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✩ evonne heyning ∞ posted
Next Year!
Sorry this didn't pop on our radar until last minute...some of our crew lived in Providence for years but we're now in Los Angeles producing the Lightning Temple and touring around to festivals. We took our beta instrument to Maker Faire in San Mateo in 2009 and we're planning to bring the whole stage out for 2010 -- perhaps we can work out a trip back to the east coast for your 2010 Maker Faire RI!
Your workshops looked GREAT btw, hope to...... [read more]
Sun, Sep 20 at 9:38PM
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Responses to the session:
Maker Meet-Up Wii Remote Hacking Workshop
WiiMote hacking workshop presented by Tellart. Part of the Maker Meet-Up.
Gain access to the special powers of the Wii Remote. Learn about the ...... [session page]
Brian Hinch:
Thanks everyone for coming to this little get-together. As promised here are links to download the various materials used in the workshop:
** For Mac **
- Project source files -
- Darwiinremote OSC - http://code.google.com/p/darwiinosc/downloads/list
- Processing - http://processing.org/download/
- Project files - http://sandbox.tellart.com/brian/wiimote_workshop_files.zip
** For Windows **
- Project source files -
- GlovePIE - http://carl.kenner.googlepages.com/glovepie_download
- Processing - http://processing.org/download/
- Project files - http://sandbox.tellart.com/brian/wiimote_workshop_files.zip
James Turner:
How do I register for this? And do I need to bring a remote?
Fri, Sep 18 at 11:26AM
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Responses to the session:
Making Cool Things With Microcontrollers
Anyone can learn how to make cool things with microcontrollers! Even if you've never sewn a button, you can actually make a fun, intriguing project at the Faire. Blink lights, hack your brain, play video games, turn off TVs in public places — micr...... [session page]
John Glass:
thanks for the great introduction to microcontrollers! I'm definitely hooked and have already started plotting at least one project
Fri, Sep 18 at 12:51AM
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Atari Punk Console Workshop
The Atari Punk Console is a simple synthesizer with a wide range of sounds. It is so named because the sounds generated are similar to those of the early Atari consoles. In this workshop you will learn the basics of the timing circuits used to mak...... [session page]
Dale Bonneau:
good time with good people...wish I could have gotten to know/talk to you all a bit more...maybe next time :)
Brickhill:
Thanks again for the APC workshop Jimmie! Please let me know when you get those modifications up & where to find them.
Brickhill
james_brickhill@yahoo.com
Scott Houtchens:
Are payments for the materials Cash only?
Thu, Sep 17 at 5:58PM
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Brian Jepson posted
Restaurant suggestions for out-of-town visitors?
cyenobite just asked me about this, and I realize I don't know my Providence restaurants as well as lots of other folks do. If you have any suggestions for getting a taste of the local flavor, please post here!
Keith Simmons:
We ended up grabbing a bite after the workshops at the Ground Round @ 2 George St, Pawtucket, RI 02860-4027
This was the only place that seemed to be open after 10pm; hopefully we can discover a few more places for the rest of the week!
Andrian Paquette:
In Pawtucket:
Check out Cafe Lila on Main Street for coffee, drinks, homemade ice cream and light faire: http://www.kafelila.org/
For an evening beer: Doherty's East Ave. Pub: http://www.dohertyseastave.com/
Peter Landry:
I'll throw Julian's out there for Providence based options as well.
Thu, Sep 17 at 2:35PM
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An Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARToolKit
Important: Attendees are expected to bring their own laptop or portable computer. Access to power strips may be limited, so please top off your battery before arriving.
In advance of the workshop, please download and install ahttp://www...... [session page]
Keith Simmons:
Thank you to everyone for a great workshop. I've attached our application with models and printable versions of everyone's patterns.
I converted the patt files to PPM, then PNG using tools from the now dead ARToolKitPlus project and imagemagick (bash scripts included).
Keith Simmons:
For anyone interested in viewing our informal agenda ahead of time, you can take a peek here (subject to change!):
http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AXPe_RV8QQ7tZHJ4Mm03Ml8yNWhnazd0OWh3&hl=en
Looking forward to meeting everyone!
Brian Jepson:
If you are attending, please bring a laptop/portable computer with a built-in webcam or an external webcam. If you can install Blender (http://www.blender.org/download/get-blender/) ahead of time, that will be a big help, too.
Tue, Sep 15 at 11:50AM
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RISCA: Grants for Makers
Cristina DiChiera, Director of Artist Programs at the
Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA), will present
information on how to apply for grants from the state and other
sources to fund art project, workshops, collaborations and events...... [session page]
Cristina DiChiera:
Hi, All - for those interested in the grants workshop tomorrow, I should specify that it will be of most interest to Rhode Island residents. I will provide some information on other sources of funds, but primarily I will talk about RISCA programs, which available open only to Rhode Islanders. - Cristina
Mon, Sep 14 at 12:21PM
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WNA posted
Schedule & Slater Mill workshops?
The main Maker Faire RI site (http://www.makerfaireri.com/)has very little info. Is there a better schedule of events somewhere?
Where are the descriptions of the individual Slater Mill Maker Faire workshops? The Slater Mill site has a calendar listing the workshops (http://www.slatermill.org/calendar/20...) and an overview (http://www.slatermill.org/eventdescri...) but no real info.
Brian Jepson:
Very sorry about the delay on the workshops. We've just finalized the bulk of the schedules and I'll be loading them into this site over the course of this evening.
Rich Schelin:
Is there anything special I have to do to attend/save my spot? I've got an hour+ commute down and I'd be a tad upset to drive 2 or 3 hours and not be able to attend the session I want.
I have already added the sessions to my "schedule"...does that actually do anything?
Thanks!
Rich
Brian Jepson:
Hi Rich,
Clicking "Add to my schedule" reserves a spot. If you return to http://makerfaireri.crowdvine.com/calendar you'll see the total number of registered attendees for each workshop and the number of slots available.
- Brian
Sun, Sep 13 at 9:43PM
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Responses to the session:
Circuit Bending Workshop
Learn the basics of circuit bending in this workshop, which is the modification of toys or instruments to generate crazy sounds. All parts and tools included in the costs. We will be exploring and modifying a Staples Easy Button, with an emphasis ...... [session page]
GinaQ:
Hello Jimmie,
Is there a limit to the number of people who can sign up. I would like to sign up.
Gina Quintana
Jimmie Rodgers:
Absolutely nothing Cliff. I'm going to go through the basics of what makes the toys tick (literally, we will be modifying the clock circuit ;-). Then I will walk people through exploring the toy, and how to find some fun things to modify. Then you will solder on the parts you want, and drill some holes in the case. All you have to do is show up.
Cliff Rodriguez:
I'd like to attend. What do I need to study or bring with me for this cliff? Cliff Rodriguez 203-556-6218
Thu, Sep 10 at 8:30PM
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AS220 Labs' Nomadic Fab Lab
Visit the Nomadic Fab Lab at Slater Mill during the RI Maker Faire. We'll be bringing all the tools of the Fab Lab to the Community Guild Studios at Slater Mill for an evening of fab workshops. Come play the game Fluxly and build your own game con...... [session page]
Betsey Biggs:
Any chance of being on a waiting list? I'm very interested in the workshop.
Brian Jepson:
If you're looking for something to read up on, I'd suggest FAB: The Coming Revolution on Your Desktop
Otherwise, all the tools and materials will be on hand.
Cliff Rodriguez:
I'd love to attend. What should I bring or read up on before I go?
Cliff Rodriguez 203-556-6218
Thu, Sep 10 at 8:29PM
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Maker Faire RI - 9/19/2009
Makers, Inventors, Artists showcase cool stuff they’ve made. Art, craft, food, kits, and entertainment at Waterfire in Providence! Come meet your makers. We expect that upwards of 50 makers will be exhibiting this day.
View a ahttp://ma...... [session page]
lucky leone:
Confusion: the map above is of downtown Providence. The Maker Fair is at Slater Mill in Pawtucket. yes?
Brian Jepson:
Hi Patti. They will be outside unless there is rain (Kipp is working on securing a rain location). We'll provide an 8' table and 2 chairs.
Patti Robinson:
Are all the exhibitors outside? Just wondering what I need to bring to set up. Thanks!
Mon, Sep 7 at 12:23PM
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