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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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= Donations =
= Donations =
We're a registered 501c3 non-profit and love donations! Read more [[donate|here]].
We're a registered 501c3 non-profit and love donations! Read more [https://hacksburg.org/donate/ here].


= Events =
= Events =


=== Recurring Events ===
=== Recurring Hacksburg 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 [http://hacksburg.org/360tour.html virtual tour]! The meeting link is [https://meet.hacksburg.org/OpenGroupMeeting https://meet.hacksburg.org/OpenGroupMeeting] for attending virtually.
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 [http://hacksburg.org/360tour.html virtual tour]! The meeting link is [https://meet.hacksburg.org/OpenGroupMeeting https://meet.hacksburg.org/OpenGroupMeeting] for attending virtually.


=== Upcoming Events ===
=== Upcoming Hacksburg Classes & Events ===
'''Make sure to RSVP for events before attending at rsvp@hacksburg.org.''' All classes 1:00PM-4:00PM unless otherwise noted.
'''Please RSVP for events on Zeffy before attending. Hacksburg events are from 1:00PM-4:00PM unless otherwise noted.


* August 27: CNC Machining
* January 25: <s>Building Personal Websites</s> - Cancelled due to Weather.
* September 3: None (Labor Day weekend)
* February 1: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/laser-101-valentines-edition Laser 101: Valentine's Edition]
* September 6 3-6 PM: Hacksburg Open House (Game Changer Week)
** Instructor: James Dunson
* September 10: Laser Cutter 101
* February 8: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/intro-to-woodturning-on-the-lathe-2 Intro to Woodturning]
* September 17: DIY Home Maintenance
** Instructor: Chad Hughes
* September 23: Maple Tree Identification Walk
* February 15: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/podcasting--101 Podcasting 101]
* September 24 : Blender Animation
** Instructor: Claude Seward
* September 30: Tips and Tricks to build your own Costumes/Cosplay (Remote)
* February 22: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/cnc-machining-101-part--1 CNC Machining 101]
* October 1: 3D Printer Workday + Compile your own Firmware
** Instructor: Max Bareiss
* October 7: Lightsaber signups due (tentative)
* March 1: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/sewing--101-3 Sewing 101]
* October 7-8: HacksCamp 23 (Hacksburg group camping trip)
** Instructor: Frances Miller
* October 14: Lightsaber kickoff (tentative)
* March 8: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/seed-starting-and-gardening-basics-2 Seed Starting and Gardening Basics]
* October 15: Apple Cider Making - Part 1
** Instructor: Josh Eggleston
* October 22: Apple Cider Making - Part 2
* March 15: Pi Day Special: DIY Weather Station on a Raspberry Pi - ''Link Coming Soon''
* October 29: Hard Cider and Fermentation
** Instructor: Woody Woodruff
* March 22: '''No Class''' - Hacksburg at [https://lynchburg.makerfaire.com/ Lynchburg Maker Faire!]
* March 29: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/silicone-mold-making-and-casting-2 Silicone Mold Making and Casting]
** Instructor: Chad Hughes


Classes are $5 for non-members and free for members unless otherwise noted.


Check out and RSVP to these events on MeetUp (https://www.meetup.com/HacksburgVA/) as well!
Classes are $5 for non-members and free for members unless otherwise noted. Some classes may have an additional materials fee.


==== Mini-Classes ====
=== Hacksburg Board Meeting ===
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!
Next Meeting: Sunday, February 8 @ 11AM - NOTE: There will be a board retreat at 10AM to onboard new board members


* September 12: Laser Taco Tuesday
=== Regional Events ===
* September 26: Photogrammetry
* Sunday, March 22: [https://lynchburg.makerfaire.com/ Lynchburg Maker Faire]
* October 3: Working with LEDs (costume, etc)
* October 10: Apple Grinder Motor Replacement
* October 24: Intro to Solar Power
* October 31: Hacksburg Halloween: Come in costume, Laser engraved pumpkins


=== Regional Events ===
==== Ongoing Regional Events ====
* Check out events at [https://www.floydartcenter.org/stores/course_catalog The Floyd Center for the Arts ]
* Various art classes at [https://www.floydartcenter.org/stores/course_catalog The Floyd Center for the Arts ]
* August 5th: [https://roanokehamfest.info/ Roanoke Hamfest]
* Woodworking classes at [https://www.woodcraft.com/pages/store-classes/roanoke Woodcraft of Roanoke]
* August 31 – Sep. 4 in Atlanta, GA: [https://www.dragoncon.org/ Dragon Con]
* September 5-8:  [https://www.vtcrc.com/game-changer-week/ VT CRC Game Changer Week]
** Hacksburg will be assisting pitch contest competitors with prototypes, etc
* September 30: [https://www.shsrobotics.us/brb/ FIRST Robotics Blue Ridge Brawl]


=== Other Events ===
=== Other Events ===
* [[events/Future|Future Events]]
* [[events/Archive|Events Archive]]
* [[events/Archive|Events Archive]]
* [[events/Ideas|Events Ideas]]
* [[events/Ideas|Events Ideas]]


= Tools =
= Tools =
* [[tools/3D_Printing|3D Printing]]
* [[tools/Crafting|Crafting corner]]
* [[tools/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
* [[tools/Metalworking|Metal Shop]]
* [[tools/Electronics|Electronics Bench]]
* [[tools/Electronics|Electronics Bench]]
* [[tools/Woodworking|Wood Shop]]
* [[tools/Woodworking|Wood Shop]]
* [[tools/Metalworking|Metal Shop]]
* [[tools/3D_Printing|3D Printing]]
* [[tools/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
* [[tools/Sewing|Sewing corner]]
* [[tools/Computers|Computers, Displays, and internet connectivity]]
* [[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.**
* [[cloud|Hacksburg Cloud]]
* [[cloud|Hacksburg Cloud]]


= Projects =
= Projects =
===== Current Projects =====
* [[projects/Member_Projects|Member Projects]]
* [[projects/Podcast_AV_Studio|Podcast Studio/AV Lab]]
===== 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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* [[policy/Events|Event Policies]]
* [[policy/Events|Event Policies]]
* [[policy/Bylaws|Bylaws]]
* [[policy/Bylaws|Bylaws]]
** [[policy/Proposed Bylaws Changes 2025-12-16|2025 Proposed Bylaws Changes]]
** [[policy/Proposed Bylaws Changes 2015-12-01|2015 Proposed Bylaws Changes]]
** [[policy/Proposed Bylaws Changes 2015-12-01|2015 Proposed Bylaws Changes]]
** [[policy/Bylaws_v1|Bylaws (v1)]]
** [[policy/Bylaws_v1|Bylaws (v1)]]


===== 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]]
* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hUKcmHvhwWRCzz6SRtYYRvyCZA2obF2W/view?usp=share_link| Virginia Sales & Use Tax Exemption Certificate - Expires 05/16/2029]
* [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsgsUeM2w6wqqWRHehAli1GyLpv5uzA3mL9i0s5kFA2M8ZHg/viewform?usp=sf_link| Post-Class Reporting Form (Instructor Use Only)]
* [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7L-wE7Luqnj11dM5_mCqw6bH95o3M9NLtaGPRWypjhsx71w/viewform?usp=sf_link| Member Feedback Form]
* [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoqvMDuqhcb6QQukeQpKNlPpijufzSTUC4VdUXIyASL-67Ug/viewform?usp=sf_link| Purchase Request Form]


===== Administrivia =====
===== Administrivia =====
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* [[Infrastructure Documentation]]
* [[Infrastructure Documentation]]
* [[Responsibilities]]
* [[Responsibilities]]
* [[Adafruit Group Buy]] **(CLOSED)**
* [[Advertising]]


= History =
= History =
* [[Founding - 2014]]
* [[The Story of Hacksburg's Logo]]
* [[Move to 1872 Garvin - 2019]]
* 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 19:43, 27 January 2026

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 Hacksburg 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 Hacksburg Classes & Events

Please RSVP for events on Zeffy before attending. Hacksburg events are from 1:00PM-4:00PM unless otherwise noted.


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

Hacksburg Board Meeting

Next Meeting: Sunday, February 8 @ 11AM - NOTE: There will be a board retreat at 10AM to onboard new board members

Regional Events

Ongoing Regional Events

Other Events

Tools

Projects

Current Projects
Archived Projects

Administration

Policies
Forms
Administrivia

History

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