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! Due to '''new''' health agency recommendations related to COVID-19, in-person events at Hacksburg have resumed! All events will be in-person + online ("hybrid") from now on.
 
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Hacksburg is a community workshop located in Blacksburg, VA at [https://goo.gl/maps/rCYYGkS5AdnwPMWG9 1872 Pratt Drive], in the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center.
 
Hacksburg is a community workshop located in Blacksburg, VA at [https://goo.gl/maps/rCYYGkS5AdnwPMWG9 1872 Pratt Drive], in the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center.
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=== Upcoming Events ===
 
=== Upcoming Events ===
'''Make sure to RSVP for events before attending at rsvp@hacksburg.org.''' All classes 1:00PM-4:00PM unless otherwise noted.
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'''Make sure to RSVP for events before attending on Meetup or at rsvp@hacksburg.org.''' All classes 1:00PM-4:00PM unless otherwise noted.
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* October 27: Fermentation (Hard Cider and Homebrew)
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* October 29 (Tues.): Costume Weekly Meeting and 3D Terrain Models
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* November 3: Sand Casting
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* November 10: CNC Machining Vacuum Forms
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* November 17: Vacuum Former
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* December 8: Holiday Ornaments
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* December 15: Kites
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* December 15-21: Annual Meeting (sending out poll)
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* January 5: 3D Printer Workday
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* January 12: Maple Syrup Making
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* January 19: Radio
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* January 26: Leatherworking
  
* July 16: Bicycle Work Day
 
* July 23: Intro to Programming with Python
 
* July 30: Safe and Legal Pyrotechnics
 
* August 6: Basic Web Development (HTML, CSS, JS)
 
* August 13: Animation in Blender
 
* August 20: Canning 101
 
* August 27: CNC Machining
 
  
  
Classes are $5 for non-members and free for members unless otherwise noted.
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Classes are $5 for non-members and free for members unless otherwise noted. Some classes may have an additional materials fee.
  
 
Check out and RSVP to these events on MeetUp (https://www.meetup.com/HacksburgVA/) as well!
 
Check out and RSVP to these events on MeetUp (https://www.meetup.com/HacksburgVA/) as well!
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Mini-classes are shorter 30-90 minute casual events held after the weekly meeting. They may introduce a new topic, expand on a previous class, or be a forum for discussion. No RSVP required!
 
Mini-classes are shorter 30-90 minute casual events held after the weekly meeting. They may introduce a new topic, expand on a previous class, or be a forum for discussion. No RSVP required!
  
* June 27: Automating Leatherwork
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* September 24: Embroidery with InkStitch
** Supplements Leatherworking Basics class (June 25)
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* October 15: Intro to Solar Power
* July 11: Working with Stepper Motors
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* TBD: AI and Internet Safety
* July 18: Future Aerial Transport Discussion
 
* July 25: How to Use AI Tools (bring a computer)
 
* August 1: Introduction to Slide Rules
 
* August 8: Adding E-commerce to a Website
 
** Supplements Basic Web Development class (August 6)
 
* August 15: Forest Maintenance Discussion
 
* August 22: None
 
* September 6 3-6 PM: Hacksburg Open House (Game Changer Week)
 
  
 
=== Regional Events ===
 
=== Regional Events ===
* Check out events at [https://www.floydartcenter.org/stores/course_catalog The Floyd Center for the Arts ]
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* Fri/Sat, October 4-5: VTSFFC Invisifest
* August 5th: [https://roanokehamfest.info/ Roanoke Hamfest]  
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* Sat, October 5: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-river-pawpawfest-24-tickets-912950037137 New River PawpawFest]
* August 31 – Sep. 4 in Atlanta, GA: [https://www.dragoncon.org/ Dragon Con]
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* Sat, October 19: [https://www.wadesmill.com/event/28th-annual-apple-butter-festival/ Wade's Mill 28th Annual Apple Butter Festival] (Raphine, VA)
* September 5-8:  [https://www.vtcrc.com/game-changer-week/ VT CRC Game Changer Week]
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* Sat, Nov 2: [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4CA4AE2FABF85-51316842-repair NRV TimeBank Repair Cafe] at Habitat ReStore in Christiansburg
** Hacksburg will be assisting pitch contest competitors with prototypes, etc
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* September 30: [https://www.shsrobotics.us/brb/ FIRST Robotics Blue Ridge Brawl]
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==== Ongoing Events ====
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* Various art classes at [https://www.floydartcenter.org/stores/course_catalog The Floyd Center for the Arts ]
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** Thursdays 5-7 PM: Ceramics Open Studio
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** 1st and 3rd Saturdays 10-3 PM: Beginner & Intermediate Stained Glass
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* Woodworking classes at [https://www.woodcraft.com/pages/store-classes/roanoke Woodcraft of Roanoke]
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* [https://www.newriverartandfiber.com/crafty-drafts Crafty Drafts] at Moon Hollow Brewing (Usually second Thursday)
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* [https://www.sourcedpress.org/ Sourced Press]
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** Mondays 4-7 PM: [https://www.sourcedpress.org/openstudio Open Studio]
  
 
=== Other Events ===
 
=== Other Events ===
* [[events/Future|Future Events]]
 
 
* [[events/Archive|Events Archive]]
 
* [[events/Archive|Events Archive]]
 
* [[events/Ideas|Events Ideas]]
 
* [[events/Ideas|Events Ideas]]
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* [[tools/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
 
* [[tools/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
 
* [[tools/Sewing|Sewing corner]]
 
* [[tools/Sewing|Sewing corner]]
* [[tools/Computers|Computers, Displays, and internet connectivity]]
 
 
* [[Inventory]]
 
* [[Inventory]]
 
* [[Tool Wishlist]] -- **Please use this set of pages to offer donations or to request tools.**
 
* [[Tool Wishlist]] -- **Please use this set of pages to offer donations or to request tools.**
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= Projects =
 
= Projects =
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* [[projects/Member_Projects|Member Projects]]
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===== Archived Projects =====
 
* [[projects/DIY_CNC_Mill|DIY CNC Mill]]
 
* [[projects/DIY_CNC_Mill|DIY CNC Mill]]
 
* [[projects/New_3D_Printer|New 3D printer]]
 
* [[projects/New_3D_Printer|New 3D printer]]
 
* [[projects/Vacuum_Former|Vacuum former]]
 
* [[projects/Vacuum_Former|Vacuum former]]
 
===== Archived Projects =====
 
* [[projects/LCBB_Ideas|Ideas for Let's Code Blacksburg Classes]]
 
* [[projects/Creativity_Ideas|Ideas for Radford Creativity Class]]
 
* [[projects/The_Search_for_a_3D_Printer|The Search for (and finding of) a 3D Printer]]
 
* [[projects/Summer_2015_Booth|2015 Summer Booth Project]]
 
  
 
= Administration =
 
= Administration =
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===== Forms =====
 
===== Forms =====
* [[forms/Membership_Application|Membership Application]]
 
* [[forms/Equipment_Donation|Equipment Donation Form]]
 
* [[forms/Equipment_Loan|Equipment Loan Form]]
 
* [[forms/Event_Request|Event Request Form]]
 
 
* [[forms/PDFs|Paper PDF Forms]]
 
* [[forms/PDFs|Paper PDF Forms]]
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* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hUKcmHvhwWRCzz6SRtYYRvyCZA2obF2W/view?usp=share_link| Virginia Sales & Use Tax Exemption Certificate - Expires 05/16/2029]
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* [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsgsUeM2w6wqqWRHehAli1GyLpv5uzA3mL9i0s5kFA2M8ZHg/viewform?usp=sf_link| Post-Class Reporting Form (Instructor Use Only)]
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* [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7L-wE7Luqnj11dM5_mCqw6bH95o3M9NLtaGPRWypjhsx71w/viewform?usp=sf_link| Member Feedback Form]
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* [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoqvMDuqhcb6QQukeQpKNlPpijufzSTUC4VdUXIyASL-67Ug/viewform?usp=sf_link| Purchase Request Form]
  
 
===== Administrivia =====
 
===== Administrivia =====
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= History =
 
= History =
 
* [[Founding - 2014]]
 
* [[Founding - 2014]]
* [[Move to 1872 Garvin - 2019]]
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* [[1872 Garvin - 2019]]
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* See our [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSqEvnvRPqA9jpci9xrZyFoVOoHgE7Gzu5RdZ-E7iw7Ow_6E7FFZNsimvsX2yeQUIhb_-jiUUaP1p-k/pub?start=false&loop=true&delayms=10000#slide=id.p 10th Anniversary presentation] for an overview of Hacksburg history from 2014 to 2024

Latest revision as of 09:24, 23 October 2024

Hacksburg Electronics Bench in the Creativity and Innovation Studio
Hacksburg is a community workshop located in Blacksburg, VA at 1872 Pratt Drive, in the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center. Want to join Hacksburg? Start by reading this page!

Donations

We're a registered 501c3 non-profit and love donations! Read more here.

Events

Recurring Events

Weekly meeting every Tuesday 7:30 PM. Feel free to come by for a tour! This meeting is open-to-the-public and followed by an open-to-the-public work session starting at the end of the meeting to whenever the last member leaves. Also feel free to attend to learn more about Hacksburg and take a virtual tour! The meeting link is https://meet.hacksburg.org/OpenGroupMeeting for attending virtually.

Upcoming Events

Make sure to RSVP for events before attending on Meetup or at rsvp@hacksburg.org. All classes 1:00PM-4:00PM unless otherwise noted.

  • October 27: Fermentation (Hard Cider and Homebrew)
  • October 29 (Tues.): Costume Weekly Meeting and 3D Terrain Models
  • November 3: Sand Casting
  • November 10: CNC Machining Vacuum Forms
  • November 17: Vacuum Former
  • December 8: Holiday Ornaments
  • December 15: Kites
  • December 15-21: Annual Meeting (sending out poll)
  • January 5: 3D Printer Workday
  • January 12: Maple Syrup Making
  • January 19: Radio
  • January 26: Leatherworking


Classes are $5 for non-members and free for members unless otherwise noted. Some classes may have an additional materials fee.

Check out and RSVP to these events on MeetUp (https://www.meetup.com/HacksburgVA/) as well!

Mini-Classes

Mini-classes are shorter 30-90 minute casual events held after the weekly meeting. They may introduce a new topic, expand on a previous class, or be a forum for discussion. No RSVP required!

  • September 24: Embroidery with InkStitch
  • October 15: Intro to Solar Power
  • TBD: AI and Internet Safety

Regional Events

Ongoing Events

Other Events

Tools

Projects

Archived Projects

Administration

Policies
Forms
Administrivia

History