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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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[[Public meetings|We are open to the public Wednesday evenings]] from 7pm until 10pm. Our open hours are family friendly.<br />
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== Upcoming Workshops ==<br />
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<h1>Solar Eclipse Lens Filter Making Workshop</h1><br />
<br>Saturday, March 24th, 2024 - 12pm to 4pm<br />
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Come make a solar viewing filter for your telescope, camera telephoto lens, DSLR, point-n-shoot camera, or binoculars! This is an all ages event! We provide all materials to make the solar filter, you must bring your own optical equipment so that the filter can be custom made to fit it. Space is limited so sign up early!!<br />
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Workshop will include a short presentation on solar eclipses, photos and experiences from the 2017 total eclipse, and experiments people can try out during next months total solar eclipse.<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 />
<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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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 />
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===[[Public meetings]]!===<br />
* Wednesdays from 7pm until 10pm<br />
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* 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 />
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''' Mondays -- 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM '''<br />
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* 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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''' Plant Tower Workshop '''<br />
''' Saturday June 25rd, 2022 -- 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM '''<br />
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* 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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Participants will build their own plant tower and compost tube from a recycled food grade barrel. 2 hour class. All materials provided.<br />
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''' Rain Barrel Workshop '''<br />
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* 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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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 />
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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 />
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* 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 />
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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 />
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* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
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== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<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.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2024-03-16T04:14:34Z<p>Dosman: </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 />
[[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 />
<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 />
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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 />
<br />
===[[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 />
<!--<br />
===Introduction to Parkour===<br />
''' Mondays -- 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM '''<br />
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* 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 />
<br />
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 />
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<h1>Solar Eclipse Lens Filter Making Workshop</h1><br />
<br>Saturday, March 24th, 2024 - 12pm to 4pm<br />
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Come make a solar viewing filter for your telescope, camera telephoto lens, DSLR, point-n-shoot camera, or binoculars! This is an all ages event! We provide all materials to make the solar filter, you must bring your own optical equipment so that the filter can be custom made to fit it. Space is limited so sign up early!!<br />
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Workshop will include a short presentation on solar eclipses, photos and experiences from the 2017 total eclipse, and experiments people can try out during next months total solar eclipse.<br />
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* 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 />
<br />
Participants will build their own plant tower and compost tube from a recycled food grade barrel. 2 hour class. All materials provided.<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 />
<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 />
* <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 />
<br />
--><br />
<br />
== [[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://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 />
<!--<br />
* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [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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* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/k9iuarc/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://73siara.org Southern Indiana Amateur Radio Association]<br />
* [https://iumakes.indiana.edu IU Makes]<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>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2024-03-12T16:50:33Z<p>Dosman: </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 />
[[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 often shop at Kroger, Kroger has a program to support local non-profit organizations. This program makes fundraising easy by donating to local organizations based on the shopping people do at Kroger. Steps for setting up Bloominglabs, or the NPO of your choice, are given here: <br />
<br />https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards<br />
<br />If you do choose Bloominglabs, every bit helps. Thank you!<br />
<!-- Also, we have an [http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1572418 Amazon Smile Account For Bloominglabs]. <br />
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<br />
Members, this is how we process cash and hardware donations: [[Donations]].<br />
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== 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 />
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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 />
<!--<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 />
<br />
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 />
<br />
''' Solar Eclipse Lens Filter Making Workshop'''<br />
<br>Saturday, March 24th, 2024 - 12pm to 4pm<br />
<br />
Come make a solar viewing filter for your telescope, camera telephoto lens, DSLR, point-n-shoot camera, or binoculars! This is an all ages event! We provide all materials to make the solar filter, you must bring your own optical equipment so that the filter can be custom made to fit it. Space is limited so sign up early!!<br />
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Workshop will include a short presentation on solar eclipses, photos and experiences from the 2017 total eclipse, and experiments people can try out during next months total solar eclipse.<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 />
<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 />
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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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<br />
'''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 />
* <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 />
<br />
--><br />
<br />
== [[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://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 />
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* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [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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* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/k9iuarc/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://73siara.org Southern Indiana Amateur Radio Association]<br />
* [https://iumakes.indiana.edu IU Makes]<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>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2024-03-12T10:07:21Z<p>Dosman: </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 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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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 [at] bloominglabs [dot] org <!-- bring all donations to Bloominglabs during our Public Hack Meetings (see above). !--><br />
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== Current & Upcoming Events ==<br />
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===[[Public meetings]]!===<br />
* Wednesdays from 7pm until 10pm<br />
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* 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 />
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===Introduction to Parkour===<br />
''' Mondays -- 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM '''<br />
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* 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 />
<br />
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 />
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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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* 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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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 />
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* 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 />
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== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<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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* [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 />
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* [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 />
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* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2024-03-12T06:06:31Z<p>Dosman: </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 />
[[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 />
<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 [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 />
<br />
===[[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 />
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<!--<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 />
<br />
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 />
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''' Solar Eclipse Lens Filter Making Workshop'''<br />
<br>Saturday, March 24th, 2024 - 12pm to 4pm<br />
<br />
Come make a solar viewing filter for your telescope, camera telephoto lens, DSLR, point-n-shoot camera, or binoculars! This is an all ages event! We provide all materials to make the solar filter, you must bring your own optical equipment so that the filter can be custom made to fit it. Space is limited so sign up early!!<br />
<br />
Workshop will include a short presentation on solar eclipses, photos and experiences from the 2017 total eclipse, and experiments people can try out during next months total solar eclipse.<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 />
<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 />
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Participants will build their own plant tower and compost tube from a recycled food grade barrel. 2 hour class. All materials provided.<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 />
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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 />
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* 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 />
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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 />
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* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
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== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<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 />
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* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [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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* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/k9iuarc/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://73siara.org Southern Indiana Amateur Radio Association]<br />
* [https://iumakes.indiana.edu IU Makes]<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>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2024_Yearly_Meeting2024 Yearly Meeting2024-02-25T04:35:10Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>Agenda and notes for the 2024 Yearly Meeting. This meeting is scheduled for February 24th, 2024.<br />
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== Meeting Agenda ==<br />
* Establish Quorum<br />
** Quorum requires at least 25% of our voting membership. Total voting members TBD. <br />
* Present 2023 Annual Report - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HkYlIcYCGK602bxkjwyx-LHS_Wt54BtKRajHD1UeM5A<br />
** Treasurers report (contained in the 2023 annual report - link TBD)<br />
** Verify annual report activities section accounts for all workshops/activities that took place in 2023<br />
* Vote on board positions<br />
** Propose and establish next board meeting date for 2024, and meeting frequency<br />
* Makevention status<br />
** First Makevention committee meeting of the year still due to happen, previous one was canceled due to scheduling conflicts<br />
* Bloominglabs value survey results<br />
* Status of water infiltration from metal shop<br />
* Establish a future meeting date for a workshop planning session <br />
** Pick a date in mid-late March to hold a public eclipse viewing filter making workshop - we provide the filter film, and help people make custom filters for telephoto lenses, telescopes, and binoculars that the public brings in<br />
** Rest of details to be determined outside of this meeting<br />
* Kevin & Comcast<br />
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== Board ==<br />
*Current Board 2023:<br />
** President - Ian<br />
** Treasurer - Apple<br />
** Secretary - Jimmy<br />
** At-Large #1 - Pealer<br />
** At-Large #2 - Rebeca<br />
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* New board voted in for 2024:<br />
** President - Calob<br />
** Treasurer - Jimmy<br />
** Secretary - Kyle<br />
** At-Large #1 - Nathan<br />
** At-Large #2 - Apple<br />
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[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2024_Yearly_Meeting2024 Yearly Meeting2024-02-24T20:16:01Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>Agenda and notes for the 2024 Yearly Meeting. This meeting is scheduled for February 24th, 2024.<br />
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== Meeting Agenda ==<br />
* Establish Quorum<br />
** Quorum requires at least 25% of our voting membership. Total voting members TBD. <br />
* Present 2023 Annual Report<br />
** Treasurers report (contained in the 2023 annual report - link TBD)<br />
** Verify annual report activities section accounts for all workshops/activities that took place in 2023<br />
* Vote on board positions<br />
** Propose and establish next board meeting date for 2024, and meeting frequency<br />
* Makevention status<br />
** First Makevention committee meeting of the year still due to happen, previous one was canceled due to scheduling conflicts<br />
* Bloominglabs value survey results<br />
* Status of water infiltration from metal shop<br />
* Establish a future meeting date for a workshop planning session <br />
** Pick a date in mid-late March to hold a public eclipse viewing filter making workshop - we provide the filter film, and help people make custom filters for telephoto lenses, telescopes, and binoculars that the public brings in<br />
** Rest of details to be determined outside of this meeting<br />
* Other business?<br />
* Kevin & Comcast<br />
*<br />
<br />
== Board ==<br />
*Current Board:<br />
** President - Ian<br />
** Treasurer - Apple<br />
** Secretary - Jimmy<br />
** At-Large #1 - Pealer<br />
** At-Large #2 - Rebeca<br />
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* New board after voting:<br />
** President - <br />
** Treasurer -<br />
** Secretary - <br />
** At-Large #1 - <br />
** At-Large #2 - <br />
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[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2024_Yearly_Meeting2024 Yearly Meeting2024-02-24T20:15:23Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>Agenda and notes for the 2024 Yearly Meeting. This meeting is scheduled for February 24th, 2024.<br />
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== Meeting Agenda ==<br />
* Establish Quorum<br />
** Quorum requires at least 25% of our voting membership. Total voting members TBD. <br />
* Present 2023 Annual Report<br />
** Treasurers report (contained in the 2023 annual report - link TBD)<br />
** Verify annual report activities section accounts for all workshops/activities that took place in 2023<br />
* Vote on board positions<br />
** Propose and establish next board meeting date for 2024, and meeting frequency<br />
* Makevention status<br />
** First Makevention committee meeting of the year still due to happen, previous one was canceled due to scheduling conflicts<br />
* Bloominglabs value survey results<br />
* Status of water infiltration from metal shop<br />
* Establish a future meeting date for a workshop planning session <br />
** Pick a date in mid-late March to hold a public eclipse viewing filter making workshop - we provide the filter film, and help people make custom filters for telephoto lenses, telescopes, and binoculars that the public brings in<br />
* Other business?<br />
* Kevin & Comcast<br />
*<br />
<br />
== Board ==<br />
*Current Board:<br />
** President - Ian<br />
** Treasurer - Apple<br />
** Secretary - Jimmy<br />
** At-Large #1 - Pealer<br />
** At-Large #2 - Rebeca<br />
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* New board after voting:<br />
** President - <br />
** Treasurer -<br />
** Secretary - <br />
** At-Large #1 - <br />
** At-Large #2 - <br />
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[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2024_Yearly_Meeting2024 Yearly Meeting2024-02-21T04:30:30Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>Agenda and notes for the 2024 Yearly Meeting. This meeting is scheduled for February 24th, 2024.<br />
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== Meeting Agenda ==<br />
* Establish Quorum<br />
** Quorum requires at least 25% of our voting membership. Total voting members TBD. <br />
* Present 2023 Annual Report<br />
** Treasurers report (contained in the 2023 annual report - link TBD)<br />
** Verify annual report activities section accounts for all workshops/activities that took place in 2023<br />
* Vote on board positions<br />
** Propose and establish next board meeting date for 2024, and meeting frequency<br />
* Makevention status<br />
** First Makevention committee meeting of the year still due to happen, previous one was canceled due to scheduling conflicts<br />
* Bloominglabs value survey results<br />
* Status of water infiltration from metal shop<br />
* Establish a future meeting date for a workshop planning session <br />
* Other business?<br />
* Kevin & Comcast<br />
*<br />
<br />
== Board ==<br />
*Current Board:<br />
** President - Ian<br />
** Treasurer - Apple<br />
** Secretary - Jimmy<br />
** At-Large #1 - Pealer<br />
** At-Large #2 - Rebeca<br />
<br />
* New board after voting:<br />
** President - <br />
** Treasurer -<br />
** Secretary - <br />
** At-Large #1 - <br />
** At-Large #2 - <br />
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[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2024_Yearly_Meeting2024 Yearly Meeting2024-02-17T03:57:27Z<p>Dosman: Created page with "Agenda and notes for the 2024 Yearly Meeting. This meeting is scheduled for February 24th, 2024. == Meeting Agenda == * Establish Quorum ** Quorum requires at least 25% of ou..."</p>
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<div>Agenda and notes for the 2024 Yearly Meeting. This meeting is scheduled for February 24th, 2024.<br />
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== Meeting Agenda ==<br />
* Establish Quorum<br />
** Quorum requires at least 25% of our voting membership. Total voting members TBD. <br />
* Present 2023 Annual Report<br />
** Treasurers report (contained in the 2023 annual report - link TBD)<br />
** Verify annual report activities section accounts for all workshops/activities that took place in 2023<br />
* Vote on board positions<br />
** Propose and establish next board meeting date for 2024, and meeting frequency<br />
* Makevention status<br />
** First Makevention committee meeting of the year still due to happen, previous one was canceled due to scheduling conflicts<br />
* Status of water infiltration from metal shop<br />
* Establish a future meeting date for a workshop planning session <br />
* <br />
* Other business?<br />
* <br />
* <br />
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<br />
== Board ==<br />
*Current Board:<br />
** President - Ian<br />
** Treasurer - Apple<br />
** Secretary - Jimmy<br />
** At-Large #1 - Pealer<br />
** At-Large #2 - Rebecca<br />
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* New board after voting:<br />
** President - <br />
** Treasurer -<br />
** Secretary - <br />
** At-Large #1 - <br />
** At-Large #2 - <br />
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[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Meeting_MinutesMeeting Minutes2024-02-17T03:38:42Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>== Meeting Minutes ==<br />
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==== Feb 24th, 2024 ====<br />
[[2024_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda and notes<br />
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==== March 4th, 2023 ====<br />
[[2023_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda and notes<br />
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==== March 12th, 2022 ====<br />
[[2022_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda and notes<br />
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==== 2021 Yearly Meeting Agenda/notes??? ====<br />
[[2021_Yearly_Meeting]] - These notes appear to have not been posted, stubbed in basic info on 3-12-2022<br />
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==== February 9th, 2020 ====<br />
[[2020_Yearly_Meeting_Agenda]] - Meeting agenda and notes together<br />
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==== Dec 15, 2019 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2019-12-15_meeting_agenda_with_notes]] - An agenda for the meeting and minutes to be added afterwords<br />
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==== Sept 22, 2019 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2019-09-22_MembersMeetingNotes]]<br />
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==== To insert more notes here upon conversion to MediaWiki format ====<br />
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==== March 9, 2019 Yearly Meeting ====<br />
[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes]]<br />
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==== July 18th, 2018 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2018-07-18_meeting_agenda_with_notes]]<br />
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==== June 13th, 2018 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2018-06-13_meeting_agenda_with_notes]]<br />
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==== March 21st, 2018 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2017-03-21_meeting_minutes]]<br />
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<br />
==== February 18th, 2018 ====<br />
[[2018_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda<br />
<br>[[2018_Yearly_Meeting_Notes]] - Meeting notes<br />
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==== February 11th, 2017 ====<br />
[[2017_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda<br />
<br>[[2017_Yearly_Meeting_Notes]] - Meeting notes<br />
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==== December 14th, 2016 ====<br />
[[2016-12-14_meeting_minutes]]<br />
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==== September 14th, 2016 ====<br />
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[[2016-09-14_meeting_minutes]] Primary topics: identifying and dealing with items taking up space in the workshop, ideas for how to make the Purgatory concept work better, and the potential for a metal casting workshop.<br />
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==== June 8th, 2016 ====<br />
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[[2016-06-08_meeting_minutes]] July 4th parade entry, air compressor purchase, dust collection accessory purchase, 3D printer purchase<br />
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==== March 10th, 2016 ====<br />
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[[2016-03-10_meeting_minutes]] Workshop planning session<br />
<br />
==== August 5th, 2015 ====<br />
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[[2015-08-05_meeting_minutes]] Car lift location, large donation of mini-computers, Makevention & The Resale Trail.<br />
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==== July 29th, 2015 ====<br />
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[[2015-07-29_meeting_minutes]] Meeting to decide renting the warehouse next door.<br />
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==== July 22nd, 2015 ====<br />
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[[2015-07-22_meeting_notes]] Meeting to discuss possible expansion into warehouse next door.<br />
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==== July 16, 2015 ====<br />
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[[2015-07-16_meeting_notes]] Meeting to discuss acquiring the car lift from Nick and installation.<br />
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==== June 3rd, 2015 ====<br />
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[[2015-06-03_meeting_minutes]] School Factory, Treasurer's Report, July 4th Parade, Logo, Upcoming Workshops, Car Lift, Temporary Memberships<br />
<br />
==== January 25th, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
Yearly meeting, [[2015_Annual_Meeting]] info here.<br />
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==== January 21th, 2015 ====<br />
* Meeting to vote on bylaw amendment to support 2 at-large officers<br />
<br />
==== September 10th, 2014 ====<br />
* Discussed dumpster and internet status. Also discussed amending our by-laws to include conflict-of-interest article needed for when we apply for 501c3 status as well as some other minor changes.<br />
<br />
==== July, 2014 ====<br />
No meetings, but relocated to South Rogers warehouse during this month. Much activity and discussions occurred during this time despite the lack of formal meetings to document.<br />
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==== March 9th, 2014 ====<br />
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Meeting agenda:<br />
* Discuss viability of leasing the warehouse Adam Nahas would like to sublet to us (different from the previous warehouse he originally proposed).<br />
** Positives: double our current space, more ability to expand as needed later on<br />
** Negatives: much more expensive, buildout costs are a concern, AC not available (heat questionable), not being able to get onto the main lease as we requested was a large problem.<br />
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A final vote a week after this meeting decided against this move.<br />
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==== January 11th, 2014 ====<br />
<br />
Yearly meeting, [[2014_Yearly_Meeting]] info here.<br />
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==== October 16th 2013 ====<br />
Meeting agenda:<br />
* Stolen PC found in dumpster behind building, reported to police<br />
* Physical space re-org<br />
** Starting with storage room - 4'x8' shelving unit will be removed, Nathan has 7 steel shelves which can be used to line the walls. This should open the room up more and also allow it to have a workbench so it can be used more.<br />
** Will plan to move Nathans shelves on-site on 10-23, will start before public meeting opens up<br />
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==== September 11th, 2013 ====<br />
Met with Adam Nahas at a warehouse he intends to rent and sublet on West 11th street. Open meeting for any Blabs members who want to check it out.<br />
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==== July 17th, 2013 ====<br />
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Meeting agenda:<br />
* Treasurers report<br />
* Makevention<br />
** where are things at<br />
** laser cut badge design status (Dan)<br />
** T-shirt printing for Makevention and Bloominglabs<br />
** fund raising ideas for Bloominglabs at Makevention (selling Rage-face ink stampers, Jay's turned wooden pens, etc)<br />
** other things?<br />
* Bloominglabs<br />
** We should make plans about the space independent of the firehouse, will be some time before that project moves forwards<br />
*** The old Mother Hubbard Cupboard location on 3rd street may be available for us to check out soon, lessor wants to rent it to a non-profit<br />
*** 1300sq ft, our current space is 1000sq ft<br />
** Workshops - how the June workshops worked out (blue barrels, machining workshops)<br />
** Maby think of some ideas for workshops after Makevention<br />
** We've had a lot of new members in the past few months, questions and comments from the new folks? (or old folks)<br />
** Allyn's space reorg drafts - discuss reorganization of the new space<br />
* Vic brought up the idea of a rocket launch Saturday in September, more info TBA<br />
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==== March 14th, 2013 ====<br />
* Proposed, voted on, and ratified bylaws to support two membership classes, new class supports a hardship/student/reduced membership rate<br />
* Announced we can start taking donations for the laser cutter<br />
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==== February 27th, 2013 ====<br />
* Members meeting about outreach<br />
* Got input from everyone and talked about our 501(c)(3) tax status and how that relates to outreach<br />
* Discussed the laser fundraising, model to focus on<br />
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==== February 3rd, 2013 ====<br />
* We need to update this for the 2012 meetings.<br />
* [[2013_Yearly_Meeting]] - 2013 Yearly Meeting Outline<br />
* [[YearlyMeeting2013Notes]] - Notes Notes from the 2013 Yearly Meeting<br />
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==== 2012 ====<br />
There are no notes from meetings that happened in 2012. Rest assured that lots happened this year. See the [[Bloominglabs Log]] for details on activities during this period.<br />
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==== December 7th, 2011 ====<br />
*Discussed treasurers report and the upcoming yearly meeting date. Previously the 21st was suggested, however Saturday January 7th is the only date that works for everyone who has spoken up at this time (in the morning hours).<br />
*Discussed workshop ideas for 2012. First idea was to have a two-part soldering workshop in February. First part would have a basic kit led by Nathan, second part would have a surface-mount focus led by Nick. Current dates for this are Feb 16th and the 23rd.<br />
*Attempted to hand-out RFID fobs, however a technical issue prevented us getting them programmed into the RFID access controller. This has been rectified as of this writing (12/28/11). <br />
<br />
==== October 19, 2011 ====<br />
<br />
New people<br />
*Joe<br />
*Aaron<br />
*Steve<br />
*Mark<br />
*Andrew<br />
<br />
Members<br />
*Jonathan<br />
*Daniel<br />
*dosman<br />
*Barry<br />
*Nick<br />
<br />
dosman Rumble Challenge Demo.<br />
<br />
Rex brought Pixis 2000 pharmaceutical dispensing cabinet (Pentium based) for hacking purposes, storing projects, part vending.<br />
<br />
==== August 10th, 2011 ====<br />
Treasurers report<br />
Discussed bills<br />
Misc. items<br />
<br />
==== July 6, 2011 ====<br />
Move stuff<br />
*Most of the move done July 4th<br />
*Tables and chairs acquired for the new space<br />
*Met at the Collaboration Room and packed up everything left at this location, moved to new space on Roll Ave.<br />
<br />
Post-move Discussion<br />
*Round-table between all members on how we plan to use the different rooms of the new space<br />
*New costs associated with the new space<br />
*Ways to increase security<br />
<br />
==== 2011 1304 ====<br />
<br />
Geocache stuff<br />
*Steve showed everybody his Twilio-based geocache-logging-by-cellphone app, which folks liked.<br />
*Jennet and Steve looked into GPS simulators for testing the reverse geocache. Steve brought in the wooden box he proposes to use.<br />
*Steve looked at some sample code and making sure all the libraries including the SD card library will work together properly (sometimes libraries will need the same pin, and you have to go in and change the C code or be otherwise creative).<br />
*Some members successfully geocached before the meeting. <br />
<br />
July 4th Parade <br />
* Charlie and Ross did some more work on the strandbeest. They've built 3 legs now. Mechanical engineering challenges are being addressed.<br />
* More fun with Twinkie cannons including some 'safety testing'<br />
* some experimentation with the set of IR LEDs being considered for use in the IR sign<br />
* Rex printed up some nice circuit boards for the IR sign using Nick's design.<br />
<br />
Other Stuff<br />
* A new visitor, Nick, worked on a kit to build a temperature controller for a fridge or other controlled temperature environment. He soldered it up completely by the end of the meeting. <br />
* Some playing around with the electric wheelchair. It seems to lose power pretty fast. One of the 3 Nathans is looking into working out the control protocol.<br />
* Rex has done some more research on the robot platform in the storage room and has ideas for that.<br />
<br />
==== 2011 0902 ====<br />
<br />
July 4th Parade <br />
* Meetings for 4th of July Topics to come<br />
* New channel announced, #july4<br />
* what kind of float will we have? A theremin on a standbeest? <br />
* july 4 project proposal: giant smoke ring generators from barrels and shower curtain<br />
* cupcake challenge: send a cupcake 1000km away, get points for packaging, presentation, cupcake itself, etc. gps+ez-bake? <br />
* video cameras at the 4th: manipulate the videographers with infrared. Make something that only video cameras can see using far-ir leds. <br />
<br />
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<br />
==== October 13, 2010 ====<br />
Attendees: Jenett, Nathan, Brent, Justin, Barry, Jenn, and others<br />
<br />
Topics covered:<br />
* Treasurer's report<br />
* Update on insurance - provider located who is willing to cover us<br />
* Bylaws<br />
<br />
==== September 15, 2010 ====<br />
Attendees: Jenett, Nathan, Brent, Nick<br />
<br />
Topics covered:<br />
* Treasurer presented financial report up to this point<br />
* Insurance for the space is still being investigated<br />
* Bylaw additions<br />
** Add 2nd membership class, $20 dues with key access and no voting rights<br />
** Bloominglabs termination article to govern a conversion to a non-profit; and to govern a termination of the organization all-together<br />
<br />
==== August 11, 2010 ====<br />
Attendees: Jenett, Steve, Nathan, Will, Joe, Barry, Jenn, Brent, Justin<br />
<br />
Collected membership dues from core group, collected member addresses to have on file. Discussed liability waivers (everyone signed one), and safety guidelines that the space should adopt. Discussed meeting with lawyer. Discussed possibility of getting a RedCross instructor to teach first-aid to the group. Discussed meeting rules (with intent to keep them focused and as short as possible). Everyone shown location of fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and first-aid kit.<br />
<br />
Membership Agreement<br />
* Contact info - emergency contact info as well<br />
* Will knows a woman, Merridith, who says their hackerspace made $80K a year teaching classes<br />
** Their may be issues if we dissolve the LLC with the equipment - we may need to get rid of it.<br />
* Nathan and Jenett will try to meet with a tax advisor next week<br />
<br />
Safety Training<br />
* As a group, go through how to use equipment<br />
* Trained group then trains future members<br />
* Barry - Should have some sort of requirements for being a trainer like proof they can use the equipment and we should all take a first aid course<br />
* Will - Red Cross will do training and what kind of safety equipment should we have?<br />
* Barry - Glasses, ear plugs, gloves, apron<br />
* Nathan - Menards has rated glasses for $1<br />
* Will - Note when to use safety equipment and when not to<br />
* Nathan pointed out the fire extinguisher and the first aid kit<br />
* Questions about where the breakers are (we should find them!)<br />
<br />
New Members<br />
* Make new members attend public meetings for a while<br />
* Have them get a recommendation from a current member<br />
* Barry - make sure new members know the house rules and we should be prepared to kick people out if needed<br />
* Will - We may need to remove people who are "damaging the harmony of the group"<br />
* Nathan - Always be excellent to each other.<br />
* Will - limit the number of full members and does making people members mean a difference in liability?<br />
* Barry - Perhaps there could be different levels of membership<br />
<br />
==== June 30, 2010 ====<br />
<br />
Attendees: Nathan, Joe, Nick, Jon, Steve, Will.<br />
<br />
Discussed possible names. See the wiki page for details [[Possible_Names]].<br />
<br />
Discussed the possibility of naming a President, Treasurer, etc. Decided not to do that at this time, but Stephen Charlesworth was named Secretary.<br />
<br />
Discussion of dues and rent.<br />
In order to make the room/space a reality we need a plan to fund this.<br />
We will not at this time set a definite rate for monthly dues, but the number $40 for full membership was thrown out there.<br />
Will possibly have different tiers.<br />
<br />
Also, it'd be good to have other conditions for membership (existing members vote on new members).<br />
<br />
Pondered possibly starting an LLC, talking with a lawyer, etc. to make things more formal and official.<br />
<br />
Q: are their free consultations for non-profits offered thru I.U.?<br />
<br />
==== Informal Meetings January through June 2010 ====<br />
Many informal meetings held between these dates, general topics.<br />
<br />
==== December 1st, 2009 ====<br />
Rex worked on his X-Y stepper motor rig. Discussed having a surface mount class with Nick, need to acquire some hardware first. Rex offered his place up for a future meeting location, discussed having this early 2010 on a Friday evening.<br />
<br />
==== November 24th, 2009 ====<br />
Nathan assisted Will on the fringe detector circuit, tested out different photo-transistors. Barry got his CD-R laser operational (removed from the drive).<br />
<br />
==== November 17th, 2009 ====<br />
Met at Barry & Jenn's house while Jenett was away at SC09. Rex and Will got the [[Laser_Interferometer]] fringe detector circuit operational. Steve tested an RFID reader on his Arduino. Jenn worked on her LED bracelet. Barry extracted a high power laser from a CD burner.<br />
<br />
==== November 10th, 2009 ====<br />
Will brought his [[Laser_Interferometer]] gear and set it up with Nathan's green laser pointer. Started working on building a detector to count fringes. Rex worked on an old Oscilloscope.<br />
<br />
==== November 3rd, 2009 ====<br />
General topics covered.<br />
<br />
==== October 27th, 2009 ====<br />
10th meeting. General topics covered. Nathan setup a laptop to run Graffiti Research Lab's Laser Tag projector/laser tracking program for use at Phreaknic 13. Jenett disassembled a VCR to get a motor as well as worked on a costume. Also worked on her laser harp project.<br />
<br />
==== October 20th, 2009 ====<br />
9th meeting. General topics covered.<br />
<br />
==== October 13th, 2009 ====<br />
No meeting<br />
<br />
==== October 6th, 2009 ====<br />
8th meeting, 10 attendees. Jenett tested out Will's telescope CCD with the microscope. Will brought his Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and showed off his new ability to control the X-Y axis control through Scheme. <br />
<br />
==== September 29th, 2009 ====<br />
7th meeting, 9 attendees. Started off by making speakers out of wire coils attached to the bottom of plastic cups. Jenett tested out a microscope. Nathan demoed his Arduino kiosk input device he's working on. Several of us debugged a few of the AVR programmers and got them back into working condition again.<br />
<br />
==== September 22nd, 2009 ====<br />
Sixth meeting, 9 attendees. Started off by reconfiguring WiFi for easier access of attendees. Next 1.5 hours was a formal discussion about the direction of the space, what projects people are working on, and about continued use of Jenett's basement. At the end, Rex showed us the complete process of how he etches circuit boards, creating 6 ATiny programmer boards in the process.<br />
<br />
Discussion points:<br />
*We may continue using Jenett's basement for another 6 months (until Apr 2010), at that time we will re-evaluate if use of the basement is still acceptable or meeting our needs. If we have enough interest we may begin discussing becoming more formal as a group and finding a space to rent.<br />
*If we get to a point that we have shared tools stored in the space then unattended use of the basement can be accommodated by installing an outside door lock and a door at the top of the stairs.<br />
*All agreed that we need to have our weekly meeting even if the basement is configured to allow unattended access, a large part of this group is sharing knowledge while we are all together at the same time.<br />
*All agreed that for now, while meeting in Jenett's basement, the space will be invite only (read: we are not advertising the group or otherwise publicly seeking more attendees. However, if you found us and are interested ask us if you can attend a meeting and you will more than likely be invited). Unattended access to the basement, if configured, would only be provided to attendees that have been to several meetings and are in good standing.<br />
*The issue of a more formal name for our group and moving the wiki/mailing list to a new name was raised, it was decided it was not a critical issue at this point. At the 6 month mark we can revisit the issue if/when a more formal entity is started.<br />
*Mark discussed the makerbot and how he intends to buy one in the near future; also that if we where interested he could bring it in to a meeting so we can try using it<br />
*Discussed the idea of having regular presentations on our own areas of expertise, Nathan volunteered to do this first on a small Arduino program he wrote at the next meeting<br />
*Round table discussion of what projects each of us wants to work on and accomplish <br />
<br />
==== September 15th, 2009 ====<br />
Fifth meeting, 9 attendees. General AVR and Arduino free-for-all.<br />
<br />
==== September 8th, 2009 ====<br />
Fourth meeting, 6 attendees. More AVR programming, discussed microcontroller projects for True Dungeon. N64 power cord repairs. Nathan setup his 5V 20A regulated power supply so each person can power their breadboard without having to find an outlet to plug-in a power brick. Uploaded more AVR code to the wiki for easy access. At 9:16pm we watched the International Space Station and the shuttle Discovery fly over Bloomington together, quite fantastic!<br />
<br />
==== September 1st, 2009 ====<br />
Third meeting (Jenett's basement - all future meetings will be here unless otherwise specified), 9 attendees. Setup tables and chairs in the basement, moved in mini fridge from the garage. Everyone setup proto boards with AVR/ATMega chips, worked out problems with ATTiny USB programmers and avr_dude/gcc software. Uploaded AVR blinky test code to the wiki ([[AVR]]). Looked at Jupiter with Jenett's 8" telescope at the end of the evening.<br />
<br />
==== August 19th, 2009 ====<br />
Second meeting (Max's Place), 9 attendees. Discussed what it is we want to accomplish with this group and what people want to get out of it. Agreed to meet at Jenett's house for our next meeting to learn AVR programming and discuss using her basement as a future meeting <br />
location and potential hacker space.<br />
<br />
==== June 6th, 2009 ====<br />
First meeting (Bakehouse), 4 attendees. Discussed forming a group of people before moving forwards with the space. Also discussed having an informal "group tool sharing" program.<br />
<br />
[[Category: Meetings]]<br />
[[Category: History]]<br />
[[Category: Operations]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Available_gearAvailable gear2024-02-06T23:03:42Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>These are tools and supplies available to Bloominglabs members. Pretty much all of the bench-top and larger tools are owned by members and kept in the space for use by other members. If you are unsure of how to use a tool or want to learn more please grab someone and we'll guide you in the right direction. General safety documentation for common power tools is kept in the black cabinet in the shop area (along with MSDS sheets). Also note that this page is generally out of date, if you are interested in something specific and don't see it here ask us about it.<br />
<br />
Reminder: this list is often out of date. For the most up-to-date information about what tools we have and what condition they are in contact us and inquire or stop in during public hours and ask around.<br />
<br />
* [[Tool Manuals]]<br />
<br />
== Power Tools & Heavy Equipment ==<br />
We require a brief [[safety-qualifications]] walk through before using any power tools in the space.<br />
<br />
===Wood===<br />
* drill presses<br />
* chop saw<br />
* table saw<br />
* 9" band saw (wood, plasic, & light metal)<br />
* [[RBI Hawk 220VS Scroll Saw|Scroll Saw]]<br />
* bench-top router table (with router)<br />
* table-top sander<br />
* wood lathe<br />
* 12" planer ([[Restoration_of_Parks_95_12%22_surface_planer|being restored]])<br />
* 4" jointer ([[Restoration_of_Craftsman_4"_joiner|being restored]])<br />
* corded and cordless drills<br />
* dremel(s) with a complete set of accessories<br />
<br />
===Metal===<br />
* bench grinders<br />
* Atlas lathe (30" between centers, see [[Atlas_Lathe_Restoration]])<br />
* generic 20" metal lathe<br />
* [[Mill]]<br />
* metal cutting band saw, 5"x6" cutting area, w/auto-shutoff<br />
* metal chop saw<br />
* oxy-acetylene torch<br />
* TIG welder - [[Miller Syncrowave 350]] with pulser, spot timer, etc.<br />
* MIG welder - Millermatic 250<br />
* Arc welder - Miller stick welder<br />
* Hypertherm Drag-gun 38 plasma cutter (self contained air compressor)<br />
* [[Speedway 1404 30-Amp Spot Welder]]<br />
<br />
== Electronics ==<br />
* soldering irons (variable temp)<br />
* hot air rework station<br />
* smoke absorber<br />
* soldering supplies (solder, desoldering braid, sponges, ect)<br />
* large quantity of hand tools (pliers and sidecuts)<br />
* [[Ballantine 3028A]] bench multimeter<br />
* various digital and analog handheld multimeters<br />
* BK model 1601 2A 0-50V variable bench DC power supply<br />
* Topward 3306D 6A 0-30V variable bench DC power supply<br />
* [[Oscilloscopes]]<br />
* Picoammeter<br />
* Sweep/Function Generator<br />
* solderless breadboards<br />
* Arduino clones<br />
* [[Heathkit ET-3100 Digital design system]]<br />
* [[Heathkit ET-3200 Analog design system]]<br />
* AVR tools<br />
** USBTiny programmers<br />
** ATMega8 and ATtiny2313 chips<br />
** buttons, 5v regulators, and other supplies<br />
* hot air guns<br />
<br />
== Automated Manufacturing ==<br />
* [[3D Printers]]<br />
** [[Makerfarm 12-Inch Pegasus]]<br />
** [[Anycubic i3 Mega]]<br />
** [[PrintrBot Simple | PrintrBot Simple v1 (1310)]]<br />
** [[PrintrBot Play | PrintrBot Play (1505)]]<br />
* a [[3D Scanners|3D Scanner]]<br />
* automatic knitting machine<br />
* [[FullSpectrum | Full Spectrum 45W laser cutter/etcher]]<br />
* [[X-Carve CNC Router]]<br />
* [[ShapeOko 2 CNC]] - needs work<br />
* First-Generation [[Silhouette Cameo]] CNC paper/vinyl cutter<br />
<br />
== Crafting Equipment ==<br />
<br />
=== Sewing Machines ===<br />
<br />
* [[Vintage Singer 237 Sewing Machine]]<br />
* [[Vintage Fleetwood Sewing Machine]]<br />
* [[Singer 8280 Sewing Machine]]<br />
* [[Janome HD-1000 Sewing Machine]]<br />
<br />
== Office Equipment==<br />
* Several [[Laser Printers]]<br />
<br />
== Other Equipment ==<br />
* 8"x10" plastic [[vacuum forming table]]<br />
* larger vacuum forming table donated to the space<br />
* shopvac (for dust collection system and cleanup)<br />
* [[Electrolysis Rust Removal System]]<br />
* 19" rack, 4' tall<br />
* 19" rack, 6' tall<br />
* [[Car Lift]]<br />
* 60 gallon air compressor (wood shop with feed to metal fab shop)<br />
* [[CCTV Network]]<br />
* [[MAME Cabinet]]<br />
* [[Bransonic 12 Ultrasonic Cleaner | Bransonic 1.2-liter ultrasonic cleaner]]<br />
<br />
== Borrowable Equipement ==<br />
<br />
* Keg tap: contact [[User:Kinnimari|Kyle]]<br />
<br />
<!--<br />
Neal hasn't been a member since 2019 or so, but if you ask nicely he would probably still let you borrow his trailer ;-)<br />
* 5' x 8-1/2' Utility Trailer: contact Neal<br />
[[File:Utilty_trailer.JPG|200px|thumb|right|Neal's Trailer]]<br />
--><br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category: Tools]]<br />
[[Category: The Space]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/MoneroMonero2024-01-24T23:16:43Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>We had to disable this host probably in early 2019 because it was eating too much bandwidth. Murat had indicated he had attempted to rate-limit the host when he had set it up but apparently that had failed. It would be great if this host could be brought back up some day (was living in the top of the network closet), but the rate limiting needs to be fixed first. At this point the box needs major patching as well, possibly a full reinstall upgrade.<br />
<br />
== Monero Host ==<br />
[https://getmonero.org/ monero] is a privacy oriented cryptocurrency. <br />
<br />
We operate a full monero node on a jacked up [[AG150]] that sits at 192.168.1.17 in the internal network. <br />
It is called blockmeister, has 2 gb of ram and 2x60gb ssds in raid0.<br />
<br />
Its 18080 and 18089 ports are exposed through bloominglabs.no-ip.org and available for mobile wallet use. <br />
It should also be in the moneroworld.com lists.<br />
It collects no logs. <br />
<br />
Updated to 0.13.0.2 Beryllium Bullet as of 14.10.2018.<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category:Hackerspace systems]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/MoneroMonero2024-01-24T23:16:11Z<p>Dosman: </p>
<hr />
<div>We had to disable this host probably in early 2019 because it was eating too much bandwidth. Murat had indicated he had attempted to rate-limit the host when he had set it up but apparently that had failed. It would be great if this host could be brought back up some day (was living in the top of the network closet), but the rate limiting needs to be fixed first. At this point the box needs major patching as well, possibly a full reinstall upgrade.<br />
<br />
== Monero ==<br />
[https://getmonero.org/ monero] is a privacy oriented cryptocurrency. <br />
<br />
We operate a full monero node on a jacked up [[AG150]] that sits at 192.168.1.17 in the internal network. <br />
It is called blockmeister, has 2 gb of ram and 2x60gb ssds in raid0.<br />
<br />
Its 18080 and 18089 ports are exposed through bloominglabs.no-ip.org and available for mobile wallet use. <br />
It should also be in the moneroworld.com lists.<br />
It collects no logs. <br />
<br />
Updated to 0.13.0.2 Beryllium Bullet as of 14.10.2018.<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category:Hackerspace systems]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/MoneroMonero2024-01-24T23:15:24Z<p>Dosman: </p>
<hr />
<div>We had to disable this host probably in early 2019 because it was eating too much bandwidth. Murat had indicated he had attempted to rate-limit the host when he had set it up but apparently that had failed. It would be great if this host could be brought back up some day (was living in the top of the network closet), but the rate limiting needs to be fixed first. At this point the box needs major patching as well, possibly a full reinstall upgrade.<br />
<br />
[https://getmonero.org/ monero] is a privacy oriented cryptocurrency. <br />
<br />
We operate a full monero node on a jacked up [[AG150]] that sits at 192.168.1.17 in the internal network. <br />
It is called blockmeister, has 2 gb of ram and 2x60gb ssds in raid0.<br />
<br />
Its 18080 and 18089 ports are exposed through bloominglabs.no-ip.org and available for mobile wallet use. <br />
It should also be in the moneroworld.com lists.<br />
It collects no logs. <br />
<br />
Updated to 0.13.0.2 Beryllium Bullet as of 14.10.2018.<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category:Hackerspace systems]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Ender-3_S1Ender-3 S12024-01-10T18:26:15Z<p>Dosman: </p>
<hr />
<div>The Ender-3 S1 was procured by a member faction interested in increasing project [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flux#Flux_as_flow_rate_per_unit_area flux] within the Digital Fabrication Lab at Bloominglabs. <br />
<br />
By upgrading our equipment (as measured according to the metric of Low Cognitive and Maintenance Overhead to Use, rather than performance ''simpliciter''), it is hoped that more investment of attention and resources will be drawn to this sector of the space.<br />
<br />
OEM product listing: https://www.creality.com/products/creality-ender-3-s1-3d-printer<br />
<br />
[[Image:Ender3_20240109_160554.jpg|none|thumb|300px|Ender 3-S1]]<br />
<br />
== Printer Features ==<br />
<br />
220x220x270 mm build volume<br />
<br />
Single nozzle extruder, 0.4 mm diameter, max temp 260 C<br />
<br />
Heated build platform, max temp 110 C, with removable magnetic surface sheet<br />
<br />
Filament sensor.<br />
<br />
See "Product Parameters" on the OEM page above for further information.<br />
<br />
Mechanical bed depth sensor: used by the printer to construct a map of variations in the build platform. <br />
<br />
Note that this printer does not auto-level: the z-offset, and build platform tensioning wheels, must be set manually. Full procedure available on the Creality FAQ page for the Ender-3 S1 (not Pro or Plus): https://www.creality.com/pages/faq<br />
<br />
== Usage Information ==<br />
<br />
Please note any changes in printer functionality or settings (z-offset, manual re-levelling, firmware modification, cleaning, repairs, mechanical/electrical/software failures, etc.) in the Log below.<br />
<br />
Please route all filament through the filament sensor, to avoid partial prints.<br />
<br />
Known good filament:<br />
1.75 mm diameter<br />
PLA, ABS, TPU, PETG<br />
<br />
== Log ==<br />
<br />
[Please include a status report at the top of all Log entries.]<br />
<br />
20240109: <br />
<br />
Status: Functional<br />
<br />
Printer assembled, bed leveled, z-offset set to -3.15 mm, first test print.<br />
<br />
[[Category:3D Printers]] [[Category:Tools]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/File:Ender3_20240109_160554.jpgFile:Ender3 20240109 160554.jpg2024-01-10T18:25:51Z<p>Dosman: Ender 3</p>
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<div>Ender 3</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Ender-3_S1Ender-3 S12024-01-10T18:20:31Z<p>Dosman: </p>
<hr />
<div>The Ender-3 S1 was procured by a member faction interested in increasing project [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flux#Flux_as_flow_rate_per_unit_area flux] within the Digital Fabrication Lab at Bloominglabs. <br />
<br />
By upgrading our equipment (as measured according to the metric of Low Cognitive and Maintenance Overhead to Use, rather than performance ''simpliciter''), it is hoped that more investment of attention and resources will be drawn to this sector of the space.<br />
<br />
OEM product listing: https://www.creality.com/products/creality-ender-3-s1-3d-printer<br />
<br />
== Printer Features ==<br />
<br />
220x220x270 mm build volume<br />
<br />
Single nozzle extruder, 0.4 mm diameter, max temp 260 C<br />
<br />
Heated build platform, max temp 110 C, with removable magnetic surface sheet<br />
<br />
Filament sensor.<br />
<br />
See "Product Parameters" on the OEM page above for further information.<br />
<br />
Mechanical bed depth sensor: used by the printer to construct a map of variations in the build platform. <br />
<br />
Note that this printer does not auto-level: the z-offset, and build platform tensioning wheels, must be set manually. Full procedure available on the Creality FAQ page for the Ender-3 S1 (not Pro or Plus): https://www.creality.com/pages/faq<br />
<br />
== Usage Information ==<br />
<br />
Please note any changes in printer functionality or settings (z-offset, manual re-levelling, firmware modification, cleaning, repairs, mechanical/electrical/software failures, etc.) in the Log below.<br />
<br />
Please route all filament through the filament sensor, to avoid partial prints.<br />
<br />
Known good filament:<br />
1.75 mm diameter<br />
PLA, ABS, TPU, PETG<br />
<br />
== Log ==<br />
<br />
[Please include a status report at the top of all Log entries.]<br />
<br />
20240109: <br />
<br />
Status: Functional<br />
<br />
Printer assembled, bed leveled, z-offset set to -3.15 mm, first test print.<br />
<br />
[[Category:3D Printers]] [[Category:Tools]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Available_gearAvailable gear2024-01-03T03:49:36Z<p>Dosman: </p>
<hr />
<div>These are tools and supplies available to Bloominglabs members. Pretty much all of the bench-top and larger tools are owned by members and kept in the space for use by other members. If you are unsure of how to use a tool or want to learn more please grab someone and we'll guide you in the right direction. General safety documentation for common power tools is kept in the black cabinet in the shop area (along with MSDS sheets). Also note that this page is generally out of date, if you are interested in something specific and don't see it here ask us about it.<br />
<br />
Reminder: this list is often out of date. For the most up-to-date information about what tools we have and what condition they are in contact us and inquire or stop in during public hours and ask around.<br />
<br />
* [[Tool Manuals]]<br />
<br />
== Power Tools & Heavy Equipment ==<br />
We require a brief [[safety-qualifications]] walk through before using any power tools in the space.<br />
<br />
===Wood===<br />
* drill presses<br />
* chop saw<br />
* table saw<br />
* 9" band saw (wood, plasic, & light metal)<br />
* [[RBI Hawk 220VS Scroll Saw|Scroll Saw]]<br />
* bench-top router table (with router)<br />
* table-top sander<br />
* wood lathe<br />
* 12" planer ([[Restoration_of_Parks_95_12%22_surface_planer|being restored]])<br />
* 4" jointer ([[Restoration_of_Craftsman_4"_joiner|being restored]])<br />
* corded and cordless drills<br />
* dremel(s) with a complete set of accessories<br />
<br />
===Metal===<br />
* bench grinders<br />
* Atlas lathe (30" between centers, see [[Atlas_Lathe_Restoration]])<br />
* generic 20" metal lathe<br />
* [[Mill]]<br />
* metal cutting band saw, 5"x6" cutting area, w/auto-shutoff<br />
* metal chop saw<br />
* oxy-acetylene torch<br />
* TIG welder - Miller Syncrowave 350 with pulser, spot timer, etc.<br />
* MIG welder - Millermatic 250<br />
* Arc welder - Miller stick welder<br />
* Hypertherm Drag-gun 38 plasma cutter (self contained air compressor)<br />
* [[Speedway 1404 30-Amp Spot Welder]]<br />
<br />
== Electronics ==<br />
* soldering irons (variable temp)<br />
* hot air rework station<br />
* smoke absorber<br />
* soldering supplies (solder, desoldering braid, sponges, ect)<br />
* large quantity of hand tools (pliers and sidecuts)<br />
* [[Ballantine 3028A]] bench multimeter<br />
* various digital and analog handheld multimeters<br />
* BK model 1601 2A 0-50V variable bench DC power supply<br />
* Topward 3306D 6A 0-30V variable bench DC power supply<br />
* [[Oscilloscopes]]<br />
* Picoammeter<br />
* Sweep/Function Generator<br />
* solderless breadboards<br />
* Arduino clones<br />
* [[Heathkit ET-3100 Digital design system]]<br />
* [[Heathkit ET-3200 Analog design system]]<br />
* AVR tools<br />
** USBTiny programmers<br />
** ATMega8 and ATtiny2313 chips<br />
** buttons, 5v regulators, and other supplies<br />
* hot air guns<br />
<br />
== Automated Manufacturing ==<br />
* [[3D Printers]]<br />
** [[Makerfarm 12-Inch Pegasus]]<br />
** [[Anycubic i3 Mega]]<br />
** [[PrintrBot Simple | PrintrBot Simple v1 (1310)]]<br />
** [[PrintrBot Play | PrintrBot Play (1505)]]<br />
* a [[3D Scanners|3D Scanner]]<br />
* automatic knitting machine<br />
* [[FullSpectrum | Full Spectrum 45W laser cutter/etcher]]<br />
* [[X-Carve CNC Router]]<br />
* [[ShapeOko 2 CNC]] - needs work<br />
* First-Generation [[Silhouette Cameo]] CNC paper/vinyl cutter<br />
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== Crafting Equipment ==<br />
<br />
=== Sewing Machines ===<br />
<br />
* [[Vintage Singer 237 Sewing Machine]]<br />
* [[Vintage Fleetwood Sewing Machine]]<br />
* [[Singer 8280 Sewing Machine]]<br />
* [[Janome HD-1000 Sewing Machine]]<br />
<br />
== Office Equipment==<br />
* Several [[Laser Printers]]<br />
<br />
== Other Equipment ==<br />
* 8"x10" plastic [[vacuum forming table]]<br />
* larger vacuum forming table donated to the space<br />
* shopvac (for dust collection system and cleanup)<br />
* [[Electrolysis Rust Removal System]]<br />
* 19" rack, 4' tall<br />
* 19" rack, 6' tall<br />
* [[Car Lift]]<br />
* 60 gallon air compressor (wood shop with feed to metal fab shop)<br />
* [[CCTV Network]]<br />
* [[MAME Cabinet]]<br />
* [[Bransonic 12 Ultrasonic Cleaner | Bransonic 1.2-liter ultrasonic cleaner]]<br />
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== Borrowable Equipement ==<br />
<br />
* Keg tap: contact [[User:Kinnimari|Kyle]]<br />
* 5' x 8-1/2' Utility Trailer: contact Neal<br />
[[File:Utilty_trailer.JPG|200px|thumb|right|Neal's Trailer]]<br />
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[[Category: Tools]]<br />
[[Category: The Space]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Past_WorkshopsPast Workshops2024-01-03T03:45:47Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>From time to time we provide workshops which are open to the public. Below are the workshops we have hosted in past years. All handouts and/or code used in our workshops are provided here for easy reference. Other hackerspaces and organizations are welcome to borrow our workshops, we just ask that you drop us a line if you hold one (contact at bloominglabs.org).<br />
<br />
= Past Workshops =<br />
* [[AVR_Class]]<br />
* [[Soldering_Workshop]]<br />
* [[ArduinoRF_Class]]<br />
* [[St. Nick's Holiday Mini-Workshops]]<br />
* [[Intro to Computer Programming]]<br />
* [[Machining Workshop I]]<br />
* [[Machining Workshop II]]<br />
* [[Laser Workshop]]<br />
* [[Welding Workshop]]<br />
<br />
=2023 Workshops=<br />
<br />
===Craft Club!===<br />
* First Saturday of the Month from 5pm until 8pm<br />
(7th Oct, 4th Nov, 2nd Dec 2023)<br />
* Come in, hang out, and work on a project or skills. Plenty of scrap material for practice, sewing machines, knitting machines, yarn, screen printing, vinyl cutter, and more!<br />
* Come build projects, ask questions, teach things, and learn stuff<br />
* All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
<br />
===Plant & Such Swap & Sale!===<br />
* Saturday, October 7th, 2pm until 5pm<br />
* Bring plants, produce, seeds, dried leaves, canned goods, and any other plants and garden harvest. Swapping is preferred, sales are fine. No registration fee - can set up from your trunk or bring a table. Hang out and meet other growers.<br />
* All ages and everyone is welcome<br />
<br />
<br />
=2021 Workshops=<br />
<br />
==September 2021==<br />
<br />
''' Introduction to Arduino '''<br />
<br />
'''Sunday, September 19th, 2021 -- 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM'''<br />
* Format: In-Person<br />
* Pricing: $30, or $20 for members<br />
* Maximum Class Size: 6<br />
[[File:arduinoworkshop.png|x200px|right]]<br />
The iconic Arduino is not just hardware, it’s also a software platform you can use to program a wide variety of microcontrollers to do anything from controlling lights to building robots to IoT (Internet of Things) applications in a very accessible, quick-start way. Arduino can be used to prototype a product idea, create art, or as a fun creative hobby.<br />
In this workshop we’ll dive right in and get you programming an Arduino to sense the world around it and interact with the world via lights and motors. You’ll be taught helpful tips to avoid traps beginners can fall into, and we’ll guide you to the best resources for next steps. <br />
Laptops and hardware provided. If you want to bring your laptop, install the free Arduino software before the workshop: https://www.arduino.cc/en/software. You can bring an Arduino if you have one, but note we’ll be working with the standard Arduino Uno in this workshop.<br />
<br />
''' Code Nite Inn: Linux Spoken Here '''<br />
<br />
''' Tuesdays in September (7th, 14th, 21st, 28th) -- 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM '''<br />
<br />
* Format: In-Person<br />
* Pricing: $20 for all, or $5 for drop-ins (free for members)<br />
<br />
Come hang out and learn about Linux servers by building your own! Through a mix of lecture and collaboration we’ll explore command line interface (CLI) or graphic user interface (GUI), image creation, virtualization, networking, security, SSH, x11VNC, and world domination.<br />
* Sept 7th: Setting up a cloud instance<br />
* Sept 14th: Setting up webservices on the cloud<br />
* Sept 21st: Installing WordPress<br />
* Sept 28th: Setting up Mail Service<br />
<br />
==August 2021==<br />
<br />
'''Introduction to Parkour'''<br />
''' Mondays, July 19th-September 6th, 2021 -- 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM '''<br />
* 8 weeks, 12 hours total<br />
* Format: In-Person, at Bloominglabs, 1840 S. Walnut St, Bloomington, IN<br />
* Cost: Drop-ins welcome, individual sessions are $15, or $10 for Bloominglabs members. Pay cash or card on location.<br />
<br />
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 />
<br />
Mondays, 8 sessions, Starting July 19th<br />
* <strike>'''July 19th''': Landing and Precision Jumps<br />
* '''July 26th''': Vaults<br />
* '''August 2nd''': Kongs<br />
* '''August 9th''': Flows with learned skills<br />
* '''August 16th''': Wall Skills<br />
* '''August 23rd''': Ukemi/Rolls</strike><br />
* '''August <strike>30th</strike> 31st''': Beginning Freerunning<br />
* '''September 6th''': Review all skills with flows<br />
<br />
''' Rain Barrel Workshop '''<br />
''' Sunday, August 15th, 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 />
<br />
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''' Plant Tower Workshop '''<br />
''' Sunday, August 15th, 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 />
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'''Introduction to Metalworking: Make a Stool'''<br />
'''Saturday, August 7th, 2021 -- Noon-5:00PM'''<br />
* Format: In-Person<br />
* Cost: $65, $45 for members<br />
* Maximum Class Size: 5<br />
<br />
Part project class, part safety/skills training—this class orients you to the several fabrication tools Bloominglabs has to offer, as well as MIG welding techniques—culminating in a handmade metal stand. If you have ever wanted to learn about the metal shop, this class offers a realistic look at cutting, forming, welding, and finishing steel. Participants will learn the safety protocols, setup, and usage of several cutting tools to cut and form steel stock. They will practice setting up precise cuts, and then work to set these parts up in a way to accurately weld them together. Welding technique, safety, and finishing are offered in the 2nd half of this 4.5 hour class. Participants MUST come to class prepared with long sleeve shirts, long pants (NOT synthetic; wear denim, cotton, wool, or leather), a stocking cap or head covering, and leather closed-toed boots. Additionally, due to COVID-19, participants are expected to bring their own PPE which includes safety glasses, leather gloves, hearing protection, and wear a face mask but Bloominglabs does have some to borrow and isopropyl for cleaning.<br />
<br />
==July 2021==<br />
'''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 />
<br />
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 />
<br />
More information and Registration: [[Workshop_-_Build_a_P25_Digital_Scanner_with_a_Raspberry_Pi_and_Software_Defined_Radios|Build a P25 Digital Scanner]]<br />
<br />
''' Introduction to Welding '''<br />
''' Sunday, July 11th, 2021 -- 1:00PM-4:30PM '''<br />
[[File:July_11_welding.jpg|thumb]]<br />
* Format: In-Person<br />
* Cost: $50, or $40 for members<br />
* Maximum Class Size: 12 students<br />
<br />
Learn and practice 4 types of welding: Mig, Tig, Stick(Arc), and Oxygen-Acetylene. 30 min safety intro, then 4 stations with 2-3 attendees each for a demo on the welder and time to practice before rotating to the next. This will also include Plasma Cutting. Please wear leather closed-toed shoes, long sleeves and pants (NOT synthetic; wear denim, cotton, wool, or leather), and any hair or jewelry bound. Please bring any of the following if you already have at home: Respirator, P100, or KN95 mask, leather gloves, safety glasses. <br />
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''' Saturday, July 10th, 2021 -- 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM '''<br />
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* Cost: $50 for the public, or $40 for Bloominglabs members <br />
* Maximum Class Size: 3 students<br />
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== June 2021==<br />
<br />
''' Introduction to Soldering/Electronics '''<br />
''' Sunday, June 27th, 2021 -- 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM '''<br />
[[File:solderdice.png|x150px|right]]<br />
* Format: In-Person<br />
* Cost: $20, $15 for members<br />
* Maximum Class Size: 6<br />
<br />
In partnership with Ivy Tech Bloomington's Electrical Engineering Department: Learn soldering on a kit for an led die, and bring a project of your own to work on after! (Kit, soldering iron, and solder provided.)<br />
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''' Plant Tower Workshop '''<br />
''' Sunday, June 20th, 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 />
<br />
''' Rain Barrel Workshop '''<br />
''' Sunday, June 20th, 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 />
<br />
<br />
''' Introduction to Carpentry: Worktables '''<br />
''' TWO days long: Saturday & Sunday, June 12-13th, 2021 -- 1pm-5pm both days (8 hours total) '''<br />
* Format: In-Person<br />
* Cost: $100, or $80 for members (Reduced (sponsored) fees available on request contact@bloominglabs.org)<br />
* Maximum Class Size: 10 students<br />
<br />
Come explore our woodshop and learn woodshop safety, how to work from a design, the basics of working with wood, how to use tools (table saw, band saw, drill press, radial arm saw, and hand drills), and how to finish a project with sanding and sealant. This workshop is structured around using all the big-project tools in our woodshop while creating workbenches for Bloominglabs. You'll develop a familiarity with the woodshop tools, learn how to build a sturdy workbench, and at the end get a plaque to affix to the table you helped build!<br />
<br />
<br />
''' Introduction to Metalworking: Make a Stool '''<br />
''' Saturday, June 12th, 2021 -- 12:30PM-5:00PM '''<br />
* Format: In-Person<br />
* Cost: $65, $45 for members<br />
* Maximum Class Size: 5<br />
<br />
Part project class, part safety/skills training—this class orients you to the several fabrication tools Bloominglabs has to offer, as well as MIG welding techniques—culminating in a handmade metal stand. If you have ever wanted to learn about the metal shop, this class offers a realistic look at cutting, forming, welding, and finishing steel. Participants will learn the safety protocols, setup, and usage of several cutting tools to cut and form steel stock. They will practice setting up precise cuts, and then work to set these parts up in a way to accurately weld them together. Welding technique, safety, and finishing are offered in the 2nd half of this 4.5 hour class. Participants MUST come to class prepared with long sleeve shirts, long pants (NOT synthetic; wear denim, cotton, wool, or leather), a stocking cap or head covering, and leather closed-toed boots. Additionally, due to COVID-19, participants are expected to bring their own PPE which includes safety glasses, leather gloves, hearing protection, and wear a face mask but Bloominglabs does have some to borrow and isopropyl for cleaning.<br />
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''' Introduction to Metalworking: Make a Stool '''<br />
''' Saturday, June 5th, 2021 -- 12:30PM-5:00PM '''<br />
* Format: In-Person<br />
* Cost: $65, $45 for members<br />
* Maximum Class Size: 5<br />
<br />
Part project class, part safety/skills training—this class orients you to the several fabrication tools Bloominglabs has to offer, as well as MIG welding techniques—culminating in a handmade metal stand. If you have ever wanted to learn about the metal shop, this class offers a realistic look at cutting, forming, welding, and finishing steel. Participants will learn the safety protocols, setup, and usage of several cutting tools to cut and form steel stock. They will practice setting up precise cuts, and then work to set these parts up in a way to accurately weld them together. Welding technique, safety, and finishing are offered in the 2nd half of this 4.5 hour class. Participants MUST come to class prepared with long sleeve shirts, long pants (NOT synthetic; wear denim, cotton, wool, or leather), a stocking cap or head covering, and leather closed-toed boots. Additionally, due to COVID-19, participants are expected to bring their own PPE which includes safety glasses, leather gloves, hearing protection, and wear a face mask but Bloominglabs does have some to borrow and isopropyl for cleaning.<br />
<br />
== May 2021==<br />
<br />
''' Rain Barrel Workshop '''<br />
<br />
''' Saturday, May 15th, 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 />
<br />
<br />
''' Plant Tower Workshop '''<br />
<br />
''' Saturday, May 15th, 2021 -- 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM '''<br />
[[File:Plant_tower.jpg|thumb]]<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 />
<br />
<br />
== April 2021 ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Lock Picking for Sport'''<br />
<br />
'''Saturday, April 24th, 2021 -- 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM'''<br />
<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 />
** Borrow-a-Kit Deposit: $10 <br />
* Maximum Class Size: 10 students (and up to 10 more at a future date)<br />
<br />
<br />
''' Plant Tower Workshop '''<br />
<br />
<strike>Sunday, April 11th, 2021</strike> Workshop date has been changed.<br />
<br />
''' Sunday, April 18th, 2021 -- 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM '''<br />
<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.<br />
<br />
<br />
''' Rain Barrel Workshop '''<br />
<br />
<strike>Sunday, April 11th, 2021</strike> Workshop date has been changed.<br />
<br />
Session 1: ''' Sunday, April 18th, 2021 -- 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM '''<br />
<br />
Session 2: ''' Sunday, April 18th, 2021 -- 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM '''<br />
* Format: In-Person, outside<br />
* Cost: $50 for the public, or $40 for Bloominglabs members <br />
* Maximum Class Size: 3 students<br />
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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 />
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''' Build an Outdoor Gym: Parkour Edition '''<br />
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''' Sunday, April 18th, 2021 -- 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM '''<br />
<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 />
<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 />
A set of convenient, portable, precision jump trainers that can be used anywhere<br />
OR Your very own vault box (will need to transport a box with footprint 3'x3' home)! All built with your own two hands!<br />
<br />
A collaboration between Bloominglabs and [https://www.bloomingtonparkour.com/ Bloomington Parkour].<br />
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==March 2021==<br />
<br />
''' Personal Mail Servers '''<br />
* Date: Saturday, March 27th, 2021 <br />
* Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM<br />
* Format: Virtual<br />
* Cost: $15 for the public, or $10 for Bloominglabs members <br />
* Maximum Class Size: 15 students<br />
<br />
Running your own email server can still be done and we’ll show you how in this virtual workshop. Doing it yourself gives you more freedom and control over what you can do with email. There are many different recipes, we’ll cover using your own domain names, mx records, Linux MTA configuration, and various services you can use to offload parts of the process if desired.<br />
<br />
<br />
''' Introduction to Police Scanners '''<br />
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[[File:Scanner.png]]<br />
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* Date: Tuesday March 23, 2021<br />
* Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM<br />
* Format: Virtual<br />
* Cost: $15 for the public, or $10 for Bloominglabs members (all proceeds go to Bloominglabs)<br />
* Maximum Class Size: 10 students<br />
<br />
This two hour online workshop will orient the participants to the<br />
hobby of public safety radio scanning (listening to Police/Fire/EMS<br />
radio traffic), with a focus on listening in the Bloomington and Monroe County area.<br />
<br />
We will present a brief history of public safety radio<br />
communications from one-way broadcasts up to multi-site digital<br />
trunking systems. Then we'll talk about and demonstrate the equipment<br />
required to receive these different systems, as well as show several online listening options for those without their own scanning<br />
equipment. Audience participation is strongly encouraged!<br />
<br />
No special equipment is required, but participants will need a computer that can run video-conferencing software.<br />
<br />
This is an introductory-level workshop, however later this year we will be hosting an advanced workshop where participants build a P25 digital police scanner from a Raspberry Pi computer and Software Defined Radios.<br />
<br />
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'''Plant Tower Workshop'''<br />
'''Sunday, March 21st, 2021 -- 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM'''<br />
<br />
In cases of weather postponement, workshop may be moved to March 28th.<br />
* Format: In-Person, outside<br />
* Cost: $50 for the public, or $40 for Bloominglabs members <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.<br />
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==January 2021==<br />
<br />
'''Workshop Workshop'''<br />
<br />
Saturday, January 16th, 2021<br />
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= 2019 Workshops =<br />
<br />
'''Book Binding Workshop - Sunday 27th October 2019'''<br />
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[[File:BindExample1.jpeg|400px]]<br />
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Come learn how to create a hand-bound hard-cover journal, and take yours home! We will fold our pages, sew them, and make our own covers from just boards and decorative cover paper. Learn about the components of a book, how they hold together, and take away the skills to make many more on your own.<br />
<br />
Cost: $50 for Non-Members, $45 for Members<br />
<br />
All materials provided.<br />
<br />
When: Sunday, 27th October 2019 1pm-4pm.<br />
<br />
Location: Bloominglabs<br />
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[[File:BindExample0.jpeg|400px]]<br />
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<br />
'''Plant Tower Workshop - 9/29'''<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. 3 hour class.<br />
<br />
Cost: $40 for members, $50 for non-members<br />
Time: 1pm - 4pm<br />
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[[File:plant tower small.jpg]]<br />
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= 2018 Events =<br />
[[Image:Workshops2018-spring-summer.png|none|thumb|300px|Workshop flyer]]<br />
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= Hosting Workshops =<br />
If you wish to host a workshop please look at [[Hosting_workshops]].<br />
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[[Category:Workshops]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2024-01-03T03:45:11Z<p>Dosman: </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 />
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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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[[Public meetings|We are open to the public Wednesday evenings]] from 7pm until 10pm. Our open hours are family friendly.<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 />
<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 often shop at Kroger, Kroger has a program to support local non-profit organizations. This program makes fundraising easy by donating to local organizations based on the shopping people do at Kroger. Steps for setting up Bloominglabs, or the NPO of your choice, are given here: <br />
<br />https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards<br />
<br />If you do choose Bloominglabs, every bit helps. Thank you!<br />
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<br />
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 [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 />
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===[[Public meetings]]!===<br />
* Wednesdays from 7pm until 10pm<br />
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* 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 />
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===Introduction to Parkour===<br />
''' Mondays -- 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM '''<br />
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* 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 />
<br />
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 />
<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 />
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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 />
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* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<br />
<br />
== Nearby Hackerspaces/Makerspace or initiatives: ==<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.iub.edu/~iumakes/index.html IU Makes]<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Mini_XY_Laser_EngraverMini XY Laser Engraver2023-08-29T17:36:49Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>== What is this? ==<br />
We have a Makeblock Mini X/Y Laser Engraver which anyone may use. It is very lightweight and portable so it is easy to borrow or set on larger objects for engraving jobs. It doesn't cut anything besides paper, but is fine for engraving things. <br />
* [https://openlab.makeblock.com/topic/57a95d6ec3e2e36a27ec98d7 https://openlab.makeblock.com/topic/57a95d6ec3e2e36a27ec98d7]<br />
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==== Safety ====<br />
A pair of laser safety goggles came with this laser. Laser Dan made a custom enclosure for this machine so it now has a laser-safe enclosure.<br />
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==Where did this come from?==<br />
During the summer of 2016 Instructables had a Makerspace challenge in which [https://www.instructables.com/featured/?keyword=Bloominglabs9189 we competed]. We had over 10 Featured Instructables which was good enough to win a $200 gift certificate to Make Block. Steve, Heath, and Nathan each kicked in some extra funds which allowed us to purchase this device. We also received a $50 3D Hubs Gift Code and 5 Instructables prize packs in this same contest.<br />
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<br />
== How do I hook up to it?==<br />
You connect your computer to it with a regular A-B USB cable. The laser engraver requires a 6-12v DC power supply with a regular barrel jack. Probably 2A will drive it, verify this. <br />
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==Software for controlling it==<br />
This laser requires different software than our main 40W [[Laser]]. There are several different packages which are supposed to be able to drive this laser engraver:<br />
* [http://learn.makeblock.com/en/software/#mlaser http://learn.makeblock.com/en/software/#mlaser] - mLaser for OSX and Windows<br />
** mLaser has a silly password of "123" to open, also a Supervisor password of "makeblock321", both without double quotes<br />
* [https://github.com/xeecos/LaserXYPlotter/releases https://github.com/xeecos/LaserXYPlotter/releases] - Laser Plotter for OSX and Windows<br />
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Other software: BenBox for Windows should also be compatible with this laser:<br />
* [https://forum.makeblock.com/t/trouble-using-xy-plotter-laser-engraver-with-benbox-software/6838 https://forum.makeblock.com/t/trouble-using-xy-plotter-laser-engraver-with-benbox-software/6838]<br />
* [http://learn.makeblock.cc/laserxy2/ http://learn.makeblock.cc/laserxy2/]<br />
* [http://download.makeblock.com/XY%20Plotter%20V2.0%20User%20Guide%20DownLoad%20Pack(English).zip http://download.makeblock.com/XY%20Plotter%20V2.0%20User%20Guide%20DownLoad%20Pack(English).zip]<br />
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These should take a vector (.svg) file as input and convert to Gcode needed to control the machine. However they can be finicky. It's been reported that sometimes hidden elements in .svg files created in Inkscape can induce undesired lines being engraved in a job. More testing and notes should follow.<br />
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[[Category:Laser]] [[Category:Tools]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Meeting_MinutesMeeting Minutes2023-03-09T02:22:44Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>== Meeting Minutes ==<br />
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==== March 4th, 2023 ====<br />
[[2023_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda and notes<br />
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==== March 12th, 2022 ====<br />
[[2022_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda and notes<br />
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==== 2021 Yearly Meeting Agenda/notes??? ====<br />
[[2021_Yearly_Meeting]] - These notes appear to have not been posted, stubbed in basic info on 3-12-2022<br />
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==== February 9th, 2020 ====<br />
[[2020_Yearly_Meeting_Agenda]] - Meeting agenda and notes together<br />
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==== Dec 15, 2019 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2019-12-15_meeting_agenda_with_notes]] - An agenda for the meeting and minutes to be added afterwords<br />
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==== Sept 22, 2019 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2019-09-22_MembersMeetingNotes]]<br />
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==== To insert more notes here upon conversion to MediaWiki format ====<br />
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==== March 9, 2019 Yearly Meeting ====<br />
[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes]]<br />
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==== July 18th, 2018 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2018-07-18_meeting_agenda_with_notes]]<br />
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==== June 13th, 2018 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2018-06-13_meeting_agenda_with_notes]]<br />
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==== March 21st, 2018 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2017-03-21_meeting_minutes]]<br />
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==== February 18th, 2018 ====<br />
[[2018_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda<br />
<br>[[2018_Yearly_Meeting_Notes]] - Meeting notes<br />
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==== February 11th, 2017 ====<br />
[[2017_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda<br />
<br>[[2017_Yearly_Meeting_Notes]] - Meeting notes<br />
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==== December 14th, 2016 ====<br />
[[2016-12-14_meeting_minutes]]<br />
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==== September 14th, 2016 ====<br />
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[[2016-09-14_meeting_minutes]] Primary topics: identifying and dealing with items taking up space in the workshop, ideas for how to make the Purgatory concept work better, and the potential for a metal casting workshop.<br />
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==== June 8th, 2016 ====<br />
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[[2016-06-08_meeting_minutes]] July 4th parade entry, air compressor purchase, dust collection accessory purchase, 3D printer purchase<br />
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==== March 10th, 2016 ====<br />
<br />
[[2016-03-10_meeting_minutes]] Workshop planning session<br />
<br />
==== August 5th, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-08-05_meeting_minutes]] Car lift location, large donation of mini-computers, Makevention & The Resale Trail.<br />
<br />
==== July 29th, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-07-29_meeting_minutes]] Meeting to decide renting the warehouse next door.<br />
<br />
==== July 22nd, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-07-22_meeting_notes]] Meeting to discuss possible expansion into warehouse next door.<br />
<br />
==== July 16, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-07-16_meeting_notes]] Meeting to discuss acquiring the car lift from Nick and installation.<br />
<br />
==== June 3rd, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-06-03_meeting_minutes]] School Factory, Treasurer's Report, July 4th Parade, Logo, Upcoming Workshops, Car Lift, Temporary Memberships<br />
<br />
==== January 25th, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
Yearly meeting, [[2015_Annual_Meeting]] info here.<br />
<br />
==== January 21th, 2015 ====<br />
* Meeting to vote on bylaw amendment to support 2 at-large officers<br />
<br />
==== September 10th, 2014 ====<br />
* Discussed dumpster and internet status. Also discussed amending our by-laws to include conflict-of-interest article needed for when we apply for 501c3 status as well as some other minor changes.<br />
<br />
==== July, 2014 ====<br />
No meetings, but relocated to South Rogers warehouse during this month. Much activity and discussions occurred during this time despite the lack of formal meetings to document.<br />
<br />
==== March 9th, 2014 ====<br />
<br />
Meeting agenda:<br />
* Discuss viability of leasing the warehouse Adam Nahas would like to sublet to us (different from the previous warehouse he originally proposed).<br />
** Positives: double our current space, more ability to expand as needed later on<br />
** Negatives: much more expensive, buildout costs are a concern, AC not available (heat questionable), not being able to get onto the main lease as we requested was a large problem.<br />
<br />
A final vote a week after this meeting decided against this move.<br />
<br />
==== January 11th, 2014 ====<br />
<br />
Yearly meeting, [[2014_Yearly_Meeting]] info here.<br />
<br />
==== October 16th 2013 ====<br />
Meeting agenda:<br />
* Stolen PC found in dumpster behind building, reported to police<br />
* Physical space re-org<br />
** Starting with storage room - 4'x8' shelving unit will be removed, Nathan has 7 steel shelves which can be used to line the walls. This should open the room up more and also allow it to have a workbench so it can be used more.<br />
** Will plan to move Nathans shelves on-site on 10-23, will start before public meeting opens up<br />
<br />
==== September 11th, 2013 ====<br />
Met with Adam Nahas at a warehouse he intends to rent and sublet on West 11th street. Open meeting for any Blabs members who want to check it out.<br />
<br />
<br />
==== July 17th, 2013 ====<br />
<br />
Meeting agenda:<br />
* Treasurers report<br />
* Makevention<br />
** where are things at<br />
** laser cut badge design status (Dan)<br />
** T-shirt printing for Makevention and Bloominglabs<br />
** fund raising ideas for Bloominglabs at Makevention (selling Rage-face ink stampers, Jay's turned wooden pens, etc)<br />
** other things?<br />
* Bloominglabs<br />
** We should make plans about the space independent of the firehouse, will be some time before that project moves forwards<br />
*** The old Mother Hubbard Cupboard location on 3rd street may be available for us to check out soon, lessor wants to rent it to a non-profit<br />
*** 1300sq ft, our current space is 1000sq ft<br />
** Workshops - how the June workshops worked out (blue barrels, machining workshops)<br />
** Maby think of some ideas for workshops after Makevention<br />
** We've had a lot of new members in the past few months, questions and comments from the new folks? (or old folks)<br />
** Allyn's space reorg drafts - discuss reorganization of the new space<br />
* Vic brought up the idea of a rocket launch Saturday in September, more info TBA<br />
<br />
==== March 14th, 2013 ====<br />
* Proposed, voted on, and ratified bylaws to support two membership classes, new class supports a hardship/student/reduced membership rate<br />
* Announced we can start taking donations for the laser cutter<br />
<br />
==== February 27th, 2013 ====<br />
* Members meeting about outreach<br />
* Got input from everyone and talked about our 501(c)(3) tax status and how that relates to outreach<br />
* Discussed the laser fundraising, model to focus on<br />
<br />
==== February 3rd, 2013 ====<br />
* We need to update this for the 2012 meetings.<br />
* [[2013_Yearly_Meeting]] - 2013 Yearly Meeting Outline<br />
* [[YearlyMeeting2013Notes]] - Notes Notes from the 2013 Yearly Meeting<br />
<br />
==== 2012 ====<br />
There are no notes from meetings that happened in 2012. Rest assured that lots happened this year. See the [[Bloominglabs Log]] for details on activities during this period.<br />
<br />
==== December 7th, 2011 ====<br />
*Discussed treasurers report and the upcoming yearly meeting date. Previously the 21st was suggested, however Saturday January 7th is the only date that works for everyone who has spoken up at this time (in the morning hours).<br />
*Discussed workshop ideas for 2012. First idea was to have a two-part soldering workshop in February. First part would have a basic kit led by Nathan, second part would have a surface-mount focus led by Nick. Current dates for this are Feb 16th and the 23rd.<br />
*Attempted to hand-out RFID fobs, however a technical issue prevented us getting them programmed into the RFID access controller. This has been rectified as of this writing (12/28/11). <br />
<br />
==== October 19, 2011 ====<br />
<br />
New people<br />
*Joe<br />
*Aaron<br />
*Steve<br />
*Mark<br />
*Andrew<br />
<br />
Members<br />
*Jonathan<br />
*Daniel<br />
*dosman<br />
*Barry<br />
*Nick<br />
<br />
dosman Rumble Challenge Demo.<br />
<br />
Rex brought Pixis 2000 pharmaceutical dispensing cabinet (Pentium based) for hacking purposes, storing projects, part vending.<br />
<br />
==== August 10th, 2011 ====<br />
Treasurers report<br />
Discussed bills<br />
Misc. items<br />
<br />
==== July 6, 2011 ====<br />
Move stuff<br />
*Most of the move done July 4th<br />
*Tables and chairs acquired for the new space<br />
*Met at the Collaboration Room and packed up everything left at this location, moved to new space on Roll Ave.<br />
<br />
Post-move Discussion<br />
*Round-table between all members on how we plan to use the different rooms of the new space<br />
*New costs associated with the new space<br />
*Ways to increase security<br />
<br />
==== 2011 1304 ====<br />
<br />
Geocache stuff<br />
*Steve showed everybody his Twilio-based geocache-logging-by-cellphone app, which folks liked.<br />
*Jennet and Steve looked into GPS simulators for testing the reverse geocache. Steve brought in the wooden box he proposes to use.<br />
*Steve looked at some sample code and making sure all the libraries including the SD card library will work together properly (sometimes libraries will need the same pin, and you have to go in and change the C code or be otherwise creative).<br />
*Some members successfully geocached before the meeting. <br />
<br />
July 4th Parade <br />
* Charlie and Ross did some more work on the strandbeest. They've built 3 legs now. Mechanical engineering challenges are being addressed.<br />
* More fun with Twinkie cannons including some 'safety testing'<br />
* some experimentation with the set of IR LEDs being considered for use in the IR sign<br />
* Rex printed up some nice circuit boards for the IR sign using Nick's design.<br />
<br />
Other Stuff<br />
* A new visitor, Nick, worked on a kit to build a temperature controller for a fridge or other controlled temperature environment. He soldered it up completely by the end of the meeting. <br />
* Some playing around with the electric wheelchair. It seems to lose power pretty fast. One of the 3 Nathans is looking into working out the control protocol.<br />
* Rex has done some more research on the robot platform in the storage room and has ideas for that.<br />
<br />
==== 2011 0902 ====<br />
<br />
July 4th Parade <br />
* Meetings for 4th of July Topics to come<br />
* New channel announced, #july4<br />
* what kind of float will we have? A theremin on a standbeest? <br />
* july 4 project proposal: giant smoke ring generators from barrels and shower curtain<br />
* cupcake challenge: send a cupcake 1000km away, get points for packaging, presentation, cupcake itself, etc. gps+ez-bake? <br />
* video cameras at the 4th: manipulate the videographers with infrared. Make something that only video cameras can see using far-ir leds. <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==== October 13, 2010 ====<br />
Attendees: Jenett, Nathan, Brent, Justin, Barry, Jenn, and others<br />
<br />
Topics covered:<br />
* Treasurer's report<br />
* Update on insurance - provider located who is willing to cover us<br />
* Bylaws<br />
<br />
==== September 15, 2010 ====<br />
Attendees: Jenett, Nathan, Brent, Nick<br />
<br />
Topics covered:<br />
* Treasurer presented financial report up to this point<br />
* Insurance for the space is still being investigated<br />
* Bylaw additions<br />
** Add 2nd membership class, $20 dues with key access and no voting rights<br />
** Bloominglabs termination article to govern a conversion to a non-profit; and to govern a termination of the organization all-together<br />
<br />
==== August 11, 2010 ====<br />
Attendees: Jenett, Steve, Nathan, Will, Joe, Barry, Jenn, Brent, Justin<br />
<br />
Collected membership dues from core group, collected member addresses to have on file. Discussed liability waivers (everyone signed one), and safety guidelines that the space should adopt. Discussed meeting with lawyer. Discussed possibility of getting a RedCross instructor to teach first-aid to the group. Discussed meeting rules (with intent to keep them focused and as short as possible). Everyone shown location of fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and first-aid kit.<br />
<br />
Membership Agreement<br />
* Contact info - emergency contact info as well<br />
* Will knows a woman, Merridith, who says their hackerspace made $80K a year teaching classes<br />
** Their may be issues if we dissolve the LLC with the equipment - we may need to get rid of it.<br />
* Nathan and Jenett will try to meet with a tax advisor next week<br />
<br />
Safety Training<br />
* As a group, go through how to use equipment<br />
* Trained group then trains future members<br />
* Barry - Should have some sort of requirements for being a trainer like proof they can use the equipment and we should all take a first aid course<br />
* Will - Red Cross will do training and what kind of safety equipment should we have?<br />
* Barry - Glasses, ear plugs, gloves, apron<br />
* Nathan - Menards has rated glasses for $1<br />
* Will - Note when to use safety equipment and when not to<br />
* Nathan pointed out the fire extinguisher and the first aid kit<br />
* Questions about where the breakers are (we should find them!)<br />
<br />
New Members<br />
* Make new members attend public meetings for a while<br />
* Have them get a recommendation from a current member<br />
* Barry - make sure new members know the house rules and we should be prepared to kick people out if needed<br />
* Will - We may need to remove people who are "damaging the harmony of the group"<br />
* Nathan - Always be excellent to each other.<br />
* Will - limit the number of full members and does making people members mean a difference in liability?<br />
* Barry - Perhaps there could be different levels of membership<br />
<br />
==== June 30, 2010 ====<br />
<br />
Attendees: Nathan, Joe, Nick, Jon, Steve, Will.<br />
<br />
Discussed possible names. See the wiki page for details [[Possible_Names]].<br />
<br />
Discussed the possibility of naming a President, Treasurer, etc. Decided not to do that at this time, but Stephen Charlesworth was named Secretary.<br />
<br />
Discussion of dues and rent.<br />
In order to make the room/space a reality we need a plan to fund this.<br />
We will not at this time set a definite rate for monthly dues, but the number $40 for full membership was thrown out there.<br />
Will possibly have different tiers.<br />
<br />
Also, it'd be good to have other conditions for membership (existing members vote on new members).<br />
<br />
Pondered possibly starting an LLC, talking with a lawyer, etc. to make things more formal and official.<br />
<br />
Q: are their free consultations for non-profits offered thru I.U.?<br />
<br />
==== Informal Meetings January through June 2010 ====<br />
Many informal meetings held between these dates, general topics.<br />
<br />
==== December 1st, 2009 ====<br />
Rex worked on his X-Y stepper motor rig. Discussed having a surface mount class with Nick, need to acquire some hardware first. Rex offered his place up for a future meeting location, discussed having this early 2010 on a Friday evening.<br />
<br />
==== November 24th, 2009 ====<br />
Nathan assisted Will on the fringe detector circuit, tested out different photo-transistors. Barry got his CD-R laser operational (removed from the drive).<br />
<br />
==== November 17th, 2009 ====<br />
Met at Barry & Jenn's house while Jenett was away at SC09. Rex and Will got the [[Laser_Interferometer]] fringe detector circuit operational. Steve tested an RFID reader on his Arduino. Jenn worked on her LED bracelet. Barry extracted a high power laser from a CD burner.<br />
<br />
==== November 10th, 2009 ====<br />
Will brought his [[Laser_Interferometer]] gear and set it up with Nathan's green laser pointer. Started working on building a detector to count fringes. Rex worked on an old Oscilloscope.<br />
<br />
==== November 3rd, 2009 ====<br />
General topics covered.<br />
<br />
==== October 27th, 2009 ====<br />
10th meeting. General topics covered. Nathan setup a laptop to run Graffiti Research Lab's Laser Tag projector/laser tracking program for use at Phreaknic 13. Jenett disassembled a VCR to get a motor as well as worked on a costume. Also worked on her laser harp project.<br />
<br />
==== October 20th, 2009 ====<br />
9th meeting. General topics covered.<br />
<br />
==== October 13th, 2009 ====<br />
No meeting<br />
<br />
==== October 6th, 2009 ====<br />
8th meeting, 10 attendees. Jenett tested out Will's telescope CCD with the microscope. Will brought his Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and showed off his new ability to control the X-Y axis control through Scheme. <br />
<br />
==== September 29th, 2009 ====<br />
7th meeting, 9 attendees. Started off by making speakers out of wire coils attached to the bottom of plastic cups. Jenett tested out a microscope. Nathan demoed his Arduino kiosk input device he's working on. Several of us debugged a few of the AVR programmers and got them back into working condition again.<br />
<br />
==== September 22nd, 2009 ====<br />
Sixth meeting, 9 attendees. Started off by reconfiguring WiFi for easier access of attendees. Next 1.5 hours was a formal discussion about the direction of the space, what projects people are working on, and about continued use of Jenett's basement. At the end, Rex showed us the complete process of how he etches circuit boards, creating 6 ATiny programmer boards in the process.<br />
<br />
Discussion points:<br />
*We may continue using Jenett's basement for another 6 months (until Apr 2010), at that time we will re-evaluate if use of the basement is still acceptable or meeting our needs. If we have enough interest we may begin discussing becoming more formal as a group and finding a space to rent.<br />
*If we get to a point that we have shared tools stored in the space then unattended use of the basement can be accommodated by installing an outside door lock and a door at the top of the stairs.<br />
*All agreed that we need to have our weekly meeting even if the basement is configured to allow unattended access, a large part of this group is sharing knowledge while we are all together at the same time.<br />
*All agreed that for now, while meeting in Jenett's basement, the space will be invite only (read: we are not advertising the group or otherwise publicly seeking more attendees. However, if you found us and are interested ask us if you can attend a meeting and you will more than likely be invited). Unattended access to the basement, if configured, would only be provided to attendees that have been to several meetings and are in good standing.<br />
*The issue of a more formal name for our group and moving the wiki/mailing list to a new name was raised, it was decided it was not a critical issue at this point. At the 6 month mark we can revisit the issue if/when a more formal entity is started.<br />
*Mark discussed the makerbot and how he intends to buy one in the near future; also that if we where interested he could bring it in to a meeting so we can try using it<br />
*Discussed the idea of having regular presentations on our own areas of expertise, Nathan volunteered to do this first on a small Arduino program he wrote at the next meeting<br />
*Round table discussion of what projects each of us wants to work on and accomplish <br />
<br />
==== September 15th, 2009 ====<br />
Fifth meeting, 9 attendees. General AVR and Arduino free-for-all.<br />
<br />
==== September 8th, 2009 ====<br />
Fourth meeting, 6 attendees. More AVR programming, discussed microcontroller projects for True Dungeon. N64 power cord repairs. Nathan setup his 5V 20A regulated power supply so each person can power their breadboard without having to find an outlet to plug-in a power brick. Uploaded more AVR code to the wiki for easy access. At 9:16pm we watched the International Space Station and the shuttle Discovery fly over Bloomington together, quite fantastic!<br />
<br />
==== September 1st, 2009 ====<br />
Third meeting (Jenett's basement - all future meetings will be here unless otherwise specified), 9 attendees. Setup tables and chairs in the basement, moved in mini fridge from the garage. Everyone setup proto boards with AVR/ATMega chips, worked out problems with ATTiny USB programmers and avr_dude/gcc software. Uploaded AVR blinky test code to the wiki ([[AVR]]). Looked at Jupiter with Jenett's 8" telescope at the end of the evening.<br />
<br />
==== August 19th, 2009 ====<br />
Second meeting (Max's Place), 9 attendees. Discussed what it is we want to accomplish with this group and what people want to get out of it. Agreed to meet at Jenett's house for our next meeting to learn AVR programming and discuss using her basement as a future meeting <br />
location and potential hacker space.<br />
<br />
==== June 6th, 2009 ====<br />
First meeting (Bakehouse), 4 attendees. Discussed forming a group of people before moving forwards with the space. Also discussed having an informal "group tool sharing" program.<br />
<br />
[[Category: Meetings]]<br />
[[Category: History]]<br />
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<div>Agenda and notes from the 2023 Yearly Meeting. This meeting was scheduled and held held on March 4th 2023.<br />
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Please update this page with more detail, remove this comment once completed.<br />
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== Quorum ==<br />
Quorum was achieved with the attendance of at least 25% of our voting membership (45 voting members as of 3/4/23 for a quorum count of 12 full members required).<br />
<br />
Attendees:<br />
* Tobias - sitting President<br />
* Josh - sitting Treasurer<br />
* Jimmy - sitting Secretary<br />
* Apple - sitting At Large<br />
* Rebecca - sitting At Large<br />
* Apple<br />
* Ian<br />
* Kevin<br />
* Heath<br />
* Pealer<br />
* Nathan<br />
* Allyn<br />
* Pete<br />
* others which certainly were missed, there was an attendee list taken on hard-copy<br />
<br />
<br />
== Agenda ==<br />
<br />
* Treasurers Report: (contained in the 2022 annual report - insert link here once finalized)<br />
<br />
* The 2022 Annual Report contained the rest of the agenda used for the meeting:<br />
** --google doc--<br />
** The Annual Report was a work-in-progress as-presented at the meeting but did contain all required information.<br />
<br />
* New members were voted in for President, Treasurer, Secretary, and both At-Large positions on our board:<br />
** President - Ian<br />
** Treasurer - Apple<br />
** Secretary - Jimmy<br />
** At-Large #1 - Pealer<br />
** At-Large #2 - Rebecca<br />
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=== Other agenda items discussed ===<br />
* April 11th - potential first Makevention committee meeting suggested by Apple<br />
* Proposed first board meeting for 2023: March 21st<br />
** Proposed 3rd Tuesday of every month<br />
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[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Meeting_MinutesMeeting Minutes2023-03-09T02:07:23Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>== Meeting Minutes ==<br />
<br />
==== March 4th, 2023 ====<br />
[[2023_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda and notes<br />
<br />
<br />
==== March 12th, 2022 ====<br />
[[2022_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda and notes<br />
<br />
<br />
==== 2021 Yearly Meeting Agenda/notes??? ====<br />
[[2021_Yearly_Meeting]] - These notes appear to have not been posted, stubbed in basic info on 3-12-2022<br />
<br />
==== February 9th, 2020 ====<br />
[[2020_Yearly_Meeting_Agenda]] - Meeting agenda and notes together<br />
<br />
==== Dec 15, 2019 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2019-12-15_meeting_agenda_with_notes]] - An agenda for the meeting and minutes to be added afterwords<br />
<br />
==== Sept 22, 2019 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2019-09-22_MembersMeetingNotes]]<br />
<br />
==== To insert more notes here upon conversion to MediaWiki format ====<br />
<br />
==== March 9, 2019 Yearly Meeting ====<br />
[[2019_Yearly_Meeting_Notes]]<br />
<br />
==== July 18th, 2018 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2018-07-18_meeting_agenda_with_notes]]<br />
<br />
==== June 13th, 2018 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2018-06-13_meeting_agenda_with_notes]]<br />
<br />
==== March 21st, 2018 Members Meeting ====<br />
[[2017-03-21_meeting_minutes]]<br />
<br />
<br />
==== February 18th, 2018 ====<br />
[[2018_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda<br />
<br>[[2018_Yearly_Meeting_Notes]] - Meeting notes<br />
<br />
<br />
==== February 11th, 2017 ====<br />
[[2017_Yearly_Meeting]] - Meeting agenda<br />
<br>[[2017_Yearly_Meeting_Notes]] - Meeting notes<br />
<br />
==== December 14th, 2016 ====<br />
[[2016-12-14_meeting_minutes]]<br />
<br />
==== September 14th, 2016 ====<br />
<br />
[[2016-09-14_meeting_minutes]] Primary topics: identifying and dealing with items taking up space in the workshop, ideas for how to make the Purgatory concept work better, and the potential for a metal casting workshop.<br />
<br />
==== June 8th, 2016 ====<br />
<br />
[[2016-06-08_meeting_minutes]] July 4th parade entry, air compressor purchase, dust collection accessory purchase, 3D printer purchase<br />
<br />
==== March 10th, 2016 ====<br />
<br />
[[2016-03-10_meeting_minutes]] Workshop planning session<br />
<br />
==== August 5th, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-08-05_meeting_minutes]] Car lift location, large donation of mini-computers, Makevention & The Resale Trail.<br />
<br />
==== July 29th, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-07-29_meeting_minutes]] Meeting to decide renting the warehouse next door.<br />
<br />
==== July 22nd, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-07-22_meeting_notes]] Meeting to discuss possible expansion into warehouse next door.<br />
<br />
==== July 16, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-07-16_meeting_notes]] Meeting to discuss acquiring the car lift from Nick and installation.<br />
<br />
==== June 3rd, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
[[2015-06-03_meeting_minutes]] School Factory, Treasurer's Report, July 4th Parade, Logo, Upcoming Workshops, Car Lift, Temporary Memberships<br />
<br />
==== January 25th, 2015 ====<br />
<br />
Yearly meeting, [[2015_Annual_Meeting]] info here.<br />
<br />
==== January 21th, 2015 ====<br />
* Meeting to vote on bylaw amendment to support 2 at-large officers<br />
<br />
==== September 10th, 2014 ====<br />
* Discussed dumpster and internet status. Also discussed amending our by-laws to include conflict-of-interest article needed for when we apply for 501c3 status as well as some other minor changes.<br />
<br />
==== July, 2014 ====<br />
No meetings, but relocated to South Rogers warehouse during this month. Much activity and discussions occurred during this time despite the lack of formal meetings to document.<br />
<br />
==== March 9th, 2014 ====<br />
<br />
Meeting agenda:<br />
* Discuss viability of leasing the warehouse Adam Nahas would like to sublet to us (different from the previous warehouse he originally proposed).<br />
** Positives: double our current space, more ability to expand as needed later on<br />
** Negatives: much more expensive, buildout costs are a concern, AC not available (heat questionable), not being able to get onto the main lease as we requested was a large problem.<br />
<br />
A final vote a week after this meeting decided against this move.<br />
<br />
==== January 11th, 2014 ====<br />
<br />
Yearly meeting, [[2014_Yearly_Meeting]] info here.<br />
<br />
==== October 16th 2013 ====<br />
Meeting agenda:<br />
* Stolen PC found in dumpster behind building, reported to police<br />
* Physical space re-org<br />
** Starting with storage room - 4'x8' shelving unit will be removed, Nathan has 7 steel shelves which can be used to line the walls. This should open the room up more and also allow it to have a workbench so it can be used more.<br />
** Will plan to move Nathans shelves on-site on 10-23, will start before public meeting opens up<br />
<br />
==== September 11th, 2013 ====<br />
Met with Adam Nahas at a warehouse he intends to rent and sublet on West 11th street. Open meeting for any Blabs members who want to check it out.<br />
<br />
<br />
==== July 17th, 2013 ====<br />
<br />
Meeting agenda:<br />
* Treasurers report<br />
* Makevention<br />
** where are things at<br />
** laser cut badge design status (Dan)<br />
** T-shirt printing for Makevention and Bloominglabs<br />
** fund raising ideas for Bloominglabs at Makevention (selling Rage-face ink stampers, Jay's turned wooden pens, etc)<br />
** other things?<br />
* Bloominglabs<br />
** We should make plans about the space independent of the firehouse, will be some time before that project moves forwards<br />
*** The old Mother Hubbard Cupboard location on 3rd street may be available for us to check out soon, lessor wants to rent it to a non-profit<br />
*** 1300sq ft, our current space is 1000sq ft<br />
** Workshops - how the June workshops worked out (blue barrels, machining workshops)<br />
** Maby think of some ideas for workshops after Makevention<br />
** We've had a lot of new members in the past few months, questions and comments from the new folks? (or old folks)<br />
** Allyn's space reorg drafts - discuss reorganization of the new space<br />
* Vic brought up the idea of a rocket launch Saturday in September, more info TBA<br />
<br />
==== March 14th, 2013 ====<br />
* Proposed, voted on, and ratified bylaws to support two membership classes, new class supports a hardship/student/reduced membership rate<br />
* Announced we can start taking donations for the laser cutter<br />
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==== February 27th, 2013 ====<br />
* Members meeting about outreach<br />
* Got input from everyone and talked about our 501(c)(3) tax status and how that relates to outreach<br />
* Discussed the laser fundraising, model to focus on<br />
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==== February 3rd, 2013 ====<br />
* We need to update this for the 2012 meetings.<br />
* [[2013_Yearly_Meeting]] - 2013 Yearly Meeting Outline<br />
* [[YearlyMeeting2013Notes]] - Notes Notes from the 2013 Yearly Meeting<br />
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==== 2012 ====<br />
There are no notes from meetings that happened in 2012. Rest assured that lots happened this year. See the [[Bloominglabs Log]] for details on activities during this period.<br />
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==== December 7th, 2011 ====<br />
*Discussed treasurers report and the upcoming yearly meeting date. Previously the 21st was suggested, however Saturday January 7th is the only date that works for everyone who has spoken up at this time (in the morning hours).<br />
*Discussed workshop ideas for 2012. First idea was to have a two-part soldering workshop in February. First part would have a basic kit led by Nathan, second part would have a surface-mount focus led by Nick. Current dates for this are Feb 16th and the 23rd.<br />
*Attempted to hand-out RFID fobs, however a technical issue prevented us getting them programmed into the RFID access controller. This has been rectified as of this writing (12/28/11). <br />
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==== October 19, 2011 ====<br />
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New people<br />
*Joe<br />
*Aaron<br />
*Steve<br />
*Mark<br />
*Andrew<br />
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Members<br />
*Jonathan<br />
*Daniel<br />
*dosman<br />
*Barry<br />
*Nick<br />
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dosman Rumble Challenge Demo.<br />
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Rex brought Pixis 2000 pharmaceutical dispensing cabinet (Pentium based) for hacking purposes, storing projects, part vending.<br />
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==== August 10th, 2011 ====<br />
Treasurers report<br />
Discussed bills<br />
Misc. items<br />
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==== July 6, 2011 ====<br />
Move stuff<br />
*Most of the move done July 4th<br />
*Tables and chairs acquired for the new space<br />
*Met at the Collaboration Room and packed up everything left at this location, moved to new space on Roll Ave.<br />
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Post-move Discussion<br />
*Round-table between all members on how we plan to use the different rooms of the new space<br />
*New costs associated with the new space<br />
*Ways to increase security<br />
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==== 2011 1304 ====<br />
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Geocache stuff<br />
*Steve showed everybody his Twilio-based geocache-logging-by-cellphone app, which folks liked.<br />
*Jennet and Steve looked into GPS simulators for testing the reverse geocache. Steve brought in the wooden box he proposes to use.<br />
*Steve looked at some sample code and making sure all the libraries including the SD card library will work together properly (sometimes libraries will need the same pin, and you have to go in and change the C code or be otherwise creative).<br />
*Some members successfully geocached before the meeting. <br />
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July 4th Parade <br />
* Charlie and Ross did some more work on the strandbeest. They've built 3 legs now. Mechanical engineering challenges are being addressed.<br />
* More fun with Twinkie cannons including some 'safety testing'<br />
* some experimentation with the set of IR LEDs being considered for use in the IR sign<br />
* Rex printed up some nice circuit boards for the IR sign using Nick's design.<br />
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Other Stuff<br />
* A new visitor, Nick, worked on a kit to build a temperature controller for a fridge or other controlled temperature environment. He soldered it up completely by the end of the meeting. <br />
* Some playing around with the electric wheelchair. It seems to lose power pretty fast. One of the 3 Nathans is looking into working out the control protocol.<br />
* Rex has done some more research on the robot platform in the storage room and has ideas for that.<br />
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==== 2011 0902 ====<br />
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July 4th Parade <br />
* Meetings for 4th of July Topics to come<br />
* New channel announced, #july4<br />
* what kind of float will we have? A theremin on a standbeest? <br />
* july 4 project proposal: giant smoke ring generators from barrels and shower curtain<br />
* cupcake challenge: send a cupcake 1000km away, get points for packaging, presentation, cupcake itself, etc. gps+ez-bake? <br />
* video cameras at the 4th: manipulate the videographers with infrared. Make something that only video cameras can see using far-ir leds. <br />
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==== October 13, 2010 ====<br />
Attendees: Jenett, Nathan, Brent, Justin, Barry, Jenn, and others<br />
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Topics covered:<br />
* Treasurer's report<br />
* Update on insurance - provider located who is willing to cover us<br />
* Bylaws<br />
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==== September 15, 2010 ====<br />
Attendees: Jenett, Nathan, Brent, Nick<br />
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Topics covered:<br />
* Treasurer presented financial report up to this point<br />
* Insurance for the space is still being investigated<br />
* Bylaw additions<br />
** Add 2nd membership class, $20 dues with key access and no voting rights<br />
** Bloominglabs termination article to govern a conversion to a non-profit; and to govern a termination of the organization all-together<br />
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==== August 11, 2010 ====<br />
Attendees: Jenett, Steve, Nathan, Will, Joe, Barry, Jenn, Brent, Justin<br />
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Collected membership dues from core group, collected member addresses to have on file. Discussed liability waivers (everyone signed one), and safety guidelines that the space should adopt. Discussed meeting with lawyer. Discussed possibility of getting a RedCross instructor to teach first-aid to the group. Discussed meeting rules (with intent to keep them focused and as short as possible). Everyone shown location of fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and first-aid kit.<br />
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Membership Agreement<br />
* Contact info - emergency contact info as well<br />
* Will knows a woman, Merridith, who says their hackerspace made $80K a year teaching classes<br />
** Their may be issues if we dissolve the LLC with the equipment - we may need to get rid of it.<br />
* Nathan and Jenett will try to meet with a tax advisor next week<br />
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Safety Training<br />
* As a group, go through how to use equipment<br />
* Trained group then trains future members<br />
* Barry - Should have some sort of requirements for being a trainer like proof they can use the equipment and we should all take a first aid course<br />
* Will - Red Cross will do training and what kind of safety equipment should we have?<br />
* Barry - Glasses, ear plugs, gloves, apron<br />
* Nathan - Menards has rated glasses for $1<br />
* Will - Note when to use safety equipment and when not to<br />
* Nathan pointed out the fire extinguisher and the first aid kit<br />
* Questions about where the breakers are (we should find them!)<br />
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New Members<br />
* Make new members attend public meetings for a while<br />
* Have them get a recommendation from a current member<br />
* Barry - make sure new members know the house rules and we should be prepared to kick people out if needed<br />
* Will - We may need to remove people who are "damaging the harmony of the group"<br />
* Nathan - Always be excellent to each other.<br />
* Will - limit the number of full members and does making people members mean a difference in liability?<br />
* Barry - Perhaps there could be different levels of membership<br />
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==== June 30, 2010 ====<br />
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Attendees: Nathan, Joe, Nick, Jon, Steve, Will.<br />
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Discussed possible names. See the wiki page for details [[Possible_Names]].<br />
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Discussed the possibility of naming a President, Treasurer, etc. Decided not to do that at this time, but Stephen Charlesworth was named Secretary.<br />
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Discussion of dues and rent.<br />
In order to make the room/space a reality we need a plan to fund this.<br />
We will not at this time set a definite rate for monthly dues, but the number $40 for full membership was thrown out there.<br />
Will possibly have different tiers.<br />
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Also, it'd be good to have other conditions for membership (existing members vote on new members).<br />
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Pondered possibly starting an LLC, talking with a lawyer, etc. to make things more formal and official.<br />
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Q: are their free consultations for non-profits offered thru I.U.?<br />
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==== Informal Meetings January through June 2010 ====<br />
Many informal meetings held between these dates, general topics.<br />
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==== December 1st, 2009 ====<br />
Rex worked on his X-Y stepper motor rig. Discussed having a surface mount class with Nick, need to acquire some hardware first. Rex offered his place up for a future meeting location, discussed having this early 2010 on a Friday evening.<br />
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==== November 24th, 2009 ====<br />
Nathan assisted Will on the fringe detector circuit, tested out different photo-transistors. Barry got his CD-R laser operational (removed from the drive).<br />
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==== November 17th, 2009 ====<br />
Met at Barry & Jenn's house while Jenett was away at SC09. Rex and Will got the [[Laser_Interferometer]] fringe detector circuit operational. Steve tested an RFID reader on his Arduino. Jenn worked on her LED bracelet. Barry extracted a high power laser from a CD burner.<br />
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==== November 10th, 2009 ====<br />
Will brought his [[Laser_Interferometer]] gear and set it up with Nathan's green laser pointer. Started working on building a detector to count fringes. Rex worked on an old Oscilloscope.<br />
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==== November 3rd, 2009 ====<br />
General topics covered.<br />
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==== October 27th, 2009 ====<br />
10th meeting. General topics covered. Nathan setup a laptop to run Graffiti Research Lab's Laser Tag projector/laser tracking program for use at Phreaknic 13. Jenett disassembled a VCR to get a motor as well as worked on a costume. Also worked on her laser harp project.<br />
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==== October 20th, 2009 ====<br />
9th meeting. General topics covered.<br />
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==== October 13th, 2009 ====<br />
No meeting<br />
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==== October 6th, 2009 ====<br />
8th meeting, 10 attendees. Jenett tested out Will's telescope CCD with the microscope. Will brought his Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and showed off his new ability to control the X-Y axis control through Scheme. <br />
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==== September 29th, 2009 ====<br />
7th meeting, 9 attendees. Started off by making speakers out of wire coils attached to the bottom of plastic cups. Jenett tested out a microscope. Nathan demoed his Arduino kiosk input device he's working on. Several of us debugged a few of the AVR programmers and got them back into working condition again.<br />
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==== September 22nd, 2009 ====<br />
Sixth meeting, 9 attendees. Started off by reconfiguring WiFi for easier access of attendees. Next 1.5 hours was a formal discussion about the direction of the space, what projects people are working on, and about continued use of Jenett's basement. At the end, Rex showed us the complete process of how he etches circuit boards, creating 6 ATiny programmer boards in the process.<br />
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Discussion points:<br />
*We may continue using Jenett's basement for another 6 months (until Apr 2010), at that time we will re-evaluate if use of the basement is still acceptable or meeting our needs. If we have enough interest we may begin discussing becoming more formal as a group and finding a space to rent.<br />
*If we get to a point that we have shared tools stored in the space then unattended use of the basement can be accommodated by installing an outside door lock and a door at the top of the stairs.<br />
*All agreed that we need to have our weekly meeting even if the basement is configured to allow unattended access, a large part of this group is sharing knowledge while we are all together at the same time.<br />
*All agreed that for now, while meeting in Jenett's basement, the space will be invite only (read: we are not advertising the group or otherwise publicly seeking more attendees. However, if you found us and are interested ask us if you can attend a meeting and you will more than likely be invited). Unattended access to the basement, if configured, would only be provided to attendees that have been to several meetings and are in good standing.<br />
*The issue of a more formal name for our group and moving the wiki/mailing list to a new name was raised, it was decided it was not a critical issue at this point. At the 6 month mark we can revisit the issue if/when a more formal entity is started.<br />
*Mark discussed the makerbot and how he intends to buy one in the near future; also that if we where interested he could bring it in to a meeting so we can try using it<br />
*Discussed the idea of having regular presentations on our own areas of expertise, Nathan volunteered to do this first on a small Arduino program he wrote at the next meeting<br />
*Round table discussion of what projects each of us wants to work on and accomplish <br />
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==== September 15th, 2009 ====<br />
Fifth meeting, 9 attendees. General AVR and Arduino free-for-all.<br />
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==== September 8th, 2009 ====<br />
Fourth meeting, 6 attendees. More AVR programming, discussed microcontroller projects for True Dungeon. N64 power cord repairs. Nathan setup his 5V 20A regulated power supply so each person can power their breadboard without having to find an outlet to plug-in a power brick. Uploaded more AVR code to the wiki for easy access. At 9:16pm we watched the International Space Station and the shuttle Discovery fly over Bloomington together, quite fantastic!<br />
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==== September 1st, 2009 ====<br />
Third meeting (Jenett's basement - all future meetings will be here unless otherwise specified), 9 attendees. Setup tables and chairs in the basement, moved in mini fridge from the garage. Everyone setup proto boards with AVR/ATMega chips, worked out problems with ATTiny USB programmers and avr_dude/gcc software. Uploaded AVR blinky test code to the wiki ([[AVR]]). Looked at Jupiter with Jenett's 8" telescope at the end of the evening.<br />
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==== August 19th, 2009 ====<br />
Second meeting (Max's Place), 9 attendees. Discussed what it is we want to accomplish with this group and what people want to get out of it. Agreed to meet at Jenett's house for our next meeting to learn AVR programming and discuss using her basement as a future meeting <br />
location and potential hacker space.<br />
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==== June 6th, 2009 ====<br />
First meeting (Bakehouse), 4 attendees. Discussed forming a group of people before moving forwards with the space. Also discussed having an informal "group tool sharing" program.<br />
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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 />
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Pre-registration is required, and payment is due at the time of registration. Virtual workshops will send out room links 24-48 hours before a class. Virtual workshops with kits will coordinate pick-up of kits. Please direct any questions to contact@bloominglabs.org.<br />
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More workshops are still being added. Please join our announcement mailing list or follow us on Twitter! [[Main Page#Stay_informed|How to follow us]]<br />
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If there is a specific workshop you would like to see, let us know! We have a Google form: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13wAPJM4NrCulRTFiXLjjgis0Q1FtasEvVNXEo2dMoX0/ Waitlist and Interest Sign-ups]. You can fill this out once for every desired workshop.<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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[[Public meetings|We are open to the public Wednesday evenings]] from 7pm until 10pm. Our open hours are family friendly.<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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''' Plant Tower Workshop '''<br />
''' Saturday June 25rd, 2022 -- 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM '''<br />
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* 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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Participants will build their own plant tower and compost tube from a recycled food grade barrel. 2 hour class. All materials provided.<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 />
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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 />
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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 />
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* 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 />
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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 />
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* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<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://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 />
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* [http://ifnbloomington.blogspot.com/ Indiana Filmmakers Network] -- provides support, camaraderie and resources to filmmakers.<br />
* [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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* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/k9iuarc/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://73siara.org Southern Indiana Amateur Radio Association]<br />
* [https://iumakes.indiana.edu IU Makes]<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>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Publicity_OutletsPublicity Outlets2022-08-19T03:31:51Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>=Publicity Outlets=<br />
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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 />
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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 />
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==Bloominglabs Resources==<br />
Front page of our wiki:<br />
<br>http://bloominglabs.org (send mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org if you need an account created)<br />
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Our email announcement list:<br />
<br>http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce<br />
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Our [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Google Calendar]<br />
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====Social Media:====<br />
[https://www.facebook.com/Bloominglabs Facebook]<br />
<br>[https://twitter.com/Bloominglabs @Bloominglabs on Twitter]<br />
<br>Send mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org to coordinate access to our social media accounts, and/or Steve for Twitter<br />
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Word of mouth (you can’t beat it)<br />
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Flyers (both in the space and in public) - we can always use people with mad design skills to help with this<br />
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==Online Outlets==<br />
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'''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 />
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'''The Scene''' is now this site, still ran by the HT:<br />
<br>https://www.hoosiertimes.com/calendar/<br />
<br>Link is valid, forwards to https://new.evvnt.com, unclear if HT does free calendar events still...<br />
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<s>'''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</s><br />
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<strike>'''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 />
</strike>As of 8-2022 no longer has a calendar, might come back some day though.<br />
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'''Bloomington Craigslist''' - The old standby<br />
<br>http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cal/<br />
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'''<s>Eventful</s>'''<br />
<br>Eventful now forwards to audacy.com and no longer accepts event submissions as of 8-2021<br />
<s><br>http://eventful.com/bloomington/events/</s><br />
<br>FYI, seems like other sites do pull events from Eventful automatically like [http://www.lovemyzip.com/events/HOBBIEVILLE/IN this one].<br />
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'''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 />
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'''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 />
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'''Let’s go bloomington''' - Includes monthly printed calendar...get your stuff in early:<br />
<br>http://letsgo.terrorware.com/<br />
<br>This is an on-again off-again community Google calendar of events and public venues in Bloomington, as of 2020 it looks like it was re-activated after a few years of inactivity.<br />
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'''WhoFish''' <br />
<br>https://www.whofish.org/Default.aspx?tabid=47&modid=382&itemid=4881480&rCode=39&action=detail&iv=ext<br />
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==Radio and TV==<br />
This is the real bull-horn for advertising events. A little known secret is that most Radio and TV stations do free on-air spots for non-profit event announcements, this helps them too by showing community involvement. If your workshop or event can handle more than a handful of attendees you should consider advertising through these methods too. In addition to on-air announcements, most Radio and TV stations also host online community event calendars which should be utilized as well.<br />
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'''WFIU event submission''' (web calendar with some/most events read on the air)<br />
<br>https://indianapublicmedia.org/events/submit-event.php<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 />
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'''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 />
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'''CATS Community Calendar'''<br />
<br>Submissions may be made by any non-profit (rolls on local cable 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 />
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'''WRTV 6 (Indianapolis ABC affiliate)'''<br />
<br>http://events.theindychannel.com/ DOES NOT WORK ON CHROME AT ALL<br />
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'''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>Send email to events at wclsfm dot com<br />
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'''WKKG 101.5 event submission'''<br />
<br>Based out of Columbus but covers Bloomington too. I heard a spot from then advertising non-profit spots, send them email to get details on how to make submissions:<br />
<br>https://community.1010wcsi.com/calendar/<br />
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'''Many other radio stations in town'''<br />
<br>There are definitely more stations that do this than what we have listed. Go find them!<br />
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==Magazines and Print==<br />
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'''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 />
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'''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 />
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'''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 />
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'''H&L Magazine'''<br />
<br>jfinch (at) kiva.net<br />
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'''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 />
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==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 />
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'''Check These Twitter feeds'''<br />
<br>http://twitter.com/#!/meetup<br />
<br>http://twitter.com/#!/Plancast<br />
<br>http://twitter.com/#!/eventbrite<br />
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MCCSC has a bulletin board for non-profit events. This would be good for family-friendly activities.<br />
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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 />
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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 />
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==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><strike>http://www.indyevents.com - requires free login</strike> domain for sale Sep 8th<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 />
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'''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 />
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'''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 />
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[[Category: Operations]] [[Category:Advertising]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Main_PageMain Page2022-07-07T12:03:01Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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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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[[Public meetings|We are open to the public Wednesday evenings]] from 7pm until 10pm. Our open hours are family friendly.<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 [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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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 />
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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 [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 />
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* 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 />
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===Introduction to Parkour===<br />
''' Mondays -- 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM '''<br />
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* 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 />
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* 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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Participants will build their own plant tower and compost tube from a recycled food grade barrel. 2 hour class. All materials provided.<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 />
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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 />
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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 />
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* 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 />
Currently we open to members but are closed to the public until the pandemic situation improves. <br />
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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 />
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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 />
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* [[Meeting_Minutes]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - highlights of Bloominglabs events and news<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://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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* [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 />
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* [http://www.bloomingtonradio.org/ Bloomington Amateur Radio Club]<br />
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/k9iuarc/ Indiana University Amateur Radio Club]<br />
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* [http://www.presspuzzles.com/ Press (jigsaw) Puzzles]<br />
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== Special Wiki Pages ==<br />
[[Special:ImageList | Uploaded files]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Quick_Start_GuidesQuick Start Guides2022-04-24T04:17:35Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>This is a collection of Quick Start Guides to be posted by various tools at Bloominglabs. The intent is to create posters and laminated tags which attach to various tools in our space. These do not negate proper training on equipment, but in a pinch can get someone started using a piece of gear if they haven't used it in a year or so. Also, we tend to have equipment that needs some splaining, and if the owner or knowledgeable folks are not around for new people to meet, then that doesn't do anyone any good. This is an attempt to facilitate self-help where possible.<br />
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When writing a Quick Start Guide, assume the user knows almost nothing about the device in question. They probably have read about the subject since they want to use said device, but it'd also be good to assume they have never done this before.<br />
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== 3D Printers ==<br />
* [[Makerfarm_12-Inch_Pegasus_3D_Printer#Steps_for_printing]]<br />
* [[PrintrBot Simple Quick Start]] - needs to be written<br />
* [[PrintrBot Play Quick Start]] - needs to be written<br />
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== Shop Equipment ==<br />
* [[File:Quick Start - Combined Metal+Gas Tags-v5.doc]] - Laminated tags for the welders, lathes, mill, horizontal bandsaw, plasma cutter, and acetylene torch outfit<br />
* [[File:Howto-Mill.doc]] - More howto infor for the mill<br />
* [[File:Quick_Start_-_Car_Lift.doc]]<br />
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== Electronics and Radio ==<br />
* [[File:Radio_QA.doc]]<br />
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[[Category:Documents]] [[Category:Quick Start Guides]] [[Category:Training]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Blade/Tool_Choice_By_MaterialBlade/Tool Choice By Material2022-04-24T04:15:50Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>==Choose the Right Blade and Tool By Material==<br />
This conversation came from Bloominglabs' Slack team in the #subspace-metalshop channel<br />
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tl/dr: '''Take a few minutes and make sure you are using the right tool and the right blade for the material you are cutting.''' Suggestions for making this easier in the space are welcome.<br />
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*Alex 1 day ago<br />
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The blade which we currently have in the chop saw in the metal room is not meant to cut aluminum. (It would be ruined if you cut much aluminum with it.) <br />
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Because aluminum (and other soft metals like brass and bronze) are so soft, most "wood" circular saw blades can cut them just fine.<br />
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*FrostByte 1 day ago<br />
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Ah! Coolcool that makes sense now. TIL<br />
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That means aluminium is an acceptable exception to wood tools being used for metal?<br />
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Just needs to be cleaned well, like no sawdust on the metal lathes?<br />
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* Alex 1 day ago<br />
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With some, but not all, wood blades.<br />
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For example, the "ripping" blade on the craftsman bandsaw stands a good chance of being damaged or broken if you cut aluminum above a certain thickness with it (and below that thickness, it would probably make a really messy cut). (edited) <br />
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The (I think 20 TPI?) wood blades I bought for the scroll saw work fine on aluminum. I think Josh cut 1/4" thick aluminum with them on that saw.<br />
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The Technically Correct answer is that saw blades are made for particular materials, and should only be used on those materials, and it should be easy for anyone using a given saw to figure out what the blade in that saw is for, and to change it for a blade that's meant to cut what they want.<br />
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So ideally, we would only cut wood in the wood shop, and we would have a variety of different-purpose blades for all of the saws in the wood shop, and robust labels/tags to accompany all of the blades. (The blades are often marked with paint, which wears off when they get used.) And, metal would only be cut in the metal shop, and we would have a complete variety of saws in the metal shop (including a vertical bandsaw, a scroll saw, and a miter saw, all of which we have in the wood shop, none of which we have in the metal shop) and a variety of different-purpose blades for each of those saws, and robust labels/tags to accompany all of the blades.<br />
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(This doesn't cover other materials. Where should someone cut plastic, fiberglass or carbon fiber, glass or ceramics, stone or concrete, rubber, or other materials, and where should blades and tools for cutting those live?)<br />
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* FrostByte 1 day ago<br />
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Could our dream be labeled saws and none left in tools, all placed in labeled bins? Labeled blades for materal and just tolerate moving the smaller saws between rooms for non-combustible (metal shop) and no sparks, combustible (woodshop)?<br />
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* Alex 1 day ago<br />
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You can start getting into the fact that many wood blades are specifically meant for cutting wood in particular directions, which makes things more complicated.<br />
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Requiring that people change the blades on saws is an interesting one, but it adds work before and after every person uses a saw, so I'm not sure how well we can make people stick to it. Also, many people would be (and have for most of Bloominglabs's existence) served fine by having the most-common blade already be in each saw.<br />
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The only saw blades that make sparks (unless very interesting things are happening) are abrasive saws being used on steel and titanium. That might be an okay rule, but I can see some people strongly disagreeing with it. (edited) <br />
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Changing the blades on some of the saws can be kinda tedious.<br />
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Edit: the Delta bandsaw in the wood shop (tedious), the Jet horizontal bandsaw in the metal shop (tedious, requires tools), and the Craftsman table saw in the wood shop (tedious, requires tools) all come to mind. (edited) <br />
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It would have the added upside of enforcing that everyone who uses power saws at Bloominglabs have more familiarity with the tools and blades they're using.<br />
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The best organization scheme I can think of right now would be to have a storage system that the saw blades can't be put into directly, but they need a tag or hook of some kind to go in. Remove the blade+tag from the storage, go to the saw, remove the blade from the tag, put the tag into a holder on the saw, install the blade, use the blade, remove the blade, reunite the blade and tag, and put the pair into the storage system. Because each blade stays with its tag, the tag could have the relevant information on what kind of blade it is. And, any time a blade is in a saw, its tag would be in the holder, also on the saw. (edited) <br />
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* FrostByte 1 day ago<br />
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You are right on all 3 points. Both on easy is nice (because I can then use tools), but also on must know tools to use (because this is safer and better for relaying safety and cleanup info), and the tag out system... if we can make it used.<br />
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[[Category:Training]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/New_MembersNew Members2022-04-24T04:11:05Z<p>Dosman: /* Tagging items in the space */</p>
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<div>==== New Bloominglabs Member Information ====<br />
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This document is to help new members get to know what resources are available to you as a member. If you have not already done so, please look over our [[Membership Manual]].<br />
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==== Dues payments ====<br />
All members are added to our invoicing system so you will now receive monthly dues invoice emails. Dues are due by the 15th of every month. If you pay via paypal, please use the paypal button/link from within the invoice, doing this automatically updates our invoicing system (OSX users may have to change their default PDF viewer to Adobe Acrobat for this to work - Mavericks and above). If you pay by check or cash you can pay the accounts-receivable officer during public meetings (ALWAYS get a receipt if you do this) or you can leave your payment in an envelope in either of the donation boxes. If you do the latter we request you email invoices at bloominglabs dot org and let them know you have paid your dues, receipts will be left on the bulletin board.<br />
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If you ever decide to discontinue your membership let an officer know ASAP so you don't get charged for unpaid dues. Your access to Bloominglabs will be disabled if your account gets over 3 months behind.<br />
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==== Who do I ask for help? ====<br />
If you have a question of any kind about Bloominglabs or using the space just send mail to the members list. This is also a good list to ask for help with a project or tell the rest of us about what you have been working on.<br />
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==== Mailing lists, Slack, IRC====<br />
Members are subscribed to our announce, discuss, and members email lists unless you opted out. The announcement list allows us to communicate workshops and public meetings to non-members. The discuss list is a public mailing list so community members can participate. The members list is for Bloominglabs members only and is not public. You can modify your mailing list settings from these links:<br />
* [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce bloominglabs-announce]<br />
* [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-members bloominglabs-members]<br />
* [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss bloominglabs-discuss]<br />
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We have a Slack, you can connect and setup an account here: https://bloominglabs.slack.com<br />
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Last but not least we have an IRC server with a few channels here (it's not linked to Freenode/etc): irc.bloominglabs.org:6667<br />
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==== From our website you can navigate to all of our IT resources====<br />
* [http://www.bloominglabs.org www.bloominglabs.org] - This wiki - we encourage members to document their projects here! Operation and processes for our organization are documented here.<br />
* [https://www.bloominglabs.org/assets www.bloominglabs.org/assets] - Our asset tracking database - if you intend to leave any tools or projects in the space, please consider putting an asset tag on it<br />
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==== More accounts and passwords ====<br />
* For an account to edit the wiki send mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org and we will get you setup.<br />
* For the dues and assets sites, an email has been sent to you which includes the logins for these sites.<br />
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==== Tagging items in the space ====<br />
As mentioned above in the "IT resources" section, we have an asset inventory system. This lets you generate QR-code asset tags which can be printed and taped to any tools or non-consumable objects in the space. Not only does this allow us to have a proper inventory, it also indicates the owner which can help new members find out who to ask if they want to use the tool or object. <br />
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In addition to the asset tags, we use <span style="color:#ff0000">RED</span> tags to mark objects you wish for other to leave alone or ask before using. This is a good way to mark materials like metal, wood, and acrylic which you want to save for later use. <span style="color:#00ff00">GREEN</span> tags identify free/any use items left in the space. There are also <span style="color:#ff5500">ORANGE</span> tags which are parking tickets to mark (usually larger) items left in places they don't belong in the space. All of these tags are normally found in the craft room organizer shelves near the main entrance.<br />
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==== Additional online resources ====<br />
* [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Bloominglabs Google Event Calendar]<br />
* [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Bloominglabs Flickr account]<br />
* [https://github.com/sdcharle/Bloominglabs Bloominglabs Github repository for group code projects]<br />
* [https://www.flightradar24.com Flight Radar24] - We host an [http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Radio_Activities#ADS-B_receiving_station ADS-B receiving station] and have a Premium Flight Radar24 account, contact an officer for the login.<br />
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We also have presences on social media sites, please feel free to follow, 'like', and otherwise stay connected with Bloominglabs:<br />
* [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs Twitter]<br />
* [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook]<br />
* [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217 Google+]<br />
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If you want to get involved with our social media outreach, please contact the officers (contact at bloominglabs dot org). They usually know the logins to these services ;-). Lastly please tell your friends and neighbors about us! You can use contact at bloominglabs dot org as a point of contact for anyone who wishes to reach us.<br />
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==== Having guests (non-members) in the space ====<br />
Often new members ask if it is ok to have friends and family members in the space with them outside of our public meetings. This is totally ok, we encourage folks to show their friends and family around Bloominglabs. We just ask two things. First, they must sign a liability waiver [[File:RELEASE_AND_WAIVER_OF_LIABILITY.pdf]]. Second, your guests are your responsibility. If you are having kids in the space it's your responsibility to make sure they don't get hurt if they are in the workshop. If they make a mess or cause a problem (whether they are kids or adults) it is your responsibility to handle it. That's it!<br />
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==== Using the big tools ====<br />
If you wish to use the larger tools like the laser cutter and the machine tools please see our [[Training]] category. We generally require training or we verify your experience before turning people loose on those. Otherwise please email the members list if you are unsure who to ask or where to get started.<br />
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==== Member Storage versus Bone Yard ====<br />
The member storage area is mostly in the workshop next to the dividing wall between the office and workshop. This area is generally off-limits for hunting for parts to scavenge. While most stuff here is marked with red tags, just because it may lack a red tag does not mean it's free to use (some entire shelves are marked as peoples property for instance).<br />
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The boneyard is solely in the office area near the electronics area. Stuff in the boneyard is free for any use unless it's tagged with a red tag or otherwise marked as belonging to someone. If you see something you want to use and are unsure of its provenance, please ask, either in person or on the members list. People are usually very good about respecting other peoples property in our space, however as we get new members joining it sometimes is unclear to them what stuff is off-limits. This seems to have become more of an issue since the end of 2016, so attempting to clarify this more.<br />
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==== General good practice for projects being kept in Bloominglabs ====<br />
Often members stow projects in other places if there is no free space in the members storage area. This is fine as long as it's mostly out of the way AND it is labled either with a red tag or your name on the project for future identification. If you stow projects outside the member project storage area, please assume no one but you knows this is not junk. Label it with your name and contact info. Leaving your unfinished project out on a workbench or table with no contact info is a great recipie for your project to be canibalized. Written communication is key to avoid accidental loss of your project parts.<br />
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==== Using the space itself ====<br />
There are some things in the space which may not be immediately obvious how to use.<br />
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* [[Audio Network]] - <s>How to jack into the speakers spread around the space</s>This has not been setup yet in the South Walnut space. TBD.<br />
* [[CCTV Network]] - <s>How to control the TV's spread around the space, connect to the projector in the front room, etc.</s>This has not been setup yet in the South Walnut space. TBD.<br />
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* <s>There is a TV above the door in the workshop. The remote to operate it is next to the light switch. This TV is setup to help align vehicles as they pull into the car lift. It can also be used to watch laser jobs while working in the workshop.<s><br />
* <s>There are separate stereo's in the office and workshops. Feel free to use these. Usually there are bluetooth adapters connected to these if that is useful for folks.</s><br />
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==== And when you leave, please follow the [[Exit_Protocol|Exit Protocol]]. ====<br />
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Thanks!<br />
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[[Category:Operations]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/New_MembersNew Members2022-04-24T04:06:53Z<p>Dosman: /* From our website you can navigate to all of our IT resources */</p>
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<div>==== New Bloominglabs Member Information ====<br />
<br />
This document is to help new members get to know what resources are available to you as a member. If you have not already done so, please look over our [[Membership Manual]].<br />
<br />
==== Dues payments ====<br />
All members are added to our invoicing system so you will now receive monthly dues invoice emails. Dues are due by the 15th of every month. If you pay via paypal, please use the paypal button/link from within the invoice, doing this automatically updates our invoicing system (OSX users may have to change their default PDF viewer to Adobe Acrobat for this to work - Mavericks and above). If you pay by check or cash you can pay the accounts-receivable officer during public meetings (ALWAYS get a receipt if you do this) or you can leave your payment in an envelope in either of the donation boxes. If you do the latter we request you email invoices at bloominglabs dot org and let them know you have paid your dues, receipts will be left on the bulletin board.<br />
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If you ever decide to discontinue your membership let an officer know ASAP so you don't get charged for unpaid dues. Your access to Bloominglabs will be disabled if your account gets over 3 months behind.<br />
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==== Who do I ask for help? ====<br />
If you have a question of any kind about Bloominglabs or using the space just send mail to the members list. This is also a good list to ask for help with a project or tell the rest of us about what you have been working on.<br />
<br />
==== Mailing lists, Slack, IRC====<br />
Members are subscribed to our announce, discuss, and members email lists unless you opted out. The announcement list allows us to communicate workshops and public meetings to non-members. The discuss list is a public mailing list so community members can participate. The members list is for Bloominglabs members only and is not public. You can modify your mailing list settings from these links:<br />
* [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-announce bloominglabs-announce]<br />
* [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-members bloominglabs-members]<br />
* [http://www.bloominglabs.org/mailman/listinfo/bloominglabs-discuss bloominglabs-discuss]<br />
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We have a Slack, you can connect and setup an account here: https://bloominglabs.slack.com<br />
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Last but not least we have an IRC server with a few channels here (it's not linked to Freenode/etc): irc.bloominglabs.org:6667<br />
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==== From our website you can navigate to all of our IT resources====<br />
* [http://www.bloominglabs.org www.bloominglabs.org] - This wiki - we encourage members to document their projects here! Operation and processes for our organization are documented here.<br />
* [https://www.bloominglabs.org/assets www.bloominglabs.org/assets] - Our asset tracking database - if you intend to leave any tools or projects in the space, please consider putting an asset tag on it<br />
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* [http://bloominglabs.no-ip.org:7777 http://bloominglabs.no-ip.org:7777] - Live video from inside Bloominglabs with PTZ camera - ask a member or officer for the login<br />
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* [http://bloominglabs.no-ip.org:8000 http://bloominglabs.no-ip.org:8000] - Our live radio scanner feed<br />
* [http://radio.bloominglabs.org http://radio.bloominglabs.org] - Time-shifted radio scanner feed<br />
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==== More accounts and passwords ====<br />
* For an account to edit the wiki send mail to contact at bloominglabs dot org and we will get you setup.<br />
* For the dues and assets sites, an email has been sent to you which includes the logins for these sites.<br />
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==== Tagging items in the space ====<br />
As mentioned above in the "IT resources" section, we have an asset inventory system. This lets you generate QR-code asset tags which can be printed and taped to any tools or non-consumable objects in the space. Not only does this allow us to have a proper inventory, it also indicates the owner which can help new members find out who to ask if they want to use the tool or object. <br />
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In addition to the asset tags, we use <span style="color:#ff0000">RED</span> tags to mark objects you wish for other to leave alone or ask before using. This is a good way to mark materials like metal, wood, and acrylic which you want to save for later use. <span style="color:#00ff00">GREEN</span> tags identify free/any use items left in the space. These tags are normally on top of the green filing cabinet next to the front door.<br />
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==== Additional online resources ====<br />
* [https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=bloominglabs%40gmail.com&ctz=America/New_York Bloominglabs Google Event Calendar]<br />
* [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bloominglabs Bloominglabs Flickr account]<br />
* [https://github.com/sdcharle/Bloominglabs Bloominglabs Github repository for group code projects]<br />
* [https://www.flightradar24.com Flight Radar24] - We host an [http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Radio_Activities#ADS-B_receiving_station ADS-B receiving station] and have a Premium Flight Radar24 account, contact an officer for the login.<br />
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We also have presences on social media sites, please feel free to follow, 'like', and otherwise stay connected with Bloominglabs:<br />
* [http://twitter.com/Bloominglabs Twitter]<br />
* [http://www.facebook.com/pages/BloomingLabs/123873197660062?ref=ts Facebook]<br />
* [https://plus.google.com/communities/105267599217836498217 Google+]<br />
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If you want to get involved with our social media outreach, please contact the officers (contact at bloominglabs dot org). They usually know the logins to these services ;-). Lastly please tell your friends and neighbors about us! You can use contact at bloominglabs dot org as a point of contact for anyone who wishes to reach us.<br />
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==== Having guests (non-members) in the space ====<br />
Often new members ask if it is ok to have friends and family members in the space with them outside of our public meetings. This is totally ok, we encourage folks to show their friends and family around Bloominglabs. We just ask two things. First, they must sign a liability waiver [[File:RELEASE_AND_WAIVER_OF_LIABILITY.pdf]]. Second, your guests are your responsibility. If you are having kids in the space it's your responsibility to make sure they don't get hurt if they are in the workshop. If they make a mess or cause a problem (whether they are kids or adults) it is your responsibility to handle it. That's it!<br />
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==== Using the big tools ====<br />
If you wish to use the larger tools like the laser cutter and the machine tools please see our [[Training]] category. We generally require training or we verify your experience before turning people loose on those. Otherwise please email the members list if you are unsure who to ask or where to get started.<br />
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==== Member Storage versus Bone Yard ====<br />
The member storage area is mostly in the workshop next to the dividing wall between the office and workshop. This area is generally off-limits for hunting for parts to scavenge. While most stuff here is marked with red tags, just because it may lack a red tag does not mean it's free to use (some entire shelves are marked as peoples property for instance).<br />
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The boneyard is solely in the office area near the electronics area. Stuff in the boneyard is free for any use unless it's tagged with a red tag or otherwise marked as belonging to someone. If you see something you want to use and are unsure of its provenance, please ask, either in person or on the members list. People are usually very good about respecting other peoples property in our space, however as we get new members joining it sometimes is unclear to them what stuff is off-limits. This seems to have become more of an issue since the end of 2016, so attempting to clarify this more.<br />
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==== General good practice for projects being kept in Bloominglabs ====<br />
Often members stow projects in other places if there is no free space in the members storage area. This is fine as long as it's mostly out of the way AND it is labled either with a red tag or your name on the project for future identification. If you stow projects outside the member project storage area, please assume no one but you knows this is not junk. Label it with your name and contact info. Leaving your unfinished project out on a workbench or table with no contact info is a great recipie for your project to be canibalized. Written communication is key to avoid accidental loss of your project parts.<br />
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==== Using the space itself ====<br />
There are some things in the space which may not be immediately obvious how to use.<br />
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* [[Audio Network]] - <s>How to jack into the speakers spread around the space</s>This has not been setup yet in the South Walnut space. TBD.<br />
* [[CCTV Network]] - <s>How to control the TV's spread around the space, connect to the projector in the front room, etc.</s>This has not been setup yet in the South Walnut space. TBD.<br />
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* <s>There is a TV above the door in the workshop. The remote to operate it is next to the light switch. This TV is setup to help align vehicles as they pull into the car lift. It can also be used to watch laser jobs while working in the workshop.<s><br />
* <s>There are separate stereo's in the office and workshops. Feel free to use these. Usually there are bluetooth adapters connected to these if that is useful for folks.</s><br />
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==== And when you leave, please follow the [[Exit_Protocol|Exit Protocol]]. ====<br />
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Thanks!<br />
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<div>This is an entry point for officers/board members to get access into the operation of Bloominglabs Incorporated. This should also contain links to all of our important legal documents as needed. The end goal is to keep Bloominglabs functioning heathly regardless of who the officers are.<br />
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== Officer Resources ==<br />
* [[Bylaws]] - A living document of our legal bylaws.<br />
* [[Standing_Rules]] - Referred to by the bylaws, these rules also govern aspects of our organization<br />
* [[Meeting Minutes]] - Formal meeting minutes from all member meetings.<br />
* [[Donations]] - How we process donations.<br />
* [[Treasurer]] - Documentation for the treasurer and/or treasurers assistant<br />
* [[Grants]] - Grants we have applied for<br />
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* [https://www.bloominglabs.org/crm CRM System] - A rolodex of people we've worked with in Bloomington. If you need a contact for a group or need to find someone's number try this system, it is somewhat up to date.<br />
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* [[Administrative Task List]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs_PGP_key]] - the public key used for verifying the authenticity of PGP signed Bloominglabs documents<br />
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== Recommended Reading ==<br />
* [http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p4221pc.pdf IRS Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Public Charities] - 30 pages, every officer should read this.<br />
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=== How officers do their jobs ===<br />
This is a collection of descriptions and notes for how officers do their jobs. The intent is to provide some direction to new officers and to assist existing officers to cover for each other if needed.<br />
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* [[Officers Guide]] - A general guidepost for officers<br />
* [[Officer transition]] - A check-list to run down when transitioning a new officer into their new role<br />
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* [[Adding Members]] - The process we use to add new members<br />
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=== Yearly Dates to Remember ===<br />
* [https://www.google.com/calendar/render?mode=day&date=20170214T192231 Officer Google Calendar] should have all of these dates setup to help remind you.<br />
** The Google account bloominglabs at gmail dot com owns this calendar and someone with current access should share this to new officers.<br />
* Schedule the [http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Bylaws#Section_2:_Annual_Meetings Annual Meeting] by January 31st (may take place after this date) - [http://doodle.com http://doodle.com]<br />
* Is it New Years day? That means it's time to start preparing the Annual Report for prior year, to be presented at the Annual Meeting<br />
** Use the prior years report as a template [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DSAlSh62ugImJFdxHUHtNj9LSu5LBAUCX1hhWlM5JbA/edit 2015 Bloominglabs Annual Report]<br />
* Yearly by January 31st: Indiana DoR sales tax filing. https://intime.dor.in.gov/<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: Indiana form NP-20 (Annual Report/sales tax exemption renewal) Also at https://intime.dor.in.gov<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: IRS form 990 https://sa.www4.irs.gov/epostcard/<br />
* USPS PO box: Due yearly by July 31st<br />
* Dotster bloominglabs.org domain name: Paid up through July, 2020<br />
* Dotster makevention.org domain name: Paid up through November, 2020<br />
* S. Walnut lease started ?, 2018 and was for a 3 year period. ? months notice is required for either party to vacate the lease?<br />
** That first lease was vacated in Q1-2020, a new 1 year lease was signed starting mid-2020. Further 1-year leases have been executed since then.<br />
** Any signer of future leases should do a diff against the prior lease to generate a 100% accounting of all document changes before signing. This has bitten us before by missing changes made to renewed leases without us noticing.<br />
* Insurance: due yearly by mid-November<br />
* Every other year by December 31st: File Indiana Business Entity Report - [https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings]. Last filed 2016<br />
* Every two years (not sure dates, around mid May): File Property Taxes Form: Last filed 2017<br />
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== Legal Documents ==<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs_IRS_determination_letter.pdf]] - Federal IRS Determination Letter - this verifies we are a charitable non-profit<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-SalesTaxExemption.pdf]] - Indiana State Sales Tax Exemption<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-1023.pdf]] - IRS 501c3 application, form 1023 (long form)<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Articles-of-Inc.pdf]] - Articles of Incorporation<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Certificate-of-Inc.pdf]] - Certificate of Incorporation<br />
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== Document Repository ==<br />
There are two Google Drive accounts which contains a lot of stuff like the Annual Reports, member surveys, and various spreadsheets. All officers should have the login's for these, new officers should be given access to this resource.<br />
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== Member Oriented Operations ==<br />
* [[Membership Manual]] - General membership guideline new and old members can use as a reference. Outlines what is expected and how to get involved.<br />
* [[New Members]] - The new member guide that every new member gets emailed when they join, intent is to speed up how quickly new members can find resources available to them.<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - This is a historical log of events that happened at Bloominglabs, including informal events and activities.<br />
* [[PastEvents]] - This is where info from the front page retires to once it's out of date.<br />
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== QR code URL==<br />
If you are viewing hard-copy, the latest version of this document is always available online:<br />
<br>http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Business_Operations<br />
[[Image:Qrcode Business Operations.png|none|thumb|150px|URL for this page]]<br />
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<div>== Historical Document ==<br />
This page is intended to document as much of our activities as possible so we can maintain a sense of history of what our group has done over time. It should be used for anything that happens outside of the [[Meeting_Minutes]] document.<br />
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== July 2010 ==<br />
==== Bloominglabs is official! ====<br />
Moved out of Jenett's basement and into our room at [http://www.thecollaborationroom.org The Collaboration Room]. Picked a name for our space. Formed Bloominglabs LLC and signed our lease for the room. <br />
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==== Held these workshops which where open to the public ====<br />
* Soldering<br />
* AVR programming I<br />
* AVR programming II<br />
* Arduino + RF/wireless<br />
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The Soldering workshop was our first and had 17 attendees (out of 6 RSVP's). The AVR workshops had 11 and 6 attendees respectively, and the Arduino RF workshop had 6 attendees. All went over extremely well and had very good feedback.<br />
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==== External Publicity ====<br />
Local writer Kevin Makice wrote about The Collaboration Room and the Bloomington Hackerspace Initiative in his Wired blog [http://www.wired.com/geekdad/2010/07/the-collaboration-room-where-geeks-create-art/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+wiredgeekdad+(Blog+-+GeekDad) Geek Dad]. Member Joe Stone was at the Detroit Maker Faire the weekend of July 31st and sat on a panel about hackerspaces along with Mitch Altman.<br />
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== August 2010 ==<br />
After the whirlwind that was July we relaxed and only held one workshop. Mitch Altman and Jimmy Rogers stopped by on August 19th to host a soldering workshop, it was another great success.<br />
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== September 2010 ==<br />
* Obtained a drill press<br />
* Got prototype of RFID door-access system working based on [http://blog.shop.23b.org/2010/10/open-access-control-v100-board.html Open Access Control]<br />
* Installed shelves on main closet in space<br />
* Cleaned up front porch power tool area<br />
* Installed deadbolts on Matthew's and Arthur's doors<br />
* Aluminum casting mini-workshop with coffee can forge<br />
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== October 2010 ==<br />
* More work on RFID system<br />
* Collaboween projects built with Matthew<br />
* Arduino shield build parties<br />
* [http://wiki.lvl1.org/Mini-Sumo_Competition_10/29/10 Sumobot throwdown] and halloween party at LVL1 in Louisville, KY<br />
* Started accumulating hardware for plastic vacuum-forming table<br />
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== November 2010 ==<br />
* More work on RFID system<br />
* Prep for December soap-molding workshop<br />
* Prep for January bugbots with Wonderlabs<br />
* Built a plastic vacuum form machine for members to use<br />
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== December 2010 ==<br />
* St. Nick's workshop (soap-molding/vacuum forming, hand-warmer sewing, hand-bag sewing, and card making)<br />
* Reporter from Indiana Daily Student came and documented the workshop<br />
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== January 2011 ==<br />
* BugBot workshop with Wonderlab<br />
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== February 2011 ==<br />
* Contact Microphone Building Workshop hosted by CMKT4 (held at warehouse Behind Russian Recording Studios)<br />
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== March 2011 ==<br />
* Preparations for July 4th Parade entry<br />
* Electric wheel chair acquired for robotic platform hacking<br />
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== April-June 2011 ==<br />
* Activity around TEDx Bloomington event - geocaching boxes started, but not enough time to finish these in time for TEDx<br />
* Preparations for July 4th Parade entry<br />
** smoke ring cannons<br />
** twinki launchers<br />
** IR LED message scroll-sign<br />
** Strand Beast (walking machine) design well under way<br />
** electric wheel chair platform hacking via CANUSB adapter<br />
* Reporter from Bloom Magazine interviewed several members and observed a meeting in June<br />
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== July 2011 ==<br />
* Parade float in Bloomington July 4th parade!<br />
* Moved to our new space on Roll Avenue!!<br />
* Follow-up from Bloom Magazine to get photos of our new space<br />
* New RFID system acquired<br />
* Table-top sander now in the space<br />
* Dust collection system in the works<br />
* Open-house July 23rd<br />
* Lathe acquired<br />
* Electrolysis rust removal system built for the lathe and general use<br />
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== August 2011 ==<br />
* New RFID system built and tested<br />
* Lathe cleanup on-going<br />
* August 13th BugBots workshop at Wonderlab<br />
* August 23rd Jay hosts an Arduino for Beginners workshop<br />
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== September 2011 ==<br />
* Bloominglabs is featured is an article in Bloom magazine<br />
* Rex, Jay, Jonathan, and others represent Bloominglabs at a booth at the Indy Mini-Maker Faire<br />
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== October 2011 ==<br />
* That old standard, the AVR workshop<br />
* dosman and FOOLS make [http://hackaday.com/2011/10/07/hackerspace-competition-combines-drinking-and-lock-picking-need-we-say-more/ hack-a-day] for their lockpicking game (Steve did some programming for the scoreboard). The site buckles under the load.<br />
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== November 2011 ==<br />
*Catarina Mota from NYC Resistor and Open Materials visits and tells us about interesting materials for projects. This workshop attracted some artists, and we hope to see more artists in the future.<br />
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== December 2011 ==<br />
* Second Annual Holiday Mini-Workshops. Again the vacuum molder was very popular. Buddha and cellphone molds were made.<br />
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== January 2012 ==<br />
* Jenett's C programming course starts<br />
* Annual meeting. Members make big plans and then go eat some Bar-B-Q.<br />
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== February 2012 ==<br />
* Soldering workshop. This one featured kits of dosman's 'Phasor', with nice etched boards<br />
* Theremin building workshops with Harmony School begin. These continue through March.<br />
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== March 2012 ==<br />
* Second soldering workshop. This one covered SMT techniques (Thanks Nick!)<br />
* Bloominglabs holds its first Game Day<br />
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== April 2012 ==<br />
* Bugbot workshop at Wonderlab<br />
* Bloominglabs hosts a 'hardware hacking village' at Indy Linux Fest in conjunction with FOOLS featuring the Rumble Challenge, Typing of the Dead, the 'Shoot the Windows Logo and Win Candy' game, Snap Circuits, and more. People really dug it.<br />
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== May 2012 ==<br />
* The team prepares for the hack-a-thon.<br />
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== June 2012 ==<br />
* Bloominglabs team attended the 1st ever LVL1 Boneyard Hack-a-thon<br />
* The lathe is fixed up to the point it is now operational<br />
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== July 2012 ==<br />
* Lockers now available for rent<br />
* Bugbot workshop at the Wonderlab Kids Camp - held at University Elementary School<br />
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== August 2012 ==<br />
* Mid-sized mill acquired<br />
* Monthly RasberryPi Meetups started on the first Tuesday each month<br />
* Bloominglabs "Circle stickers" available to members<br />
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== September 2012 ==<br />
* Our yearly open house was a smashing success, covered in the local Hearald Times paper the following day<br />
** http://www.heraldtimesonline.com/stories/2012/09/09/news.hackers-find-home-where-they-can-create.sto<br />
* Circuit board etching workshop<br />
* Rube Goldberg day at WonderLab - Jenett, Mitchell, Jonathan, and others participated<br />
* Soldering workshop<br />
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== October 2012 ==<br />
* Intro to Arduino workshop<br />
* Participated in LVL1's "Make Food Not War" Hackathon<br />
* Contacted by the Monroe County Library on having a makerspace within the Library, discussions ongoing<br />
* Had meeting with city about the TechPark they have established<br />
* Started Laser Etcher/cutter acquisition proposal for the space<br />
* 10 week programming class led by Jenett<br />
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== November 2012 ==<br />
* Helped Russ's friend rewire electric winch controls for a dumb-waiter system in his house<br />
* Began discussions about holding a MakerFaire in Bloomington (to be named Makevention)<br />
* City invited us to submit a response to their Firehouse RFI, began coordination with Nicole Jacquard with the IU FabLab on this front<br />
* Contacted by Bray Entertainment Casting for a possibly spot in an upcoming reality TV show<br />
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== December 2012 ==<br />
* St. Nicks workshop<br />
* Closed Bloominglabs LLC, formed Bloominglabs Incorporated as a non-profit as a project of the School Factory<br />
* Updated our install of MediaWiki for our front page, started work on a WordPress site as a formal front page<br />
* Collaborated with IU/Kylie Peppler on Indiana 2013-2014 Innovation Fund Grant (did not get however)<br />
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== January 2013 ==<br />
* Multi-room speaker system installed ([[Audio Network]])<br />
* Significant work put in on the Firehouse RFI submission, turned in on January 31st deadline<br />
* Automatic web-based invoicing system setup for membership dues<br />
* Asset tracking with asset tag printing capabilities for all objects in our physical space<br />
* Setup a CRM system for grant and opportunity tracking and coordination<br />
* Open Arena server setup inside the space<br />
* Scrolling LED sign setup and accessible from IRC<br />
* Auto-greeting system setup (festival text-to-speech greetings when badging in with RFID)<br />
* Acquired a wood lathe and gouges for the space<br />
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== February 2013 ==<br />
* Installed multi-room [[CCTV_Network]] with 8 channel computer controlled video switcher and frequency agile RF generator<br />
** Facilitates presenters (and any other A/V media) which is present in the front room to be present in any other room in the space<br />
* Competed in the international Open Arena hackerspace competition<br />
* Received a MAME arcade cabinet into the space<br />
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== March 2013 ==<br />
* Began fundraising for the laser cutter<br />
* Following the March Geek Dinner we provided free ice cream for everyone who came over to Bloominglabs afterwords<br />
* Corey setup the Bloominglabs Badge service [https://badges.bloominglabs.org https://badges.bloominglabs.org]<br />
* Jenett, Steve, and Nathan presented at the IU Makes lecture<br />
* A journalism student posted her [http://journalism.indiana.edu/classwork/j520_kellyjd_spring2013/build-it-yourself-at-bloominglabs/ coverage of Bloominglabs]. <br />
* We did another Wonderlab bugbot workshop on March 30th<br />
* At the end of the month we reached our pledge goal for funding the laser cutter<br />
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== April 2013 ==<br />
* Participated in the Creativity Week event, work still ongoing into May with the 4th street bridge<br />
* Placed the order for the laser cutter<br />
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== May 2013 ==<br />
* Laser cutter arrived!!<br />
* Saturday fleamarket event<br />
* Setup video camera to watch the laser, connected to CCTV system<br />
* A new member donated blood to have cash for his first months dues - way to set the bar high! (Will Robot)<br />
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== June 2013 ==<br />
* Blue barrel bonanza workshops (rain and compost barrels)<br />
* Machining workshops started<br />
* Squishy circuit kids workshop with Wonderlab June 19th & 20th<br />
* Geek camp with Kevin Makice June 26th (soldering, circuits, lock picking, etc.)<br />
* Stop motion kids workshop at Elletsville Library June 24th, Monroe library on the 25th<br />
* Space reallocation project in planning phases<br />
* Many amazing laser projects created this month<br />
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== July 2013 ==<br />
* July 3rd: accepted our 30th and 31st members!<br />
* "Makey Makey" Wonderlab kids camp workshop - July 15th<br />
* Drawdio Wonderlab kids camp workshop - July 16th<br />
* Machining workshops for members<br />
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== August 2013 == <br />
* Makevention prep in full swing (held August 24th)<br />
* Time lapse of bike dome being built: [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHxuAcvl6vc http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHxuAcvl6vc]<br />
* Laser cut wood and acrylic gear-wheel badges<br />
* Laser cut paper trebuchet badges<br />
* Continuation of machining workshops for members<br />
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== September 2013 ==<br />
* Recovery from Makevention<br />
* Laser tube replaced after an early death of our tube<br />
* Continuation of machining workshops for members<br />
* Started investigating larger locations for Bloominglabs<br />
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== October 2013 ==<br />
* Arduino workshops<br />
* Continuation of machining workshops for members<br />
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== November 2013 ==<br />
* Started microcontroller nights every Thursday evening for members<br />
* As part of microcontroller night, created Arduino controlled thermostat for space (w/Ethershield and web interface)<br />
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== December 2013 ==<br />
* Craftmania at St. Nick's Workshop with Discardia at MCPL<br />
* Continuation of machining workshops for members<br />
* Nitocris from IU shoot a video for a series of UITS Tech Tips at Bloominglabs<br />
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== January 2014 ==<br />
* Annual meeting<br />
* Checked out a potentially bigger space for Bloominglabs (Adam Nahas)<br />
* 2nd laser tube busted due to incredibly cold temps coming in through exhaust vent and freezing water in the laser tube water jacket<br />
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== February 2014 ==<br />
* Had a Saturday hackathon at Rex's<br />
* Checked out another potentially bigger space for Bloominglabs (Adam Nahas)<br />
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== March 2014 ==<br />
* More discussions about Adam's latest warehouse for Blabs to sublet, passed on this one<br />
* Opportunity for a commercial space on Landmark Ave, 4th & Rogers, Fell Building<br />
* Toured facility at Alion Science and Technology at the Bloomington Airport for potential collaboration<br />
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== April 2014 ==<br />
* [[Critical_Playshop_-_Perception]] - hosted by member Austin<br />
* Soldering Party (at Blabs) with SDC and Steve Backs to solder up Arduino shields for an upcoming MCPL workshop<br />
* Laser cutter back in action at 45W!! (now with backup laser tubes)<br />
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== May 2014 ==<br />
* Spring Flea Market<br />
* Ctrl-Alt-Let's Eat! Pizza Hut Fund Raiser for Bloominglabs<br />
* Miah from the city approached us about a warehouse on S. Rogers Street (which we obtained in July!!)<br />
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== June 2014 ==<br />
* Arduino workshops with Monroe County Public Library (MCPL)<br />
* Geek Camp hosted by Kevin Makice visits Bloominglabs for an afternoon (kids event)<br />
* Participated in the National Day of Making June 18th [http://newsletter.makezine.com/t/ViewEmail/r/AE9837DFB31E1DA52540EF23F30FEDED]<br />
* Wrote an RFP "About Us" document for the S. Rogers warehouse to be submitted with our bid<br />
* On June 24th the City Parks and Rec board approved our bid for the South Rogers warehouse!! (And Adam Nahas got his bid on the other warehouse on the same lot)<br />
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== July 2014 ==<br />
* Obtained the S. Rogers warehouse (3100 square feet!), main move occurred on July 26th<br />
** Fundraised all money required to build dividing wall and do needed electrical and lighting expansion in 1 day once we were green-lighted by the city to move in<br />
** Built 50'x12' dividing wall<br />
** Installed and wired all lighting in workshop and office areas, wired new wall with outlets, and added outlets in workshop (120v+220v) and office<br />
* July 30th was our first public night at the new space<br />
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== August 2014 ==<br />
* August 1st was the official start of our new lease at South Rogers!<br />
* Member Josh makes Hackaday with his 3dollar 3D scanner: http://hackaday.com/2014/07/31/a-3dollar-scanner/<br />
* Bloominglabs was official stop on the Hoosier-to-Hoosier sale next door, we had an out-door flea-market and open-house as well<br />
* Makevention 2014 was held on Aug 30th!<br />
* Aug 31st, Star Wars "The Faneditageddon" as a wind-down event after the move-in: Fan edits of episodes 1, 2, and 3<br />
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== September 2014 ==<br />
* Membership count raised significantly this month<br />
* Wonderlab fundraiser held with Bloominglabs members participating - Jays Laser Maze and the FOOLS lock picking village were on-site<br />
* Bloominglabs partnered with Discardia for a bag-making workshop at MCPL on Sept. 13th: http://mcpl.info/event/bloominglabs-arduino-club-mcpl<br />
* Bloominglabs Arduino club at MCPL on Sept. 23rd, Python club on Sept. 30th: http://mcpl.info/event/bloominglabs-python-club-mcpl<br />
* A member brought in a second refrigerator and stocks it with eggs for members (a portion of each purchase goes to Bloominglabs)<br />
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== October 2014 ==<br />
* Pinnacle fundraiser, graciously provided a table for Bloominglabs at this event<br />
* Membership drive week held Oct. 27th through the 31st, several activities held during this time through the week<br />
* Lock picking night Oct. 30th<br />
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== November 2014 ==<br />
* Adam Nahas Halloween bash held next door, all members were welcome to attend<br />
* Bloominglabs selected to participate in Spark.io build night - they gave us 10 Spark.io boards and we held hackathons on Nov. 13th and Nov. 15th<br />
** Members writeup of their Spark.io projects: http://www.instructables.com/id/IoT-Bathroom-Vacancy-Indicator-For-Hackers/<br />
* Danny had a barn-raising of his tiny-house he was building at the space<br />
* Bloominglabs Python club at MCPL<br />
* Bloominglabs Arduino club at MCPL<br />
* Fundraiser started for desktop CNC Mill (Shapeoko 2) [[Mini_CNC_Mill_Drive]]<br />
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== December 2014 ==<br />
* Shapeoko2 CNC Mill arrived!!<br />
* Bloominglabs participated in the Pinnacle Winter Fair fundraiser<br />
* We rose to our all-time high (as of this date) paying member count of 37!<br />
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== January 2015 ==<br />
* Danny's tiny-house Build-a-Thon from Jan 2nd through the 9th<br />
* Lots of work on 501c3 application<br />
* Another bylaw amendment to support 501c3 application<br />
* Workshop planning<br />
* Yearly meeting<br />
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== A lot happened during this time... ==<br />
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== December 2017 ==<br />
* Move-out from the warehouse in full gear, city gave us notice July 1st to be out by December 31st (6 months as required in lease)<br />
* New building was not ready for us January 1st, most gear went into a storage unit the same landlord let us use for free<br />
* Buildout activity started at the new South Walnut space<br />
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== January 2018 ==<br />
* Slow buildout activity at South Walnut space<br />
* Wednesday meetings only for members as no active lease meant no liability insurance<br />
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== February 2018 ==<br />
* Feb 1st we took possession of the South Walnut location, still lots to do before really moving in<br />
* [[2018_Yearly_Meeting]]<br />
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== March 2018 ==<br />
* Grand (Re-) Opening March 3rd!<br />
* Buildout kicks into higher gear, painting done, electrical still being done<br />
* Wood shop dust collection system assembled, shop layout discussed<br />
* First regular members meeting of 2018 held<br />
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== April 2018 ==<br />
* More workshops planned and held this year than ever before!<br />
* Blender 3D Modeling and Animation - 9 week class<br />
* Sustainabarrels!<br />
* Needle Felting<br />
* Learn to Laser Cut - 2 weeks<br />
* Machining Fundamentals - 5 weeks<br />
* Retr0bright Day<br />
* Arduinos and Sensors! - paired with the MicroPython class<br />
* Learn to Solder!<br />
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== June 2018 ==<br />
* Metal fab shop mostly completed with fume hood installed<br />
* Welding Day 2018 workshop<br />
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== July 2018 ==<br />
* MicroPython, IoT, & Microcontrollers<br />
* Learn to Solder!<br />
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== August 2018 ==<br />
* Bloominglabs participated at the Fix-it fair at MCPL<br />
* Makevention #6<br />
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== October 2018 ==<br />
* Halloween Workshop: Freaky Felting<br />
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== November 2018 ==<br />
* Make a Plant Tower<br />
* Two formal board meetings held (11-1 and 11-28)<br />
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== December 2018 ==<br />
* Essential Oils Workshop<br />
* St. Nick's Workshop with Bloominglabs and Discardia at MCPL<br />
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== January 2019 ==<br />
* It was a slow year<br />
* Some workshops probably happened<br />
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== January 2020 ==<br />
* fire event, space open to members but closed to the public for a while<br />
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== March 2020 ==<br />
* Global pandemic declared, start of social distancing and forced closure of public venues for the time being<br />
* Bloominglabs remains closed to the public. One-on-one visits by request still happening.<br />
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== Feb 2021==<br />
* That pandemic thing still ongoing<br />
* Bloominglabs Yearly Meeting held<br />
* Bloominglabs is doing well despite the pandemic<br />
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== Feb 2022==<br />
* We're still alive and doing awesome<br />
* Bloominglabs held a record number of workshops in 2021, all detailed in the 2021 Annual Report<br />
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[[Category:Operations]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Adding_MembersAdding Members2022-04-24T03:39:36Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>This is the procedure we use to add new members to our group. This is an informal guide, the formal codified process is defined in our [[Standing Rules]]<br />
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== Adding Members ==<br />
==== Introduction ====<br />
When new people show up on our public nights we give them a tour and invite them to hang out with us. It's important that we explain our process to potential new members. Also it's important that members and especially officers are available to the new members. This also includes being available to process new memberships at each step.<br />
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==== Step 1 ====<br />
A person expresses an interest in joining. We explain that they have to visit Bloominglabs or a Bloominglabs event 3 times before they can join. Once they have met their attendance requirment you can have them fill out a membership application. They need to find a sponsor and often the person who gives them a tour ends up sponsoring them unless there is a concern (very uncommon of course). <br />
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==== Step 2 ====<br />
Once they meet their attendance requirement have them fill out a membershpi application. Then explain that we use a voting proceedure once the application is submitted before they can become a member - this usually takes a week. It's important to tell them we will finish their membership app, set them up with an RFID tag, and collect their first dues the next week when they come back. Occaisonally people expect to hear back from us via email and never show up again.<br />
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Now you need to send an email to the members list announcing the prospective member wants to join. Usually we then have a week for anyone to speak up for or against the potential new member.<br />
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==== Step 3 ====<br />
The 4th week - we have to work to make sure we don't drop the ball here. Most people by this time know us well enough to approach one or more of us about finishing their membership process. Sometimes people are afraid to speak up, and it shouldn't be their job to either. When we see someone who's come back we need to engage them.<br />
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At this point collect their dues if that hasn't happened yet. If they don't have their dues we don't finish out the membership. When we finish it out without collecting the money first about half the time they never pay and then you have a paperwork mess to cleanup with nothing to show for it.<br />
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Once paid up, get them an RFID fob and put their info in the [https://www.bloominglabs.org/members/members.php New Member application]. It adds them to the invoicing system and mailing lists. When they are added to the members mailing list they receive an introductory email that includes links to the [[New Members]] doc and the [[Membership Manual]]. Add them to the Google spreadsheet. Lastly, you need to log in to the invoicing system and mark their invoice as paid.<br />
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Finish filling out our part of the membership application. Find their signed liability waiver (or have them sign another one) and staple it behind the membership application. Then put those documents into the completed membership application envelope in/on/near the green filing cabinet near the front door.<br />
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Ask them if they have any questions. Also run through the list of items on the back of the membership form clip board with them (showing them where the first-aid kit is, fire extinguishers, how to get help, etc).<br />
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== Removing Members==<br />
This is much simpler. First have the officer in charge of handling invoices stop their invoice recurrences. Once that is done they will no longer receive monthly invoices. This also causes them to be automatically be removed from the members mailing list within a week (only this list though, they can remain signed up to the announce and discuss list). Currently we still have to manually disable their RFID. If they are behind on their invoices try to work with them to collect the over-due invoices. Lastly remove them from the Google spreadsheet. That gets them out of the business systems.<br />
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If there is a problem with the member things can be expidited as needed. If they had any online access that can be removed as well if needed (wiki, servers in the space, etc). Also our ByLaws have provisions for handling member problems.<br />
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[[Category:Operations]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Business_OperationsBusiness Operations2022-04-24T03:36:38Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>This is an entry point for officers/board members to get access into the operation of Bloominglabs Incorporated. This should also contain links to all of our important legal documents as needed. The end goal is to keep Bloominglabs functioning heathly regardless of who the officers are.<br />
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== Officer Resources ==<br />
* [[Bylaws]] - A living document of our legal bylaws.<br />
* [[Standing_Rules]] - Referred to by the bylaws, these rules also govern aspects of our organization<br />
* [[Meeting Minutes]] - Formal meeting minutes from all member meetings.<br />
* [[Donations]] - How we process donations.<br />
* [[Treasurer]] - Documentation for the treasurer and/or treasurers assistant<br />
* [[Grants]] - Grants we have applied for<br />
* [https://www.bloominglabs.org/crm CRM System] - A rolodex of people we've worked with in Bloomington. If you need a contact for a group or need to find someone's number try this system, it is somewhat up to date.<br />
* [[Administrative Task List]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs_PGP_key]] - the public key used for verifying the authenticity of PGP signed Bloominglabs documents<br />
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== Recommended Reading ==<br />
* [http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p4221pc.pdf IRS Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Public Charities] - 30 pages, every officer should read this.<br />
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=== How officers do their jobs ===<br />
This is a collection of descriptions and notes for how officers do their jobs. The intent is to provide some direction to new officers and to assist existing officers to cover for each other if needed.<br />
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* [[Officers Guide]] - A general guidepost for officers<br />
* [[Officer transition]] - A check-list to run down when transitioning a new officer into their new role<br />
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* [[Dues Collection]] - How the officer in charge of collecting dues handles this duty<br />
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* [[Adding Members]] - The process we use to add new members<br />
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=== Yearly Dates to Remember ===<br />
* [https://www.google.com/calendar/render?mode=day&date=20170214T192231 Officer Google Calendar] should have all of these dates setup to help remind you.<br />
** The Google account bloominglabs at gmail dot com owns this calendar and someone with current access should share this to new officers.<br />
* Schedule the [http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Bylaws#Section_2:_Annual_Meetings Annual Meeting] by January 31st (may take place after this date) - [http://doodle.com http://doodle.com]<br />
* Is it New Years day? That means it's time to start preparing the Annual Report for prior year, to be presented at the Annual Meeting<br />
** Use the prior years report as a template [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DSAlSh62ugImJFdxHUHtNj9LSu5LBAUCX1hhWlM5JbA/edit 2015 Bloominglabs Annual Report]<br />
* Yearly by January 31st: Indiana DoR sales tax filing. https://intime.dor.in.gov/<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: Indiana form NP-20 (Annual Report/sales tax exemption renewal) Also at https://intime.dor.in.gov<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: IRS form 990 https://sa.www4.irs.gov/epostcard/<br />
* USPS PO box: Due yearly by July 31st<br />
* Dotster bloominglabs.org domain name: Paid up through July, 2020<br />
* Dotster makevention.org domain name: Paid up through November, 2020<br />
* S. Walnut lease started ?, 2018 and was for a 3 year period. ? months notice is required for either party to vacate the lease?<br />
** That first lease was vacated in Q1-2020, a new 1 year lease was signed starting mid-2020. Further 1-year leases have been executed since then.<br />
** Any signer of future leases should do a diff against the prior lease to generate a 100% accounting of all document changes before signing. This has bitten us before by missing changes made to renewed leases without us noticing.<br />
* Insurance: due yearly by mid-November<br />
* Every other year by December 31st: File Indiana Business Entity Report - [https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings]. Last filed 2016<br />
* Every two years (not sure dates, around mid May): File Property Taxes Form: Last filed 2017<br />
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== Legal Documents ==<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs_IRS_determination_letter.pdf]] - Federal IRS Determination Letter - this verifies we are a charitable non-profit<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-SalesTaxExemption.pdf]] - Indiana State Sales Tax Exemption<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-1023.pdf]] - IRS 501c3 application, form 1023 (long form)<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Articles-of-Inc.pdf]] - Articles of Incorporation<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Certificate-of-Inc.pdf]] - Certificate of Incorporation<br />
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== Document Repository ==<br />
There are two Google Drive accounts which contains a lot of stuff like the Annual Reports, member surveys, and various spreadsheets. All officers should have the login's for these, new officers should be given access to this resource.<br />
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== Member Oriented Operations ==<br />
* [[Membership Manual]] - General membership guideline new and old members can use as a reference. Outlines what is expected and how to get involved.<br />
* [[New Members]] - The new member guide that every new member gets emailed when they join, intent is to speed up how quickly new members can find resources available to them.<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - This is a historical log of events that happened at Bloominglabs, including informal events and activities.<br />
* [[PastEvents]] - This is where info from the front page retires to once it's out of date.<br />
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== QR code URL==<br />
If you are viewing hard-copy, the latest version of this document is always available online:<br />
<br>http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Business_Operations<br />
[[Image:Qrcode Business Operations.png|none|thumb|150px|URL for this page]]<br />
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[[Category:Operations]] [[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/TreasurerTreasurer2022-04-24T03:34:23Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>= Treasurer's Duties =<br />
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== Ongoing Monthly Duties ==<br />
* Check our P.O. box (2443) for notifications from our creditors, checks to be deposited, etc.<br />
** Paid in July<br />
* Check our onsite mailbox for notifications<br />
* Check donations/dues boxes onsite for deposits<br />
* Deposit payments collected into Blabs' bank <br />
* Pay Monthly Expenses<br />
** Rent<br />
** Electric bill<br />
** Gas bill<br />
** Internet<br />
** Garbage<br />
** Insurance<br />
** Freshbooks<br />
*** Note: All monthly expenses are paid automatically from our checking account<br />
* Poke people about past dues<br />
** Disable people's fobs if they are over 3 months over due<br />
** Realize that people may not know they are past due<br />
** These duties are often take on by other board members<br />
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== Government Filings ==<br />
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<strike>* By January 31st: File sales taxes for previous calendar year with the Indiana Department of Revenue<br />
** https://intime.dor.in.gov/</strike><br />
* By Annual Meeting: Prepare annual treasurer's report for previous calendar year<br />
** IUCU bank account (expenses, dues)<br />
** PayPal (dues, workshop payments and expenses, large donations)<br />
** Square (onsite payments like snacks and laser time)<br />
** WePay (dues)<br />
** Freshbooks (dues credits for things like teaching a workshop or buying snacks)<br />
** Makevention report<br />
** Workshop report<br />
** Past dues report<br />
** Monthly expense report versus membership dues coming in<br />
*** Consider that somethings (like snacks) are being paid in dues credits which is essential an expense to Blabs<br />
** Banking Fees (PayPal, WePay, credit card, etc.)<br />
*** Help members understand that it's important to make it easy for people to give us money<br />
* By May 15th: File 990N with the IRS for previous calendar year<br />
** https://sa.www4.irs.gov/epostcard/<br />
* By May 15th: File NP-20, Nonprofit Organization's Annual Report, with the Indiana Department of Revenue<br />
** https://intime.dor.in.gov/<br />
* By May 15th: File Indiana Business Tangible Personal Property Taxes for previous calendar year<br />
** We don't pay any taxes on our property because we are exempt, but Indiana still requires us to file<br />
** Online: https://ppopin.in.gov/<br />
** Paper form will be sent when tax needs to be filed<br />
** Will come to our onsite mailbox<br />
** In 2021, Blabs' made a great effort to document our tangible business property. That will be useful for filing going forward.<br />
* By December 31st: Every other year file our Indiana Business Entity Report<br />
** Filing on the even numbered years (2018, 2020, etc)<br />
** https://access.in.gov/<br />
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== Workshop Support ==<br />
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* Create PayPal buttons for Workshops<br />
* Buy things for the workshop<br />
* Make sure people get reimbursed - protect you and the person you are giving money to - get receipts!<br />
* Try to make sure we bring in enough money to cover the costs of the workshop<br />
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These are on-going duties throughout the year<br />
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== Makevention Support As Needed ==<br />
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* Makevention pretty much runs itself financially, but may need treasurer support<br />
* Makevention has all their own accounts for Square, Paypal, and an IUCU checking account<br />
* Make sure payments and expenses for Makevention go into the right accounts<br />
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[[Category:Operations]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Dues_CollectionDues Collection2022-04-24T03:31:34Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>This was documentation that was written for our old self-hosted member invoicing system (Simple Invoices). As of 2022 we use FreshBooks so this document no longer applies.<br />
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Detailed description of how our dues collection aka invoicing system works, checks in place to save time, and the general way people have come to expect things to work. Simple Invoices easily saves 20 hours of work a month, but it has quirks.<br />
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* [https://www.bloominglabs.org/dues Dues/Invoicing system]<br />
* [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AvA-xEu5NlJCdC1IVW9wSkJMVU1jY2x1U19RTEN2aFE&pli=1#gid=6 Google spreadsheet]<br />
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There is also the [[Dues Collection QuickStart]] which is a short set of directions of how cash dues are collected and processed in our system.<br />
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From here on out we call this Invoicing.<br />
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== Hard Rules of Invoicing ==<br />
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====First rule of invoicing ====<br />
(For processing new members):<br />
If a new member has not yet paid then we don’t process their membership, clear and simple.<br />
Once money is in our hands we move forwards. We’ve had way too many folks get 3 visits in, be all excited and ready to go, promise to pay next week, then they never show up again. Then you are left with a bunch of cleanup you have to do both in the invoicing system and other places, and not even a single dues payment to show for it (and you are out 1 RFID fob too).<br />
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====Second rule of invoicing====<br />
Thou shall never mark an invoice as being paid for more than the value of the invoice.<br />
This only applies as long as we use Simple Invoices.<br />
You can make multiple sub-payments on a single invoice that equals the total.<br />
You can edit the value of the invoice (before marking it as paid) to reflect the correct payment being made if they overpaid their dues on purpose.<br />
You can ignore the actual amount paid and just mark the invoice as being paid for the amount due (if they over paid on purpose).<br />
But you will only cause yourself future problems and grief if you ever mark an invoice as being paid for more than the value of the invoice. Consider yourself warned, SI just doesn’t handle this well.<br />
This also means that if someone makes a single payment that is the total of multiple invoices, you must still mark each individual invoice as being paid.<br />
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====Third rule of invoicing====<br />
Reconcile paid-ahead members by the 4th of each month.<br />
On the morning of the 5th of each month nanny emails are sent nagging folks who are behind on their dues. Get invoices marked as paid for members who have paid ahead before this happens or you will get angry responses from people who are not actually behind. The google spreadsheet allows us to track who has paid ahead. The reason for having to do this is explained further down, our invoicing system does not gracefully handle payments for invoices that don’t exist yet.<br />
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==== Fourth rule of invoicing====<br />
Invoices are sent out on the 1st each month.<br />
They become due on the 15th of the same month.<br />
Dues are considered late if the payment comes after the 15th.<br />
If members only have 1 outstanding invoice, we don't nag them until it goes past the end of the current month.<br />
If members have more than 1 outstanding invoice, we fully enforce the 15th as a cut-off date.<br />
The members have been trained to expect this. Adhere to this and there will be less confusion.<br />
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== What we use for invoicing and why ==<br />
We use an open source web-based invoicing system called Simple Invoices. At the time (early 2012) when I was looking for an automatic invoicing solution SI was the only one which was 1) free, 2) web-based (so members could check their balances without having to consult the accounts receivable dude), 3) actually worked, and 4) is automatically updated when payments are made via PayPal. There were two other projects which I recall testing out and were completely DOA (code was incomplete and projects were dead). SI, while having some quirks, was the only solution at that time. In practice, item 2 (letting users keep track of their dues balance on their own) has turned out to not be needed because everyone still asks the accounts receivable dude for their balance.<br />
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However, another item has turned out to be extremely useful with choosing SI: scripting of processes through the web interface. This is done with shell scripts running on the server that hosts our install of SI and is completely custom. This is now how members get notified when they are behind on dues and threatens to disable their RFID access unless imminent payment occurs. Beyond the time-savings of just the automatic updates when PayPal is used, the automatic notification to users by how much they are behind has shaved several hours of manual work off each month of the accounts receivable dude.<br />
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Lastly, the new members management web page has shaved time off of the process of adding members to Bloominglabs via some background automation much like the above paragraph spells out. Among other things, this page reduces the manual work of adding a new member to SI down to 3 check boxes and the manual process of marking the members first invoice as paid.<br />
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Lessons learned:<br />
* Invoicing that is automatically updated when members pay via PayPal saves a lot of time<br />
* Automated nag emails that show how far they are behind are another big time saver<br />
* Chaining other actions by setting an end-date on their invoice recurrence can save even more time when members leave<br />
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== Wait, there's a spreadsheet too?? ==<br />
Because of the single fact that SI does not handle payments well which have been paid in advance, we have to keep the spreadsheet. The moment SI starts handling payments in advance aka credit balances properly we can ditch the spreadsheet. So, we have to keep the spreadsheet updated when people pay their dues. Once a month the accounts receivable person (by the 4th of the month) has to go through and see which members have "paid ahead" which means the current month's dues are already paid for. Go down the list and then mark the invoice for each member in this condition as being paid.<br />
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* [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AvA-xEu5NlJCdC1IVW9wSkJMVU1jY2x1U19RTEN2aFE&pli=1#gid=6 Google spreadsheet]<br />
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== SI Nomenclature ==<br />
* User - The account you log in with<br />
* Biller - Bloominglabs<br />
* Customer - Members<br />
* Recurrence - This is an entry, linked to an initial invoice, which generates new invoices on a periodic basis as specified in the entry. <br />
* Statement of invoices - Report listing invoices for a specified member for a given date range<br />
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== Quirks of Simple Invoices ==<br />
Something to understand about SI is that there is no native way through the native web interface to remove Customers, paid invoices, payments, and recurrences. Unpaid invoices are one of the few things which can be removed easily as there is a menu item for that. On the same vein, Customers, unpaid invoices, and recurrences may all be edited. However once a payment is registered for an invoice, neither item may be changed.<br />
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If there is a screw up in entering something, then phpmyadmin/mysql client can be used to manually clean things up. But don’t make mistakes as it takes time to fix.<br />
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== Personal Preferences ==<br />
The world will not stop spinning if these things are not done as described, it just makes things cleaner for us down the road.<br />
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I prefer that when manually marking someone’s invoice as paid, from the Payment menu for a specific invoice, always start at the bottom of the drop-down list and go up. The list of invoices in the drop-down menu are always in chronological order, so choosing the bottom-most one will ensure the members oldest invoice gets paid first. This is a personal preference thing, but helps make things orderly for us when members are chronically behind.<br />
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I also only enter the Members name and email in the invoicing system. This is to prevent technical debt later on in the form of outdated address info. I really don’t want to maintain member home addresses across a half-dozen separate systems. This info is fine to live only on their membership app for the time being.<br />
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== Marking an invoice as paid ==<br />
This is done via the “Money/Payments” menu. When someone pays with cash, check, or by square you must manually update their invoice as paid. Also if someone makes what I call a “manual paypal payment” you must also go in and update their invoice as paid. This occurs when someone does not use the PayPal link in their invoice, but rather initiates a direct payment to invoices@bloominglabs.org for their dues. Currently the default behavior in the default PDF viewer in OSX Mavericks and above is to not open URL’s in PDF’s so there are legitimate reasons some members don’t use the PDF link in their invoice (however they can choose to use an alternative PDF viewer to circumvent this).<br />
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Please note that once an invoice is marked as paid it is “locked in”. Before it is paid it can be deleted or the amount changed. However SI does not allow backing out changes though once a payment occurs. If a mistake is made here then phpmyadmin must be used to manually delete the bogus invoice<br />
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Lastly, if someone pays more than the dues amount specified on their invoice I edit their invoice amount to match the payment before marking it paid. This keeps things straight and correct with regards to their total balance over time. Also, as in rule of invoicing #2, marking an invoice as paid more than the amount is a nightmare. It will throw off their balance from that point forwards - forever. The next monthly invoice they get will ignore their credit balance even though the system knows it's there. Don't be tempted to do this. <br />
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== Changing someone from one dues rate to another rate ==<br />
Lets say a member wants to change their monthly dues rate from $40 a month to $20. So their current recurrence is normally based on their very first invoice in the system. However, to do this properly we have to make a new invoice with his new monthly dues rate ($20 from $40). This is because there are no existing invoices for them in the amount of $20 which we can change this recurrence to.<br />
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I could have just changed their February invoice to be $20, then update their recurrence to be based on this invoice (so all future invoices are created with the same value). However they want to still pay the existing February invoice of $40. So instead I created a new invoice for them dated March 1st (and emailed it to them manually from within SI). Next I updated their recurrence to point to the March 1st invoice). Lastly, I changed the start date of the recurrence to be April 1st since there is already a legitimate March 1st invoice in the system. That way they won’t get a second March invoice generated on 3-1.<br />
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Also, finding recurrences is tricky because they are only listed by invoice number, the member name is only listed on the edit panel for each one. I lookup someones “statement of invoices” from the “Home/Dashboard” panel to find their very first invoice number then I can find their recurrence from the “Money/Recurrence” panel. It’s a minor nuisance which hopefully will be fixed in a future version of SI.<br />
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== Making a change to an invoice recurrence ==<br />
Sometimes you need to make a change to an invoice recurrence for a member. One situation is when you need to change the start date of a new member. This can happen when a new member joins at the end of the month and we agree to apply their first dues towards the coming month. If the person filling out the new-member application didn’t get the memo and leaves in the default date, it will set the new member up to get an automatic invoice at the first of the next month (which they have already paid). Also, there can be an intermittent bug in the new-member app where even though you’ve changed the start-date correctly, it still just uses the next month as the starting date. Either way, you need to manually change the start date of the invoice. <br />
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Another situation is when someone changes the amount of dues they are paying monthly, in that case you have to point their recurrence to a different invoice which has the new amount. The second issue is covered here: [[#Changing_someone_from_one_dues_rate_to_another_rate]].<br />
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Ok, so here is how we find the correct invoice recurrence. Figuring out which recurrence belongs to which member is tricky because they are only listed by invoice number, the member name is only listed on the edit panel for each recurrence. First I lookup someones “statement of invoices” from the “Home/Dashboard” panel to find their very first invoice number. Then I usually open a second browser tab and go to the recurrence panel under “Money/Recurrence”. Now you can move through the pages until you find the correct invoice number. If you are correcting a recurrence which was just created for a new member then you can probably avoid all of this and just edit the very first recurrence listed. Once you go into the recurrence edit panel, the name of the member will be listed in a drop-down box. This will verify if you have the correct recurrence. You can now make the necessary changes and save them.<br />
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== Changing the start date of an invoice recurrence ==<br />
See [[#Making a change to an invoice recurrence]]<br />
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== Ending a membership - Stopping automatic invoicing ==<br />
====There are two ways someone’s membership ends====<br />
The best way is when someone speaks up and tells us they are ending their membership. Usually this happens before they are behind in dues. This is easy, just set an end date on their recurrence of the last day of the current calendar month (or a future month if they are paid ahead). If they still owe dues, just work with them to get that collected.<br />
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The second way people leave is to go silent on the wire and disappear. They never tell us they want to end their membership, late-dues emails are not responded to, and then after they rack up 3 months of back dues it’s time to tie these folks off. Before cutting someone off like this I always try to at least give them a phone call (via number on their membership app), but usually they can’t be reached. Set an end date on their recurrence and remove their outstanding invoices. There’s no need to dick around with them any further, and we’re way too small to litigate over the membership funds we are owed each time someone does this.<br />
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====Stopping automatic invoicing====<br />
The first thing to do is stop their invoice recurrence by setting an end date for it. Start by running a “Statement of invoices” report for the member. Look up their very first invoice. I like to keep this list up until I’m done (by opening a second browser tab for this next step). Next go to the “Money/Recurrence” menu and search for this invoice number (customer names are not listed here which is a pain in the ass). If you don’t find that invoice number, then it means their recurrence is based on one of their other invoices for some reason. Either way, you will have to find an invoice in their “Statement of invoices” which shows up in the recurrence listing before going any further.<br />
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Once you find their recurrence, click to edit it, and set an appropriate end date. If they are paid up through the end of the current month, then set the last day of the current month as their end date. If they are past-due and you are disabling their membership with haste, then choose the current date. Just remember that other actions are chained off of this end date. Background scripts will remove them from the members email list (runs weekly on Sundays), and possibly some day we may have RFID access disabled by this end date.<br />
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Once the recurrence is handled, if necessary there may be further cleanup needed. If they left unpaid invoices, those can be removed, that can be done manually. When viewing an individual UNPAID invoice, there is an option to delete it (this is not available on the edit menu, only the view menu). However, this is slow and painful if handling a bunch of these at once. Assuming you have shell access to the SI host, the script /home/dosman/bin/cleanup_unpaid_invoices.sh can be used to automatically remove a specific members unpaid invoices for you in one fell swoop.<br />
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Lastly, I don’t recommend disabling the member name under the “Customer” menu. The reason is that certain functions are disabled when you do that, like being able to run a statement of invoices for the member (to see how many outstanding invoices they have).<br />
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== Resending an invoice to a member ==<br />
Sometimes a member looses track of old unpaid invoices and needs them resent. First, you need to locate their unpaid invoices so run a “Statement of invoices”. Then I like to open a second browser window and then look for their specific invoice number. Note: invoice id’s are different from invoice numbers. Invoice id’s are SI internal references to the invoice, some menus show this number for some reason, don’t get confused. Also, sadly you will have to page through the invoice list to find their invoice number. Once found, from the invoice list there is an email icon next to the invoice which can be clicked, this will take you to another menu where you can complete this process. Also, if you click and view the invoice, there is also an email option from within this menu that can be used.<br />
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== Manually adding someone to Simple Invoices ==<br />
This should normally be handled by the new members web page. However it may be required to add new members manually for some reason. This is how to do this.<br />
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* Go to the “People” menu and click “Customers”. Then add their details. Please only enter their name and email address, this way we have less information that can get out of sync as it ages.<br />
* Now create their first invoice from the “Money/Invoices” menu.<br />
* Next, you can mark the invoice as paid via the “Money/Payments” menu assuming they have paid.<br />
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Lastly, setup a recurrence for them. This way they will get a new invoice every month. Go to the “Money/Recurrence” menu and choose to create a new recurrence. From this menu, choose the new members invoice which should be at the very top of the list in the drop-down menu. Set a start date for the recurrence of the following month. If desired, you can bump the start date up by 2 months if they are joining at the end of a month. This makes it more fair by not penalizing them for joining late in the month.<br />
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== Updating a members email address ==<br />
This is simple. Go to “People/Customers” and find the members name. Click to edit their info, and update their email address. Obviously this is important to get right or else the member will not get their monthly dues invoice, nor will they get any nag reminders that they are behind.<br />
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== Adding a new member who is/was a former Bloominglabs member ==<br />
This is not a common thing to happen, but it does sometimes. More than likely they already have a "Customer" entry in the system. In this case, when using the New Member Application, un-check the boxes to create a new SI account and recurrence for them. You may need to manually create their first new invoice for this "go-around" and also manually create a new recurrence for them. It's likely they already have a recurrence setup though and it just has an end-date set. You should find their old recurrence and just remove the end-date. Most of the time this will take care of everything, assuming they are paying the same dues rate as they were before. If they are paying a different dues amount now you will need to point the recurrence to a new invoice for them with the current dues rate. See [[#Changing someone from one dues rate to another rate]]. Also, it's ok if they have multiple recurrences (one old one that has an end-date and one new one for the current active membership). However I advise you to avoid this just to keep the system free of cruft. But it's not a problem as far as I know.<br />
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Also, as stated somewhere in the above directions, you should not mark the SI account of former members as "disabled". If they have an old account that is disabled for some reason, you will need to change that before you can make any new invoices for them or change their old recurrence.<br />
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Last but not least, if you accidentally create a 2nd SI account for them then there are two options. 1) ignore it. 2) dredge up phpmyadmin and edit the database to remove the 2nd account. There is no native way in SI to do this. The same goes for recurrences, phpmyadmin is the only way to remove duplicate entries.<br />
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== Weird problems ==<br />
==== #1: The case of the double payments ====<br />
Once I started running into a problem where someone had invoices due but their balance was different from the total of the outstanding invoices. I finally figured out how it kept happening each month. At the time I didn't even realize you could make multiple payments to a single invoice. But anyway, this member had paid ahead in cash. So at the first of the month I marked their invoice as paid per the usual custom of reconciling the spreadsheet to SI as in Rule #3. However afterwords, the member was still paying their invoice through PayPal via the link in their invoice and I didn't notice this. So now there were two $40 payments on a single $40 invoice. I believe they got one month behind at one point. The nag system spotted this and emailed them about the unpaid invoice, but it showed their balance in the system which did not match the outstanding invoices, this is how I found the problem to begin with.<br />
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To fix this I had to use phpmyadmin to remove the second payments to each invoice. Since they missed a month and they were actually paid ahead a month that stopped the problem in this case. But it's a weird edge-case to know about - even if you mark an invoice as paid manually, the member can accidentally cause a problem by paying their invoice AGAIN through PayPal if you haven't communicated what you are doing with them.<br />
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== Our extensions to SI ==<br />
This is not intended to be a technical document so I've put this info on the technical [[Simple Invoices]] page at the bottom (Scripts we have bolted on to SI). This is basically a number of external helper scripts that provides the nag emails and other notification functionality that is lacking in SI.<br />
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== So you wanna switch to something else ==<br />
Some words of advice for anyone coming in who wants to make things better. If there's something better than SI that's great (I'm sure it has to exist out there). Just make sure these things are handled when you go-live or else you are signing yourself up for many hours of additional work each month:<br />
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* Automatic nag emails that include how far they are behind - if you don't have this in place you just signed up for a minimum of 10 hours of manual work each month.<br />
** We essentially have 4 separate nag emails that are sent out at different times of the month, details can be found here: [[Simple_Invoices#Scripts_we_have_bolted-on_to_SI]]. You don't have to replicate this exactly, but you need SOMETHING that does most of this for you automatically. Consider yourself warned.<br />
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* Automatic invoices sent via email - nuff said.<br />
* Accepts PayPal - 2/3rds of our members are already trained to use paypal via the invoice they get, don't make life harder for the good ones.<br />
* Ability to chain events off of memberships that end - automatic disabling of RFID and removal from the members email list is a time saver, but not a huge deal as our turnover isn't that huge.<br />
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If you have those things worked out then you are in reasonable shape. I can't tell you how important the nag emails are though.<br />
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[[Category:Operations]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Administrative_Task_ListAdministrative Task List2022-04-24T03:23:45Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>These are tasks for the officers to keep track of. FWIW, this page has gotten pretty old and may not be useful at this point.<br />
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* Fire extinguisher testing<br />
**Koorsens does this and we've used them before<br />
* <s>Need a UPS for the RFID system</s><br />
* RFID system refresh with more doors supported?<br />
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* Integrate our CRM system into our new-member page so that we can have the membership applications stored digitally<br />
**Currently we have the open source version of SugarCRM deployed for managing contacts. I have it configured to allow storing our active member list along with all of the info on the membership application. The down side is that the free version of SugarCRM does not support an API interface. Some day I'd like to have the new-member page update this with their info.<br />
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[[Category:Operations]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Business_OperationsBusiness Operations2022-04-24T03:16:32Z<p>Dosman: /* Yearly Dates to Remember */</p>
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<div>This is an entry point for officers/board members to get access into the operation of Bloominglabs Incorporated. This should also contain links to all of our important legal documents as needed. The end goal is to keep Bloominglabs functioning heathly regardless of who the officers are.<br />
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== Officer Resources ==<br />
* [[Bylaws]] - A living document of our legal bylaws.<br />
* [[Standing_Rules]] - Referred to by the bylaws, these rules also govern aspects of our organization<br />
* [[Meeting Minutes]] - Formal meeting minutes from all member meetings.<br />
* [[Donations]] - How we process donations.<br />
* [[Grants]] - Grants we have applied for<br />
* [https://www.bloominglabs.org/crm CRM System] - A rolodex of people we've worked with in Bloomington. If you need a contact for a group or need to find someone's number try this system, it is somewhat up to date.<br />
* [[Administrative Task List]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs_PGP_key]] - the public key used for verifying the authenticity of PGP signed Bloominglabs documents<br />
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== Recommended Reading ==<br />
* [http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p4221pc.pdf IRS Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Public Charities] - 30 pages, every officer should read this.<br />
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=== How officers do their jobs ===<br />
This is a collection of descriptions and notes for how officers do their jobs. The intent is to provide some direction to new officers and to assist existing officers to cover for each other if needed.<br />
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* [[Officers Guide]] - A general guidepost for officers<br />
* [[Officer transition]] - A check-list to run down when transitioning a new officer into their new role<br />
* [[Dues Collection]] - How the officer in charge of collecting dues handles this duty<br />
* [[Adding Members]] - The process we use to add new members<br />
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=== Yearly Dates to Remember ===<br />
* [https://www.google.com/calendar/render?mode=day&date=20170214T192231 Officer Google Calendar] should have all of these dates setup to help remind you.<br />
** The Google account bloominglabs at gmail dot com owns this calendar and someone with current access should share this to new officers.<br />
* Schedule the [http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Bylaws#Section_2:_Annual_Meetings Annual Meeting] by January 31st (may take place after this date) - [http://doodle.com http://doodle.com]<br />
* Is it New Years day? That means it's time to start preparing the Annual Report for prior year, to be presented at the Annual Meeting<br />
** Use the prior years report as a template [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DSAlSh62ugImJFdxHUHtNj9LSu5LBAUCX1hhWlM5JbA/edit 2015 Bloominglabs Annual Report]<br />
* Yearly by January 31st: Indiana DoR sales tax filing. https://intime.dor.in.gov/<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: Indiana form NP-20 (Annual Report/sales tax exemption renewal) Also at https://intime.dor.in.gov<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: IRS form 990 https://sa.www4.irs.gov/epostcard/<br />
* USPS PO box: Due yearly by July 31st<br />
* Dotster bloominglabs.org domain name: Paid up through July, 2020<br />
* Dotster makevention.org domain name: Paid up through November, 2020<br />
* S. Walnut lease started ?, 2018 and was for a 3 year period. ? months notice is required for either party to vacate the lease?<br />
** That first lease was vacated in Q1-2020, a new 1 year lease was signed starting mid-2020. Further 1-year leases have been executed since then.<br />
** Any signer of future leases should do a diff against the prior lease to generate a 100% accounting of all document changes before signing. This has bitten us before by missing changes made to renewed leases without us noticing.<br />
* Insurance: due yearly by mid-November<br />
* Every other year by December 31st: File Indiana Business Entity Report - [https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings]. Last filed 2016<br />
* Every two years (not sure dates, around mid May): File Property Taxes Form: Last filed 2017<br />
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== Legal Documents ==<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs_IRS_determination_letter.pdf]] - Federal IRS Determination Letter - this verifies we are a charitable non-profit<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-SalesTaxExemption.pdf]] - Indiana State Sales Tax Exemption<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-1023.pdf]] - IRS 501c3 application, form 1023 (long form)<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Articles-of-Inc.pdf]] - Articles of Incorporation<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Certificate-of-Inc.pdf]] - Certificate of Incorporation<br />
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== Document Repository ==<br />
There are two Google Drive accounts which contains a lot of stuff like the Annual Reports, member surveys, and various spreadsheets. All officers should have the login's for these, new officers should be given access to this resource.<br />
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== Member Oriented Operations ==<br />
* [[Membership Manual]] - General membership guideline new and old members can use as a reference. Outlines what is expected and how to get involved.<br />
* [[New Members]] - The new member guide that every new member gets emailed when they join, intent is to speed up how quickly new members can find resources available to them.<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - This is a historical log of events that happened at Bloominglabs, including informal events and activities.<br />
* [[PastEvents]] - This is where info from the front page retires to once it's out of date.<br />
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== QR code URL==<br />
If you are viewing hard-copy, the latest version of this document is always available online:<br />
<br>http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Business_Operations<br />
[[Image:Qrcode Business Operations.png|none|thumb|150px|URL for this page]]<br />
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[[Category:Operations]] [[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Business_OperationsBusiness Operations2022-04-24T03:13:57Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>This is an entry point for officers/board members to get access into the operation of Bloominglabs Incorporated. This should also contain links to all of our important legal documents as needed. The end goal is to keep Bloominglabs functioning heathly regardless of who the officers are.<br />
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== Officer Resources ==<br />
* [[Bylaws]] - A living document of our legal bylaws.<br />
* [[Standing_Rules]] - Referred to by the bylaws, these rules also govern aspects of our organization<br />
* [[Meeting Minutes]] - Formal meeting minutes from all member meetings.<br />
* [[Donations]] - How we process donations.<br />
* [[Grants]] - Grants we have applied for<br />
* [https://www.bloominglabs.org/crm CRM System] - A rolodex of people we've worked with in Bloomington. If you need a contact for a group or need to find someone's number try this system, it is somewhat up to date.<br />
* [[Administrative Task List]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs_PGP_key]] - the public key used for verifying the authenticity of PGP signed Bloominglabs documents<br />
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== Recommended Reading ==<br />
* [http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p4221pc.pdf IRS Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Public Charities] - 30 pages, every officer should read this.<br />
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=== How officers do their jobs ===<br />
This is a collection of descriptions and notes for how officers do their jobs. The intent is to provide some direction to new officers and to assist existing officers to cover for each other if needed.<br />
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* [[Officers Guide]] - A general guidepost for officers<br />
* [[Officer transition]] - A check-list to run down when transitioning a new officer into their new role<br />
* [[Dues Collection]] - How the officer in charge of collecting dues handles this duty<br />
* [[Adding Members]] - The process we use to add new members<br />
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=== Yearly Dates to Remember ===<br />
* [https://www.google.com/calendar/render?mode=day&date=20170214T192231 Officer Google Calendar] should have all of these dates setup to help remind you.<br />
** The Google account bloominglabs at gmail dot com owns this calendar and someone with current access should share this to new officers.<br />
* Schedule the [http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Bylaws#Section_2:_Annual_Meetings Annual Meeting] by January 31st (may take place after this date) - [http://doodle.com http://doodle.com]<br />
* Is it New Years day? That means it's time to start preparing the Annual Report for prior year, to be presented at the Annual Meeting<br />
** Use the prior years report as a template [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DSAlSh62ugImJFdxHUHtNj9LSu5LBAUCX1hhWlM5JbA/edit 2015 Bloominglabs Annual Report]<br />
* Yearly by January 31st: Indiana DoR sales tax filing. https://intime.dor.in.gov/<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: Indiana form NP-20 (Annual Report/sales tax exemption renewal) Also at https://intime.dor.in.gov<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: IRS form 990 https://sa.www4.irs.gov/epostcard/<br />
* USPS PO box: Due yearly by July 31st<br />
* Dotster bloominglabs.org domain name: Paid up through July, 2020<br />
* Dotster makevention.org domain name: Paid up through November, 2020<br />
* S. Walnut lease started ?, 2018 and was for a 3 year period. ? months notice is required for either party to vacate the lease?<br />
** That first lease was vacated in Q1-2020, a new 1 year lease was signed starting mid-2020. Further 1-year leases have been executed since then.<br />
** Any signer of future leases should do a diff against the prior lease to generate a 100% accounting of all document changes before signing. This has bitten us before by missing changes made to our leases without us noticing.<br />
* Insurance: due yearly by mid-November<br />
* Every other year by December 31st: File Indiana Business Entity Report - [https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings]. Last filed 2016<br />
* Every two years (not sure dates, around mid May): File Property Taxes Form: Last filed 2017<br />
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== Legal Documents ==<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs_IRS_determination_letter.pdf]] - Federal IRS Determination Letter - this verifies we are a charitable non-profit<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-SalesTaxExemption.pdf]] - Indiana State Sales Tax Exemption<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-1023.pdf]] - IRS 501c3 application, form 1023 (long form)<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Articles-of-Inc.pdf]] - Articles of Incorporation<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Certificate-of-Inc.pdf]] - Certificate of Incorporation<br />
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== Document Repository ==<br />
There are two Google Drive accounts which contains a lot of stuff like the Annual Reports, member surveys, and various spreadsheets. All officers should have the login's for these, new officers should be given access to this resource.<br />
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== Member Oriented Operations ==<br />
* [[Membership Manual]] - General membership guideline new and old members can use as a reference. Outlines what is expected and how to get involved.<br />
* [[New Members]] - The new member guide that every new member gets emailed when they join, intent is to speed up how quickly new members can find resources available to them.<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - This is a historical log of events that happened at Bloominglabs, including informal events and activities.<br />
* [[PastEvents]] - This is where info from the front page retires to once it's out of date.<br />
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== QR code URL==<br />
If you are viewing hard-copy, the latest version of this document is always available online:<br />
<br>http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Business_Operations<br />
[[Image:Qrcode Business Operations.png|none|thumb|150px|URL for this page]]<br />
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[[Category:Operations]] [[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Business_OperationsBusiness Operations2022-04-24T03:01:43Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>This is an entry point for officers/board members to get access into the operation of Bloominglabs Incorporated. This should also contain links to all of our important legal documents as needed. The end goal is to keep Bloominglabs functioning heathly regardless of who the officers are.<br />
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== Officer Resources ==<br />
* [[Bylaws]] - A living document of our legal bylaws.<br />
* [[Standing_Rules]] - Referred to by the bylaws, these rules also govern aspects of our organization<br />
* [[Meeting Minutes]] - Formal meeting minutes from all member meetings.<br />
* [[Donations]] - How we process donations.<br />
* [[Grants]] - Grants we have applied for<br />
* [https://www.bloominglabs.org/crm CRM System] - A rolodex of people we've worked with in Bloomington. If you need a contact for a group or need to find someone's number try this system, it is somewhat up to date.<br />
* [[Administrative Task List]]<br />
* [[Bloominglabs_PGP_key]] - the public key used for verifying the authenticity of PGP signed Bloominglabs documents<br />
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== Recommended Reading ==<br />
* [http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p4221pc.pdf IRS Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Public Charities] - 30 pages, every officer should read this.<br />
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=== How officers do their jobs ===<br />
This is a collection of descriptions and notes for how officers do their jobs. The intent is to provide some direction to new officers and to assist existing officers to cover for each other if needed.<br />
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* [[Officers Guide]] - A general guidepost for officers<br />
* [[Officer transition]] - A check-list to run down when transitioning a new officer into their new role<br />
* [[Dues Collection]] - How the officer in charge of collecting dues handles this duty<br />
* [[Adding Members]] - The process we use to add new members<br />
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=== Yearly Dates to Remember ===<br />
* [https://www.google.com/calendar/render?mode=day&date=20170214T192231 Officer Google Calendar] should have all of these dates setup to help remind you.<br />
** The Google account bloominglabs at gmail dot com owns this calendar and someone with current access should share this to new officers.<br />
* Schedule the [http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Bylaws#Section_2:_Annual_Meetings Annual Meeting] by January 31st (may take place after this date) - [http://doodle.com http://doodle.com]<br />
* Is it New Years day? That means it's time to start preparing the Annual Report for prior year, to be presented at the Annual Meeting<br />
** Use the prior years report as a template [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DSAlSh62ugImJFdxHUHtNj9LSu5LBAUCX1hhWlM5JbA/edit 2015 Bloominglabs Annual Report]<br />
* Yearly by January 31st: Indiana DoR sales tax filing. https://intime.dor.in.gov/<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: Indiana form NP-20 (Annual Report/sales tax exemption renewal) Also at https://intime.dor.in.gov<br />
* Yearly by May 15th: IRS form 990 https://sa.www4.irs.gov/epostcard/<br />
* USPS PO box: Due yearly by July 31st<br />
* Dotster bloominglabs.org domain name: Paid up through July, 2020<br />
* Dotster makevention.org domain name: Paid up through November, 2020<br />
* S. Walnut lease started ?, 2018 and is for a 3 year period. ? months notice is required for either party to vacate the lease?<br />
** That lease was vacated in Q1-2020, a new 1 year lease was signed starting mid-2020.<br />
* Insurance: due yearly by mid-November<br />
* Every other year by December 31st: File Indiana Business Entity Report - [https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings]. Last filed 2016<br />
* Every two years (not sure dates, around mid May): File Property Taxes Form: Last filed 2017<br />
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== Legal Documents ==<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs_IRS_determination_letter.pdf]] - Federal IRS Determination Letter - this verifies we are a charitable non-profit<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-SalesTaxExemption.pdf]] - Indiana State Sales Tax Exemption<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-1023.pdf]] - IRS 501c3 application, form 1023 (long form)<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Articles-of-Inc.pdf]] - Articles of Incorporation<br />
* [[File:Bloominglabs-Certificate-of-Inc.pdf]] - Certificate of Incorporation<br />
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== Document Repository ==<br />
There are two Google Drive accounts which contains a lot of stuff like the Annual Reports, member surveys, and various spreadsheets. All officers should have the login's for these, new officers should be given access to this resource.<br />
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== Member Oriented Operations ==<br />
* [[Membership Manual]] - General membership guideline new and old members can use as a reference. Outlines what is expected and how to get involved.<br />
* [[New Members]] - The new member guide that every new member gets emailed when they join, intent is to speed up how quickly new members can find resources available to them.<br />
* [[Bloominglabs Log]] - This is a historical log of events that happened at Bloominglabs, including informal events and activities.<br />
* [[PastEvents]] - This is where info from the front page retires to once it's out of date.<br />
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== QR code URL==<br />
If you are viewing hard-copy, the latest version of this document is always available online:<br />
<br>http://bloominglabs.org/index.php/Business_Operations<br />
[[Image:Qrcode Business Operations.png|none|thumb|150px|URL for this page]]<br />
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[[Category:Operations]] [[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2022_Yearly_Meeting2022 Yearly Meeting2022-03-12T22:46:24Z<p>Dosman: /* Quorum */</p>
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<div>Agenda and notes from the 2022 Yearly Meeting. This meeting was scheduled and held held on March 12th 2022.<br />
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== Quorum ==<br />
Quorum was achieved with the attendance of at least 25% of our voting membership. <br />
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Attendees:<br />
* Rebecca - sitting President<br />
* Jenett - sitting Treasurer<br />
* Dan - sitting At Large<br />
* Pete - sitting At Large<br />
* Kevin<br />
* Heath<br />
* Steve<br />
* Pealer<br />
* Josh G.<br />
* Nathan<br />
* Tobias<br />
* Jimmy<br />
* Apple<br />
* John S.<br />
* anyone I missed?<br />
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== Agenda ==<br />
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* Treasurers Report: [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VndhX0TN7sd1D2nJzFRcds6c4no4eQ6G/edit#gid=2125134712 https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VndhX0TN7sd1D2nJzFRcds6c4no4eQ6G/edit#gid=2125134712]<br />
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* The 2021 Annual Report contained the rest of the agenda used for the meeting:<br />
** https://docs.google.com/document/d/14q8U6LgtVrwW3A6zfQCBHnJwmzWXJAgLX-cCr-05y-Q/edit<br />
** The Annual Report was a work-in-progress as-presented at the meeting but did contain all required information.<br />
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* New members were voted in for President, Treasurer, Secretary, and both At-Large positions on our board:<br />
** President - Tobias<br />
** Treasurer - Josh G.<br />
** Secretary - Jimmy<br />
** At-Large - Apple<br />
** At-Large - Rebecca<br />
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[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2022_Yearly_Meeting2022 Yearly Meeting2022-03-12T22:46:07Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>Agenda and notes from the 2022 Yearly Meeting. This meeting was scheduled and held held on March 12th 2022.<br />
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== Quorum ==<br />
Quorum was achieved with the attendance of at least 25% of our voting membership. <br />
<br />
Attendees:<br />
* Rebecca - sitting President<br />
* Jenett - sitting Treasurer<br />
* Dan - sitting At Large<br />
* Kevin<br />
* Pete<br />
* Heath<br />
* Steve<br />
* Pealer<br />
* Josh G.<br />
* Nathan<br />
* Tobias<br />
* Jimmy<br />
* Apple<br />
* John S.<br />
* anyone I missed?<br />
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== Agenda ==<br />
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* Treasurers Report: [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VndhX0TN7sd1D2nJzFRcds6c4no4eQ6G/edit#gid=2125134712 https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VndhX0TN7sd1D2nJzFRcds6c4no4eQ6G/edit#gid=2125134712]<br />
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* The 2021 Annual Report contained the rest of the agenda used for the meeting:<br />
** https://docs.google.com/document/d/14q8U6LgtVrwW3A6zfQCBHnJwmzWXJAgLX-cCr-05y-Q/edit<br />
** The Annual Report was a work-in-progress as-presented at the meeting but did contain all required information.<br />
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* New members were voted in for President, Treasurer, Secretary, and both At-Large positions on our board:<br />
** President - Tobias<br />
** Treasurer - Josh G.<br />
** Secretary - Jimmy<br />
** At-Large - Apple<br />
** At-Large - Rebecca<br />
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[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2021_Yearly_Meeting2021 Yearly Meeting2022-03-12T22:45:19Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>These notes appear to have never been posted at the time the meeting was held, this is information gathered one year after so at least some record of the meeting exists.<br />
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Meeting agenda and notes from the 2021 Yearly Meeting, this was held February 21, 2021.<br />
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== Quorum ==<br />
Attendees: <br />
* Rebecca<br />
* Jenett<br />
* Dan<br />
* Apple<br />
* Smokey<br />
* Heath<br />
* Adam Stichter<br />
* Jimmy<br />
* Kevin<br />
* Nathan<br />
* Steve<br />
* Tobias<br />
* Julia<br />
* Alex<br />
* Michael Thompson<br />
* Jason Brown<br />
* Cam<br />
* phone person just joined 2:04pm<br />
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== 2020 Annual Report ==<br />
The 2020 Annual Report contains a good summary of the major events we faced in 2020.<br />
* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KR07xWXA1jKnalMgwwuITNDVp3CESn6Td0r-m_OHOWc/edit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KR07xWXA1jKnalMgwwuITNDVp3CESn6Td0r-m_OHOWc/edit]<br />
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== 2021 Elections/Board ==<br />
Quorum was achieved consisting of at least 25% of our voting membership.<br />
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* Rebeca, President<br />
* Jenett, Treasurer<br />
* Cameron, Secretary<br />
* Daniel, At Large<br />
* Pete, At Large<br />
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== Agenda ==<br />
I don't have any detailed notes from the agenda. See the Annual Report for more details.<br />
* Dues rates increase in 2020 - old rates were grandfathered, won’t be issued ever again<br />
** New rates: $50 for full memberships, $25 for reduced rate memberships<br />
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[[Category:Meetings]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2021_Yearly_Meeting2021 Yearly Meeting2022-03-12T22:45:07Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>These notes appear to have never been posted at the time the meeting was held, this is information gathered one year after so at least some record of the meeting exists.<br />
<br />
Meeting agenda and notes from the 2021 Yearly Meeting, this was held February 21, 2021.<br />
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== Quorum ==<br />
Attendees: <br />
* Rebecca<br />
* Jenett<br />
* Dan<br />
* Apple<br />
* Smokey<br />
* Heath<br />
* Adam Stichter<br />
* Jimmy<br />
* Kevin<br />
* Nathan<br />
* Steve<br />
* Tobias<br />
* Julia<br />
* Alex<br />
* Michael Thompson<br />
* Jason Brown<br />
* Cam<br />
* phone person just joined 2:04pm<br />
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<br />
== 2020 Annual Report ==<br />
The 2020 Annual Report contains a good summary of the major events we faced in 2020.<br />
* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KR07xWXA1jKnalMgwwuITNDVp3CESn6Td0r-m_OHOWc/edit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KR07xWXA1jKnalMgwwuITNDVp3CESn6Td0r-m_OHOWc/edit]<br />
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== 2021 Elections/Board ==<br />
Quorum was achieved consisting of at least 25% of our voting membership.<br />
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* Rebeca, President<br />
* Jenett, Treasurer<br />
* Cameron, Secretary<br />
* Daniel, At Large<br />
* Pete, At Large<br />
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== Agenda ==<br />
I don't have any detailed notes from the agenda. See the Annual Report for more details.<br />
* Dues rates increase in 2020 - old rates were grandfathered, won’t be issued ever again<br />
** New rates: $50 for full memberships, $25 for reduced rate memberships<br />
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[[Category:Meeting]]</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2021_Yearly_Meeting2021 Yearly Meeting2022-03-12T22:44:46Z<p>Dosman: </p>
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<div>These notes appear to have never been posted at the time the meeting was held, this is information gathered one year after so at least some record of the meeting exists.<br />
<br />
Meeting agenda and notes from the 2021 Yearly Meeting, this was held February 21, 2021.<br />
<br />
== Quorum ==<br />
Attendees: <br />
* Rebecca<br />
* Jenett<br />
* Dan<br />
* Apple<br />
* Smokey<br />
* Heath<br />
* Adam Stichter<br />
* Jimmy<br />
* Kevin<br />
* Nathan<br />
* Steve<br />
* Tobias<br />
* Julia<br />
* Alex<br />
* Michael Thompson<br />
* Jason Brown<br />
* Cam<br />
* phone person just joined 2:04pm<br />
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<br />
== 2020 Annual Report ==<br />
The 2020 Annual Report contains a good summary of the major events we faced in 2020.<br />
* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KR07xWXA1jKnalMgwwuITNDVp3CESn6Td0r-m_OHOWc/edit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KR07xWXA1jKnalMgwwuITNDVp3CESn6Td0r-m_OHOWc/edit]<br />
<br />
== 2021 Elections/Board ==<br />
Quorum was achieved consisting of at least 25% of our voting membership.<br />
<br />
* Rebeca, President<br />
* Jenett, Treasurer<br />
* Cameron, Secretary<br />
* Daniel, At Large<br />
* Pete, At Large<br />
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== Agenda ==<br />
I don't have any detailed notes from the agenda. See the Annual Report for more details.<br />
* Dues rates increase in 2020 - old rates were grandfathered, won’t be issued ever again<br />
** New rates: $50 for full memberships, $25 for reduced rate memberships</div>Dosmanhttp://bloominglabs.org/index.php/2021_Yearly_Meeting2021 Yearly Meeting2022-03-12T22:39:00Z<p>Dosman: Created page with "Meeting agenda and notes from the 2021 Yearly Meeting, this was held February 21, 2021. These notes appear to have never been posted, this is information gathered one year af..."</p>
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<div>Meeting agenda and notes from the 2021 Yearly Meeting, this was held February 21, 2021.<br />
<br />
These notes appear to have never been posted, this is information gathered one year after so at least some record of the meeting exists.<br />
<br />
== Quorum ==<br />
Attendees: <br />
* Rebecca<br />
* Jenett<br />
* Dan<br />
* Apple<br />
* Smokey<br />
* Heath<br />
* Adam Stichter<br />
* Jimmy<br />
* Kevin<br />
* Nathan<br />
* Steve<br />
* Tobias<br />
* Julia<br />
* Alex<br />
* Michael Thompson<br />
* Jason Brown<br />
* Cam<br />
* phone person just joined 2:04pm<br />
<br />
<br />
== 2020 Annual Report ==<br />
The 2020 Annual Report contains a good summary of the major events we faced in 2020.<br />
* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KR07xWXA1jKnalMgwwuITNDVp3CESn6Td0r-m_OHOWc/edit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KR07xWXA1jKnalMgwwuITNDVp3CESn6Td0r-m_OHOWc/edit]<br />
<br />
== 2021 Elections/Board ==<br />
Quorum was achieved consisting of at least 25% of our voting membership.<br />
<br />
* Rebeca, President<br />
* Jenett, Treasurer<br />
* Cameron, Secretary<br />
* Daniel, At Large<br />
* Pete, At Large<br />
<br />
== Agenda ==<br />
I don't have any detailed notes from the agenda. See the Annual Report for more details.<br />
* Dues rates increase in 2020 - old rates were grandfathered, won’t be issued ever again<br />
** New rates: $50 for full memberships, $25 for reduced rate memberships</div>Dosman