projects safe while not working on them<br />
* Access to Bloominglabs servers for projects<br />
* Access to group buys on tools and supplies<br />
* A good feeling for supporting a good cause :-)<br />
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== Facility Operations ==<br />
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=== Hours of Operation ===<br />
The Bloominglabs Space is accessible to members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. <br />
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Wednesdays are our public meetings from 7pm until 10pm and the space can get rather busy.<br />
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=== Liability Waiver ===<br />
YOU NEED TO SIGN ONE BEFORE YOU ENTER THE SPACE! They are conveniently located in the hanging file next to the door to our room.<br />
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[[Image:RELEASE_AND_WAIVER_OF_LIABILITY.pdf]]<br />
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=== Safety Third ===<br />
When filling out your membership application you will be required to fill out a liability waiver (if one is not already on file) as well as be shown the location of all building exits, fire extinguishers, and the first aid kit. It is your job to watch out for your own safety.<br />
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YOU NEED TO BE QUALIFIED BEFORE YOU CAN USE ANY POWERTOOLS! You must talk to the Bloominglabs safety zsar or a qualified qualifier and take a brief safety course before you are allowed to use any power tool. Usually this is a fast process that only takes a moment of your time, and you can be qualified on multiple tools in one sitting.<br />
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== Workshops ==<br />
Members get free or reduced cost access to public workshops and supplies. Don't see a workshop on the calendar that interests you? Ask around and see if anyone else shares your interests, you might be the last straw which makes a workshop happen. <br />
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=== Interested in Teaching? ===<br />
# Read this page: [[Hosting workshops]]<br />
# Pick a topic<br />
# Guage interest from the membership<br />
# Pick a date (non-meeting date)<br />
# Talk to a Board member to get your event advertised and put on the calendar<br />
# DO IT!<br />
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== Facility Resources ==<br />
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=== Physical Resources ===<br />
[[:Category:The Space]]<br />
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=== Our Online Resources ===<br />
See the [[New Members]] page for the latest online resource list.<br />
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== Intellectual Property ==<br />
Bloominglabs makes no claim to any intellectual property created by Bloominglabs members or created using Bloominglabs resources or facilities. Members are encouraged, but not required, to make freely available under an open source license approved by Open Source Initiative (OSI) or a Creative Commons (CC) license, any documentation, schematics, plans, and/or source code created using Bloominglabs resources or facilities. Any member working on a project that is NOT licensed under an OSI approved or CC license must inform collaborating members of the project's licensing terms BEFORE collaborating.<br />
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<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
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Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
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=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
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== Spring and Summer Workshops! ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
<br />
* '''[[Blender Class | Blender 3D Modeling and Animation]]'''<br />
** Nine weeks, April 3rd - May 29th<br />
** Learn essential 3D modeling skills in Blender 2 hours every week. Applicable for 3D animation, model making for 3D printing, and more.<br />
** The cost is $150 per attendee, class runs from 7-9pm each week.<br />
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* '''Sustainabarrels!'''<br />
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* '''Needle Felting'''<br />
** April 7th, 7-9pm<br />
** Learn needle felting with this 2 hour workshop. Cost is $20 per person.<br />
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* '''Learn to Solder'''<br />
** April 20th and July 30th<br />
** Come learn to solder! No prior experience necessary. You will assemble a fun working electronic circuit. <br />
** Cost is $20 per person, class runs from 7-9pm.<br />
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* '''Learn to Laser Cut'''<br />
** April 21 and 28th<br />
** Come learn to use our laser cutter to make cool stuff with wood and acrylic.!<br />
** Cost is $40 per person, plus $25 for materials. <br />
** Bring your own laptop with [https://inkscape.org/en/ Inkscape] installed.<br />
** Pre-reg required.<br />
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* '''Machining Fundamentals'''<br />
** April<br />
** Our appologies, this class is already full. If you are interested in future machining classes please email us at contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
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* '''Retr0bright Day'''<br />
** May 5th, 10-3pm<br />
** Do you have an old computer or electronic device from a by-gone era? Has the non-painted plastic case faded from its once beautiful white/grey color to a nasty shade of yellow? Come rejuvenate your device at Retr0bright day! What is Retr0bright you might ask? It’s a simple formula made from common household chemicals which when combined with exposure to UV light will remove the nasty faded stain from old plastics to make them look brand new again!<br />
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** Cost is $10 per person, bring as many devices as you can work on.<br />
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* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required.<br />
** You need to bring your own laptop, preferably with Arduino software installed: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software <br />
** No programming experience needed (but it's always nice) - this is introductory level.<br />
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* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
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* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 10th and 17th<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Cost TBD, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon!<br />
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== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
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== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
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== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
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<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
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<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
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== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2018-03-29T02:09:57Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
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<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
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== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
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=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
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== Spring and Summer Workshops! ==<br />
<br />
All workshops are for age 12 and older unless otherwise specified. Some workshops have limited seats available, see descriptions for details. <br />
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* '''[[Blender Class | Blender 3D Modeling and Animation]]'''<br />
** Nine weeks, April 3rd - May 29th<br />
** Learn essential 3D modeling skills in Blender 2 hours every week. Applicable for 3D animation, model making for 3D printing, and more.<br />
** The cost is $150 per attendee, class runs from 7-9pm each week.<br />
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* '''Sustainabarrels!'''<br />
** Any of these dates: April 14, 21, and 28, 11am-3pm<br />
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** Cost is $40 (includes 1 barrel), 8 students max, pre-reg required.<br />
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* '''Needle Felting'''<br />
** April 7th, 7-9pm<br />
** Learn needle felting with this 2 hour workshop. Cost is $20 per person.<br />
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* '''Learn to Solder'''<br />
** April 20th and July 30th<br />
** Come learn to solder! No prior experience necessary. You will assemble a fun working electronic circuit. <br />
** Cost is $20 per person, class runs from 7-9pm.<br />
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* '''Learn to Laser Cut'''<br />
** April 21 and 28th<br />
** Come learn to use our laser cutter to make cool stuff with wood and acrylic.!<br />
** Cost is $40 per person, plus $25 for materials. <br />
** Bring your own laptop with [https://inkscape.org/en/ Inkscape] installed.<br />
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* '''Machining Fundamentals'''<br />
** April<br />
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<br />
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* '''Retr0bright Day'''<br />
** May 5th, 10-3pm<br />
** Do you have an old computer or electronic device from a by-gone era? Has the non-painted plastic case faded from its once beautiful white/grey color to a nasty shade of yellow? Come rejuvenate your device at Retr0bright day! What is Retr0bright you might ask? It’s a simple formula made from common household chemicals which when combined with exposure to UV light will remove the nasty faded stain from old plastics to make them look brand new again!<br />
** We’ll assist you with the Retr0bright process. You must be prepared to disassemble your own devices as the plastic covers must be removed. We can provide assistance with disassembly, and we will provide the Retr0bright. The process does require several hours of direct exposure to UV light, if direct sunlight does not favor us we will provide an artificial source while you wait with us. Afterwords the solution is washed off to reveal fresh looking plastic once again. <br />
** Cost is $10 per person, bring as many devices as you can work on.<br />
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* '''Arduinos and Sensors!''' This pairs with the MicroPython class<br />
** June 16th, 1-4pm<br />
** This workshop focuses on sensors and making things using Arduino microcontrollers. Cost is $25, pre-reg required.<br />
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* '''Welding Day'''<br />
** June 23rd<br />
** This is a beginners workshop, come learn MIG, TIG, Arc, and torch welding, and use a plasma cutter in this half-day workshop. <br />
** Price is $120 for the public, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon! In the mean time, you can let us know about your interest by sending mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org. Thanks!<br />
<br />
<br />
* '''MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers'''<br />
** July 10th and 17th<br />
** Come learn how to run Python on a microcontroller! Cost TBD, pre-reg required.<br />
** Seats for this workshop are locked until we get further along with logistics. We will make an announcement soon!<br />
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== Current Initiatives ==<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1840 S. Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://www.clubcyberia.org/ Cyberia (Indianapolis, Indiana!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, Ohio)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago, Illinois)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode (Dayton, Ohio)] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit (Detroit, Michigan)]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, Kentucky)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<br />
== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2018-01-01T19:42:02Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
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<div><big>'''Welcome to Bloominglabs, Bloomington's very own hackerspace!'''</big><br />
<br />
<big>''A space for sharing tools and knowledge to make stuff''</big><br />
<br />
Bloominglabs is Indiana's first hackerspace (also known as a makerspace). We are a group of group of people who have rented a shared workshop where we can build projects both collectively and individually. Our space is located at 1840 S. Walnut Street, we are currently moving in from our old location at 1609 S. Rogers Street, Building 4. We are open to the public on Wednesday evenings from 7pm until 10pm and are family friendly.<br />
<br />
'''Our next public night will be February the 7th, as we are currently moving.'''<br />
<br />
== Stay informed ==<br />
<br />
* Sign up to the [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce announcement mailing list] to keep up with our group.<br />
* <font color=red>New!</font> We have a [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss discuss mailing list] now.<br />
* Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Calendar of events]<br />
* Follow us on Twitter [[Image:Twitter_icon.png]] [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs], [[Image:Facebook icon.png]] [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook], and [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217?gpinv=AMIXal-2hdMvNciF3pyRl26BurSmDyi3qZS9iewT4Sdvpx9KYt3mUlam08ovoQiCUZ_TgOc9EXsRIEBjTNKH8tYT9G2hG6yhJ2J3LlgNC0em8Aca51_xPVM&cfem=1 Google+].<br />
* Checkout photos from past events on [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Flickr]<br />
* Our IRC server is at bloominglabs.org:6667, #hackerspace.<br />
* We can also be reached via old fashioned email at contact (]at[) bloominglabs dot o r g.<br />
* Send us email to get an invite to our [http://bloominglabs.slack.com/ Slack site].<br />
* Send mail to P.O. Box 2443, Bloomington, IN 47402<br />
<br />
== Support ==<br />
Bloominglabs Incorporated is a non-profit registered within in the state of Indiana and has 501(c)3 charitable status. Want to make a donation with PayPal? Please use this link:<br />
* (Note to members - this link should not be used for paying membership dues)<br />
<br />
<html><br />
<form action="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr" method="post" target="_top"><br />
<input type="hidden" name="cmd" value="_s-xclick"><br />
<input type="hidden" name="hosted_button_id" value="J7WBD5CUBZWVN"><br />
<input type="image" src="https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif" border="0" name="submit" alt="PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!"><br />
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Also, we have an [http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1572418 Amazon Smile Account For Bloominglabs].<br />
If you use that link to place an order on Amazon, we get a little cut. Thanks!<br />
<br />
Information for our members: this is how we process cash and hardware [[Donations]].<br />
<br />
== News ==<br />
<br />
=== Current Events ([[PastEvents]])===<br />
<br />
*'''Planning Our New Space'''<br />
** BloomingLabs will be moving to a new space before the end of the year. Come to the meetings and have your voice heard. Currently we have had 2 meetings and are working with the layout below.<br />
** See and comment on the Proposed layout here: [http://bloominglabs.org/images/0/02/Proposed-20SEP2017.pdf]<br />
<br />
*'''Public Hack Meetings!'''<br />
** Every Wednesday from 7pm until 10pm<br />
** Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
** All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
=== Current Initiatives ===<br />
*Space Improvements<br />
**Shed<br />
**Tool and workspace arrangement<br />
<br />
=== Fund Drives ===<br />
*Moving<br />
**Our lease is ending and we need to move. We have a fundraising campaign on GoFundMe here: [https://www.gofundme.com/bloominglabs-needs-a-new-space https://www.gofundme.com/bloominglabs-needs-a-new-space]<br />
<br />
== Membership ==<br />
We are accepting memberships! Please see the [[Membership Manual]] for details. If you are a new member please check out the [[New Members]] page as well.<br />
<br />
<br />
== [[Public meetings|Meetings]] ==<br />
Due to our move, public meetings are currently suspended until February the 7th, when we will resume our regular 7:00pm Wednesday night meetings at our new location, 1840 S. Walnut Street.<br />
<br />
Currently we meet every Wednesday at 7:00pm at 1609 S. Rogers Street Building 4, Bloomington, Indiana. These meetings are open to the public; anyone is welcome to attend. We usually meet for 2-3 hours and have a lot of fun. Having access to tools is only part of the equation, socializing with people and learning from each other is another large benefit from our group. Pretty much whatever people want to work on or learn is fair game. If it's cool and interesting then we are all interested.<br />
<br />
* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
== Who are we? ==<br />
We are a bunch of people that want to do interesting things and explore the world and technology around us. Expression of this interest takes at least as many forms as we have members, and often employs an amalgam of found and newly-constructed hardware and/or open-source and self-authored software components, but may be as simple as screwing some pieces of wood together to make a useful tool we don't have yet.<br />
<br />
Bloominglabs was forged from the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative and the former IU Robotics Club.<br />
<br />
* Read our [[Bylaws]] for a more formalized overview<br />
<br />
<br />
== What is a hackerspace? ==<br />
A hackerspace is a physical location where people can share resources for their own creative pursuits. It's also a resource where people can come in off the street and advance their own knowledge. In urban locations it can often be hard to find places to weld/build/make noise and keep projects on-going without having to tear down and put-up your work each evening. With a hacker space people can work on their projects and not worry about annoying their neighbors or spouses. The social aspect is also an incredibly important component. Having people to bounce ideas off of and discuss your projects with when you get stuck is a great thing.<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<br />
* [http://clubcyberia.org/index.php/Main_Page Cyberia (INDIANAPOLIS!)]<br />
* [http://castlemakers.org/ Castlemakers (Greencastle, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://www.shakmakerspace.com/ The SHAK (Kokomo, Indiana)]<br />
* [http://hive13.org Hive13 (Cincinnati, OH)]<br />
* [http://www.lvl1.org LVL1 (Louisville, Kentucky)]<br />
* <strike>[http://hackerspaces.org/wiki/Vault404 Vault404 (Louisville, Kentucky)]</strike><br />
* <strike>[http://collexion.net/ Collexion (Lexington, Kentucky)]</strike> All that remains is a [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!topic/collexion/3m5kRObHP-U discussion list].<br />
* [https://pumpingstationone.org/ Pumping Station: One (Chicago)] <br />
* [http://www.daytondiode.org/ Dayton Diode] <br />
* <strike>[http://wiki.detroitfacility.org/index.php/Main_Page Detroit Facility]</strike> Merged with i3 Detroit<br />
* [http://www.i3detroit.com/ i3 Detroit]<br />
* <strike>[http://makerspacegoshen.org/ Makerspace Goshen (Goshen, Indiana)]</strike><br />
* [https://www.kre8now.com/ Kre8now] (Lexington, KY)<br />
* [http://www.themakerhive.com/ The MakerHive] (Elkhart, Indiana)<br />
<br />
== Other Cool Groups in Bloomington ==<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.indiana.edu/~k9iu/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [http://www.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
* <s>[http://bfabs.wordpress.com/ Bloomington personal Fabrication Group (IU 3D Printing Club)]</s> (no longer meeting) - also a trac hosted <s>[http://bloominglabs.org/trac/pfab/ here]</s><br />
* [http://sustain.indiana.edu/programs/hoosier-to-hoosier/index.php The annual Hoosier to Hoosier event (resale trail)]<br />
* [http://www.discardia.org/ Discardia]<br />
* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
<br />
== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/MrTattoohead%27s_ProjectsMrTattoohead's Projects2017-04-22T17:59:41Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
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<div>Hey,<br />
<br />
This is my first time editing a wiki page. So if I butcher this then maybe someone can clue me in?<br />
<br />
About me: I like to eat, so I like to cook. I've done some stuff with technology in the past. I hope to one day own a bandoneon again and actually play it in public.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Completed==<br />
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*Making a mess. Many times over...<br />
<br />
<br />
.<br />
<br />
==On the Block==<br />
<br />
* Raffin Scale 20-Note Crank Organ<br />
<br />
<br />
==On the Back Burner==<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==In the Offing==<br />
<br />
* CNC Organ Roll Music Punching Machine <br />
<br />
<br />
==In the Dustbin==<br />
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MyTattoohead's membership</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/ApplesProjectsApplesProjects2017-04-22T17:51:35Z<p>Sdcharle: </p>
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== Java programming for Android.<br />
== [http://www.android-ide.com/ Aide] has become my IDE of choice rather than Android Studio mainly because of the convenience it offers being on my tablet. <br />
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Upgrade ham radio general class license to extra class. Currently call sign is KC9SXB<br />
<br />
Repair my first computer, IMSAI 8080 and get it on the interwebs : )<br />
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[http://navspark.mybigcommerce.com/| NavSpark GPS stuff]<br />
<br />
[http://www.navspark.com.tw/ NavSpark Forum]<br />
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[http://wiki.iteadstudio.com/Serial_Port_Bluetooth_Module_%28Master/Slave%29_:_HC-05 HC-05 Bluetooth module]<br />
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[http://wiki.iteadstudio.com/SERIAL_PORT_BLE_MODULE_%28MASTER/SLAVE%29:_HM-10 HM-10 Bluetooth Ble module]<br />
Succeeded in downloading an example UART app by [https://github.com/NordicSemiconductor/Android-nRF-UART nRF] , modifying just three UUID's, and it talks to my cheap ($2.45) fake HM-10 module.<br />
<br />
[https://github.com/applemuncy/Android-nRF-UART My Github fork] I just noticed that the original code was put up just 5 days ago : )<br />
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[https://www.nordicsemi.com/eng/Products/Bluetooth-Smart-Bluetooth-low-energy/nRF51822 nRF51822 Bluetooth Ble module]<br />
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[[Welder's_Lock]] <br />
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[[Category:Projects]]</div>Sdcharlehttp://www.bloominglabs.org/index.php/File:ArduinoDay2017Flyer.pdfFile:ArduinoDay2017Flyer.pdf2017-03-30T20:04:04Z<p>Sdcharle: Thanks to Lani for designing our 2017 Arduino Day flyer.</p>
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<div>Thanks to Lani for designing our 2017 Arduino Day flyer.</div>Sdcharle